Bently Nevada 16710-45 16710 Series Armored Cable Complete Guide

Bently Nevada 16710-45 is a precision-engineered, armored interconnect cable designed for reliable signal transmission in industrial vibration monitoring applications. As a key member of the 16710 Series Armored Cable family, this 45-foot (13.7-meter) cable provides the critical electrical connection between accelerometers, seismic transmitters, and Bently Nevada monitoring systems such as the 3300 XL and 3500 Series .

Manufactured in the USA by Bently Nevada (a Baker Hughes brand), the 16710-45 features robust stainless steel armor construction that delivers superior mechanical protection against crushing, abrasion, and physical damage in harsh industrial environments . The 45-foot length makes it an ideal solution for installations requiring extended cable runs where sensors are located remotely from monitoring racks or junction boxes.

Key Features & Benefits

1. Extended Length for Remote Installations

The 45-foot (13.7-meter) length of the 16710-45 provides extended reach for applications where vibration sensors must be located at a distance from monitoring equipment . This makes it particularly valuable for:

Large rotating machinery with remote monitoring racks

Installations requiring sensors on elevated equipment

Facilities where junction boxes are located away from machine trains

Retrofit applications requiring extended cable runs

2. Rugged Stainless Steel Armor

The defining feature of the 16710-45 is its stainless steel armor construction, which provides:

Maximum protection against crushing and impact damage

Resistance to abrasion from vibration and mechanical wear

Protection from sharp edges and cutting hazards

Enhanced durability in high-traffic industrial areas

Superior performance in outdoor and exposed installations

3. Superior Signal Integrity

The cable utilizes 3-conductor shielded construction with 22 AWG tinned copper conductors:

Shielding Type: Braid shield for excellent EMI/RFI protection

Conductor Material: Tinned copper for corrosion resistance

Insulation: High-grade PVC or polyurethane for temperature tolerance

4. Standardized Termination

The 16710-45 features consistent, reliable terminations:

Sensor End: 3-socket MIL-C-5015 style plug for secure connection to Bently Nevada accelerometers

Monitor End: Terminal ring lugs for reliable termination at monitoring systems, PLCs, or DCS

5. Wide Operating Temperature Range

Designed for extreme industrial environments:

Operating Range: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)

6. System Compatibility

Engineered for seamless integration with:

3300 XL Series monitoring systems

3500 Series monitoring systems (3500/42, etc.)

330400 and 330425 Accelerometers

177230 Series seismic transmitters

Various 3-wire seismic transmitters

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification

Model Number 16710-45

Series 16710 Armored Interconnect Cable

Cable Length 45 feet (13.7 meters)

Cable Type 3-conductor shielded, stainless steel armored

Wire Gauge 22 AWG (0.5 mm²)

Conductor Material Tinned copper

Number of Conductors 3 (plus shield)

Connector End A 3-socket MIL-C-5015 style plug

Connector End B Terminal ring lugs

Shielding Braid shield for EMI/RFI protection

Armor Type Stainless steel armor

Jacket Material PVC / Polyurethane

Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)

Voltage Rating 300V

Current Rating 5A per conductor

Compliance API 670, ISO 20816