{"product_id":"330104-00-18-10-01-00-bently-nevada-3300-xl-8mm-proximity-probe","title":"330104-00-18-10-01-00 Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Probe","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 330104-00-18-10-01-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erepresents the industry's most trusted solution for non-contact displacement and vibration monitoring. This 3300 XL 8mm proximity probe tracks the microscopic movements of rotating shafts in high-criticality assets, such as steam turbines, centrifugal compressors, and large-scale industrial motors. By utilizing advanced eddy current technology, the sensor captures both radial vibration and axial position data without physical contact, ensuring zero mechanical wear and long-term signal stability even in high-speed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating as a fundamental sensing element for Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI), this probe identifies early mechanical instabilities like shaft unbalance, misalignment, or bearing degradation. It delivers a high-fidelity voltage signal proportional to the gap between the probe tip and the target surface, enabling plant operators to implement sophisticated predictive maintenance. Its ruggedized design ensures consistent performance in the punishing environments typical of oil, gas, and power generation sectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Configuration (Part Number Breakdown)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330104-00-18-10-01-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efollows a modular engineering logic. Each segment of the part number dictates the mechanical fit and electrical compatibility of the sensor:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnthreaded Length Option (-00)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindicates a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.0-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eunthreaded length. This configuration provides a fully threaded probe body (3\/8-24 UNF), allowing for maximum installation stability and flexibility when mounting through thick brackets or machine casings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverall Case Length Option (-18)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis designates an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.8-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoverall case length. The 330104 threaded housing provides a secure mechanical anchor, ensuring the probe remains stable under high-vibration conditions within the machine housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTotal Length Option (-10)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003especifies a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.0-meter (approx. 3.3 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etotal probe lead length. In the 3300 XL ecosystem, the probe lead must be paired with the correct extension cable to match the Proximitor’s total system calibration (typically 5.0m or 9.0m) to maintain the precise 200 mV\/mil scale factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnector and Agency Option (-01-00)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoption signifies a miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector without a connector protector. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindicates standard global agency approvals, certifying the unit for safe operation in general industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProbe Tip Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.0 mm (0.315 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinear Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0 mm (80 mils)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Sensitivity (ISF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.87 V\/mm (200 mV\/mil)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAISI 4140 Steel (Standard Calibration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-51 °C to +177 °C (-60 °F to +351 °F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/8-24 UNF-2A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePressure Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealing up to 70 psi (4.8 bar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.0 Meter (Probe only)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Engineering Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful machinery protection depends on precise gapping and meticulous cable management during the installation process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGap Voltage Calibration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineers must set the initial \"Static Gap\" using a Digital Multimeter (DMM). For a 3300 XL 8mm system, the center of the linear range corresponds to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-10.0 VDC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adjust the probe depth until the Proximitor output reaches this value while the shaft remains at its rest position before tightening the locknuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCable Protection and Routing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoaxial leads are sensitive to physical deformation. Maintain a minimum bend radius of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25.4 mm (1.0 inch)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Protect the cable using flexible conduit to prevent mechanical damage and avoid running probe leads parallel to high-voltage AC lines to prevent electromagnetic interference (EMI) from corrupting the vibration signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTarget Material and Surface Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe probe is calibrated for AISI 4140 steel. If the target shaft uses a different alloy, the scale factor (sensitivity) will shift. Ensure the target area is free from scratches, rust, or magnetic inclusions (runout), as the sensor will interpret these surface imperfections as actual vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Performance PPS Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe probe tip utilizes Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), a high-performance thermoplastic that resists chemical corrosion and maintains structural integrity across extreme temperature cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPI 670 Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 3300 XL series meets or exceeds the American Petroleum Institute (API) 670 standards for machinery protection systems, ensuring global interoperability and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold-Plated ClickLoc Connectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGold-plated contacts ensure low-resistance signal transmission and prevent oxidation, a critical feature for high-humidity environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Interchangeability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe system allows for 100% interchangeability between probes, extension cables, and Proximitor sensors of the same electrical length, simplifying spare parts inventory and reducing maintenance downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Does this probe provide a 4-20mA output?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA1: No. This is a common misconception. Proximity probes provide a raw analog voltage signal (typically 200 mV\/mil). If your system requires a 4-20mA signal, you must connect the probe to a 3300 XL Proximitor that is specifically configured for 4-20mA output, or use a 3500 rack monitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can I use this 1.0m probe with a standard 5.0m system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA2: Yes, provided you pair it with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.0-meter extension cable\u003c\/strong\u003e. The total electrical length (Probe + Cable) must equal the calibration of the Proximitor (e.g., 5.0m total) to maintain the correct 200 mV\/mil sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Is this probe compatible with Ethernet communication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA3: No. The probe is a passive analog sensor. While some databases mistakenly list \"Ethernet router\" services, the 330104 probe provides a raw analog signal. Digital or network communication only occurs at the 3500 Monitoring Rack level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: How do I verify the health of the 330104 probe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA4: Measure the DC resistance between the center pin and the outer shield of the coaxial connector. A healthy 1.0m probe lead typically reads between\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5.0 Ω and 9.0 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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