SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX vibration monitoring

Description

SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX Vibration Monitoring Analyzer | Portable Condition Monitoring

The SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX is a portable vibration monitoring and condition monitoring analyzer designed for collecting and analyzing vibration data from rotating machinery. It combines a large 10.1-inch touchscreen, four-channel data acquisition, FFT analysis, simultaneous triaxial measurements and multiple diagnostic tools in a rugged industrial instrument.

The dBX can operate as a standalone analyzer or integrate with SKF monitoring software for data storage, analysis and measurement-route management. Its IP65-rated housing and rechargeable batteries make it suitable for demanding industrial field applications.

Main Benefits

Portable vibration monitoring for rotating machinery.
Fast collection of vibration and condition-monitoring data.
Large 10.1-inch touchscreen for viewing multiple measurement plots.
Simultaneous triaxial measurements for efficient data acquisition.
On-device analysis without requiring an external computer for many applications.
Modular architecture allows functionality to be expanded with optional tools.
Rugged IP65 design for industrial environments.
Up to 8 hours of continuous data collection with rechargeable batteries.

Key Features

10.1-inch high-resolution color touchscreen
1280 × 800 pixel display
Display of up to 6 measurement windows simultaneously
4 analog input channels with IEPE bias
Dedicated speed/tachometer channel with power supply for laser tachometers
24-bit A/D converter
Dynamic range greater than 90 dB
Maximum bandwidth of 40 kHz
Sampling rate up to 102.4 kHz
Simultaneous triaxial vibration measurement
SKF MPA-in-a-Flash fast vibration analysis
FFT and vibration analysis capabilities
SKF gE enveloping for rolling-element bearing condition assessment
Integrated rear-facing camera
Built-in NFC/RFID identification capability
USB Type-A PC interface
Replaceable lithium-ion polymer batteries
Rugged IP65 protection
Hybrid touchscreen and physical keypad operation.

Technical Specifications

Product: SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX
Application: Portable vibration and condition monitoring
Type: Data collector / FFT vibration analyzer
Input channels: 4 analog channels with IEPE bias
Speed channel: Integrated power supply for laser tachometer
A/D conversion: 24-bit
Dynamic range: >90 dB
Maximum bandwidth: 40 kHz
Sampling rate: 102.4 kHz
Measurement parameters: Acceleration, velocity, displacement, SKF gE bearing condition, phase, voltage and speed
Display: 10.1-inch multi-point color touchscreen
Display resolution: 1280 × 800 pixels
Measurement display: Up to 6 plots simultaneously
Camera: Integrated rear camera
PC interface: USB Type A
Protection: IP65
Operating temperature: -10°C to +50°C
Storage temperature: -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions: 300 × 195 × 50 mm
Weight: Approximately 1.9 kg, or 1.7 kg with a single battery
Battery: 2 × replaceable lithium-ion polymer batteries
Battery life: Up to 8 hours of continuous data collection.

Integrated Analysis Tools
Depending on the configuration and installed modules, the SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX supports tools including:

Data Collector – route-based machinery data collection.
dBX Analyzer – vibration measurement and advanced analysis.
SKF gE Enveloping – bearing condition assessment.
Balancing – guided balancing of rotating machinery.
Order Tracking – vibration analysis on speed-controlled machinery.
Orbit Analysis – visualization of rotating shaft behavior.
ODS Analysis – operating deflection shape analysis.
Bump Test – investigation of structural resonances.
Data Recorder – recording real-time measurements.
Run-Up / Coast-Down – investigation of resonance during machine acceleration and deceleration.
Applications

The SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX is designed for predictive maintenance and condition monitoring of rotating machinery. Typical applications include:
Electric motors
Pumps
Fans and blowers
Gearboxes
Compressors
Turbomachinery
Industrial production equipment
Bearings and rotating shafts
General machinery vibration diagnostics
Machinery balancing
Resonance and vibration investigation

SKF describes the dBX as suitable for industries including manufacturing, metals, mining, marine, renewable energy, pulp and paper, food and beverage, automation and other industrial applications