What the Co-Pilot™ External Vibration Sensor Does
The Co-Pilot™ EVS is a standalone monitoring sensor built with a stainless-steel composite housing and equipped with advanced sensing technology. It features:
- 3-axis vibration sensing (x, y, z) for complete machine motion analysis
- Magnetic field sensing for accurate RPM tracking
- Temperature monitoring for early thermal stress detection
These inputs allow the EVS to continuously evaluate machine health. Using built-in computing, it can identify issues such as imbalance, bearing faults, cavitation, and slip, and automatically alert operators to potential failures before they occur.
Built for Real-World Conditions
Rugged and reliable, the Co-Pilot™ EVS is built to thrive in demanding industrial environments. Its IP68-rated stainless-steel enclosure resists corrosion, dirt, and chemicals, while remaining fully submersible up to 10 meters. With a standard 12-meter shielded cable, it’s ideal for submersible pumps, remote motors, or any hard-to-reach installation site.
The combination of durability and intelligence makes it a powerful tool for operators across industries—from agriculture and food processing to mining, water transfer, and municipal systems.
Seamless Integration with Existing Systems
The EVS communicates via Modbus (RS-485), one of the most widely adopted industrial communication protocols. This ensures that it can easily be added to existing SCADA systems or integrated with Cornell Co-Pilot™ or PMG devices for remote data access and analysis.
With Modbus connectivity, plant engineers and technicians can:
- Access real-time machine data remotely
- Set dynamic alerts for multiple vibration or temperature parameters
- Track operational cycles, start/stop intervals, and total run time
This streamlined integration reduces maintenance costs, supports predictive maintenance programs, and helps avoid unplanned shutdowns.
Smart Features and Technical Excellence
The EVS incorporates intelligent computing to transform raw sensor data into clear, actionable insights. Among its core analytical capabilities are:
- Slip and unbalance detection
- Bearing and gear mesh fault recognition
- Cavitation and vibration RMS tracking
- Dynamic alerting and multi-parameter fault alarms
Four dual-color LED indicators on the sensor provide quick status updates for power, rotation, Modbus communication, and system alarms—making troubleshooting simple even in the field.
Technical highlights include:
- Power supply: 12–24 VDC, 60 mA
- Operating temperature: -40°C to +90°C
- Vibration range: 0–7.8 in/sec (0–200 mm/sec)
- Magnetic field range: 0–2,000 µT
- Temperature measurement: -40°C to +110°C
Applications Across Industries
From irrigation systems and food processing lines to municipal wastewater and industrial slurry applications, the Co-Pilot™ EVS enhances Cornell Pump’s commitment to efficiency and reliability. It empowers operators to see problems before they happen, keeping systems running longer, safer, and smarter.
Efficient by Design — Backed by Cornell
Like all Cornell products, the Co-Pilot™ External Vibration Sensor reflects the company’s dedication to efficiency by design. Designed and integrated with RPM2 software in Clackamas, Oregon, and backed by decades of pump engineering expertise, the EVS is another step forward in digital monitoring technology that ensures every Cornell system performs at its peak.
To learn more or get started with Co-Pilot™, visit cornellpump.com/co-pilot.
