Bently Nevada 330101-00-24-05-02-05 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe

Description

The Bently Nevada 330101-00-24-05-02-05 is a highly precise 8 mm proximity probe config option within the industry-standard 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System. This exact model is engineered with a 3/8-24 UNF thread and features an unarmored cable design. Differing from generic probe variants, this configuration features a 0.0-inch unthreaded length (entire case length is threaded), a 2.4-inch overall case length, and a 0.5-meter (1.6-foot) total cable length, terminated with a standard miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector. It is specifically designed to perform non-contact shaft vibration and static position measurements when integrated into critical rotating machinery monitoring chains.

Operating on the eddy current principle, the probe senses target movement relative to the bearing housing without any physical contact, providing exceptional accuracy and resolution. It functions seamlessly with a 330180-series Proximitor sensor and a 3300 XL extension cable in 5-meter or 9-meter setups. This configuration includes standard agency approvals (Option 05), certifying it for use in hazardous environments typically found in oil, gas, petrochemical, and power generation installations.

Features

• Provides continuous, highly stable eddy-current displacement measurements with minimal temperature drift.
• Robust stainless steel construction without external armor, optimized for installations within conduit or protected machine casings.
• Fully threaded 3/8-24 UNF body configuration allows precise mounting height adjustments inside bearing housings.
• Viton O-ring integrated behind the probe tip forms a robust seal against differential machinery oil pressures.
• Equipped with a gold-plated ClickLoc coaxial connector for a reliable, twist-free electrical connection.

Applications

This specialized probe is tailored for standard machinery protection and vibration monitoring across heavy industrial equipment:

• Radial shaft vibration measurement on high-speed steam and gas turbines.
• Thrust position and axial displacement monitoring in centrifugal compressors.
• Rotor dynamic motion monitoring on critical power generation equipment and industrial pumps.
• Installation in hazardous areas requiring explosion-proof, intrinsically safe, or non-incendive instrumentation.

Ordering Information

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

Ensure correct mounting and electrical configuration during installation to maintain linear accuracy:

• Probe Gap: Install the probe at the proper mechanical gap (typically 1.27 mm or 50 mils) corresponding to the midpoint of the Proximitor sensor's calibrated linear voltage range.
• Avoid Binding: Limit internal thread engagement to a maximum of 0.563 inches during mounting to avoid binding or damaging probe casing threads.
• Connector Care: Because this option does not include a connector protector (Option 02), ensure the ClickLoc connector remains isolated from oil, moisture, or active metal contact. Use external junction boxes or heat shrink boots where necessary.
• Grounding: Connect the coaxial cable shield only at the Proximitor housing ground point following Bently Nevada drawing 141092. Never establish double ground paths.

Compliance and Certifications

This proximity probe is approved for use in the following classified hazardous areas:

• ATEX/IECEx: Ex ia IIC T5...T1 Ga, Ex ia IIIC T90degC...T280degC Dc, Ex nA IIC T5...T1 Gc, Ex ec IIC T5...T1 Gc
• CSA: Intrinsically safe and non-incendive ratings for Class I, Division 1 and 2, Groups A, B, C, and D when installed according to manufacturer diagrams.