Bently Nevada 330101-00-16-10-02-00 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe
Bently Nevada 330101-00-16-10-02-00 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe
The Bently Nevada 330101-00-16-10-02-00, also cataloged as the 330101 proximity probe, operates as a dedicated hardware component for non-contact displacement measurement within the 3300 XL monitoring system.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
- 330101: Base model, 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe
- -00: Unthreaded length option, 0 mm
- -16: Case length option, 160 mm
- -10: Total cable length option, 1.0 m (3.3 ft)
- -02-00: Miniature coaxial connector with standard protector, no stainless steel armor
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 330101-00-16-10-02-00 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Dimensions | 160 mm case length; 1.0 m cable |
| Operating Temp | Not specified |
| Power Consumption | Passive eddy-current probe |
| Module Type | 8 mm proximity probe |
| Core Performance | Non-contact measurement of dynamic/static displacement |
| Connector Type | Miniature coaxial with protector, no stainless steel armor |
| System Compatibility | Fully compatible with 3300 XL proximitor monitors and extension cables |
Rotor Dynamics and Gap Voltage Validation
The 3300 XL probe family, including the 330101-00-16-10-02-00, adheres to standardized eddy-current probe scaling. Gap voltage validation at -10 VDC ensures proper biasing and linear displacement response. The coaxial connector geometry suppresses cross-talk, maintaining stable rotor dynamics signatures even in dense cable routing environments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can the probe be installed without stainless steel armor? A: Yes. This variant (-02-00) is supplied without stainless steel armor, suitable for controlled environments where mechanical protection is not required.
Q: Does the probe require a matching extension cable? A: Yes. Correct scaling and calibration depend on pairing with the designated extension cable length.
Q: Is the probe interchangeable with other 3300 XL components? A: Yes. It is fully compatible with standard proximitor sensors and extension cables without bench recalibration.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Align the probe tip perpendicular to the shaft surface for accurate displacement measurement.
- Route the 1.0 m cable with minimal bending near the connector to preserve coaxial impedance.
- Ground shielding at the proximitor end only to prevent ground-loop interference.
- Avoid routing near high-current conductors to minimize electromagnetic distortion.
- Verify gap voltage during commissioning to confirm correct mechanical positioning.
Bently Nevada 330101-00-16-10-02-00 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe
