Turbine Engine / Rotating Machine Vibration & Balancing
Maximize the performance and longevity of your turbine engines and rotating machinery with MTI Instruments vibration and balancing systems. Engineered for precision, these tools are essential for identifying and resolving vibration issues that could otherwise lead to costly repairs and downtime. Whether you’re in the aviation, military, or industrial sectors, our cutting-edge solutions provide real-time diagnostics, ensuring your machinery operates at peak efficiency.
Our turbine engine / rotating machine vibration monitoring and balancing tools deliver unmatched accuracy and reliability. These systems are designed to simplify complex tasks, offering quick balancing solutions and seamless integration with your existing equipment. With a focus on minimizing maintenance time and maximizing service life, MTI Instruments’ vibration monitoring and balancing solutions are trusted by professionals worldwide to ensure optimal performance in the most demanding environments.
Vibration & Balancing Systems
MTI’s vibration and balancing systems help commercial and military aviation teams return jet engine to service as quickly and easily using advanced vibration analysis and trim balancing algorithm. Designed for both field and test cell use.
- PBS-4100+ – Field-ready portable vibration and balancing system designed to help commercial and military aviation teams eliminate unnecessary engine removals.
- More than 4 hrs of battery life.
- Powerful Windows-based user interface.
- 4 vibration channels and up to 3 speed channels.
- PBS-4100R+ – Rack-mountable vibration and balancing system for test cell environments.
- Easily integrates with other test cell instrumentation.
- Powerful Windows-based user interface.
- Up to 12 vibration channels and 4 speed channels.
- PBS eXpress – Designed for small turbofan and turboprop engines in business jets and regional aircraft. Its lightweight, intuitive design simplifies vibration testing and rotor balancing.
To simplify troubleshooting and balancing tasks, all PBS-4100 systems include:
Real-Time Diagnostics: Quickly diagnose vibration problems with real-time spectral analysis. The intuitive WinPBS software guides users through vibration surveys and balancing with automatic data collection, ensuring rapid and accurate solutions.
Trim Balance Wizard: User-friendly system for diagnosing engine issues with intuitive balancing workflows.
One-Shot Balancing: Save up to 80% in fuel and time with our unique influence coefficient method. Achieve precise balance solutions in as little as one engine run, significantly improving service efficiency.
Broad Compatibility: From turboshaft engines to auxiliary power units (APUs), our systems support a wide range of engines, including GE, Honeywell, and Rolls-Royce models, making it ideal for military, commercial, and aviation applications.
Engine Tachometer/Speed Signal Conditioner
The TSC-4800A offers unmatched flexibility for conditioning all engine speed signals, including N1, N2, and N3 inputs. It supports analog, optical, and FADEC sources with multiple input types per channel and seamless integration into data systems.
Charge Amplifiers
Our high-precision charge amplifiers convert raw accelerometer signals into usable voltage output for accurate vibration analysis.
- CA1800 – Rack-mounted with up to 8 charge amplifier channels.
- 41CA – Rugged dual-channel amplifier ideal for on-wing use.
- 55CA – Compact single-channel amplifier with buffered acceleration and integrated velocity outputs ideal for test-cell PBS system integration.
Signal Simulators for System Testing
Simulate speed and vibration signals to validate acquisition systems and fault detection logic without burning fuel. Perfect for pre-deployment tests, commissioning, and training.
- MTI 1520 Signal Simulator – Advanced dual-channel simulator with waveform memory, sweeping, and tachometer simulation.
- MTI 1510A Signal Simulator – Compact, field-friendly tool to simulate accelerometer signals and calibrate DAQs, charge amps, and displays.
Explore MTI Instruments’ full suite of balancing and signal simulation solutions for rotating machinery, turbine engines, and test labs. Improve your accuracy, reduce downtime, and streamline vibration diagnostics.