Vibration/Accelerometer Sensors

Wireless Vibration/Accelerometer Sensors for the Industrial IoT

These industrial wireless vibration/accelerometer sensors are part of the Leap Sensors® system. It is THE industrial wireless sensor system designed from the ground up to meet the specific, challenging needs of industrial & commercial users. Get better process control, failure prevention, safety improvement, automated auditing. Make the leap to the Industrial IoT – talk to an expert today.

  • Long-life battery (up to 7 years, depending on application).
  • Wireless vibration monitoring and more – temperature, amps, humidity, etc.
  • Multiple sensors per module keep cost down.
  • Easy to install in 5 minutes or less. Receive alerts via cellphone, laptop, or other mobile device.

Learn more about the Leap Sensors system.


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See in-depth vibration video below.
  • Vibration sensor can measure G-forces . Vibration sensor takes a simple yet highly effective approach in monitoring maximum and average g-force trends of +/-16G and can sample at up to 5 KHz on all 3 axes. The accelerometer has optional advanced on-board edge computing FFT capabilities. Customized options include vibration, tilt, and shock events. Up to 8 vibration modules can be attached to one transceiver node.  The vibration module also includes a temperature sensor.

    Video Demonstration and Tutorial

    wireless motor monitor video demonstration

    Transceiver Node Configuration

    Vibration+Temperature Modules:  The number of vibration/temperature modules (1-8) connected to the Vibration Transceiver Node can be selected on the vibration module page. Build your quote here:
  • This unique motor sensor combines 3 different sensors in one multi-sensor node: temperature, vibration, and electrical current. Get continuous remote monitoring of these key predictors of motor failure. Receive alerts via text, email, or phone. Avoid costly downtime and gain operating insight. It's like having X-ray vision into your key processes.

    Video Demonstration and Tutorial - Wireless Motor and Rotating Equipment Sensor - Vibration, Temperature, Electric Current

    wireless motor monitor video demonstration
    • The only system currently available that combines all three types sensors on one transceiver node. Get sophisticated monitoring at a real-world price.
    • Installs quickly & safely: temperature sensor and vibration sensor (accelerometer) install quickly with industrial-strength magnets or screw mount. Current sensor is a split-core amp clamp.
    • The standard vibration sensor takes a simple yet highly effective and proven approach by sampling at 5KHz and edge-computing the data to report RMS acceleration, RMS velocity, and peak acceleration.
    • Store data & manage alerts with our SensorManager.com software, or integrate into your own PLC or other software.
    This motor condition monitoring sensor is ideal for an IoT predictive maintenance program or condition-based monitoring & maintenance.   Part of the breakthrough Leap Sensors® system for the IIoT. Build your quote here:
  • This vibration and temperature module connects over the CAN bus to the Wireless Motor Monitor transceiver node and send temperature and vibration data.   Part of the breakthrough Leap Sensors® system for the IIoT.   Build your quote here:
  • This Leap vibration and temperature device node could not be easier to install. The ultra-strong magnet mounts the device node to the equipment in seconds.  Vibration and temperature is conducted through the magnet to the accelerometer and temperature sensor. Ideal for monitoring large gearboxes, bearings, and motors to detect impending failures. Part of the breakthrough Leap Sensors® system.   Build your quote here:

Frequently Asked Questions about Vibration/Accelerometer Sensors

The user will configure the wireless transceiver node to wake-up every X minutes and take readings.  Typically this is every 15 minutes.

The vibration sensor is activated and it runs for 3 seconds – taking readings on the X, Y, and Z axis at 5000 Hz on each axis.

The 45,000 vibration data points are then edge processed into metrics that are proven to indicate problematic changes in machine vibration.  The X and Y axis are combined to report a “radial” or “rotating” direction.  The Z axis is used to report the axial vibration that is parallel with the motor shaft.

The data is then edge processed into metrics for radial and axial vibration.

  • RMS acceleration weights the higher frequencies – friction, rubbing, grinding
  • RMS velocity weights the lower frequencies – misalignment or fatigue, unbalance, belt issue, poor mounting
  • Peak acceleration will detect serious impact forces such as bearing defects and chipped gear teeth
  • Crest Factor – Instability usually from impulses

One, or all, of these vibration metrics will typically increase from its baseline level to 2X normal baseline levels when failure happens.  Alerts are typically set at 1.5X baseline levels.

Yes.  Talk to one of our experts to find a good first-application to try a wireless sensor.  We will work with you to configure a proof of concept system for you that will be low-cost and easy to install. We will provide a detailed quote with photos and an estimated ROI that you can share with the purchase decision-maker.

Also, ask for a log-in to our demonstration system to give the system a try over the internet.

After a great first experience, the Leap system can support every type of industrial use case imaginable.

In most use cases, the battery will last 3 to 5 years in a motor monitoring application where the transceiver node has multiple sensors.

Yes. This node can support up to 16 vibration nodes (on one daisy-chained cable).  Each of these vibration nodes has a temperature sensor also.

There is also an option to add one or two thermocouples and one to three electric current transformers. Contact us to talk to an expert.

One gateway can handle up to 60 device nodes.  After that, more gateways can be added to expand the system.

A Range Extender can be used, if needed, to pass the signal from a far-away sensor node.

We offer a wide range of options for the software and data hosting:

  • On a single-board computer inside the gateway connected to a PC or your local area network (behind your fire wall).  A great option to get started.
  • Software deployed on your local server
  • Software on our cloud – or your private cloud.

No.  We have options where you own the software and database and have full control of it.  A one-time purchase for locally hosted software is an option.

Yes – we have several options to pass data from our database to your software or PLC.  Popular options are our Modbus interface or our web API.  Contact us and we can explain all the options.

Common Applications for Vibration/Accelerometer Sensors

  • Wireless vibration sensor for monitoring remote equipment
  • Wireless motor monitor with wireless temperature sensor and current transformer
  • Remote wireless pump sensor monitor
  • Wireless motor vibration sensor for remote equipment
  • Wireless compressor sensor for predictive maintenance
  • IoT wireless vibration sensor
  • Wireless temperature and vibration sensor applications
  • Wireless vibration sensor alarm
  • Wireless MEMS vibration sensor for industrial equipment
  • Wireless motor current transformer
  • Equipment and motor overheat alarm
  • Condition monitoring vibration sensor for remote rotating equipment
  • Web-based online vibration monitoring
  • Pump vibration monitoring
  • Contract vibration monitoring service
  • Electric motor overheating sensor
  • Motor predictive maintenance
  • Rotating equipment maintenance
  • IoT predictive maintenance technology and solutions
Using Wireless Sensor Data to Detect Impending Failures

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