{"product_id":"bently-nevada-177314-01-tk-3g-air-driven-proximity-system-test-kit","title":"Bently Nevada 177314-01 TK-3g Air Driven Proximity System Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered for high-reliability field verification and calibration of proximity transducer systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 177314-01\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as an air-driven mechanical simulator that replicates static and dynamic shaft motion. This calibration instrument utilizes a compressed air supply to drive its internal motor, making it an intrinsically safer choice for hazardous locations where electrical power is restricted or prohibited. Outfitted with an \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish scale micrometer\u003c\/strong\u003e calibrated in mils, the unit enables site engineers to accurately plot proximity probe calibration curves (voltage versus gap) and verify the electrical performance of vibration monitoring loops before commissioning or after maintenance shutdowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntrinsically Safe Pneumatic Drive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates strictly on clean, dry compressed air up to 90 psi, eliminating electrical ignition risks in volatile industrial environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise English Calibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a built-in spindle micrometer option calibrated in English units (mils) for linear displacement testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable Dynamic Simulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers mechanical spindle speeds from 0 up to 5000 cpm for verifying vibration transmitter frequency response and system thresholds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuggedized Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housed in a durable carrying case designed to meet IP54 environmental standards when fully closed, protecting internal mechanics from dust and moisture ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Probe Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accommodates standard Bently Nevada proximity probe diameters using standard holding fixtures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eField verification of Bently Nevada 3300 XL and legacy proximity transducer systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoop checks and calibration of Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) in power generation facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHazardous-area vibration monitor testing in oil and gas refineries and petrochemical processing plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeriodic plant maintenance shutdown checks of displacement, thrust position, and speed measurement chains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; font-size: 0.95rem; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e177314-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInstrument Variant\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eAir Driven TK-3g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eScale Calibration Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eEnglish (Mils \/ Thousandths of an Inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum Air Supply Pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e90 psi (6.2 bar) maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperational Speed Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e0 to 5000 cpm (cycles per minute) +\/- 1000 cpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEnvironmental Enclosure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eIP54 (when protective lid is closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e0 degC to 54 degC (32 degF to 130 degF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e-18 degC to 65 degC (0 degF to 150 degF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e95% Non-Condensing Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e19.5 cm x 29.9 cm x 24.8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Instrument Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e5.22 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e8.00 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eUnited States (U.S.A.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; font-size: 0.95rem; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003ePort \/ Interface Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; color: #1a365d;\"\u003eFunctional Description \u0026amp; Connection Rule\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePneumatic Inlet Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eStandard quick-connect fitting for clean, dry regulated supply air (90 psi maximum limit).\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNeedle Control Valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eManual air flow regulator used to vary the rotational speed of the dynamic wobble plate (0 to 5000 cpm).\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProximity Probe Holder Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eAdjustable mechanical fixture that positions the probe directly above the target wobble plate or micrometer spindle.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe 177314-01 TK-3g pneumatic model is the direct operational alternative to the electrically driven TK-3e model. While the TK-3e requires local AC voltage (which poses electrical safety concerns in hazardous areas), the 177314-01 runs entirely on pressurized air. Both systems use identical physical adapters for holding Bently Nevada 3300 XL and 7200 series proximity probes. Ensure that you match your plant's standard calibration procedures—this unit uses English (mils) measurement increments; if your site works in metric dimensions, the metric variant of the TK-3g must be selected instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eA major field issue encountered with pneumatic calibrators is air supply contamination. Moisture, oil, or particulates in the supply air line will degrade the internal pneumatic motor over time, leading to erratic rotational speeds or premature spindle seizure. Always install an inline, 5-micron particulate and moisture filter regulator before connecting the air supply to the unit. Furthermore, exceeding the 90 psi threshold can cause severe overspeed of the dynamic wobble plate, resulting in mechanical bearing wear and potential misalignment of the target disk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Calibration Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen performing a static calibration check, mount the proximity probe perpendicularly to the micrometer face. Tighten the probe holder collar firmly but do not over-torque, as this can distort the probe sleeve and cause false voltage readings. When charting the curve, step the micrometer in increments of 10 mils (0.010 inches) and record the corresponding DC gap voltage from the proximitor sensor. For highly precise results, verify that the target disk material on the TK-3g matches the target material of your operational machinery (typically AISI 4140 steel) to prevent material-induced calibration offsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0.5rem 0 0 0; color: #9b2c2c; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eDo not exceed 90 psi supply air pressure. Ensure the air line is completely de-energized and bled to 0 psi before connecting or disconnecting pneumatic fittings. Keep fingers and loose apparel clear of the rotating dynamic wobble plate assembly while the air supply is active to prevent serious physical injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSupply Air Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect a clean, dry, instrument-grade air source through a filter-regulator to the pneumatic inlet port. Maintain pressure limits below 90 psi.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eProbe Mechanical Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fit the correct probe adapter into the holding arm and insert your proximity probe. Securely lock the probe at the desired starting depth, perpendicular to the test target.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eStatic Calibration Curve Mapping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the air supply control valve is closed. Rotate the mechanical micrometer spindle manually to verify voltage increments and calibrate the proximity sensor range.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Loop Verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reposition the probe to face the dynamic wobble plate. Gently open the needle valve to run the air motor, verifying the system's dynamic vibration response on your monitoring system.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52668306129259,"sku":"177314-01","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/177314-01-kxvzurgkhyr_2587005d-244e-4ce1-9b7e-427b41c4d523.jpg?v=1765520665","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/bently-nevada-177314-01-tk-3g-air-driven-proximity-system-test-kit","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}