The Bently Nevada 330851-04-000-040-50-00-05 3300 XL 25 mm Proximity Probe is a highly reliable and accurate sensor designed to monitor the health of rotating machinery. As part of the renowned 3300 XL Series, this proximity probe is specifically engineered to measure shaft displacement and vibration, providing critical condition monitoring for turbines, compressors, motors, and pumps.

With a total length of 5.0 meters, it is ideal for larger setups where measurement points are located further from the monitoring system. The probe’s stainless steel housing ensures it can withstand even the most challenging industrial environments, offering robust protection against corrosion and mechanical damage.

Equipped with a 25 mm sensing distance, the 3300 XL Proximity Probe delivers highly accurate readings that help detect early signs of misalignment, imbalance, and bearing wear. This is essential for predictive maintenance, allowing operators to take timely corrective actions before failures occur, minimizing downtime, and extending the lifespan of machinery.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

The 3300 XL 25 mm Proximity Probe is a versatile tool used across a variety of industries for rotating machinery condition monitoring. Some key applications include:

• Rotating Equipment Monitoring: It is used to monitor the health of turbines, motors, compressors, and pumps, by measuring shaft displacement and vibration.

• Predictive Maintenance: The probe helps detect early signs of wear, imbalance, misalignment, and bearing degradation, enabling preemptive maintenance actions to prevent catastrophic failures.

• Power Generation Industry: In power plants, this probe is used to monitor turbines and generators, ensuring they operate efficiently without unexpected breakdowns.

• Oil & Gas Industry: Offshore platforms and refineries rely on this probe to continuously monitor critical rotating machinery.

• Heavy Industry & Mining: In industries such as steel production and mining, where machinery is essential for production, the probe helps maintain uptime and productivity.

• Pump & Compressor Monitoring: The 3300 XL Proximity Probe helps identify misalignments and imbalances in centrifugal pumps and compressors, enhancing operational reliability.

Product Advantages

• Longer Length for Flexible Installation: With a 5-meter total length, the probe can be used in large setups, particularly when measurement points are located far from the monitoring system.

• High Accuracy for Precise Monitoring: The 25 mm sensing distance and ±0.1 mm accuracy allow for precise measurements of shaft displacement and vibrations, providing highly reliable condition data.

• Durable in Harsh Environments: The stainless steel housing ensures resistance to corrosion, making it ideal for use in tough industrial environments where exposure to moisture, dust, or chemicals is common.

• Wide Temperature Range: With an operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C, the probe is suitable for use in extreme temperature environments, maintaining performance even in challenging conditions.

• Easy Integration: The 4-20 mA output is compatible with most industrial monitoring systems, enabling easy integration into existing equipment and infrastructure.

• High-Frequency Response: The probe’s up to 20 kHz frequency response is perfect for detecting high-frequency vibrations, critical for monitoring high-speed machinery.

• Cost-Effective Maintenance: By identifying early signs of wear or imbalance, the probe helps prevent costly repairs, increasing equipment longevity and minimizing unscheduled downtime.

• Simple Installation: The probe’s threaded mounting design makes it easy to install, reducing installation time and effort.

FAQ

Q1: What is the sensing distance of the 3300 XL 25 mm Proximity Probe?

The sensing distance of this probe is 25 mm, designed to monitor small displacements in rotating equipment.

Q2: What is the output type of the 3300 XL proximity probe?

The probe provides a 4-20 mA current output, compatible with most industrial monitoring systems.

Q3: What is the frequency response of the 3300 XL proximity probe?

The probe has a frequency response up to 20 kHz, making it suitable for monitoring high-speed rotating machinery.

Q4: What is the accuracy of the 3300 XL proximity probe?

The probe provides an accuracy of ±0.1 mm, ensuring precise and reliable measurements of shaft displacement.

Q5: How is the 3300 XL proximity probe mounted?

The probe uses a threaded mounting design, making it simple to install and integrate into your existing equipment.

Q6: Can the 3300 XL probe operate in extreme temperatures?

Yes, the 3300 XL proximity probe operates in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +125°C, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.

Q7: What industries use the 3300 XL 25 mm Proximity Probe?

The probe is widely used in industries like power generation, oil & gas, mining, and manufacturing, where rotating machinery monitoring is critical.

Q8: Can the 3300 XL proximity probe monitor high-speed machinery?

Yes, with its high-frequency response, the probe is ideal for monitoring high-speed rotating machinery such as turbines and compressors.

Q9: What is the total length of the 3300 XL proximity probe?

The probe has a total length of 5.0 meters, providing flexibility in installation and allowing for measurements at greater distances from the monitoring system.

Q10: What material is the housing of the 3300 XL probe made from?

The probe’s housing is constructed from stainless steel, providing durability and resistance to corrosion.