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SKU: 330103-00-03-10-01-00

Bently Nevada 330103-00-03-10-01-00 Proximity Probe cable

Technical Specification Overview

The Bently Nevada 330103-00-03-10-01-00 serves as a high-precision, non-contacting sensor within the 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Transducer System. This probe measures both static (displacement) and dynamic (vibration) distances between the probe tip and a target shaft. By utilizing eddy current technology, the system converts these physical movements into electrical signals, allowing the monitoring hardware to track the health of rotating machinery with sub-milimeter accuracy.

Design and Functional Capabilities

Engineers designed the 3300 XL series to offer a significant performance upgrade over previous legacy systems. Specifically, this probe configuration features a standard 3/8-24 UNF thread and a 1.0-meter integral cable. The 8mm tip provides a linear range of 2.0 mm (80 mils), which remains the industry standard for most fluid-film bearing applications. Furthermore, the advanced molding processes used in the tip construction ensure a hermetic seal, protecting the internal coil from oil, steam, and chemical ingress.

  • Brand: Bently Nevada
  • Model Number: 330103-00-03-10-01-00
  • System Series: 3300 XL 8mm
  • Unthreaded Length: 0.0 inches
  • Overall Case Length: 0.3 inches
  • Total Length: 1.0 Meter
  • Connector Option: Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector with silicone boot
  • Agency Approval: Standard
  • Thread Type: 3/8-24 UNF

Operational Impact and Applications

This proximity probe actively powers predictive maintenance programs by providing a continuous stream of data to Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI). Consequently, operators can visualize shaft behavior in real-time, identifying problematic trends such as oil whirl, shaft rub, or excessive eccentricity. Moreover, the integration of these probes into a 3500 series rack enables automatic machinery protection, triggering alarms or shutdowns before vibration levels reach a catastrophic threshold.

Common industrial applications include:

  • Radial Vibration: Monitoring shaft orbits in high-speed centrifugal compressors.
  • Axial Thrust: Tracking the longitudinal position of turbine rotors to prevent bearing contact.
  • Phase Reference: Utilizing the probe as a Keyphasor to determine rotational speed and vector filtering.

Mechanical Integrity and Installation

To ensure long-term stability, Bently Nevada utilizes a 304 stainless steel case and a high-performance coaxial cable. The patented ClickLoc connector technology ensures a vibration-resistant electrical path, while the included silicone boot seals the connection against environmental contaminants. Furthermore, the 3300 XL probes demonstrate excellent thermal stability, maintaining a consistent Scale Factor even when temperatures fluctuate significantly within the bearing housing.