Bently Nevada 185450-CN Wireless Repeater Module

Product Overview

The Bently Nevada 185450-CN is a high-performance repeater module designed to extend the reach and reliability of the Essential Insight.mesh™ network. By strengthening wireless communication between condition monitoring sensors and the central gateway, it prevents data loss across large machinery areas. 

Technical Specifications

• Model: 185450-CN.

• Product Type: Wireless Repeater Module.

• Protocol: ISA100.11a.

• Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz ISM.

• Transmit Power: Up to $+20\text{ dBm}$.

• Receiver Sensitivity: $-100\text{ dBm}$ (Typical).

• Power Supply: $24\text{ VDC}$.

• Power Consumption: $\le 2.5\text{ W}$.

• Dimensions: $33 \times 25 \times 4\text{ cm}$.

• Weight: $0.5\text{ kg}$.

• Compliance: CE certified.

Key Features and Engineering Advantages

• Mesh Network Expansion: Acts as a strategic "hop" point in the mesh architecture, allowing wireless sensors to communicate around large obstacles or across vast distances.

• ISA100.11a Standard: Adheres to strict industrial wireless standards, providing robust security, deterministic communication, and high immunity to interference from other 2.4 GHz devices.

• High Sensitivity: A typical receiver sensitivity of $-100\text{ dBm}$ allows the module to pick up weak signals from distant sensors and re-broadcast them with high fidelity.

• Energy Efficient: The low power draw ($\le 2.5\text{ W}$) reduces the load on auxiliary power systems and minimizes heat generation within the enclosure.

• Industrial Ruggedness: Specifically designed to endure the vibration, thermal cycling, and chemical exposure common in refineries, power plants, and mines.

• Rapid Deployment: The lightweight, compact design simplifies the process of optimizing network coverage during plant turnarounds or system expansions.