Atec VB User Manual
Built on the proven track record of the classic
vbSeries® portable vibration analyzers and
balancers, the all-new vbSeries data collectors,
analyzers, and balancers have been re-engineered
from the ground up to offer leading-edge reliability,
accuracy and usability.
• Improved ergonomics for walk
around data collection
• Large, high resolution (HVGA) backlit LCD
• True left- and right-handed operation
• Multi-channel on route recordings
(collectors and analyzers only)
• 1 GB memory – virtually unlimited
spectra and waveform storage
• 10 hour battery life
• Lightweight, rugged IP65 rated cases
• DC coupled sensor support
• 12 800 lines of resolution (max)
• 40 kHz Fmax
• Single, Dual or Four-channel
recordings depending on model
• Triax. compatibility (vb6™ and
vb8™ instruments only)
• CSA Class I, Division 2 Hazardous
Locations certication
• USB host port for data transfer to
external USB memory
Choose the model most suitable for your needs.
Our tiered instrument range allows you to select an
appropriate set of features at a cost effective price.
Choose a model tailored to your requirements with
the added peace of mind provided by our rock solid
5 year warranty.
Data Collectors Data Analyzers Balancers
Lean vb5 vb7 vbBalancer
Deluxe vb6 vb8 vbBalancer+
THE COMPLETE VIBRATION ANALYSIS PACKAGE
The vb8™ analyzer is a uniquely sophisticated and
feature-packed instrument, yet it remains intuitive
in operation and exible enough to suit every level of
vibration analyst, from novice through to expert.
The included Ascent® software contains the collective
experience of over 25 years of expert in-depth machine
fault analysis.
1. Users with no prior experience or without previously
recorded vibration history can now establish a
measurement program utilizing proven baseline
values from ISO standards and “The Proven Method”
from Technical Associates.*
2. Experienced users can now generate meaningful
spectral alarm bands automatically rather than
just relying on basic overall alarms or spectral
band guesswork.
3. Veteran analysts can now objectively evaluate and
compare their ndings against a time-tested and
proven historical foundation.
Ascent® Level 2 software:
• Fully automated measurement parameter and
alarm setups based on “The Proven Method” from
Technical Associates*
• ISO 2372 and 10816 standards
* The incorporation of The Proven Method is
available exclusively in Ascent® software
Enhanced instrument functionality
• 4 channel simultaneous recordings
• Triax. enabled
• 12 800 line FFT resolution
• 40 kHz Fmax
• 1 GB memory – virtually unlimited spectra storage
• Large, high resolution (HVGA) backlit LCD
• Comfortable, ergonomic case design
• Support for acceleration, velocity, displacement, DC
coupled, current and voltage output sensors (both AC
and DC coupled)
• 2 plane balancing with up to 4 sensors
(simultaneous acquisition)
• Commtest’s unique 6Pack™ recording system: take
up to 12 measurements simultaneously (HF, LF and
Demodulation spectra and waveforms) across
two channels
• Numeric parameter input via keypad with trend and
alarm capability in Ascent® software
• Upgradeable using the ‘Proash’ system and free
rmware updates for ve years
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