Description

Engineered for high-precision rotating machinery monitoring, the Bently Nevada 330101-00-80-10-02-00 is an eddy-current 8 mm proximity probe designed for non-contact shaft vibration and position measurement. This exact configuration is built with a standard 3/8-24 UNF thread housing and is fully threaded (0.0 inches of unthreaded length), presenting an extended 8.0-inch overall case length. It integrates a 1.0-meter standard coaxial cable without armor, terminated in a miniature ClickLoc connector. Free of hazardous area approvals, this specific variant is optimized for cost-effective installation in general-purpose industrial environments where mechanical armor or connector protectors are not required.

As a key component of the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System, this probe operates on the eddy-current principle to measure static and dynamic distances between the probe tip and a conductive target, typically an AISI 4140 steel shaft. It pairs seamlessly with a 3300 XL Proximitor sensor and a corresponding extension cable, providing a linear range of 2.0 mm (80 mils) with an incremental scale factor of 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil). This system delivers highly accurate displacement readings that are essential for machinery protection and predictive maintenance systems, such as the Bently Nevada 3500 series rack.

Features

• Fully threaded case (0.0 in unthreaded length) and long 8.0 in overall housing, ideal for deep bearing housings.
• 1.0 meter (3.3 feet) standard unarmored coaxial cable configuration.
• Standard miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector provides low-profile connection to extension cables.
• High-performance eddy-current transducer technology delivers reliable non-contact measurement.
• Full compatibility with Bently Nevada 3300 XL monitoring systems and 3500 rack modules.
• Viton O-ring design provides high-resistance sealing against differential pressure.

Applications

• Steam and gas turbine radial shaft vibration monitoring.
• Compressor, expander, and pump shaft axial position and displacement measurement.
• Thrust bearing wear and rotor dynamic tracking in large rotating machinery.
• Permanent machinery protection installations on industrial bearing casings.

Ordering Information

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

To ensure optimal performance and prevent premature failure of the 3300 XL proximity probe during installation, observe the following guidelines:

• Probe Gap: Mount the probe with the appropriate mechanical clearance gap (typically calibrated to -9 Vdc, or approximately 1.27 mm / 50 mils) corresponding to the target center-line of the linear range.
• Thread Engagement: Do not exceed the maximum recommended thread engagement of 0.563 inches for 3/8-24 threads to prevent binding.
• Cable Routing: Always route the probe and extension cables with proper shielding, grounding, and isolation from high-voltage lines. Use conduits or cable trays to prevent mechanical damage.
• Torque Limits: Connectors should be finger-tight only. Do not use tools on the ClickLoc gold connectors to avoid damage to the gold plating and physical structure.