SHINKAWA VM-5Y1-02GEM-1594-005-P001F – VM-5 Series Vibration/Displacement Monitor Module for Machinery Protectio

The SHINKAWA VM-5Y1-02GEM-1594-005-P001F is a factory-configured plug-in monitoring card for the VM-5 machinery protection system. From my experience, the “Y1” variant is used for shaft vibration/position measurements using eddy-current proximity probe systems, and it typically provides proportional outputs and alarm relays for direct connection to DCS/PLC and trip circuits. You might notice that the long order code reflects preset ranges, filters, and alarm logic that ship ready for installation—handy when you’re standardizing spares across multiple units.

Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees

• Warranty: 365 days from delivery
• Lead time: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment prior to delivery
• Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
• Each unit is inspected before shipment; configuration report available on request

Key Features

• VM-5 rack compatible – Plug-in module for SHINKAWA VM-5 machinery protection systems, simplifying upgrades and spares management.
• Proximity probe measurement – Designed for shaft vibration/relative displacement using eddy-current probe systems, common on turbines, compressors, and high-speed pumps.
• Alarm relays (Alert/Danger) – Provides discrete relay outputs for protection trips and annunciation; relay logic is set by the order code in many cases.
• Proportional current output – 4–20 mA output for trending in DCS/PLC historians, which makes condition tracking straightforward for maintenance teams.
• Buffered dynamic signal – Typically offers a buffered output for portable analyzers, useful when you need to verify vibration signatures on site.
• Factory configuration – The “02GEM-1594-005-P001F” portion indicates preset ranges/filters, reducing commissioning time and configuration errors.
• Backplane-powered – No separate power wiring; the VM-5 rack power supply feeds the card through the backplane.

Technical Specifications

Application Fields

This module is built for continuous protection of rotating assets. It’s commonly specified on:

• Steam and gas turbines – radial vibration and shaft position monitoring
• Centrifugal compressors and expanders – protection against rubs and instability
• Critical pumps and fans – trending via 4–20 mA plus hardwired trip relays
• Generators and blowers – buffered dynamic signals for portable diagnostics
• Refinery, petrochemical, power generation, steel, and paper industries

A maintenance engineer at a petrochemical site told me their VM-5 cards “saved hours during a turnaround” because the spare modules came pre-configured—drop in, verify alarms, and back online.

Advantages & Value

• Reliability in harsh environments – Industrial-grade design for 24/7 service; typically very stable drift performance over long intervals.
• Compatibility with existing probes – Works with SHINKAWA proximity probe systems used widely on critical machines, easing retrofit programs.
• Reduced commissioning time – Factory set ranges/filters based on your order code help cut mistakes and speed validation.
• Lifecycle support – VM-5 platform spares and documentation are well-established, which seems to be a safer bet for multi-year MRO planning.
• Clear outputs for DCS/ESD – 4–20 mA and dry-contact relays make integration straightforward without special gateways.

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet/rack – Install the VM-5 rack in a clean, ventilated control cabinet (19-inch IEC rack). Keep ambient within the rack’s specified temperature range.
• Wiring practices – Use low-noise coax for proximity probes; maintain shielding and proper grounding. Separate probe and signal wiring from high-voltage runs.
• Power and grounding – Feed the VM-5 rack from a stable, clean supply; bond ground per site standards to minimize noise and drift.
• Commissioning – Verify probe gaps, confirm 4–20 mA scaling, and test Alert/Danger relay actions before handing over.
• Routine checks – Periodically review alarm logs and buffered signal quality; perform channel verification using a calibrator or orbit/shaft simulator where applicable.
• Documentation control – Keep the module’s order code/config sheet with the machine file; it helps when replacing cards years later.

Quality & Certifications

• Manufacturer quality system typically certified to ISO 9001
• CE marking and RoHS compliance are commonly available for VM-5 system components
• Warranty: 12 months (365 days) against defects under normal use
• Traceable serial numbers; test report available on request

Notes on Compatibility & Accessories

For best results, pair the VM-5Y1 module with SHINKAWA proximity probes and drivers matched to your target shaft material and gap range. If you’re planning a retrofit, we can help cross-check your existing probe part numbers and confirm scaling so the 4–20 mA matches your historian tags. Spare items that customers usually keep on hand include: one VM-5 monitoring card of the same order code, a probe/driver set, and a relay output test plug.