1X
Two Minute Tips
Dominant 1X
If you have a single channel analyzer and there is not any opportunity to use another tool like cross phase, how do you scientifically analyze this issue and identify the fault(s)?
- Wael Salman
- Engineering Tracks
Five Minute Facts
Abnormal 1x Vibration Problem in an Oxygen Compressor
After a major overhaul of an oxygen compressor, 1x vibration was observed in the L.P. discharge bearing. We tried several remedies without success, such as changing the oil pressure and temperature, balancing the rotor…
- RAO VAMSIDHAR
- VIZAG STEEL
Articles
Procedure To Detect Misalignment Between Internal Combustion Engines and Gas Compressors with FFT
Practical procedure to detect misalignment conditions in packages to gas compression stations...
- Jose Luis Rattia
- RECIP & ROTATING SERVICES CA
White Papers
Torsional Issues: Stop Guessing and Measure the Problems Directly
Failure mechanisms such as misalignment, balance, or lubrication issues can cause machinery failure. Many of these problems can be identified using standard non-destructive testing (NDT) methods including vibration analysis, infrared thermography, and tribology....
- Trent Martz
- IVC Technologies
Five Minute Facts
Most Common Types of 1x Peaks and What They Mean
Vibration technicians stumble upon a high 1x peak once a week. In this short video, you will find the most common causes of a 1x peak...
- Reinier Kalp
- Wearcheck Africa
White Papers
Modern Vibration Analysis Technology Applied to the Four Stages of Bearing Failure
Within the vibration community, it is commonly accepted to describe a spalling process in a bearing in four stages; from the first microscopic sign to a severely damaged bearing...
- Ron Kittle
- SPM Instrument Inc
Case Studies and Stories
A Hoist Application in the Mining Industry
A hoist or winder is a mission critical application found in underground mines. The hoist is used either to transport ore to the surface or personnel to or from the mine shaft. There are three types of hoists...
- Tim Sundstrom
- SPM Instrument
Five Minute Facts
How Do You Diagnose Unbalance?
Technically speaking, unbalance—some people say imbalance—exists when the mass center line and the geometric center line do not coincide. What does that mean and why is it important...
- Jason Tranter
- Mobius Institute
Two Minute Tips
Why Do I Need to Use Phase Analysis?
The vibration spectrum can provide a clear indication of certain fault conditions...
- Jason Tranter
- Mobius Institute
