SKF Microlog

Analyzer AX
Advanced data collector/FFT analyzer

The SKF Microlog Analyzer AX is the most

advanced large screen analyzer offered
by SKF today. The AX’s features allow
you to capture a wide range of vibration
data quickly.
The analyzer provides the flexibility to
support the applications that are most
important to your company’s specific
predictive maintenance program.

Key features
• Simultaneous triaxial or 4-channel SKF Microlog AX is a full-featured, 4-channel, high performance
measurements for fast data collection route and off-route portable data collector / FFT analyzer.
• 806 MHz Xscale processor means faster
real time rate and display updates Application modules to customize
• Rugged, dust /water-proof IP65 design for SKF Microlog AX
reliability in industrial environments
The SKF Microlog AX has a modular design to
• Rechargeable lithium battery supports
allow users to select application modules to
8 hours of continuous data collection
suit their individual requirements.
• Large 6.4" VGA color display for easy
• AX-M model – 4-channel off-route /
viewing and analysis in any light
2-channel or simultaneous triaxial route
Combines with SKF @ptitude Analysis and 2-channel Balancing modules
are already installed. The AX-M is upgradable
software for in-depth analysis to the AX-S or AX-F.
and reporting
• AX-S model – All the features of the
SKF Microlog AX connects seamlessly with SKF AX-M with the Bump Test and Data Recorder
@ptitude Analyst 4.1 software for single users modules added.
and can be networked facility-wide using SKF
@ptitude Monitoring Suite. The addition of • AX-F model – Further enhances capability
SKF @ptitude Decision Support allows com- by adding Run up Coast down (RuCd),
munication with your facility’s CMMS or EAM Frequency Response Function (FRF) and
system and automates reliability maintenance Check to Conformance modules.
decision making by identifying probable faults All modules can also be ordered separately.
and prescribing appropriate action.
SKF Microlog Analyzer AX Powerful software to complete
The AX takes the difficulty out of your analysis system
performing condition monitoring by SKF @ptitude Analyst provides fast,
analyzing vibration signal and process efficient and reliable storage, analysis
variables using 4-channel off-route and retrieval of complex machine data
measurements and one or two plane and makes the information accessible
static or dynamic couple balancing throughout your organization.
applications over a range of 10 CPM
• Easy to learn and use for novice
(0,16 Hz) to 4,800,000 CPM (80 kHz).
or experienced users
Bearing assessments are carried out
using the industry proven SKF • Inter-connectivity with other
Acceleration Enveloping (gE) technology. software programs and systems
The AX utilizes the latest advances in • Preference options let SKF @ptitude SKF Microlog AX provides fast data collection
analog and digital electronics, including Analyst work the way you work and analysis. The large screen facilitates viewing
in any light.
digital signal processing (DSP) and high
resolution Sigma-Delta A/D converters,
to provide both speed and accuracy in
the data collection process. SKF @ptitude Analyst is part of the SKF
@ptitude Monitoring Suite, a comprehen-
sive software suite that integrates data
from a wide range of SKF portable and
on-line acquisition devices.

