Machinery Balancing Module
Single-
Plane Balancing Overview
2 - Perform the Reference Run
Spin
- Start the machine and perform a reference run. The reference run simply
provides a “starting place” for balancing computations. It records the machine's initial
imbalance (1X vibration magnitude and phase angle). Later in the procedure, reference
run data is automatically compared with trial (weight) run data to calibrate the
machine's imbalance.
3 - Attach a Trial Weight
Stop
- After collecting reference run data, stop the machine and add a trial weight. A
trial weight is a temporary weight attached to produce a change from the original
unbalance readings (reference run readings). Input the trial weight amount and
placement angle into the Microlog.
4 - Perform the Trial Run
Spin
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With the trial weight securely attached, start the machine again, and perform a
trial run with the trial weight. The trial run calibrates the machine's unbalance and
allows the Microlog to calculate the influence coefficient and permanent correction
weight amount and placement.
To allow for accurate balancing computations, the trial weight should pass the 30/30
rule. The trial weight should:
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A - Increase or decrease the 1X vibration amplitude by at least 30%, or
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B - Change the phase angle by at least 30 degrees, or
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C - A combination of A and B.
5 - Attach the Permanent Correction Weight
Stop
- Stop the machine, remove the trial weight, then attach the specified correction
weight at the specified angle.
6 - Perform a Correction Weight Run
Spin
- Start the machine again, and perform a correction weight run. The correction
weight run performs two functions:
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It calculates the amount of residual imbalance with the correction weight in place to
confirm that the machine is now balanced within tolerances.
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If further balancing is necessary, it automatically applies the influence coefficient to
calculate additional “trim” weights that can be added to further balance the
machine.
7 - If Necessary, Attach a Trim Weight
Stop
- If additional trim weights are necessary to balance the machine within
tolerances, stop the machine and attach the specified trim weights.
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SKF Microlog - GX Series
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