Description

Bently Nevada 330104-00-15-10-02-05 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe

The Bently Nevada 330104-00-15-10-02-05, also cataloged as the 330104 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe, operates as a dedicated eddy-current measurement component for shaft position and vibration signal acquisition within the 3300 XL Transducer System.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	330104-00-15-10-02-05
Brand	Bently Nevada
Product Type	3300 XL 8 mm Eddy Current Proximity Probe
Origin	USA
Dimensions	Overall case length: 150 mm; Total length: 1.0 m
Operating Temp	-51 deg C to +177 deg C
Power Consumption	Passive probe element; powered through connected Proximitor sensor
Thread Type	M10 x 1 metric thread
Probe Diameter	8 mm
Measurement Technology	Eddy current non-contact displacement measurement
Target Material	AISI 4140 steel standard target
Linear Range	2 mm (80 mils) starting at approximately 0.25 mm (10 mils) gap
Average Scale Factor	7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) nominal
Frequency Response	0 to 10 kHz (+0, -3 dB)
Probe Tip Material	Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
Probe Case Material	AISI 304 stainless steel
Cable Type	75 ohm triaxial cable, FEP insulated
Connector Type	Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector
Agency Approval	CSA, ATEX, IECEx multiple approvals

Eddy Current Scaling and Rotor Dynamics Monitoring

The 330104-00-15-10-02-05 applies eddy-current probe scaling to convert shaft displacement changes into proportional electrical output signals. The probe provides a nominal scale factor of 7.87 V/mm for connection with compatible Bently Nevada Proximitor sensors.

Furthermore, the probe supports rotor dynamics analysis by measuring radial vibration and shaft position changes without mechanical contact. The 3300 XL system evaluates gap voltage conditions, with typical installation validation referencing a -10 VDC target gap voltage from the Proximitor sensor output.

The probe structure uses TipLoc molding technology to secure the probe tip assembly. In addition, the ClickLoc connector uses gold-plated brass contacts to maintain electrical connection integrity under rotating machinery operating conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What measurement signals can the 330104-00-15-10-02-05 detect?
A: The probe detects non-contact shaft displacement signals, including dynamic vibration movement and static shaft position changes.

Q: Can the probe operate independently without a Proximitor sensor?
A: No. The probe requires connection to a compatible Bently Nevada Proximitor sensor, which provides excitation and converts the eddy-current signal into monitoring outputs.

Q: What installation factor affects measurement accuracy?
A: Probe gap setting, target material condition, cable routing, and proper electrical connection affect the accuracy of displacement measurements.

Field Installation Guidelines

Install the 330104-00-15-10-02-05 probe with the sensing tip aligned perpendicular to the rotating shaft surface. Verify that the target material matches the calibrated application requirement, such as AISI 4140 steel.

Route the triaxial cable away from high-current power conductors and electromagnetic interference sources. Maintain proper shielding practices by connecting the cable shield according to the applicable Bently Nevada system installation requirements.

Before commissioning, check the probe gap voltage through the connected Proximitor sensor. Confirm that the mechanical mounting provides stable clearance and prevents contact between the probe tip and rotating components.

Specifications

• Brand: Bently Nevada

Advantages

• High reliability in industrial environments
• Supports continuous operation
• Compatible with major PLC/DCS systems