Vibration Monitoring 200-582-500-013 / RPS6U is a rack power supply used with VM600 / VM600Mk2 machinery protection and condition monitoring systems. The unit is installed in an ABE04x 19-inch, 6U system rack and supplies the rack and installed monitoring cards through the rack backplane.
The 200-582-500-013 is an RPS6U rack-mounted power supply within the VM600/VM600Mk2 machinery monitoring platform.
It should not be confused with a vibration sensor, a signal conditioner, a monitoring card, or a CPU module. The RPS6U is the rack-level power supply that provides the DC supply rails for the monitoring cards installed in the VM600 system rack.
| Parameter | Product Information |
|---|---|
| Model | RPS6U |
| Part Number | 200-582-500-013 |
| Product Type | Rack Power Supply |
| System Application | Machinery Protection / Condition Monitoring |
| Rack | ABE04x |
| Rack Format | 19-inch / 6U |
| Input Family | AC-input RPS6U |
| Nominal AC Input | 115 / 230 VAC |
| DC Input Capability | Depending on associated rear-panel configuration |
| Output Rails | +5 VDC, +12 VDC, -12 VDC |
| Maximum Output Power | 330 W for later RPS6U versions |
| Installation | Front of VM600 / VM600Mk2 rack |
| Rack Interface | High-current connectors to rack backplane |
| Condition | New |
| Origin | Switzerland |
| Dimension | 35*25*8cm |
| Weight | 2.45kg |
| HS code | 8504902000 |
Main Functions
Rack Power Supply
The primary function of the RPS6U is to convert the applicable external power input into the DC supply rails required by the VM600 rack.
The main output rails are:
+5 VDC
+12 VDC
-12 VDC
These supplies are distributed to the installed VM600 monitoring modules through the rack backplane.
VM600 Rack Power Distribution
The RPS6U works together with the ABE04x rack and its associated rear-panel assembly. It is therefore important to check the complete rack power configuration when replacing an existing unit.
Single or Dual Power Supply Configuration
An ABE04x rack can be configured with one or two RPS6U power supplies.
A single later-generation 330 W RPS6U can supply the power requirements of a full rack under the manufacturer's specified conditions.
Two RPS6U units may be installed when the system requires power redundancy or when the rack configuration requires additional available power under environmental conditions involving output-power derating.
Compatible Systems
VM600 Machinery Protection System
The RPS6U is used in the Vibro-Meter VM600 machinery protection and condition/performance monitoring platform.
Typical associated VM600 components include:
MPC4 Machinery Protection Card
RLC16 Relay Card
IOCN Interface Card
ABE04x System Rack
RPS6U Rack Power Supply
The RPS6U provides the rack-level power required by these installed modules rather than performing their individual monitoring functions.
Typical Applications
The 200-582-500-013 RPS6U is typically found in industrial machinery monitoring installations such as:
Steam turbine monitoring
Gas turbine monitoring
Generator monitoring
Compressor monitoring
Pump monitoring
Motor-driven machinery
Rotating equipment monitoring
Machinery protection systems
Condition monitoring systems
Industrial process equipment
Power generation equipment
Petrochemical installations
Continuous machinery monitoring systems
The RPS6U itself does not acquire vibration signals. Instead, it provides the rack power required by the monitoring electronics responsible for vibration, position, speed, and other machinery parameters.
Related / Associated Models
RPS6U Family:
| Part Number Family | Version | Nominal Input | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200-582-500-02h | RPS6U AC | 115 / 230 VAC | VM600 |
| 200-582-500-12h | RPS6U AC | 115 / 230 VAC | VM600Mk2 |
| 200-582-200-02h | RPS6U 24 DC | 24 VDC | VM600 |
| 200-582-200-12h | RPS6U 24 DC | 24 VDC | VM600Mk2 |
| 200-582-600-02h | RPS6U 110 DC | 110 VDC | VM600 |
| 200-582-600-12h | RPS6U 110 DC | 110 VDC | VM600Mk2 |
| 200-582-500-013 | RPS6U AC | AC-input family | Specific supplied part |
The manufacturer's ordering table uses "h" as a hardware-version identifier. The documentation notes that incremental hardware versions represent minor modifications without affecting product interchangeability within the applicable family.
Important Replacement Note
200-582-500-013 should not be replaced solely because another unit is also marked RPS6U.
Before selecting an alternative, verify:
Exact part number
Hardware version
AC or DC input
Existing VM600 / VM600Mk2 rack
ABE04x rack configuration
Rear-panel type
Required input voltage
Number of RPS6U units installed
Redundant or non-redundant configuration
For example, the 200-582-200 family is a 24 VDC-input version and the 200-582-600 family is a 110 VDC-input version; these should not be treated as direct AC-input substitutes without checking the system architecture.
Why Verify the Exact RPS6U Part Number?
RPS6U is a product family rather than a single universal electrical configuration.
The manufacturer lists:
200-582-500-x → AC-input RPS6U
200-582-200-x → 24 VDC-input RPS6U
200-582-600-x → 110 VDC-input RPS6U
Therefore, replacing an existing RPS6U should involve more than checking the model name.
The customer's existing:
Part Number + Hardware Version + Rack + Rear Panel + Input Voltage
should be checked together.
This is particularly important for VM600 machinery protection systems where the rack power supply is part of the overall system infrastructure.
Individual Testing for Each Product
Every Vibration Monitoring 200-582-500-013 / RPS6U can be individually inspected and tested before shipment.
As an industrial automation spare parts supplier, we do not rely solely on standard product specifications. For applicable products, our team can perform an individual test on the actual unit prepared for your order to verify its identification, physical condition, and basic operating status before dispatch.
The individual testing process may include:
Part number and model verification
Nameplate and hardware version verification
Visual inspection of the housing and connectors
Power-on inspection
Output voltage measurement
Indicator status verification
Basic functional testing according to the available test conditions
Test photographs and records
This provides an additional verification step between product identification and shipment, helping customers confirm that the supplied unit corresponds to the quoted part number and has passed the applicable pre-shipment inspection.
Need individual testing for your order?
Please mention "Individual Testing Required" when sending your RFQ. We can confirm the available test items and provide the corresponding test information before shipment.
DC backplate
(a) Standard DC version (ordering number (PNR): 200-582-920-NHh)
(b) DC version (ordering number (PNR): 200-582-993-NHh)
(c) DC version with earth terminal (ordering number (PNR): 200-582-922-NHh)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does RPS6U do?
A: RPS6U supplies the VM600 rack and installed monitoring cards with the required DC power rails through the rack backplane.
Q: What rack uses RPS6U?
A: The RPS6U is installed in an ABE04x 19-inch, 6U VM600/VM600Mk2 system rack.
Q: Can one rack use two RPS6U units?
A: Yes. One or two RPS6U units can be installed. Two units may be configured for redundancy or used to provide additional power capacity where required by system and environmental conditions.
Q: Can 200-582-200-013 replace 200-582-500-013?
A: Not automatically. The 200-582-200 family is associated with the 24 VDC-input RPS6U version, whereas 200-582-500 is the AC-input family. The complete rack and rear-panel configuration must be checked first.
Q: Can you provide actual product photos?
A: Yes. Actual front, side, connector, nameplate, and packaging photographs can be provided for the specific unit available for the order.
Q: What information should I provide for an RFQ?
A: Please provide:
Part Number: 200-582-500-013
Quantity:
Destination:
Required Delivery Date:
Condition Required: New / Other
Existing Nameplate Photo: Recommended for replacement projects
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