Description
A6110 CSI 6500 Dual‑Channel Relative Shaft Vibration Monitor, Emerson API 670 Compliant Turbomachinery Vibration Protection Module for Eddy‑Current Proximity Probes
Product Application
A6110 is a core TSI monitoring card of Emerson CSI 6500 machinery protection platform, dedicated to shaft relative radial vibration measurement. It receives signal from EPRO eddy‑current probe + CON preamplifier, processes vibration signal and generates alarm / trip logic for rotating equipment protection. It is widely used in steam turbines, gas turbines, centrifugal compressors, large pumps, blowers and hydroelectric generator units in petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation industries. Dual channels can monitor X/Y two‑orthogonal radial vibration of one bearing. It outputs 4–20mA analog vibration value to DCS, and sends vibration waveform & trend data to AMS predictive maintenance software for rotor imbalance, misalignment and bearing fault diagnosis. Fully meets API 670 turbomachinery protection specification.

A6110
Product Specifications
- Part Number: A6110
- System: CSI 6500 / AMS 6500 Machinery Health Monitor
- Channel: 2 independent eddy‑current probe input channels
- Supported Sensor: PR6422 / PR6423 / PR6424 / PR6425 eddy‑current probe + CON series preamplifier
- Input Signal: 0 ~ -22 VDC gap voltage signal, input impedance>100 kΩ
- Filter: Low‑cut 1Hz / 5Hz selectable; High‑cut adjustable from 50Hz to 2000Hz
- Measurement Modes: Zero‑to‑Peak, Peak‑to‑Peak, RMS, Smax dual‑channel composite value
- Analog Output: 0/4‑20mA or 0–10V proportional vibration output, front & rear buffered output
- Alarm Relay: Relay output via matching A6740 relay module for Alert / Danger trip
- Form Factor: 3U 1‑slot hot‑swap plug‑in module for 19” CSI6500 rack
- Front Interface: 2 × BNC sensor signal ports, circular configuration port
- Indicator: Front panel OK / Alarm LED for each channel
- Certification: API 670, CE, EAC
- Origin: Germany
Core Technical Parameters
- Power Supply: 24 VDC, Max. 500 mA
- Power Consumption: Max 6 W
- Measurement Accuracy: ±0.25% full scale
- Resolution: 0.001 mm
- Galvanic Isolation: Channel to power supply isolated
- Operating Temperature: 0 ℃ ~ +65 ℃
- Storage Temperature: -30 ℃ ~ +85 ℃
- Relative Humidity: 5% – 95%, non‑condensing
- Vibration Resistance: 0.15 mm (10–55 Hz), 19.6 m/s² (55–150 Hz)
- Shock Resistance: 98 m/s² peak, 16ms
- Diagnostics: Sensor cable break / short circuit detection, hardware temperature monitoring, power supervision
Recommended Matching Models (8 Models)
Complete CSI6500 machinery protection rack supporting hardware:
- PR6423 Eddy‑current Probe
- CON011 Preamplifier for proximity probe
- A6740 Relay Output Module (Alarm & Trip relay)
- A6120 Axial Thrust Position Monitor
- A6312 Speed & Keyphasor Monitor
- A6125 Seismic Bearing Vibration Monitor
- CSI 6500 System Rack & Backplane
- AMS Suite Machinery Health Software

A6110
Product Features
✅ Dual‑Channel X/Y Bearing Vibration Monitoring One single module monitors two orthogonal radial vibration points of one bearing, saves rack slot space with compact 3U single‑slot design.
✅ API 670 Standard Machinery Protection Compliant with API 670 turbomachinery protection requirement, reliable alert and danger trip output for critical rotating assets.
✅ Comprehensive Sensor & Cable Diagnostics Real‑time probe gap voltage monitoring, cable open‑circuit / short‑circuit fault alarm. Operators can quickly identify probe installation failure or cable damage.
✅ Hot‑swappable Online Replacement Plug‑in hot swap design. Spare A6110 can be replaced online without shutting down the whole CSI6500 rack.
✅ Multiple Vibration Measuring Modes Support peak‑to‑peak, zero‑to‑peak, RMS and Smax composite value for flexible configuration for different rotating machinery protection standards.
✅ Dual Analog Buffered Output Front panel buffered output for portable vibration analyzer waveform capture; rear 4–20mA proportional output to DCS for permanent vibration trend display.
✅ Rich Software Configuration Function AMS6500 configuration software sets filter frequency, alarm threshold, time delay, measurement range, downloads parameters and exports vibration waveform data.
Installation Guidelines
- Power off CSI6500 rack before installation. Hot‑swap replacement can be implemented following Emerson CSI6500 operation procedure.
- Insert A6110 vertically into dedicated slot of CSI6500 rack backplane and lock front panel fastener.
- Route BNC coaxial cable from CON preamplifier output to front BNC port of A6110. Use dedicated low‑impedance coaxial cable for eddy‑current signal.
- Complete probe installation and set proper static gap voltage within probe working range.
- Connect rear analog output wiring to DCS AI module. Wire alarm trip signal to A6740 relay module.
- Power on rack, confirm front‑panel OK LED steady on, no channel alarm.
- Connect configuration cable to front config port, open AMS6500 software, select measurement mode, filter parameters and alert/danger threshold.
- Run static gap check and dynamic vibration test during machinery startup, verify vibration reading and alarm logic before formal protection online.
Maintenance Instructions
Daily Maintenance Check front panel OK / Alarm LED status. Monitor gap voltage and vibration value in AMS workstation. Inspect BNC connectors looseness and coaxial cable insulation. Check cabinet temperature.
Periodic Maintenance Every 6–12 months: Export module configuration and vibration history data. Inspect probe mounting bracket looseness. Calibrate vibration loop with dynamic calibrator. Tighten rack backplane connector. Back up whole project configuration.
Fault Maintenance
- Sensor fault alarm: Check probe gap, preamplifier power supply and coaxial cable continuity.
- Abnormal vibration reading: Check probe target surface, bracket resonance and cable noise interference.
- Module communication offline: Re‑seat module, inspect rack backplane. Replace spare and download saved configuration.
- Static protection is mandatory when handling the module. Do not disassemble module housing.
Long‑Term Operation Tips Keep vibration signal coaxial cable far away from high‑power motor power cables. Avoid long‑term excessive high cabinet temperature. Protect probe cable from mechanical extrusion and cutting fluid corrosion.
Brand Same‑Series Models (6 Models)
CSI 6500 A6000 family machinery monitoring modules:
- A6110 – Dual‑Channel Relative Shaft Vibration Monitor (Target Model)
- A6120 – Axial Thrust / Differential Expansion Monitor
- A6125 – Seismic Bearing Vibration Monitor
- A6140 – Shaft Position Monitor
- A6312 – Dual‑Channel Speed & Keyphasor Monitor
- A6740 – Relay Output Module for Alarm & Trip

