The Bently Nevada 330104-00-06-05-01 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe is a precision-designed sensor engineered for monitoring vibration, displacement, and shaft position in rotating machinery. As part of the trusted 3300 XL series, this probe integrates advanced eddy current technology, ensuring accurate and stable measurements even under challenging industrial environments. Its rugged construction allows it to withstand extreme operational conditions such as high temperature, strong electromagnetic interference, and mechanical vibration.

This model is designed with a total cable length of 0.5 meter, making it suitable for installations requiring short probe-to-monitor distances. It connects seamlessly with Bently Nevada’s proximity transducers and monitoring systems, ensuring compatibility and reliability in machinery protection and predictive maintenance systems.

Product Parameters

Product Applications

The 330104-00-06-05-01 probe is widely used in industrial applications where precise vibration and displacement monitoring is required. Typical applications include:

• Turbomachinery: Steam turbines, gas turbines, compressors, and pumps for continuous vibration monitoring.

• Electric Motors & Generators: Monitoring shaft displacement to prevent rotor-to-stator contact.

• Gearboxes & Couplings: Detecting misalignment, looseness, or gear wear.

• Petrochemical & Refining Plants: Ensuring machinery operates safely under harsh conditions.

• Power Generation: Used in predictive maintenance systems for turbines and rotating machinery.

• Process Industries: Chemical, paper, and steel plants where critical rotating assets require protection.

Product Advantages

• High Measurement Accuracy: Delivers precise vibration and displacement monitoring with minimal error.

• Rugged Design: Resistant to harsh industrial environments, including high temperatures and corrosive conditions.

• API 670 Compliance: Meets international standards for machinery protection and reliability.

• Wide Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with Bently Nevada proximity transducers and monitoring systems.

• Short Length Configuration: The 0.5 m cable is optimized for applications requiring short probe runs, reducing installation complexity.

• Long-Term Stability: Advanced design minimizes drift over time, ensuring consistent data for predictive maintenance.

FAQ

1. What is the linear range of the 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe?

   The probe provides a typical linear range of approximately 2 mm, depending on the target material and configuration.

2. Which target materials are compatible with this proximity probe?

   It is optimized for 4140 steel but can also be calibrated for other conductive materials with suitable conversion factors.

3. How does the probe connect with the extension cable and Proximitor module?

   It uses a standard coaxial connection with a robust click-lock design that ensures signal integrity in harsh environments.

4. What type of output signal does the probe generate?

   The system outputs a voltage proportional to the distance between the probe tip and the target surface.

5. Can this probe be used for shaft vibration monitoring in rotating machinery?

   Yes, it is widely applied in shaft vibration and displacement monitoring in turbines, compressors, and pumps.

6. How is the probe tip protected against harsh industrial environments?

   The probe tip is hermetically sealed and designed with corrosion-resistant materials to withstand oil, dust, and humidity.

7. Does the probe require specific calibration when replaced?

   Yes, recalibration with the matching Proximitor module is recommended to ensure measurement accuracy.

8. What is the effect of temperature variation on probe accuracy?

   The probe is temperature-compensated within its rated operating range to minimize measurement drift.

9. Can the probe be used for both dynamic and static displacement measurements?

   Yes, it supports both static position measurement and dynamic vibration monitoring simultaneously.

10. How is electromagnetic interference (EMI) minimized in this probe system?

    The probe uses shielded cabling and robust signal conditioning to ensure reliable operation in high-EMI industrial environments.