The Epro PR6424/010-130+CON021 Eddy Current Sensor is a high-accuracy non-contact displacement and vibration probe, designed for reliable measurement of shaft movement and vibration in rotating machinery. With a 16 mm sensor head diameter and durable stainless-steel construction, it is optimized for industrial environments where precision and durability are critical.

This sensor is paired with the CON021 converter, which linearizes the signal, improves measurement accuracy, and provides standardized outputs for integration into machinery monitoring systems. The PR6424/010-130+CON021 belongs to the trusted PR6424 series, widely deployed in turbomachinery, compressors, pumps, and power generation equipment.

Product Parameters

Product Applications

The PR6424/010-130+CON021 sensor is designed for industrial machinery monitoring and protection, with the following applications:

• Turbines (gas and steam): Continuous shaft vibration and thrust position monitoring to detect early mechanical faults.

• Compressors: Monitoring rotor instabilities, imbalance, and shaft misalignment.

• Pumps: Detecting cavitation effects, shaft displacement, and bearing wear.

• Motors and generators: Ensuring continuous stability through precise vibration tracking.

• Bearings: Early detection of oil film instability and degradation.

• Condition monitoring systems: Seamlessly integrates with Epro MMS6000 and other advanced monitoring platforms.

Product Advantages

• Non-contact measurement: Ensures long-term reliability without mechanical wear.

• High precision: Maintains linearity within ±1% of full scale for accurate results.

• Wide frequency range: Monitors both static displacement and high-frequency vibrations.

• Rugged housing: Stainless-steel body offers high resistance to corrosion and stress.

• Thermal resilience: Operates in temperatures up to +180 °C, suitable for harsh environments.

• Seamless integration: Fully compatible with CON021 for signal conditioning and monitoring.

• Diagnostic capability: Provides stable signals with clear detection of abnormal machine conditions.

• Proven performance: Trusted solution for predictive maintenance and critical asset protection.

FAQ

1. What measuring principle does the PR6424/010-130 operate on?

   It uses the eddy current principle, where displacement is detected by monitoring the interaction between the probe’s electromagnetic field and the conductive shaft surface.

2. How does the CON021 converter support this sensor?

   The CON021 linearizes raw signals, minimizes error, and provides standardized output for integration into monitoring systems.

3. What is the usable frequency response of this sensor?

   It covers a wide frequency range from DC to 20 kHz, suitable for both low- and high-speed machinery.

4. Can this sensor measure both static and dynamic displacement?

   Yes, it is designed for continuous monitoring of both steady-state shaft displacement and transient vibration events.

5. How is the sensor protected against electromagnetic interference?

   Shielded coaxial cables and optimized electronic design provide strong immunity to EMI and RFI.

6. Is the sensor suitable for both radial and axial measurements?

   Yes, depending on mounting position, it can measure radial shaft vibration or axial rotor displacement.

7. Which target materials are best suited for this sensor?

   It is optimized for conductive materials such as steel, commonly used in shafts and rotors.

8. What type of monitoring systems can the sensor integrate with?

   Once conditioned by the CON021, it can interface with Epro MMS systems and third-party monitoring platforms.

9. Does the sensor require recalibration after installation?

   No frequent recalibration is required, as the probe and CON021 are factory-calibrated as a matched pair.

10. How does the system detect abnormal machine conditions?

    The sensor provides real-time displacement and vibration data, enabling monitoring systems to trigger alarms if thresholds are exceeded.