The Bently Nevada 330851-01-000-030-50-01-00 3300 XL 25 mm Proximity Probe is part of the renowned 3300 XL series, designed for precise vibration and position measurement in rotating machinery. With advanced signal stability, extended linear range, and high immunity to electrical noise, it ensures accurate monitoring in demanding industrial environments. The probe integrates seamlessly with Bently Nevada proximity transducers and monitors, offering reliable performance in machinery protection and condition monitoring systems.

Technical Specifications

Product Applications

• Turbomachinery monitoring: For steam, gas, and hydro turbines.

• Compressor protection: Detecting shaft vibration and displacement.

• Pump condition monitoring: Ensures stable performance and early fault detection.

• Generator and motor monitoring: Reliable for critical rotating assets.

• Gearbox analysis: Detects shaft misalignment, eccentricity, and wear.

• Industrial plant safety systems: Works with Bently Nevada monitoring platforms for shutdown and protection functions.

Product Advantages

• High accuracy: Maintains stable measurements across wide temperature and environmental conditions.

• Noise immunity: Excellent rejection of EMI and RFI ensures reliable data.

• Extended linear range: 25 mm capability allows flexibility in various shaft sizes and displacements.

• Robust construction: Engineered for harsh industrial environments.

• Compatibility: Fully integrates with 3300 XL proximity transducers, extension cables, and monitoring systems.

• Global standard: Widely adopted in machinery protection systems worldwide.

FAQ

Q1: What is the operating frequency response range of this probe?

A1: It supports a frequency response from DC up to 10 kHz, ensuring accurate measurement of both slow and fast shaft movements.

Q2: Can this probe be used in high-temperature environments?

A2: Yes, it operates effectively between -35 °C and +180 °C without compromising accuracy.

Q3: How does the probe maintain signal stability over long cable lengths?

A3: The system uses matched extension cables and proximitor modules, compensating for cable capacitance to preserve signal integrity.

Q4: What is the standard sensitivity of the 25 mm probe?

A4: It provides 200 mV/mil (7.87 mV/µm) sensitivity, consistent across its full linear range.

Q5: Is the probe resistant to industrial electrical interference?

A5: Yes, it has strong immunity against EMI and RFI, making it suitable for electrically noisy environments.

Q6: How does this probe integrate with machinery protection systems?

A6: It connects with 3300 XL proximitor modules and transducers, feeding data directly into Bently Nevada’s monitoring and protection systems.

Q7: Can it be used for both radial and axial shaft measurements?

A7: Yes, the probe is suitable for both radial vibration monitoring and thrust (axial) position measurements.

Q8: What is the insulation resistance of this probe?

A8: It maintains an insulation resistance greater than 10^9 ohm at 500 Vdc, ensuring signal integrity.

Q9: Does this probe support redundant monitoring setups?

A9: Yes, it can be paired with dual-channel monitoring systems for redundancy and higher reliability.

Q10: What proximitor modules are typically paired with this probe?

A10: It is commonly used with Bently Nevada 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor modules, matched for system accuracy.