The Wilcoxon MAC800 MachineryMate is a handheld vibration meter kit for route-based condition monitoring of pumps, motors, fans, and bearings. Each reading returns ISO velocity severity, bearing condition in Bearing Damage Units (BDU), and total acceleration, with 1X, 2X, and 3X fault bands and an 800-line FFT spectrum. Readings reach machines running as slow as 120 RPM. Three kits share the same meter and sensor and differ only in the accessories bundled with them.
Three color-coded values per reading: ISO velocity, BDU bearing noise, and total g
Built-in fault bands: 1X unbalance, 2X misalignment, and 3X looseness, set up automatically from running speed
FFT spectrum: 800 lines over a 0–1 kHz span, with 75 CPM maximum resolution
Low-speed ISO band: 2 Hz–1 kHz (120–60,000 CPM), selected automatically for slow machinery
Input range: ± 60 g, with 96 dB dynamic range at 0.01 g resolution
Open sensor input: standard IEPE accelerometers from 1 to 1,000 mV/g, with switchable IEPE power
Route-ready: internal data storage, USB docking cradle, and DataMate trending software in every kit
Field-built: IP67 waterproof housing, 2x AA batteries, 20 hours normal use
Supplied sensor: 786B-10 accelerometer, 100 mV/g, with a two-pole 40 lbf (178 N) magnet
At a glance
Three color-coded readings at once: ISO velocity, BDU, and total g
1X, 2X, and 3X fault bands name the fault on the meter
Reads machinery down to 120 RPM on the low-speed ISO band
IP67 waterproof with 20 hours of use on 2x AA batteries
Every reading
Three values at once
ISO velocity severity, bearing condition in BDU, and total acceleration in g, each with its own alarm color, from a single press.
Diagnosis
Faults named on screen
1X, 2X, and 3X bands report unbalance, misalignment, and looseness against entered running speed, rather than leaving it for interpretation later.
Slow machines
Down to 120 RPM
The meter switches to a 2 Hz–1 kHz low-speed ISO band automatically, based on the running speed you enter.
What it is used for
Some of the use cases for the Wilcoxon MAC800 include:
Pump, motor, and fan surveys: walk-around readings on rotating assets against ISO severity zones.
Bearing wear trending: tracking BDU on bearing blocks to catch worn bearings before failure.
Slow-speed machinery: readings on equipment running down to 120 RPM.
Plantwide condition monitoring programs: routes of up to ten machines in DataMate, or up to 1,000 with DataMate PRO.
Run-speed verification: confirming machine speed with the optional strobelight attachment.
Audible bearing checks: listening to bearing noise through optional Bluetooth headphones.
What faults does the MAC800 detect?
The MAC800 screens for unbalance, misalignment, looseness, and bearing wear. It reports each against the machine's entered running speed or a fixed high-frequency band, so the fault is named on the meter rather than left for interpretation later.
Fault detection
Fault
How the MAC800 reports it
Unbalance
Velocity in the 1X band at running speed. Large 1X levels indicate an out-of-balance machine.
Misalignment
Velocity in the band centered at 2X running speed, where shaft misalignment produces a double peak per revolution.
Looseness
Velocity in the band centered at 3X running speed. Third-order vibration usually points to loose mounting bolts or a weak foundation.
Bearing wear
High-frequency vibration above 1 kHz in BDU, where 100 BDU corresponds to 1 g RMS. Higher BDU means a more worn bearing.
Overall severity
RMS velocity in the ISO band, color-coded to the ISO 10816-1 chart for the selected machine size, type, and mounting.
The VA band readings depend on an accurate running speed, entered through the Setup Wizard or captured with the strobelight attachment.
Why engineers pick it
Severity, bearings, and energy in one reading. Every measurement shows ISO velocity in in/sec or mm/sec, bearing noise in BDU, and total acceleration in g over 2 Hz–10 kHz, each with its own alarm color.
ISO alarms set from the machine, not a guess. The Setup Wizard takes running speed, machine type (motor or pump), size (under or over 300 kW), and mounting (rigid or flexible), then sets the ISO 10816-1 alarm levels to match.
It reads slow machinery. The meter automatically switches to a 2 Hz–1 kHz low-speed ISO band, covering machines down to 120 RPM.
It works with the sensors already on your machines. The input accepts standard IEPE accelerometers with sensitivity adjustable from 1 to 1,000 mV/g. IEPE power can be switched off for self-powered sensors or sensors on an external rack supply.
Which MachineryMate kit do I need?
All three kits share the same MAC800 meter, 786B-10 accelerometer, coiled cable, docking cradle, protective boot, carrying case, and DataMate software. They differ only in the add-ons bundled with them.
Kit comparison
Included in kit
MAC800
MAC810
MAC820
MAC800 meter and DataMate software
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USB docking cradle with USB cable (MAC001)
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Protective boot with magnets (MAC002)
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786B-10 accelerometer (100 mV/g) with magnet
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6 ft (1.8 m) coiled cable assembly
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Carrying case with insert (MAC003)
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Strobelight attachment (MAC004)
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DataMate PRO software (MAC005)
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Bluetooth headphones (MAC006)
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Headphones case (MAC007)
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MAC800 suits a first route of up to ten machines where running speed is known from nameplates or drive settings.
MAC810 adds the strobelight for measuring running speed in the field and DataMate PRO for routes of up to 1,000 machines.
MAC820 adds Bluetooth headphones and their case for listening to bearing noise alongside the BDU reading.
How does DataMate scale with my program?
DataMate is the PC software that builds routes, downloads them to the meter through the USB docking cradle, and trends the readings that come back.
