10 Best Vibration Meters

Understanding the sequence and series of vibrations is essential for use in power plants and automobiles. In these places, the presence or absence of some vibration portrays whether the unit is working properly or not. The vibration meters can measure vibrational velocity, acceleration, oscillations in machines and installations.

You can find some of the best vibration meters below.

Smart Sensor Vibration Meters ($429.00)

This vibration meter by Smart Sensor is widely used in the fields of power, petrochemical, machinery and metallurgy. The unit uses piezoelectric ceramic accelerometers (shear type) for vibration pickup and has the following features:

1. Acceleration: 0.1~199.9 m/s ² peak
2. Velocity: 0.1~199.9 mm/s RMS
3. Displacement: 0.001~1.999 mm p-p.
4. Accuracy: ±5% ±2digits

They come in the following frequency ranges:

1. Acceleration: 10 Hz~ 1 kHz
2. 1 kHz ~ 15 kHz
3. Velocity: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz
4. Displacement: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz

You have the option to select the measurement mode. The unit shuts itself off automatically when not in use. It also has a backlit display.

Available here.

Benetech Vibration Meter ($142.00)

This vibration analyzer has the following measurement ranges.

1. Acceleration: 0.1~199.9 m/s
2. Peak Velocity: 0.1~199.9 m/s
3. Displacement: 0.001~1.999 mm (P-P)

The unit has a backlight and gives temperature readings in Fahrenheit. It comes equipped with incredibly useful sensors for accurate measurement.

Available here.

Extech Vibration Meter ($791.01)

This heavy-duty vibration meter measures the velocity, displacement, and acceleration of any unit. You can custom select your units. The remote vibration sensor lies at the end of 2 meters cable. It features 5% basic accuracy with a frequency range of 10Hz to 1 kHz. The unit also stores and recalls up to 500 readings. These captured readings can be downloaded to your PC for further analysis. 

Technical Specifications:

1. Velocity range: 7.87 in/s or 200 mm/s
2. Acceleration range: 656 ft/s or 200 m/s
3. Displacement range: 0.078 in or 2 mm.

Available here.

Tereninstruments Vibration Meter ($403.79)

This high-quality vibration tester comes with a wide frequency range in rotating machines. You can use headphones as an electronic stethoscope and view the specified parameters of velocity, acceleration, and displacement in a single display. This three axis piezoelectric accelerometer gives manual output. It has a manual ON/OFF switch and a low battery indicator.

Technical Specifications:

1. Acceleration: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz and 10 Hz ~ 10 kHz
2. Velocity: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz
3. Displacement: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz
4. Accuracy: 5 % of reading + 2 digits

Available here.

Tereninstruments Vibration Meter ($283.99)

This unit is ideally used for periodic measurements. It can detect imbalance, misalignment and other mechanical issues in rotating machines. It can display displacement, velocity, and acceleration simultaneously. The headphones can be used as a stethoscope. It has a manual and auto power ON/OFF.

Technical Specifications:

1. Acceleration: 0.1~400 m/s²
2. Velocity: 0.01~400 mm/s
3. Displacement: 0.001~4.0 mm
4. Frequency: 5 Hz ~ 1 kHz
   Frequency Range:
5. Acceleration: 10 Hz ~ 10 kHz
6. Velocity: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz
7. Displacement: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz

Available here.

Extech Vibration Meter ($1049.00)

This meter has a remote vibration sensor with a magnetic adapter at the end of the 1.2m long cable. It has a wide frequency range of 10Hz to 1 kHz. The data logger stores readings on an SD card in Excel format for easy reading. It features a basic accuracy of ±(5% + 2 digits) and has RMS, peak value, and max hold measurement modes. The package comes with

1. Remote sensor
2. Magnetic mount
3. 6 x AA batteries
4. SD card
5. Hard carrying case

Available here.

Tereninstruments Vibration Meter ($603.99)

This piezoelectric vibration meter is utilized for periodic measurements, to detect an imbalance, misalignment, and other mechanical faults in rotating machines.

Technical Specifications:

1. Acceleration: 0.1-400.0 m/s Equivalent Peak
2. Velocity: 0.01-400.0 mm/s True RMS
3. Displacement: 0.001-4.000 mm Equivalent Peak-Peak

Frequency Range:

1. Acceleration: 10 Hz ~ 10 kHz
2. Velocity: 10 Hz ~1 kHz
3. Displacement: 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz

The unit has a low battery indicator and a manual power ON/OFF. The package comes with

1. Main Unit
2. Magnetic Suction Seat
3. Piezoelectric Transducer
4. Probe (Cone)
5. Probe (Spherical)
6. Carrying Case
7. Manual Boo

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Monarch Instrument Vibration Meters ($1046.51)

This unit can be utilized as a vibration meter for measuring anomalies in the balance, bearing defects, pumps, compressors, and fans. The Examiner 1000 is designed for ease-of-use in condition-based maintenance programs. It is an ideal tool to begin a predictive maintenance program. It comes with FFT data collectors and has an analysis software.

Available here.

Adash Vibration Meter ($3995.00)

This vibration meter allows the user to perform necessary vibro-diagnostics measurements like lubrication assessment, identification of mechanical defects and bearing conditions. Many measurements are processed automatically. This unique meter will automatically detect machinery faults. It has 4 MB of memory for storage that allows you to perform route measurements. It comes with a magnet, coiled cables, and a quality piezoelectric sensor.

Available here.

Fluke Vibration Meters ($7570.55)

This handheld vibration tester has four security levels which help you optimize and prioritize maintenance work. It also advises technicians on corrective actions and provides real-time tips and guidance to new users. The unit has 2 GB expandable onboard memory to provide you with enough space for your machinery’s data. The self-test function ensures optimal performance. The tri-axial accelerometer reduces measurement time by 2/3 when compared to single axis accelerometers. 

Available here.
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