Professional Vibration Meters & Data Loggers

3-axis MEMS accelerometers with built-in data logging, WiFi & cloud connectivity. Support for DIN 4150-2 and ISO 2631-2. Weatherproof for permanent outdoor deployment. Starting at $249 USD.

3-Axis MEMS Accelerometer DIN 4150-2 & ISO 2631-2 Support WiFi & Cloud IP57 Weatherproof
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Starting At
$249 USD
Ranges
8g · 40g · 200g
Connectivity
USB · WiFi · Cloud · MQTT
Self-Calibrated via Earth's Gravity
Free Software & Updates
Direct Manufacturer Support
Ships Worldwide

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All models: 3-axis MEMS accelerometer, 128 Mb memory, self-calibrated, weatherproof, free software with lifetime updates.

Feature VSE E-16g VSEW mk4 8g VSEW mk4 40g VSEW mk4 200g
Best For Inclination Seismic & long-term
remote monitoring		 Medium-range
vibration		 Shocks and
high-g events
Accelerometer Range ±16g ±8g ±40g ±200g
WiFi Connectivity — ✓ ✓ ✓
Cloud Data Access — Optional (+cloud) Optional (+cloud) Optional (+cloud)
Support for DIN 4150-2 / ISO 2631-2 — ✓ ✓ ✓
Velocity Calculation — ✓ ✓ ✓
Email Alerts — ✓ ✓ ✓
Auto-Record Trigger ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Open USB Protocol — ✓ ✓ ✓
IP57 Weatherproof ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Price $249 $574 $574 $544
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Applications

Built for Every Vibration Monitoring Need

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Construction & Blasting

Ground-borne vibration monitoring with DIN 4150-2 support and cloud alerts
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Shipping & Transit

Shock and tilt logging for fragile equipment during transport with auto-record trigger
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Machine Health

Continuous vibration monitoring for predictive maintenance and machinery wear detection
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Seismic & Research

Long-term seismic monitoring, inclination tracking, and ISO 2631-2 building vibration studies
Buyer's Guide

Everything You Need to Know About Vibration Meters

Choosing the right vibration meter depends on the acceleration range, connectivity, standards support, and your specific monitoring scenario.

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What is a vibration meter and how does it work? +
A vibration meter (also called a vibration data logger or accelerometer logger) is a precision instrument that measures acceleration, vibration levels, velocity, and inclination using a 3-axis MEMS accelerometer. It converts mechanical motion into electrical signals, which are digitized, processed, and stored for analysis. Convergence Instruments' vibration meters self-calibrate using Earth's gravity as a reference, ensuring long-term accuracy without recalibration.
Which accelerometer range do I need — 8g, 40g, or 200g? +
The range depends on your application. The 8g model (VSEW mk4 8g) is ideal for ground-borne vibration, seismic monitoring, and building vibration studies where accelerations are low but a low-noise floor is critical. The 40g model covers high machine vibration applications. The 200g model is designed for shock measurement, impact events, and high-g applications like road transport monitoring. Note that a higher range will reduce sensitivity for low-level signals, so choose the range that best matches your expected vibration amplitudes.
What are DIN 4150-2 and ISO 2631-2, and do I need support for them? +
DIN 4150-2 is a German standard for evaluating the effects of vibration on people in buildings, commonly used in construction and blasting. ISO 2631-2 is an international standard for evaluating human exposure to whole-body vibration in buildings. All VSEW mk4 models include built-in filters and settings to support both standards directly, calculating the required metrics automatically. If you're monitoring construction vibration or building occupant comfort, you'll benefit from this support.
What is the auto-record (AutoRec) feature? +
Auto-record lets the instrument stay dormant for months, only recording when acceleration exceeds an adjustable threshold. This is ideal for capturing rare events — the instrument activates on shocks or vibrations, captures the event with at least 80 ms of pre-trigger data, then returns to standby. This dramatically extends battery life and memory capacity, allowing months of monitoring without intervention.
Do I need WiFi connectivity in a vibration meter? +
If you're doing short-term monitoring or road transport, the USB-only VSE models are sufficient and more affordable ($249). For remote long-term installations where you need data access without site visits, the WiFi-enabled VSEW mk4 models are the right choice. If you need email alerts, over-the-air reconfiguration, and data access using a web browser and do not want to use your own server, a cloud service provides access from anywhere.
Can these vibration meters measure velocity, not just acceleration? +
Yes. All VSEW mk4 models can calculate velocity from the acceleration signal. This is essential for standards like DIN 4150-2 which require velocity readings for various building vibration applications. The instrument performs the integration internally, so you get either acceleration or velocity data directly without post-processing.

Vibration Meter Buyer's Guide

How to choose your vibration meter

How to Choose Your Vibration Meter

Choosing the right vibration meter depends on your specific requirements. Are you monitoring ground borne vibration, machine vibrations, or conducting scientific studies? Consider the range, accuracy, cost, datalogging, recording time, and additional features like weather-resistance or wireless connectivity. Our vibration meters offer various options to meet these diverse needs.

Applications of a Vibration Meter

Vibration meters are vital tools in numerous fields. They ensure monitoring of construction vibration limits, track machinery health for predictive maintenance, log shipping conditions for fragile equipment, and support research in seismic monitoring and building vibration assessment. Our products excel in these diverse applications.

Features of a Vibration Meter

Modern vibration meters come with advanced features. Look for models with selectable frequency weightings and adjustable filters for precise measurements tailored to different standards and applications. Some vibration meters can calculate velocity from the acceleration signal for various building vibration applications. Data logging capabilities enable continuous monitoring over time. Wireless and cloud connectivity add convenience for remote monitoring.

Types of Vibration Meter

Vibration meters vary based on functionality and application. Basic models measure acceleration signals while advanced models provide averaged vibration levels or peak levels over time. Data logging meters store measurements and signals for later analysis. Our range covers USB-only for portable use and WiFi-enabled for permanent remote installations.

Accelerometer Ranges Explained

The ±8g range provides the lowest noise floor for low-level vibrations like seismic events and building monitoring. The ±40g range covers very high vibration amplitudes. The ±200g range is designed for high-g events like shocks, impacts, and road transport monitoring. Note that a higher range will reduce sensitivity, so all our models use 3-axis MEMS accelerometers that self-calibrate using Earth's gravity.

Choosing the Right Model for Your Needs

For short-term or road transport monitoring, choose the affordable VSE E-series (USB, from $249). For long-term remote monitoring with WiFi, email alerts, and DIN/ISO support, choose the VSEW mk4 series. Add cloud service for browser-based access from anywhere. For OEMs needing MQTT integration, the VSEW_mk4_MQTT offers an open wireless protocol.

Standards Support: DIN 4150-2 & ISO 2631-2

Our VSEW mk4 series includes built-in filters and settings to support DIN 4150-2 (evaluation of vibration effects on people in buildings) and ISO 2631-2 (evaluation of human exposure to whole-body vibration) directly. The instruments calculate the required acceleration or velocity metrics automatically from the acceleration signal, eliminating the need for manual post-processing. This makes them ideal for construction vibration monitoring, blasting assessment, and building occupant comfort studies.

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