DataMate and DataMate PRO
Specification
DataMate (included)
DataMate PRO (MAC005)
Machines
Up to 10
Up to 1,000
Measurement points per machine
10
10
Included in
MAC800, MAC810, MAC820
MAC810, MAC820
DataMate displays vibration spectra, bearing noise and ISO trend plots, and waterfall diagrams. It generates reports manually or automatically through email alerts. Every route also downloads an "off route" machine with 10 measurement points, so readings taken on unplanned assets can be uploaded and assigned to a new or existing machine later.
When is the MAC800 the wrong tool?
Spectrum above 1 kHz. The FFT spectrum spans 0–1 kHz. Energy above 1 kHz is reported as a single BDU value over 1–10 kHz, not as a spectrum, so the MAC800 flags bearing wear but does not resolve high-frequency defect frequencies.
Fault bands, not full diagnostics. The VA screen reports three bands at 1X, 2X, and 3X running speed. It screens for unbalance, misalignment, and looseness. Root-cause work beyond those three patterns needs a full analyzer.
Cold environments. The meter's operating range is 32 °F to 122 °F (0 °C to +50 °C).
Large or fast bearings. The default BDU alarms of 50 and 100 BDU are typical for medium-sized machine bearings at 1,000–3,000 RPM. Larger bearings or higher speeds may need higher thresholds, set in the Manual Setup menu.
Very high amplitudes. The meter input range is ± 60 g. The supplied sensor's 80 g range is not the limiting factor.
What does the MAC800 mean for your team?
Technician
One button to read: power on, roll the magnet onto the bearing block, and press POWER again for a reading.
Readable in the field: full-color OLED display with a monochrome scheme for direct sunlight.
Live update mode: readings refresh at one-second intervals, with an 800-line capture available at any time.
Built for the plant floor: IP67 housing, protective boot, and 20 hours of use on 2x AA batteries.
Reliability engineer
Standards-based severity: ISO values color-coded to ISO 10816-1 by machine size, type, and mounting.
Per-point configuration: running speed and alarm levels can be set independently for each measurement point.
Adjustable BDU thresholds: warning and critical levels tuned per application.
Sensor flexibility: IEPE input from 1 to 1,000 mV/g, with IEPE power switchable for externally powered sensors.
Program manager
A starting point for condition monitoring: the base kit covers ten machines with ten points each.
A scale-up path: DataMate PRO raises the ceiling to 1,000 machines without changing hardware.
Trend reporting: ISO and bearing noise trends, waterfall plots, and automatic email alerts.
Consistent data: routes are built and downloaded from DataMate, so every technician reads the same points.
Procurement
Three kit options: MAC800, MAC810, and MAC820, differing only in bundled add-ons.
Upgradeable: MAC004, MAC005, MAC006, and MAC007 can be added after purchase.
Complete in the box: meter, sensor, cable, docking cradle, boot, case, and software in every kit.
Quality system: manufactured in an approved ISO 9001 facility and CE marked.
Frequently asked questions
What faults does the MAC800 detect?
Unbalance, misalignment, and looseness through its 1X, 2X, and 3X running-speed bands, plus bearing wear through the BDU reading. Overall severity is shown as ISO velocity against the ISO 10816-1 chart.
What is a Bearing Damage Unit (BDU)?
BDU measures high-frequency vibration above 1 kHz. 100 BDU equals 1 g RMS and indicates a damaged bearing. The default alarms are yellow from 50 to 100 BDU and red above 100 BDU.
How slow a machine can the MAC800 measure?
Down to 120 RPM. The meter selects a 2 Hz–1 kHz low-speed ISO band automatically based on the entered running speed.
Can I use my own accelerometer with the MAC800?
Yes. The meter accepts standard IEPE accelerometers, with sensitivity adjustable from 1 to 1,000 mV/g. IEPE power can be turned off for self-powered sensors or sensors on an external rack supply.
What's the difference between the MAC800, MAC810, and MAC820 kits?
The meter and core kit are identical. MAC810 adds the MAC004 strobelight and MAC005 DataMate PRO software. MAC820 adds those plus MAC006 Bluetooth headphones and the MAC007 headphones case.
How many machines can DataMate manage?
The included DataMate software handles up to 10 machines with 10 measurement points each. DataMate PRO handles up to 1,000 machines with 10 measurement points each.
How does the meter know the machine's running speed?
You enter it in the Setup Wizard or Manual Setup menu, or measure it with the optional strobelight attachment, which updates the run speed automatically as you adjust the flash rate.
What does the MAC800 run on, and is it waterproof?
Two AA batteries, rated for 20 hours of normal use. The meter is IP67 waterproof and operates from 32 °F to 122 °F (0 °C to +50 °C).
Configuring and scaling
Pick the kit on this page by the add-ons you need: MAC800 for the core meter and DataMate, MAC810 for the strobelight and DataMate PRO, or MAC820 for the full set including Bluetooth headphones.
Accessories are also available separately, so a MAC800 kit can be upgraded as the program grows:
MAC004: strobelight attachment
MAC005: DataMate PRO software
MAC006: Bluetooth headphones
MAC007: headphones carrying case
Configure your kit on this page and buy it directly. If you're outfitting several technicians, need accessories outside the standard kits, or want to pair the meter with a specific accelerometer already installed on your machines, contact us and we'll work through it with you.
Get the MAC800 set up for your route
Ordering direct gets you a meter in a case. Ordering through W5 gets you a kit matched to your route size, the accelerometers already on your machines, and the way your team works, with a regional technical contact who knows Wilcoxon's line when questions come up after the first route. Configure your MachineryMate kit above, or contact us to talk it through.
