Vibration Analysis Calculator
Calculate vibration parameters including frequency, amplitude, velocity, and acceleration. Essential tool for predictive maintenance, machinery health monitoring, and vibration diagnostics.
Step 1: Vibration Parameters
Understanding Vibration Parameters
Frequency is the number of cycles per second (Hz). Amplitude is the maximum displacement from equilibrium. For rotating machinery, common frequencies are 1x, 2x RPM and higher harmonics.
Step 2: Equipment & Standards
Vibration Severity Guidelines
ISO 10816 provides vibration severity ranges for different machinery classes. Generally, velocities below 1.8 mm/s RMS are considered good, while above 4.5 mm/s RMS may indicate problems requiring attention.
Vibration Analysis Results
Vibration Velocity (RMS)
Equipment Vibration Standards Comparison
| Equipment Type | ISO 10816 Zone A (mm/s) | ISO 10816 Zone B (mm/s) | API Standard (mm/s) |
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Vibration Severity Zones (ISO 10816)
Zone A: Newly commissioned machines should fall within this zone.
Zone B: Machines with vibration within this zone are usually acceptable for unrestricted long-term operation.
Zone C: Machines with vibration within this zone are normally considered unsatisfactory for long-term continuous operation.
Zone D: Vibration values within this zone are normally considered to be severe enough to cause damage.
Vibration Waveform Visualization
Vibration Analysis Formulas
Velocity (RMS): v = 2πf × (A/2√2) = πfA/√2
Acceleration: a = (2πf)² × (A/2√2) = 2π²f²A/√2
Displacement (RMS): d = A/(2√2)
Where f = frequency (Hz), A = peak-to-peak amplitude (m)
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