Brand: Shinkawa

SHINKAWA VM-5T-93012-000-000-111-0/IS0/EX5 Thrust Position Module

Name: Shinkawa VM-5T Thrust Position Module – Datasheet & Quote
Brand: Shinkawa

Description

Overview

The Shinkawa VM-5T Thrust Position Module monitors axial displacement (thrust position) in rotating machinery as part of the VM-5 series machinery protection system. It provides precise measurement of shaft thrust position, helping prevent mechanical failures caused by excessive axial movement in turbines and compressors.

The module supports multiple measurement ranges including -0.5 to +0.5 mm, -1.0 to +1.0 mm, and -2.0 to +2.0 mm, and is compatible with VK-202A, VK-302P, FK-202F, and FK-602F sensors.

Engineering & Design

The VM-5T accepts signals from eddy-current displacement sensors and converts them into a measured thrust position value, displayed locally and made available as recorder outputs in 4-20mA DC, 1-5V DC, and other output forms for data logging and trending.

Alarm functions include DANGER, ALERT, and OK levels with adjustable thresholds and relay modes configurable as normally energized or de-energized. The module operates on 85-264VAC or 24VDC, providing flexibility across different plant electrical supplies.

Key Features

Thrust position monitoring for rotating machinery
Measurement ranges -0.5/+0.5, -1.0/+1.0, -2.0/+2.0 mm
Compatible with VK-202A, VK-302P, FK-202F, FK-602F sensors
DANGER, ALERT, and OK alarms with adjustable thresholds
Recorder output 4-20mA DC, 1-5V DC and others
Normally energized or de-energized relay modes
Power supply 85-264 VAC or 24 VDC

Applications

Turbine axial displacement monitoring
Compressor thrust bearing protection
Machinery protection system expansion
VM-5 rack integration with vibration and speed modules
Replacement of legacy thrust monitors

Specifications

Specification	Value
Model	VM-5T Thrust Position Module
Measurement Ranges	-0.5 to +0.5, -1.0 to +1.0, -2.0 to +2.0 mm
Sensor Compatibility	VK-202A, VK-302P, FK-202F, FK-602F
Alarm Functions	DANGER, ALERT, OK with adjustable thresholds
Recorder Output	4-20mA DC, 1-5V DC and others
Relay Modes	Normally energized or de-energized
Power Supply	85-264 VAC or 24 VDC

Axial position is one of the most critical measurements on large rotating machines, and the Shinkawa VM-5T Thrust Position Module provides it, which is why Seven Star LLC recommends it for VM-5 racks protecting turbines and compressors.

The Shinkawa VM-5T thrust position module measures the axial displacement of the shaft, and the module covers the thrust position of the turbine rotor.

The Shinkawa VM-5T thrust position monitor measures the axial displacement of the rotor against the thrust bearing of the turbine and the compressor. The eddy current probe is mounted in the axial direction at the bearing housing, and the gap voltage is converted into the position reading on the front panel. The monitor drives the alarm relays with the two independent set points for the alert and the trip level of the machine.

The VM-5T monitor provides the linear gap readout for the axial position of the rotor and includes the bar graph display for the quick judgement of the machine state. The two relay set points are programmed independently for the thrust warning and the trip, and the dead band prevents the chattering of the alarm at the set point. The monitor is used together with the VM-5K vibration cards in the same rack of the compressor train.

Why Seven Star LLC

Seven Star LLC supplies the Shinkawa VM-5T Thrust Position Module for machinery protection systems across the Gulf, with complete documentation and configuration guidance. Our specialists assist with sensor selection, measurement range configuration, and alarm set point planning.

We support VM-5 system expansion and spare programmes for turbine and compressor monitoring in power, oil and gas, and industrial plants.

Measurement & Protection

The selectable measurement ranges from -0.5/+0.5 mm up to -2.0/+2.0 mm allow the module to be matched to the machine’s expected thrust travel, and the VK/FK sensor compatibility covers the standard eddy-current probe families used in TSI practice. The recorder outputs preserve the thrust trend for diagnostics.

Thrust position alarms protect the thrust bearing, one of the most failure-prone components of turbomachinery, and the DANGER/ALERT structure gives operators early warning before mechanical damage occurs.

Configuring the Module for the Machine

A thrust monitor is only as good as its reference. The measuring range should be chosen from the thrust bearing float of the machine and the manufacturer’s alarm recommendations, and the zero point set with the rotor pushed to a defined position, usually against the active thrust face, during a mechanical check with the machine stopped. Record the direction convention (toward or away from the probe) so that positive and negative readings are interpreted consistently by operators and the DCS.

Thrust Monitor Commissioning and Alarm Testing

With the sensors installed and gapped, verify the displayed position against a dial indicator while the rotor is moved axially, where the machine allows it. Then set the ALERT and DANGER levels in both directions, choose the relay mode that matches the plant’s trip philosophy, and test each relay through to the annunciator or shutdown system. Confirm that the recorder output scaling at the DCS or data logger matches the configured range.