Bump Test module

A bump or rap test is an impact test
carried out to excite the machine
and measure its natural frequencies.
This helps to determine if resonance
is responsible for high noise or Recorder module
vibration levels or if there is a potential Signals from sensors connected to the
machinery problem. AX are digitally recorded and stored as
standard WAV files. These files can be
sent via email or transferred directly
to SKF @ptitude Analyst for post-
processing. Using the storage capacity Frequency Response Function
of SD cards allows a user to record module
many hours of continuous raw data. The FRF module establishes properties
of mechanical structures (mass, stiffness
and damping) by performing modal
analysis using a calibrated hammer.
Measurements can be exported
to calculate and animate the mode
shapes. The module also measures
the transfer function (ratio) between
two transducers while a machine
is running. Measurements can be
exported to calculate and animate the
Operating Deflection Shapes (ODS).
Specifications
Performance Bearing condition: gE Certification:
gE filters: 5 Hz – 100 Hz, 50 Hz – 1 kHz, • CE rated
Signal input: Accelerometer, velocity, displace-
500 Hz – 10 kHz, 5 kHz – 40 kHz • CSA Class I, Div 2 Groups A, B, C & D ,
ment (from hand-held or installed transducers),
FFT resolution: 100 – 25,600 lines temperature Code T4A@Ta=50C
AC/DC sensors, pressure sensors, temperature
sensors, tachometer and manual entry Time block length: 256 – 65,536 samples System
Measurement parameters: Acceleration, Averaging: RMS, Time, Peak Hold
velocity, displacement, gE, temperature, phase, Communication:
Alarms: Overall and Spectrum (Peak and RMS
voltage, user specified • USB 1.1 (rear panel and docking station)
level)
Measurement types: Overall, spectrum, time • Microlog protocol & Microsoft® ActiveSync®
waveform, phase, orbits, shaft center line Enclosures User indicators: Blue, Green, Amber and Red
Input channels: LED’s
Size: 220 x 220 x 71 mm
• CH1: 6-pin Fischer CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4 Battery: Li-Ion 6600 mA hr with integral gas
Weight: 1.54 Kg
(labeled R) (ICP™/AC /DC input), strobe out gauging (8 hrs continuous operation minimum)
• CH2: 6-pin Fischer CH2 & CH3 (ICP™/AC /DC Display: 6.4" TFT VGA, Backlit Color LCD, (640 x
Battery recharge: Internally via docking station
input), +5 V tacho out 480 resolution, 18 bit color)
or external charger
• USB HOST/ CH R/: 7-pin Fischer R (ICP™ / Operating system: Microsoft® Windows®
AC/DC input), USB HOST, audio out
Environmental
Embedded CE 6.0
• USB DEV / TRIG / PWR: 7-pin Fischer USB Sealing: EN60529 IP65 (Dust- and waterproof)
Processor: Marvell 806 MHz PXA320
DEV, charger, ext trigger aux, +5 V tacho out Drop test: 1.2 m (4 ft) – To MIL STD-810F (with
DSP: Freescale DSP56311
Input signal range: ±25 V Maximum stand retracted)
Signal: RMS / Peak / Pk-Pk / True Peak / True Temperature ratings: Memory
Pk-Pk • Operating temperature: –10 to +60 °C
(+14 to +140 °F) Internal RAM:
Transducer check: Bias Voltage Integrity (o/c
and s/c detection) • Storage temperature: –20 to +60 °C • 128 MB DDR SDRAM
(–4 to +140 °F) • 128 MB NAND Flash
Auto range: Yes
• Humidity: 10 to 90 % RH, non-condensing at SD card: Can support up to 4 GB
Dynamic range: >90 dB 0 to +50 °C (+32 to +122 °F)
Frequency range: DC to 80 kHz Vibration: MIL STD-810 transportation Host software
The SKF Microlog AX series requires SKF
@ptitude Analyst version 4.1 or later and USB
communications.

Run up Coast down module

This module analyzes data from
machines where noise or vibration
levels are changing with speed, time or
load (applications that cause transient
phenomena) to establish the critical /
resonant speeds of a machine. The
module simultaneously acquires a noise
Check to Conformance module
or a vibration signal plus a tachometer
signal and stores the data as a time The conformance check functionality
waveform (a WAV file) for further analysis. transforms the AX into a tool for
everyday inspection and maintenance
routines. An automated assessment
compares vibration levels with
established limits and a pass or fail
indication is displayed to check that
the product complies with predefined
quality indicators or required standards.
SKF Microlog Analyzer AX – Advanced data collector/FFT analyzer

