IFM Efector – VB1001 – Rolling-Element Bearing Vibration Monitor, RS-232, IP67

The IFM VB1001 is a specialized vibration monitor designed for predictive maintenance and bearing health monitoring in industrial machinery. Featuring dual pre-alarm and main-alarm outputs, built-in trend memory, and RS-232 interface, it offers real-time spectral and envelope-curve FFT analysis for early fault detection—ideal for aerospace, gearboxes, motors, and pumps.

Key Features & Technical Specifications:

• Model: VB1001 — Rolling-Element Bearing Monitor  

• Measurement Range: ±25 g (nominal ±20 g), overload protection up to 100 g  

• Outputs: Two switching outputs for alarm signaling; LEDs show pre-alarm (yellow) and main-alarm (red) status  

• Data & Diagnostics: Integrated trend memory stores >2,500 data sets with timestamps (ring buffer)  

• Interface: RS-232 serial port for PC configuration and diagnosis  

• Sensor Type: Capacitive micromechanical accelerometer with 0–10 kHz frequency response  

• Power: 10–32 V DC supply; typical draw 100 mA  

• Protection & Build: IP67-rated aluminum/ABS housing; –30…+60 °C operating temperature

• Connectors: M12 & M8 connectors per IFM standards  

• Dimensions: ~58 x 37.6 x 46.4 mm