RCK-1 Reciprocating Compressor Kit
Datasheet

Bently Nevada Machinery Condition Monitoring

181384 Rev. D

Description
The RCK-1 is a single-cylinder, single-stage, dual-action
compressor that simulates the mechanical function of anindustrial reciprocating compressor. The RCK-1 incorporates
transducers in accordance with API 618 Reciprocating
Compressor Best Practices, which provides for measurementof Crank Frame Velocity, Crosshead Acceleration, Rod
Position, Crank and Head End Cylinder Pressure, Gas andValve temperature for both Suction and Discharge, alongwith Single-Event and Multi-Event Timing.
The RCK-1 is a research and development tool which cansimulate common reciprocating compressor faults such as
valve and piston ring leaks, as well as mechanical drive train
wear in the form of connecting rod bearing clearance. The kit
equips each head with a pair of Bypass Blocks (patentpending) that allow you to induce small valve leaks at any ofthe suction or discharge valves. You can then detect the leakdirectly with analysis of the Pressure vs. Volume
characteristics, or indirectly with analysis of the Gas andValve temperature outputs.
When used with the prescribed Bently Nevada Machinery
Management hardware and software, the kit is a valuabletraining tool for demonstrating the operation of ourreciprocating compressor machinery management solution.

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Specifications
PhysicalElectrical
95-125 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 16A
Powermaximum
Requirements

Unit Weight498 kg (110 lbm)

TotalPackage
Weight70.3 kg (155 lbm)

Environmental
Operational +10 °C to +40 °C (+50 °F to +105
Temperature °F)
Range

PressureRange

0 to 40 psig

Motor
Running
Speed Range

0 to 150 RPM ± 20 RPM

Storage-18 °C to +65 °C (0 °F to +150 °F)
Temperature
RangeTransducer
DataPlease refer to the datasheets
listed below for more
information concerning
specific transducer
information.

Humidity

95% non-condensing humidity

Exposure

Shipping container designed
to meet IP54 for dust and water
exposure147385

Rod Position and Keyphasor
Proximity Probe Datasheet

141636

Velocity Transducer
Datasheet

Operational +10 °C to +40 °C (+50 °F to +105
Temperature °F)
Range

141638Acceleration Transducer

Storage-18 °C to +65 °C (0 °F to +150 °F)
Temperature
Range

166815

Cylinder Pressure Transducers

Humidity

95% non-condensing humidity

Exposure

Shipping container designed
to meet IP54 for dust and water
exposure

RTD
Construction

3-wire, 100Ω, α=0.00385
Ω/Ω/°C

Maximum
Temperature

260°C (500°F)

Compliance andCertifications

Dimensions

EMC

Case Height559 mm (22 in)Case Width

762 mm (30.0 in)Case Depth

762 mm (30.0 in)

Unit Height381 mm (15.0 in)

Unit Width

610 mm (24.0 in)

Unit Depth

610 mm (24.0 in)Case Weight

204 kg (45.0 lbm)

EN 61000-6-2
EN 61000-6-4
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-4
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU

Electrical Safety
EN 61010-1
EU LV Directive 2014/35/EU

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3500/22-01-01-01 for CSA/NRTL/C
approval. 3500/22-01-01-02 for
CSA/ATEX approval.

Ordering Information
For the detailed listing of country andproduct specific approvals, refer tothe Approvals Quick Reference_Guide(108M1756) available fromwww.Bently.com.

SLOT 2

3500/77M-04-01 if CSA/NRTL/C
Approval is desired.

RCK-1 Reciprocating CompressorKit

SLOT 3179880-AA-BB
SLOT 43300 XL NSv sensor, 1m (3.3 ft)3300 XL NSv sensor with Mod
161521-01

SLOT 5

Accessories
181908220V Step-Down Transformer.

181911-01

Configuration Disc (System 1software, 3500).

SLOT 6

Empty Slot.

SLOT 7(Upper)

3500/25-01-02-00 Keyphasor
Module.
3500/25-01-02-01 if CSA/NRTL/C
Approval is desired.

The Configuration Disc is only
compatible with System 1
software version 6.12 and later.

SLOT 8Empty Slot.

3500/01-01

Rack Configuration Softwareand Configuration Manual.

Cables3500 Mini-Rack Monitoring Systemwith the Following Module
Configuration
Power Supply.
Top slot only. Please refer toPower Supply datasheet 141530
for ordering options.
SLOT 1

3500/72M-02-00 Rod Position
Monitor.
3500/72M-02-01 if CSA/NRTL/C
Approval is desired.

The Configuration Disc is only
compatible with 3500
Configuration software version
3.91 and later.

3500/15

3500/65-02-00 16-Channel
Temperature Monitor.
3500/65-02-01 if FM(C/US)Approval is desired.

B: Proximitor Selection
01

3500/70M-02-00 Recip
Impulse/Velocity Monitor.
3500/70M-02-01 if CSA/NRTL/C
Approval is desired.

A: Probe Selection
01

3500/77M-04-00 Recip Cylinder
Pressure Monitor.

3500/22-01-01-01-01 TDI.

3/5129525A0005-02

3500 Transducer Signal toExternal Termination Block
Cable. Quantity of 3.

134544A0005-02

3500 Transducer Signal toExternal Termination Block
Cable. Quantity of 1.

129530A0005-02

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Cable. Quantity of 1.

Software
Please contact your Bently Nevada salespersonfor ordering information concerning the mostrecent System 1 Recip Solutions Software.

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