Installation with Treon Bolt Mount Adapter

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Introduction - Treon Bolt Mount Adapter

With the Treon Bolt Mount Adapter, the Treon Industrial Node X is directly attached to the machine surface. This minimizes the vibration transmission route for best measurement quality. Manual alignment of the Industrial Node X is not possible with this installation method.

This installation method requires a flat surface of at least 31.7 mm or 1.25 in diameter, and a hole for an M6×1 or M8×1.25 bolt with at least 9 mm or 0.35 in depth of threading.

Applies to: Treon Industrial Node X
Adapter: Treon Bolt Mount Adapter
Use when: You can tap/drill a mounting hole on a completely flat, smooth surface and manual alignment is not necessary.

Specifications

Parameter	Value
Bonding	M6×1 or M8×1.25 bolt
Minimum mounting surface diameter	31.7 mm (1.25 in)
Minimum thread hole depth	9 mm (0.35 in)
Total height (Node + adapter)	88 mm (3.46 in)
Curved surface	No
Uneven surface	No
Allows manual orientation	No
Frequency response (vibration)	Excellent
Temperature response (steady‑state)	Good
Fast temperature change response	Good
Affects magnetometer measurements	No

Requirements

For this installation method you will need:

Treon Industrial Node X.
Treon Bolt Mount Adapter.
Tap/drill M6×1 or M8×1.25 bolt of minimum 9 mm or 0.35 in depth.
Torque wrench capable of applying 20 Nm.
Cleaning materials (degreaser/isopropyl alcohol, lint‑free wipes).
Personal protective equipment (PPE) as per site rules.

Safety & Preparation

Isolate an/or turn off the asset and other equipment in close proximity if required by your site procedures.
Select a flat, smooth area larger than the sensor base close to the measurement point and away from resonant/loose parts.
Clean the surface thoroughly; remove paint, rust, oil, and debris.
Verify there is sufficient thickness in the asset’s material for the tapped hole.

Step-by-step installation guide

Step 1: Drill mounting hole

Start with carefully drilling an M6×1 or M8×1.25 hole into the machine surface at the location you have chosen for the measurements. Please consider carefully where you drill the hole. If you are unsure, please consult the manual of the machine or the manufacturer.

Be sure to drill the hole with the correct alignment to the machine. For most uses, an exact angle of 90° to the plane will be the right choice.

The minimum required thread hole depth to drill is 9 mm or 0.35 in.

Step 2: Clean the surface

After drilling, clean the machine surface thoroughly.

Step 3: Attach mounting bolt to adapter

Attach the mounting bolt to the Treon Bolt Adapter by carefully screwing it in with a screwdriver. Choose the M6×1 bolt if you drilled an M6 hole and the M8×1.25 bolt if you drilled an M8 hole.

Step 4: Tighten adapter to node

Place the Treon Bolt Adapter with the attached mounting bolt on the Treon Industrial Node X and carefully screw it in.

Use a socket wrenches to tighten the connection.

Step 5: Attach to machinery

Now screw the Treon Industrial Node X with attached Treon Bolt Adapter into the M6 or M8 hole on the asset’s surface.

Optionally a threadlocker can be used if needed to secure the device in place.

Step 6: Tighten

Now set your torque wrench with a spanner size of 34 mm to a tightness of 20 Nm (Newton metres) and carefully tighten the Treon Industrial Node X to the machine.

Verification

Confirm axis alignment marks match the intended directions.
Run a quick measurement and validate expected directional sensitivity.

The Treon Industrial Node X is now fully installed!

Troubleshooting

Error: The surface has paint.

If possible, remove all paint from the asset's surface. Make sure to consult the asset manufacturer's manual or contact the manufacturer directly if unsure.

Error: The asset cannot be turned off.

In case the asset cannot be turned off for installation of the Treon Industrial Node X, please proceed with caution and take all safety protocols at the deployment site into account.

Error: Cannot drill hole

In case it is not possible to drill an M6 or M8 hole with 9mm depth, please choose another installation method.

Error: I over tightened the node.

Cannot be overtightened?

Error: The asset was damaged.

If at any point it seems like the asset was damaged during the installation process, please consult the machine's repair manual or contact the manufacturer for further instructions on how to conduct the repair.

Disclaimer

Treon is not responsible for any damage, injury, or malfunction resulting from the installation or use of the Treon Industrial Node X.

Installation must be performed by qualified personnel.

Any issues arising from incorrect installation, improper handling, or use outside the specified guidelines are the sole responsibility of the installer or end user.

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