Troubleshooting

Not-OK indication – sensor gap outside the linear range, cable fault or loose connector
Reading jumps after maintenance – probe re-gapped without re-zeroing the module
Slow trend toward alarm – possible thrust bearing wear; compare with bearing temperatures before acting
Output mismatch at the DCS – scaling or output type configured differently at each end

Applications in Oman and the GCC

Steam and gas turbines, centrifugal compressors and large pumps in the region’s power, desalination and gas facilities rely on thrust monitoring to protect the thrust bearing. Seven Star LLC supplies the Shinkawa VM-5T thrust position module together with related VM-5 cards and probes, with the full model code checked against the installed rack before dispatch.

Request a Quote for SHINKAWA VM-5T-93012-000-000-111-0/IS0/EX5 Thrust Position Module

For the Shinkawa VM-5T Thrust Position Module, VM-5 axial displacement monitor or any related control and instrumentation requirement, contact the Seven Star LLC team. Submit a formal inquiry through our RFQ page with your measurement range, connection and configuration, and our specialists will respond with a detailed commercial proposal and the official Shinkawa documentation.

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About brand

Turbine and compressor trains in many Asian-built power and process plants are protected by Shinkawa vibration monitoring. Shinkawa Electric Co., Ltd. of Tokyo makes eddy current displacement transducers, vibration sensors and rack-based monitors for rotating machinery. Seven Star LLC lists Shinkawa VM-5 and VM-700 series monitor modules, sensors and converters, and sources them by full model code for machinery protection systems in Oman.

Shinkawa company profile

Roots	1927. Incorporated as Shinkawa Electric Co., Ltd. in 1951
Head office	Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Sensors	Displacement and vibration transducers made since 1977. Development and manufacture are at Shinkawa Sensor Technology (founded 1994) in Hiroshima
Product families	Eddy current proximity probes with drivers (converters), velocity and acceleration sensors, LVDTs, and machinery protection monitors and condition monitoring systems
Typical machines	Steam and gas turbines, generators, centrifugal compressors, large pumps and fans

Milestones

1927: The business that became Shinkawa starts in Japan.
1951: Incorporated as Shinkawa Electric Co., Ltd.
1977: Displacement and vibration transducers are first made.
1994: Shinkawa Sensor Technology is founded in Hiroshima for sensor development and manufacture.

Shinkawa monitors and sensors listed

Series	Function	Listed models
VM-5 rack	Machinery protection monitor system	VM-5K dual vibration, VM-5T thrust position, VM-5S tachometer, VM-5F temperature, VM-5P3 phase marker
VM-5 system modules	Relays, power, rack and communication	VM-5Y1 and VM-5Y7 relays, VM-5Z1 power supply, VM-5W1 rack, VM-53 communication
VM-700 series	Compact stand-alone vibration monitors	VM-701B, VM-704B, VM-741B, VM-751B1
VK series (VL model codes)	Eddy current displacement sensors	VL-202A08R, VL-452A11A
Converters	Probe drivers and signal converters	2M04-500

Shinkawa's current catalog also shows the FK transducer series and the VM-7 monitor. This matters when an older part has to be matched with a present-day equivalent.

How a Shinkawa protection chain works

An eddy current probe sits a set distance from the shaft. Its driver (converter) turns the gap into a voltage, and the monitor turns that voltage into vibration, thrust position or speed values with alert and danger set points. The probe, extension cable and driver are calibrated together for one total system length and one target material, usually AISI 4140 shaft steel. Changing one part without matching the other two shifts the calibration. The monitor relays feed the turbine or compressor trip logic, and buffered outputs go to analysis systems. Many protection systems of this kind are specified to API 670.

Where Shinkawa vibration monitoring is used

Shinkawa systems measure shaft vibration, axial (thrust) position, speed, phase reference and bearing temperature on steam turbines, gas turbines, generators, compressors, pumps and fans. In the GCC they are found mainly in power stations, desalination plants, refineries and petrochemical units with Japanese or Korean machinery packages.

Ordering Shinkawa parts: what we need

Shinkawa model codes are long and every field counts. A monitor code such as VM-5K-411512-000-000-111-0/IS0/EX5 defines the input type, range, options and suffix codes, so copy the complete string from the module label, including everything after the slashes. For sensors, send the VL or FK model code, probe tip diameter, cable length and the matching driver or converter model, since the probe, extension cable and driver work as a calibrated set. A serial number and a photo of the label help us confirm the item in the manufacturer's documentation. Where a model is no longer produced, we propose the successor the manufacturer names.

Facts checked against Shinkawa Electric company information and product documentation, October 2026.

Browse Shinkawa products by category: Vibration.

FAQ

Questions about the SHINKAWA VM-5T-93012-000-000-111-0/IS0/EX5 Thrust

Answers from our engineering team on installation, compatibility and integration.

01What does the VM-5T monitor?

It monitors axial displacement (thrust position) in rotating machinery, helping prevent failures caused by excessive axial movement.

02Which measurement ranges are available?

Ranges include -0.5 to +0.5 mm, -1.0 to +1.0 mm, and -2.0 to +2.0 mm.

03Which sensors does it support?

It is compatible with VK-202A, VK-302P, FK-202F, and FK-602F sensors.

04What alarm functions does it provide?

It provides DANGER, ALERT, and OK alarms with adjustable thresholds and relay modes configurable as normally energized or de-energized.

05What recorder output is available?

Recorder outputs of 4-20mA DC, 1-5V DC, and other forms are provided for data logging.