Bently Nevada 330103-00-07-10-02-CN 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe

Description

Optimized for critical machinery protection, the Bently Nevada 330103-00-07-10-02-CN provides precise non-contact eddy current displacement measurements in demanding industrial environments. As a core component of the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System, this probe is engineered to continuously monitor shaft vibration, axial position, and oil-film dynamic behavior on rotating machinery. Built with a high-durability Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) tip and an AISI 303/304 stainless steel threaded body, it resists extreme mechanical stress and chemical exposure while delivering excellent thermal stability and performance repeatability.

Features

• Fully Threaded Case: 0 mm unthreaded length option ensures rigid mounting and maximum thread engagement.
• Engineered Tip Material: Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) tip resists chemical degradation, moisture absorption, and thermal warping.
• Stainless Steel Construction: AISI 303/304 stainless steel case offers robust mechanical protection and atmospheric corrosion resistance.
• High-Reliability Connector: Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector maintains a secure, vibration-resistant electrical contact with standard coaxial cables.
• Integrated Pressure Seal: Internal Viton O-ring seals differential pressure between the probe tip and case assembly.

Applications

• Steam, gas, and hydro turbine shaft vibration and axial position monitoring.
• Centrifugal compressor radial dynamic motion and thrust bearing wear tracking.
• Industrial gearbox high-speed shaft runout and oil film thickness analysis.
• Heavy-duty utility pump and cooling fan bearing housing relative vibration measurement.

Technical Specifications

Connections and Interfaces

Empirical Engineering Insights

Alternative Models & Compatibility: The 330103 series probe operates natively with 3300 XL Proximitor Sensors (such as the 330180-series). When upgrading legacy (non-XL) 3300 8 mm probe setups, always verify the Proximitor sensor calibration and matched system electrical length (5-meter or 9-meter configurations) to avoid severe scale-factor errors.

Application Pitfalls & Engineering Notes: Because this specific option features 0 mm of unthreaded length, the probe is fully threaded up to the case transition. When threading this unit into machine housings, do not exceed the recommended mounting torque of 33.9 N-m (300 in-lb) to prevent structural deformation of the stainless steel case or damage to the internal Viton sealing ring. The PPS tip is resilient against chemicals but brittle under direct physical impacts; ensure target dynamic runout never makes physical contact with the probe tip.

Commissioning & Wiring Tips: Ensure the ClickLoc connectors are completely clean and dry before mating. Moisture or particulate ingress inside the coaxial joint will degrade signal impedance and distort the voltage-to-gap calibration. For robust wet-environment installations, wrap the mated ClickLoc joint with self-fusing silicone tape (such as Bently Nevada connector silicone tape) to isolate the connection from lube oil and water vapor.

Installation Guidelines