Microlog®

GX Series
Portable Data Collector/FFT Analyzer

High Performance, Two-Channel,

Route Based Portable Data
Collector/FFT Analyzer

Features
• New Field Analysis Functionality
– Bump Test Program
– Data Recorder
• A 400 MHz X-Scale Intel® Processor for
Exceptionally Fast Operation
• A 1/4 VGA Color, Transflective Liquid–Crystal
Display that Enhances Visibility in All
Environments – Dark or Bright
• Rugged Design
– 2 Meter Multiple Drop
– IP 65 Rated
• Outstanding Data-Storage Capacity with 30
MB Flash Memory for Internal Storage and
Equipped with PCMCIA and Secure Digital* select the best combination of features required
(SD) Memory Expansion Slots to meet the plant’s asset monitoring needs, and
provides the option to upgrade without buying
• USB Communication Ready
another instrument. As analysis needs and
• Two Simultaneous Channels, Plus Trigger expertise grow, so does the GX Series Microlog!
Input
• Multi-Plane Balancing Application The GX Series allows easy Condition Monitoring
of equipment found in industries such as Paper,
• Red, Amber, Green LED indicators
Power, Petrochemical and Primary Metals. The
• Intuitive Graphical User Interface GX Series is a truly hand-held route-based data
• Right or Left Hand Operation collector, including vibration signal and process
variables, over a range of 10 CPM (0.16 Hz) to
2,400,000 CPM (40 kHz). Bearing assessments
Introduction are carried out using the industry proven SKF
The GX Series advances Microlog users to the Acceleration Enveloping (gE) technology.
next generation data collector/analyzer with its
The GX Series utilizes the latest advances in
large color display and more powerful, modular
analog and digital electronics, including digital
platform. In addition to its full featured Route
signal processing (DSP) and a high resolution
and Off-Route vibration monitoring/analysis
Sigma-Delta A/D converter to provide both
features (everything SKF’s Microlog CMXA
speed and accuracy in the data collection
50 has and more), its modular design allows
process.
the user to select the GX-M model with Two
Channel and Balancing modules already The GX Series provides a complete portable
installed, then progress to the GX-S model by vibration analysis package when used with SKF
adding the useful Bump Test and Data Recorder Machine Suite, SKF Reliability Systems’ family of
modules. This allows operators and analysts to reliability software applications.
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Specifications
INPUT SOURCES MEASUREMENT (continued) PHYSICAL DATA (continued)
Acceleration, Velocity, and Displacement from hand-held Resolution: Programmable 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, LCD Screen: Color 1/4 VGA 320 pixels x 240 pixels
or installed vibration sensors or monitoring systems. 3200, 6400 and 12800 lines (12800 lines in Off Route (54mm x 72mm) Viewable.
AC/DC Sensors only). Case: High impact ABS with IP 65 dust and splash
Measurement Windows: Hanning, Flattop and rating.
Pressure Sensors
Rectangular. Size: • 186mm x 93mm (7.44” x 3.72”) narrowest
Temperature Sensors
point
Multi-Point Automation: Up to 12 measurements can
Keyboard Entry: Measurements read from indicators • 186mm x 134mm (7.44” x 5.36”) widest point
be linked for one button push automated data collection
or installed instruments entered in engineering units.
for each measurement location. Weight: 715 grams (1.6 lb)
Universal Tachometer
Visual Inspections: Added to measurement as coded DATA DISPLAYS ENVIRONMENTAL
notes.
• Spectrum, Time, Phase Table, and Process Hazardous Locations: CSA, Class I, Division 2, Groups
PREPROCESSING A, B, C, D (special conditions per installation drawing
• Orbit, Cross Channel Phase and Dual Spectrum and
090-22500-2)
Time Plots (Two-Channel Off Route only).
Enveloper (Demodulator): With four (4) selectable CE Rated
input filters for enhanced bearing and gear mesh fault • Up to 12 bands (fixed or order base) downloadable
IP Rating: IP 65
detection. from host software.
Temperature Range Storage: -20°C to +60°C
Filter Selection: • 5 Hz – 100 Hz POWER (-4°F to +140°F)
• 50 Hz – 1,000 Hz Temperature Range Operating: -10°C to +50°C
• 500 Hz – 10 kHz Battery Size: Li-Ion 1800 mAh (+14°F to +122°F)
• 5 kHz – 40 kHz • Long life removable Lithium Ion battery packs. Humidity: 95% non-condensing
INPUT PARAMETERS • No loss of data during battery charges.
COMMUNICATIONS
• Battery can be charged in the collector.
Tachometer: • TTL/Analogue Programmable to ± 40
Communication: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200,
Volts PHYSICAL DATA 38400, and 115,200 baud rates for data transfer via
• RPM Range 1 to 99,999 RS-232.
• Tachometer power supply output +5 Keyboard: Sealed chemical resistant elastomeric
volts at 100 mA silicon, tactile touch, numeric. PRINTING
Input Over-Voltage Protection: AC ± 50 V peak, DC Dedicated Keys: Up, down, right and left two enter
PCL and PJ200 compatible printers through interface.
± 50 V Sustained keys for right and left hand operation, four function
Screens can be saved to PC Card as a windows Bitmap.
keys.
Dynamic Range: >90 dB (20 bit ADC sigma-delta)
Hot Keys: Peak Find, Harmonic, expand. HOST SOFTWARE
Amplitude Accuracy: 5%
Input Connectors: SKF Machine Suite, Version 3.1 or higher.
• Channel 1: 6 pin Fischer x, y, z input ICP™/AC/
DC, Trigger In
• Channel 2: 6 pin Fischer y input ICP™/AC/DC,
Trigger In, Trigger tachometer
power supply
• Other I/O: 7 pin Fischer Trigger In, Trigger
tachometer power supply

