{"product_id":"330102-00-20-50-02-00-bently-nevada-3300-xl-8-mm-proximity-probes","title":"330102-00-20-50-02-00 | Bently Nevada | 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probes","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330102-00-20-50-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premier eddy current displacement sensor within the Bently Nevada 3300 XL series, designed for non-contacting vibration and position measurements. In mission-critical environments such as gas turbine power plants, petrochemical refineries, and mining facilities, this\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330102-00-20-50-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprobe acts as the primary sensory input for Machinery Protection Systems (MPS). By monitoring radial vibration, shaft alignment, and axial thrust with micron-level precision, it provides early warning of mechanical wear or impending failure. This specific configuration features a fully armored cable and a 3\/8-24 UNF threaded body, ensuring durability in high-stress industrial applications where mechanical protection and signal integrity are paramount for avoiding catastrophic unplanned downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alphanumeric string of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330102-00-20-50-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edefines its physical and electrical characteristics as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330102:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBase model for the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe with 3\/8-24 UNF threading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-00 (Unthreaded Length):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpecifies that the probe body is fully threaded (0 inches unthreaded).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-20 (Overall Case Length):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndicates a total case length of 2.0 inches, allowing for shallow to mid-depth installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-50 (Total Length):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSets the total electrical length at 5.0 meters (16.4 feet), integrated for standard Proximitor calibrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-02 (Connector\/Cable):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEquipped with a Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector and a standard cable featuring protective armor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-00 (Agency Approval):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStandard version without specific hazardous area agency approvals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e330102-00-20-50-02-00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBently Nevada (Baker Hughes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.S.A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProbe Tip Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/8-24 UNF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinear Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0 mm (80 mils)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-35 to +177 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.0 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArmored Coaxial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Insights \u0026amp; FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this 5.0-meter probe compatible with a 9.0-meter Proximitor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The total electrical length of the probe and any extension cable must match the specific calibration of the Proximitor Sensor. Using a 5.0-meter probe with a 9.0-meter Proximitor will cause a \"Scale Factor\" error, resulting in incorrect vibration readings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the benefits of the ClickLoc connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ClickLoc connector on the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330102-00-20-50-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprovides a secure, vibration-resistant connection. It is designed to prevent accidental disconnection and requires no special tools for mating, ensuring reliable signal transmission in high-vibration machine casings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this probe withstand exposure to turbine oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 3300 XL probes are manufactured with materials highly resistant to most industrial lubricants and solvents. The gold-plated contacts and Ryton tip ensure long-term stability even in the chemically aggressive environments found in steam and gas turbines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering \u0026amp; Installation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGap Voltage Setting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a standard 3300 XL 8 mm system, the probe must be \"gapped\" to the midpoint of its linear range. Connect a voltmeter to the Proximitor \"OUT\" and \"COM\" terminals and adjust the probe position until the DC voltage reads -10.0 VDC. This ensures the probe has equal headroom to measure both positive and negative vibration peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Protection and Torque\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen installing the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330102-00-20-50-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e, do not over-torque the probe into the mounting bracket. Use a calibrated torque wrench and follow Bently Nevada's guidelines (typically 5.1 N-m or 45 in-lb for 3\/8-24 threads). Ensure the ClickLoc connector is clean and dry; if moisture is present, use a connector protector or specialized heat-shrink tubing to prevent signal drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Management and Armor Grounding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe armored cable protects the inner coaxial line from physical crushing and abrasion. Ensure the armor is not used as a primary ground path; the system should be grounded at the Proximitor end only. Avoid routing the armored cable in parallel with high-voltage AC lines to prevent induced electromagnetic noise in the vibration signal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52668323266923,"sku":"330102-00-20-50-02-00","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/bently-nevada-330102-00-20-50-02-00-3300-xl-8-mm-proximity-probes-whhwhlc5ggu_c2ac6e47-f364-41ce-86cc-b8668aaa8065.jpg?v=1765447021","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/330102-00-20-50-02-00-bently-nevada-3300-xl-8-mm-proximity-probes","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}