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Vibrex 2000 Plus


The cost-effective balancer/analyzers
with superior performance.

• Propeller balance.

• Helicopter track & balance

• Vibration analysis

• Multiple channel input for multiple


balance jobs

• Automatic weight sensitivity


correction

• RS232 interface for connection


to printer and/or personal computer

• Uses common rechargeable or


disposable D-cell batteries
The balancer/analyzer for This balancer/analyzer acquires
accurate propeller and helicopter
vibration readings. The Vibrex 2000
fixed-wing or rotorcraft. will balance propellers without the
need of a chart or use one of the 150
available Chadwick paper charts, or
Whether you have a fixed-wing manufactures charts, to balance your
aircraft, helicopter, turbine engine or helicopter. Also capable of balancing
reciprocating engine, there’s a Vibrex shafts and blowers, the Vibrex 2000
2000 to meet your needs. is a complete balancing tool.
The Vibrex 2000 is a vibration As a spectrum analyzer, it provides
analysis and balancing tool that the operator with an overview of rotor
rapidly and accurately acquires and and drivetrain vibration.
analyzes aircraft and engine vibration
data. It uses that data to calculate 2 models to fit your needs
balance solutions and to analyze Vibrex 2000 - The basic Vibrex 2000
aircraft vibration levels across a is applicable to aircraft and engines
broad frequency range. with component frequencies of

Four easy steps to FAA-approved prop balance.


Easy to understand menus allow the
user to initiate and complete up to 4
different balancing jobs at one time.
The instrument will automatically
correct for the propeller response to
weight changes and this correction
can be saved for future balancing
exercises.

A “first round hit” solution means less


vibration, even on the first adjustment.
Two channels allow the user to 1 Acquire data 2 Show results

measure the propeller and rear of the


engine during balancing.

All measurements, sensitivities,


solutions, and annotations are stored
in memory and can be reviewed on
the instrument, printed on the optional
portable thermal printer, or down-
loaded to a personal computer.

Use the Vibrex 2000 along with


3 Show balance quality 4 Display adjustments
to achieve a balanced
propeller
Chadwick’s FAA-approved “The
Smooth Propeller” publication to lower
vibration and improve ride quality.
20,000 rpm or less and balance nance costs and increasing aircraft
speeds below 10,000 rpm. For recip availability.
powered aircraft the Vibrex 2000
basic model is a sure fit. Customized Kits Available
The Vibrex 2000 product line comes
Vibrex 2000 Plus – For applications as a complete kit, with all the software,
where there is a need to perform accessories, and instructions for your
higher frequency spectrum analysis, particular application in a rugged,
such as a turbine engine, the Vibrex portable carrying case.
2000 Plus measures to 600,000 rpm.
With over 45 years of experience on
The Vibrex 2000 Plus model also more than 300 different applications
adds a spectrum viewer for on-screen Chadwick products are proven
graphical display of spectral data. and reliable.

Both models, no matter the applica- As new aircraft come into the
tion, provide easy-to-use features that market Chadwick is always there
assist the maintainer in decreasing developing new applications for
maintenance time, lowering mainte- your customized needs.

Pinpoint problem components.


Spectrum Analysis – Use the Vibrex
2000 spectrum feature to pinpoint
problem components with ease. The
"List Peaks" spectrum printout identi-
fies the highest peaks quickly. Use
the harmonic and order features to
identify misalignment, mechanical An added feature of the Vibrex 2000
looseness, or imbalance to guide Plus model is a simple yet sophisti-
your maintenance action. cated spectrum viewer.

Better than a crystal ball. Data can be viewed and saved using Chadwick’s
ground-based software packages.

Use the “Waterfall Plot” to Trend Use the Polar Plot to manually or Spectral Plot lets you integrate
& Predict component failures. automatically plot balance points. and differentiate into any units...
mils, IPS, g’s, etc.
Choose the Vibrex 2000 that meets your needs.
Physical
Dimensions 7.38"H x 7.25"W x 1.81"D
18.75 cm x 18.42 cm x 4.6 cm
Weight 3.5 lbs. (without batteries)
nominal
Power requirement 3-6.4 VDC 250mA
❚❚❚ Version
Interfaces Francaise
Vibration sensor 2 ea. Velocimeter
(19 mV/IPS sensitivity) Maintenant, Chadwick-Helmuth offre une version Francaise
du Vibrex 2000, avec tous les menus, textes d’aide et
Mag pickup / tach. 2 ea. Pulse input, magnetic presentation des resultats en Francais.
pickup or logic type.
Accessory power 4 ea. D-Cell batteries.
Reverse polarity circuit Extended Warranty Options
protected and fused. Every piece of equipment comes with a 1-year limited
Portable Computer or Printer 1 Serial, RS-232, 9600baud warranty from the date of purchase.
Balance Measurements For an additional fee, you may extend the warranty to 5
Phase accuracy ± 5 Minutes or ± 2.5° years.This warranty includes – but is not limited to – annual
calibration and any necessary firmware or software
Balance frequency range 240 to 10,000 RPM (Bsc.& Fr.) updates.
120 to 30,000 RPM (Plus)
Phase resolution 2 minutes or 1 degree Please contact Chadwick-Helmuth’s main office at
+1-626-575-6161 for terms and conditions of the warranty.
Spectrum Analysis (Fmax, RPM)
Vibrex 2000 1250-20,000 Please note that the terms and conditions of these
Vibrex 2000 (French) 3000-24,000 warranties are subject to change without notice.
Vibrex 2000 Plus 1200-600,000
FFT resolution 400 Lines
Performance
Memory 256K (Basic & French) Customer Support
1 MB (Plus model)
Chadwick is dedicated to supporting customer’s
Accuracy (Basic & French) ± 5% from 5 Hz to 333 Hz needs. The legendary worldwide customer service
Accuracy (Plus) ± .5dB from 2 Hz to 500 Hz is available via phone, fax, or e-mail. We can help your organi-
± 1dB from 501 Hz to 10 KHz zation improve skills in rotor/propeller smoothing and vibration
Spurious free dyn. range >60 dB related troubleshooting.
Velocimeter input ranges 0 to 304mV peak (16 ips) Of course, service includes equipment repairs and calibration,
(Vibrex 2000 Plus) 0 to 380mV peak (20 ips) for which we also have expert in-house teams. Never worry
Velocimeter input sensitivity 19mV/IPS peak about where you are in the world there’s a Chadwick
International Representative supporting over 180 countries.
Mag p/u, input freq. range 100 – 50,000 RPM No other company comes close to Chadwick service.
Mag p/u, RPM accuracy 0.1%
Mag p/u, 0.5 to 12 Volts peak nominal,
input voltage range 120 Volts peak maximum. Your Chadwick-Helmuth representative:
Environmental
Temperature 0°C to 50°C, or 32°F to 120°F
EMI susceptibility and radiated emissions standards
Industrial Electronic Control CE certified to:
Equipment Class Standard EN50081-2 Rafael Calvo, 31- 28010 MADRID
Standard EN50082-2 Tlf: 913196673
Ground Software e-mail: infogen@ndtingenieros.es
Vibrex 2000 Download included with all models
Vibrex 2000 Plot included with 2000 Plus
optional with the Basic and
French models

4601 North Arden Drive • El Monte, CA 91731 • USA


+1-626-575-6161 • fax: +1-626-350-4236 • www.chadwick-helmuth.com

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