SKU: 330103-08-15-10-02-00

Bently Nevada 330103-08-15-10-02-00 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Probe

The Bently Nevada 330103-08-15-10-02-00 is a 3300 XL 8mm proximity probe with a 1.0-meter cable and 0.8″ unthreaded length. It provides precision, non-contacting vibration monitoring for critical industrial rotating machinery.

Overview

The Bently Nevada 330103-08-15-10-02-00 operates as a high-precision, non-contacting displacement sensor within the 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Transducer System. By generating an eddy current field, this probe accurately measures the distance between its tip and a rotating shaft. Because it converts mechanical movement into a proportional electrical signal, it allows the 3500 Monitoring System to track shaft vibration and axial position with extreme resolution.

Design and Functional Capabilities

Engineers designed this specific 3300 XL configuration to handle specialized mounting requirements where a significant unthreaded portion is necessary. This model features a 3/8-24 UNF threaded body and a 1.0-meter integral cable. Furthermore, the 8mm tip provides a standard linear range of 2.0 mm (80 mils), making it the primary choice for monitoring fluid-film bearings in high-speed industrial equipment.

Brand: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes)
Model Number: 330103-08-15-10-02-00
System Series: 3300 XL 8mm
Unthreaded Length: 0.8 inches
Overall Case Length: 1.5 inches
Total Cable Length: 1.0 Meter
Connector Option: Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector
Agency Approval: Standard
Body Thread: 3/8-24 UNF

Operational Impact and Applications

This proximity probe actively powers predictive maintenance strategies by delivering a continuous stream of machinery health data. Consequently, operators can identify mechanical faults such as rotor imbalance, shaft misalignment, or bearing degradation before they result in catastrophic failure. Moreover, the 3300 XL series offers enhanced thermal stability and a more consistent Scale Factor compared to legacy systems, ensuring reliable data even in fluctuating temperatures.

Common industrial applications include:

Radial Vibration: Measuring shaft orbit and dynamic movement in centrifugal compressors.
Axial Position: Tracking the thrust displacement of rotors in steam and gas turbines.
Keyphasor Timing: Providing a phase reference signal to synchronize vibration data with rotational speed.

Mechanical Integrity and Resilience

To ensure survival in punishing atmospheres, Bently Nevada utilizes a 304 stainless steel case and a high-performance coaxial cable jacket. The patented ClickLoc connector technology provides a secure, vibration-resistant electrical path that prevents accidental signal loss. Additionally, the PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) resin tip creates a hermetic seal against oil, water, and steam, allowing the probe to operate reliably inside the harsh internal environment of a bearing housing.