API STD 670
Vibration, Axial Position, and Bearing Temperature Monitoring Systems
| Organization: | API |
| Publication Date: | 1 January 1993 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 72 |
scope:
1.1 Scope
This standard covers the minimum requirements for monitoring radial shaft vibration, casing vibration, shaft axial position, and bearing temperatures. It outlines a standardized monitoring system and covers requirements for hardware (sensors and instruments), installation, testing, and arrangement.
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