What is IPS Vibration?

IPS stands for Inches Per Second, which is a unit of measurement used to quantify the velocity of vibration. In the context of vibration monitoring, IPS is commonly used to measure the speed at which a vibrating object or structure displaces in inches per second.

IPS = Displacement (in inches) / Time Frame (in seconds)

For example, if you have a displacement of 0.5 inches measured over 1 second, the calculation would be:

IPS = 0.5 inches / 1 second = 0.5 IPS

This indicates that the object is moving at a rate of 0.5 inches per second.

By calculating IPS, you can quantify the velocity of vibrations and use this information for vibration analysis, monitoring, and comparison against established vibration severity guidelines or standards.

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