DATA PROCESSING AND STORAGE

Microprocessor: Intel Xscale PXA255 at 400 MHz
DSP Processor: Motorola DSP56307
Memory: • OS Storage Application, User Data 64 MB
Flash
• Internal RAM 64 MB
PCMCIA: Type I, Type II and CF via Adapter

MEASUREMENT
Range: Route Measurements: 0.18 Hz to 40 kHz
Off Route Measurements: 0.16 Hz to 40 kHz
Averaging: Programmable from 1 to 9,999.
Averaging Type: Linear, synchronous time and
continuous.
Cursor: Fixed and cursor lock. Single, harmonic and
Peak pick.
Trigger Modes: Free Run or External Trigger (Trigger
Slope and Amplitude).
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Ordering Information
Microlog Microlog
GX-M Series GX-S Series
Master Data Collector/FFT Analyzer Superior Data Collector/FFT Analyzer
The GX-M Series [CMXA 70-M-K-SL] Standard Kit Includes: The GX-S Series [CMXA 70-S-K-SL] Standard Kit Includes:

• CMXA 70-M-SL Unit, Programmed for One-Channel Route Measurements, Two- • CMXA 70-S-SL Unit, Programmed for One-Channel Route Measurements, Two-
Channel Off-Route and One or Two Plane Static or Dynamic Couple Balancing Channel Off-Route, Balancing Bump Test and Data Recorder
Application • CD-ROM, User Manuals, Utilities, Asset Information Page and Literature
• CD-ROM, User Manuals, Utilities, Asset Information Page and Literature • USB/Power Splitter Cable [CMAC 5019]
• USB/Power Splitter Cable [CMAC 5019] • Battery Pack [CMAC 5021]
• Battery Pack [CMAC 5021] • Cable, Power Cord, UL 110, US [CMVA 3351]
• Cable, Power Cord, UL 110, US [CMVA 3351] • Power Adapter/Battery Charger [CMAC 5022]
• Power Adapter/Battery Charger [CMAC 5022] • Communication Cable, 9-Pin, RS-232 [CMAC 5201]
• Communication Cable, 9-Pin, RS-232 [CMAC 5201] • Two (2) Accelerometer, Low Profile [CMSS 2200]
• Two (2) Accelerometer, Low Profile [CMSS 2200] • Two (2) Cable, Sensor, Coiled [CMAC 5209]
• Two (2) Cable, Sensor, Coiled [CMAC 5209] • Two (2) Magnetic Base Accelerometer, Medium Duty, 1-1/2” (3.81cm) Diameter
• Two (2) Magnetic Base Accelerometer, Medium Duty, 1-1/2” (3.81cm) Diameter [CMSS 908-MD]
[CMSS 908-MD] • Rubber Bump Sleeve [CMAC 5015]
• Rubber Bump Sleeve [CMAC 5015] • Hard Shell Carrying Case [CMAC 5029]
• Hard Shell Carrying Case [CMAC 5029] • Hand Strap [CMAC 5020]
• Hand Strap [CMAC 5020] • Shoulder Strap [CMAC 5010]
• Shoulder Strap [CMAC 5010] • 512 MB Secure Digital Memory Card [CMAC 5027]
• Two (2) Screen Protectors • Two (2) Screen Protectors
• Connector Cover Set with Lanyard • Connector Cover Set with Lanyard
FIELD UPGRADES TO GX-M SERIES BASE MODEL

