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Engineered for critical machinery protection systems, the Bently Nevada 330102-00-20-10-00-00 is a high-precision 3300 XL series 8 mm proximity probe designed to monitor radial vibration, axial position, and keyphasor reference measurements on high-speed rotating shafts. This robust transducer features a 3/8-24 UNF threaded body fitted with integral fluid-resistant flexible armor to shield the internal coaxial line from harsh industrial environments. By providing continuous, non-contact displacement measurements, it prevents catastrophic mechanical failures in steam turbines, gas turbines, compressors, and high-performance pumps.
| Parameter | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model Code | 330102-00-20-10-00-00 |
| Product Series | 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System |
| Thread Size | 3/8-24 UNF |
| Unthreaded Length Option (00) | 0.0 inches (0 mm) |
| Overall Case Length Option (20) | 2.0 inches (51 mm) |
| Total Length Option (10) | 1.0 meter (3.3 feet) |
| Cable Armor Option | Fluid-resistant stainless steel armor |
| Connector Option (00) | Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector, standard plug |
| Agency Approval Option (00) | No approvals required (General Purpose) |
| Linear Range | 2.0 mm (80 mils), nominal |
| System Compatibility | 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor & Extension Cable |
| Operating Temperature Range | -51 degC to +177 degC (-60 degF to +350 degF) |
| Country of Origin | United States (USA) |
| Net Physical Weight | 0.323 kg (0.71 lbs) |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 1.500 kg (3.30 lbs) |
| Package Dimensions (Calculated) | 250 x 200 x 50 mm (9.8 x 7.9 x 2.0 in) |
| Connector Part | Electrical Mapping | Function / Shielding |
|---|---|---|
| Center Conductor Pin | Signal High (AC/DC RF) | Transmits high-frequency excitation signal from Proximitor to the probe coil. |
| Outer Coaxial Sleeve | Signal Common (COM) | Ground reference and signal return path. |
| Flexible Protective Armor | Chassis Ground (Isolated) | Acts as a Faraday shield against low-frequency electromagnetic interference. |
While the 3300 XL 8 mm system is backward compatible with non-XL 3300 5 mm and 8 mm system components, mixing components results in degraded performance. For instance, pairing an XL probe with a non-XL Proximitor sensor reduces the linear range and decreases thermal stability from +177 degC down to standard limits. Always match probe and extension cable total electrical lengths (e.g., this 1.0 m probe requires a 4.0 m extension cable to complete a standard 5.0 m loop configuration).
The target shaft must have a minimum diameter at least three times the diameter of the probe tip (minimum target diameter of 24 mm / 0.95 inches). Shaft diameters below this limit cause severe magnetic field distortion (side-viewing effects), resulting in non-linear voltage outputs. Additionally, ensure the shaft material is AISI 4140 steel; other materials like stainless steel or monel alter eddy current penetration, requiring physical sensor recalibration or custom scale factors.
During mechanical installation, always verify the probe gap using a static spindle micrometer and a digital voltmeter connected to the Proximitor sensor output. Set the nominal physical gap to generate approximately -10.0 VDC (the center point of the 3300 XL's linear range). Ensure the coaxial connectors are tightened securely using standard Bently Nevada connector tools; over-tightening or twisting the armor body can permanently damage the internal coaxial solder junctions.
Before attempting installation, ensure the monitored machinery is completely de-energized and locked out. Do not perform probe gap adjustments while the shaft is rotating. To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the probe tip or the Proximitor internal circuitry, discharge all body static by touching a grounded structure before handling the connector plug.
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