Ordering information Field Upgrades to AX Series Battery and power supply

• AX series Bump Test field upgrade • Battery charger with universal power supply
SKF Microlog AX-F model Data [CMXA 80-BMP-SL] [CMAC 5076]
Collector/FFT Analyzer • AX series Data Recorder field upgrade
Accelerometers
The AX-F [CMXA 80-F-K-SL] standard kit [CMXA 80-REC-SL]
• AX series Run up Coast down field upgrade • Triax Accelerometer Kit [CMAC 4370-K]
includes: • Accelerometer, small footprint, integrated 2 meter
[CMXA 80-RUCD-SL]
• CMXA 80-F-SL unit, programmed for 4- cable, supplied with magnetic mount [CMSS 2111]
• AX series Frequency Response Function (FRF) field
channel off-route measurements, 2-channel • Accelerometer, high frequency [CMSS 2114]
upgrade [CMXA 80-FRF-SL]
or simultaneous triaxial route and one or two • Accelerometer, CSA rated [CMSS 797-CA]
• AX series Check to Conformance field upgrade
plane static or dynamic couple balancing ap-
[CMXA 80-CTC-SL] Cables
plication, Bump Test, Data Recorder, RuCd, FRF
• AX-M to AX-S series field upgrade • BNC tachometer input (1 meter) [CMAC 5211]
and Check to Conformance modules.
[CMXA 80-AXM/S-SL] • Ch X Signal input extension cable (5 meter)
• CD-ROM, user manuals, utilities, asset infor-
• AX-M to AX-F series field upgrade [CMAC 5026]
mation page and literature
[CMXA 80-AXM/F-SL] • Ch X Signal input extension cable (10 meter)
• USB/power splitter cable [CMAC 5019]*
• AX-S to AX-F series field upgrade [CMAC 5037]
• USB/A to B cable [CMAC 5082]
[CMXA 80-AXS/F-SL] • Tachometer (5030-K) extension cable (5 meter)
• SD slot/dock conector cover [CMAC 5083]
• Docking station [CMAC 5068]* [CMAC 5043]
Optional Accessories • Tachometer (5030-K) extension cable (10 meter)
• Battery pack [CMAC 5070]* A number of accessories are available to comple-
• Cable, power cord, UL 110, US [CMVA 3351]* [CMAC 5044]
ment the AX series.
• Power adapter/battery charger [CMAC 5022] • Cable convertor, 2-pin Mil/BNC [CMAC 3715]
• Two (2) accelerometer, low profile, Non-NI Hardware • Triaxial accelerometer cable for use with triax
Certified [CMSS 2200]* • Laser Tachometer Kit [CMAC 5030-K] accelerometer kit CMAC 4370-K [CMAC 5009]
• Two (2) cable, sensor, coiled [CMAC 5209]* • Microlog Phase Reference Holder • Audio headphone cable [CMAC 5023]
• Two (2) magnetic base accelerometer, medium [CMSS 6156] International Accessories
duty, 1-1/2" (3.81 cm) diameter • Microlog Field Balancing Kit (with Optical Sensor) NOTE: The North American cord sets will be shipped
[CMSS 908-MD]* [CMCP 850-01] with all new units.
• Hard service carrying case [CMAC 5069]* • Microlog Field Balancing Kit (with Laser Sensor)
International power cord accessories, two (2) cord
• Soft case [CMAC 5071]* [CMCP 850-02]
sets will be provided, the standard North Ameri-
• Two (2) hand straps [CMAC 5072]* • Microlog Field Balancing Kit (with Laser Sensor)
can power cord and the requested International
• Shoulder strap [CMAC 5073]* [CMCP 850-03]
power cord.
• Two (2) screen protectors [CMAC 5074]* • AC / DC Current Clamp [CMAC 5208]
• Fischer connector dust covers [CMAC 5075]* • Infrared Temperature Gun [CMAC 4200-SL] • Power cord, Australia [CMAC 4222-AU]
• 1 GB SD Card [CMAC 5077] • Optical Phase Reference Kit [CMSS 6155X-K-CE] • Power cord, Switzerland [CMAC 4222-CH]
* also available as separate accessory
• Laser Phase Reference Kit [CMSS 6195AX-K-CE] • Power cord, Denmark [CMAC 4222-DK]
• Modal Hammer Kit with accelerometer to measure • Power cord, European [CMAC 4222-EUR]
SKF Microlog AX-S model: 4-channel off-route /
masses of 210 grams and above • Power cord, Israel [CMAC 4222-IL]
2-channel route or simultaneous triaxial route,
[CMAC 5056-GXHK-1] • Power cord, Italy [CMAC 4222-IT]
Balancing, Bump Test and Recorder modules.
• Modal Hammer Kit with accelerometer to measure • Power cord, Japan [CMAC 4222-JP]
SKF Microlog AX-M model: 4-channel off-route/ • Power cord, United Kingdom [CMAC 4222-UK]
masses of 56 grams and above
2-channel route or simultaneous triaxial route
[CMAC 5057-GXHK-2]
and Balancing modules.
• Modal Hammer Kit only [CMAC 5058]

Product Support Plans

A range of Product Support Plans are
available to protect your investment.
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additional information.
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