Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VIBRO-METER / Meggitt |
| Part Number | 200-582-915-032 |
| System Family | VM600 Machinery Protection System |
| Module Function | To be confirmed from label; not publicly mapped to a standard VM600 card type |
| Rack Compatibility | VM600 19″ 6U rack (ABE04x / VM600 Mk2 family) |
| Backplane Interface | VM600 rack backplane (VME/analog/tachometer/relay buses, depending on rack) |
| Power Supply | Typically via VM600 rack; exact requirement depends on card type |
| I/O Type | Depends on whether it is MPC4, IOC4T, RPS6U, XMV16, AMC8, CMC16, or another module |
| Hot-Swap | modules typically support hot insertion; confirm per card type |
| Certifications | family commonly carries CE / API 670 / SIL references; verify for this specific PNR |
| Operating Temp | Typically 0 to 55°C or -25 to 65°C depending on card; confirm label |
| Storage Temp | Typically -40 to 85°C for family |
| Humidity | Typically up to 90–95% RH, non-condensing |
Product Introduction
spares are easy to misidentify because many cards share similar front bezels and the “200-582-xxx-xxx” numbering can look like a power, CPU, or I/O module at first glance. The 200-582-915-032 belongs to the VIBRO-METER ecosystem, which is widely used for turbine, compressor, fan, and pump protection. However, this exact PNR is not clearly documented as a standard MPC4, IOC4T, RPS6U, XMV16, AMC8, or CMC16 in available references.
That means it should not be dropped into a live rack as a “universal spare.” The correct approach is to read the front label, check the rear connector type, confirm the slot position, and match it against the existing configuration. Bottom line — it is a legitimate -series module, but its function must be verified before commissioning.
QA/QC Transparency SOP
- Label & Origin Verification: Photograph the front label, PNR, revision, serial number, and rack slot position. Reject units with missing labels, cracked bezels, or bent backplane connectors.
- Card-Type Identification: Determine whether it is an MPC4, IOC4T, RPS6U, XMV16, AMC8, CMC16, CPUM, or another module. Do not assume function from the 200-582 prefix.
- Live Functional Testing: Install into a compatible test rack. Verify power-up LEDs, rack recognition, channel status, and alarm behavior. For MPC4/IOC4T pairs, confirm the card-pair relationship.
- Electrical & I/O Tests: Check backplane power draw, sensor excitation if applicable, relay operation, 4–20 mA / 0–10 V outputs, and tachometer inputs. Reject modules with intermittent channels or abnormal power consumption.
- Final QC & Anti-Static Packaging: Label with confirmed card type, test date, revision, and rack compatibility. Pack in ESD bag with anti-static foam and include a test summary.
Field Engineer Gotchas
- PNR Does Not Equal Function: 200-582-915-032 is not a universally published card code. Treat it as unconfirmed until the label and rear connector are checked.
- MPC4 Requires IOC4T Pairing: If this turns out to be an MPC4, it must mate with the correct IOC4T in the rear slot. An without its paired IOC4T will not expose sensor terminals or relay outputs.
- Rack Generation Matters: , Mk2, ABE040, ABE041, ABE042, and ABE056 racks may have different slot rules. A card that physically fits may still fail rack recognition.
- Hot-Swap Is Not Risk-Free: cards often support hot insertion, but pulling the wrong slot during an active alarm can upset relay logic or analog outputs.
- Configuration Dependency: Even a healthy card may show faults if the rack configuration, MPSx software, or VibroSight mapping does not match.
VIBRO-METER 200-582-915-032 VM600
Application Scenarios
- Turbine Vibration Protection: Replacing failed modules in steam or gas turbine protection racks.
- Compressor Monitoring: Restoring vibration, displacement, or speed monitoring on centrifugal compressors.
- Fan & Pump Condition Monitoring: Returning 4–20 mA vibration signals and relay alarms to the DCS.
- Keeping a verified spare for plants running legacy or Mk2 systems.
FAQ
Not confirmed. Public references do not clearly map this PNR to , , RPS6U, or other standard cards. Verify from the label.
Can I use it as a direct replacement?
Only after confirming the card type, revision, rack generation, and configuration. Do not treat it as a generic spare.
modules are rack-dependent. Confirm compatibility with ABE04x or Mk2 racks before installation.
Does it support hot-swapping?
Many modules support hot insertion, but confirm the specific card type and rack procedure first.
What information do you need to confirm it?
A clear photo of the front label, rear connector, rack model, slot number, and the function of the failed card.
Is this part still manufactured?
remains a known Meggitt/VIBRO-METER platform, but availability for specific PNRs varies. Confirm current OEM status with an authorized distributor.