• GX Series Bump Test Field Upgrade [CMXA 70BMP-SL]

• GX Series Data Recorder Field Upgrade [CMXA 70REC-SL]
• GX-M Series to GX-S Series Field Upgrade [CMXA 70-GXM/S-SL]
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GX Series OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Miscellaneous Accessories

Portable Data
A number of accessories are available to complement the GX • Rubber Bump Sleeve [CMAC 5015]
Series. These include: Hard Carrying Case, Shoulder Strap, • GX Series Docking Station [CMAC 5016-A]
Bump Sleeve, Docking Station, Tachometer, DC Cables,
Collector/FFT Accelerometer and Cables, USB Cable.
• Hard Shell Carrying Case [CMAC 5029]
• Hand Strap [CMAC 5020]

Analyzer Hardware • Shoulder Strap [CMAC 5010]

• Screen Protector (12 Pieces) Kit [CMAC 5004]
• Laser Tachometer Kit [CMAC 5030K]
• Connector Cover Set with Lanyard [CMAC 5017]
• Microlog Field Balancing Kit (with Optical Sensor)
[CMCP 850-01]
International Accessories
• Microlog Field Balancing Kit (with Laser Sensor)
[CMCP 850-02] NOTES: • Contact your local SKF Sales Representative for any
• AC/DC Current Clamp [CMAC 5208] export restrictions.
• Infrared Temperature Gun [CMAC 4200-SL] • The North American cord sets will be shipped with
all new units.
• Optical Phase Reference Kit [CMSS 6155AX-K-CE]
International Power Cord accessories, two (2) cord sets will be
• Laser Phase Reference Kit [CMSS 6195AX-K-CE]
provided, the standard North American power cord and the
• Triax Accelerometer Kit [CMAC 4370-K] requested International power cord.

Battery and Power Supply • Power Cord, Australia [CMAC 4222-AU]

• Power Cord, Switzerland [CMAC 4222-CH]
• Power Adapter/Battery Charger [CMAC 5022] • Power Cord, Denmark [CMAC 4222-DU]
• Battery Pack [CMAC 5021] • Power Cord, European [CMAC 4222-EUR]

Accelerometers • Power Cord, Israel [CMAC 4222-IL]

• Power Cord, Italy [CMAC 4222-IT]
• Magnetic Base Accelerometer, Medium Duty, 1-1/2” (3.81cm) • Power Cord, Japan [CMAC 4222-JP]
Diameter [CMSS 908-MD]
• Power Cord, United Kingdom [CMAC 4222-UK]
• Accelerometer, Low Profile [CMSS 2200]
• Accelerometer, CSA Rated [CMSS 797-CA]

Cables Product Support Plans

• USB/Power Splitter Cable [CMAC 5019]
One (1), Two (2) or Three (3) Year Product Support Plans. Basic,
• BNC Tachometer Input (1 Meter) [CMAC 5211] Standard and Premier Packages Available [PSP 074]
• Cable Convertor, 2-Pin Mil/BNC [CMAC 3715]
• Communication Cable, 9-Pin RS-232 [CMAC 5201]
• Power Cord, UL 110, US [CMVA 3351]
• Sensor, Coiled [CMAC 5209]
• Triaxial Accelerometer Cable for Use With Triax Accelerometer
Kit CMAC 4370-K [CMAC 5009] * For use with data recorder.

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