Bently Nevada 330130-080-02-05 3300 XL 8mm Extension Cable

High-Fidelity Signal Connectivity for Machinery Protection

The Bently Nevada 330130-080-02-05 drives superior signal integrity within the 3300 XL Proximity Transducer System. This 8.0-meter extension cable bridges the critical gap between proximity probes and Proximitor sensors, protecting the high-frequency eddy current signals required for precise machinery diagnostics. By utilizing low-loss coaxial construction, the cable prevents signal degradation and electromagnetic interference (EMI) from compromising vibration data. This reliability ensures that the 3500 Monitoring System receives the accurate, real-time information necessary for automated machinery protection and early fault detection in high-speed rotating assets.

Critical Technical Specifications

• Brand: Bently Nevada
• Part Number: 330130-080-02-05
• Product Series: 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Transducer System
• Cable Length: 8.0 meters
• Connector Option: Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connectors with Connector Protector
• Agency Approval: Multiple Agency Approvals (05 option – ATEX/IECEx/CSA)
• Jacket Material: Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP)
• Operating Temperature: -52°C to +177°C (-62°F to +350°F)
• System Length: Designed for 9.0-meter total electrical length systems
• Hazardous Area Rating: Certified for Zone 0, 1, and 2 environments

Robust Environmental Protection and Reliability

The 330130-080-02-05 empowers maintenance teams to monitor equipment in volatile and harsh industrial settings. The FEP jacket resists chemical corrosion, moisture ingress, and extreme thermal cycling, maintaining electrical stability even when exposed to lubricating oils or caustic process fluids. Furthermore, the 02 connector option includes a factory-installed connector protector, which seals the coaxial junction against environmental contaminants and prevents accidental grounding. This ruggedized design effectively minimizes unplanned downtime by eliminating common signal failure points in:

• Large-scale steam and gas turbine decks
• Multi-stage centrifugal and axial compressors
• Critical hydrocarbon processing pumps
• Industrial gearboxes and electric motors

Installation and System Configuration

Technicians utilize the 330130-080-02-05 to complete a standard 9.0-meter measurement loop. The “ClickLoc” connectors feature a gold-plated, positive-lock mechanism that prevents accidental disconnection caused by high-frequency machinery vibration. To ensure peak measurement accuracy and a calibrated scale factor of 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil), the user must pair this 8.0-meter cable with a 1.0-meter proximity probe. The 05 agency approval option ensures that the entire sensor loop meets strict safety standards for explosive atmospheres, allowing for seamless integration into plant-wide safety-instrumented systems (SIS) and Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI).