The Bently Nevada 330709-000-060-50-02-00 is a 3300 XL Series 11 mm Proximity Probe designed for high-precision rotor vibration and position measurement in critical industrial machinery. Part of the 3300 XL monitoring system, this probe delivers reliable, repeatable measurements for machinery protection and condition monitoring in industries such as power generation, oil & gas, and heavy manufacturing. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance in harsh environments while maintaining precise detection over a wide operational range.

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Rotor vibration monitoring in turbines, compressors, and generators

• Position and displacement measurement of rotating shafts

• Machinery protection and early warning for unbalance, misalignment, or bearing wear

• Process monitoring in power plants, petrochemical, and heavy industrial environments

• Integration into Bently Nevada 3300 XL monitoring systems for continuous data acquisition

Product Advantages

• High Accuracy: Offers precise shaft vibration and position detection for critical machinery

• Rugged Construction: Resistant to high temperatures, vibration, and harsh industrial environments

• System Compatibility: Fully compatible with Bently Nevada 3300 XL monitoring systems

• Repeatable Measurements: Ensures consistent performance over long-term operation

• Flexible Installation: 5-meter cable allows versatile placement in tight or complex machinery layouts

• Low Maintenance: Robust probe design reduces the need for frequent servicing

FAQ

Q1: What is the minimum operating gap for this probe?

A1: The probe operates reliably with gaps as small as 0.05 mm.

Q2: Can the probe handle high-speed shaft vibration?

A2: Yes, it supports vibration up to 50 g in the frequency range of 5 – 500 Hz.

Q3: What is the probe’s linearity specification?

A3: The probe maintains ±1% full-scale linearity over its measuring range.

Q4: Which cable type is used for signal transmission?

A4: It uses a shielded coaxial cable to ensure low-noise signal integrity.

Q5: Is the probe suitable for high-temperature environments?

A5: Yes, it can operate continuously from -40°C to 120°C (-40°F to 248°F).

Q6: Can this probe be used in hazardous areas?

A6: It is suitable for industrial environments, but explosion-proof certification must be verified for specific hazardous areas.

Q7: What type of connector does this probe use?

A7: It uses a standard 2-pin connector compatible with Bently Nevada 3300 XL modules.

Q8: How does cable capacitance affect performance?

A8: Maximum allowable cable capacitance is 2000 pF to ensure accurate signal transmission.

Q9: Is this probe compatible with other Bently Nevada systems?

A9: It is designed primarily for the 3300 XL system but may be compatible with other 3300 series modules with appropriate calibration.

Q10: What is the frequency response of the probe?

A10: The probe provides a DC to 10 kHz frequency response for accurate high-speed measurement.