{"product_id":"30881-16-00-060-01-02-bently-nevada-proximity-transducer-proxpac-xl-series","title":"30881-16-00-060-01-02 Bently Nevada Proximity Transducer PROXPAC XL Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 30881-16-00-060-01-02\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003e30881\u003c\/strong\u003e Proximity Transducer utilized to execute non-contacting shaft displacement and vibration tracking across PROXPAC XL Series platforms. The integrated assembly packages an 8 mm eddy-current sensor head within an adjustable housing, providing direct transmission of physical gap variances into machinery protection loop monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePart Number Suffix Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30881\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base model code for the PROXPAC XL Proximity Transducer housing assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-16\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3300 XL 8 mm probe configuration supplied without standard hazardous area agency approvals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-00\u003c\/strong\u003e: Standoff adapter configuration specifying no extra standoff sleeve component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-060\u003c\/strong\u003e: Probe penetration depth parameter calibrated at exactly 60 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-01\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conduit connection configuration providing one M25 cable fitting and two plugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-02\u003c\/strong\u003e: Machine mounting thread option specifying a 3\/4-14 NPT process connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30881-16-00-060-01-02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.8 x 9.5 x 9.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +177 deg C (Probe head environment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive transducer mechanism reliant on external loop supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe Tip Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePenetration Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4-14 NPT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne M25 fitting, two block plugs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTariff Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8537101190\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEddy-Current Probe Scaling \u0026amp; Rotor Dynamics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware design preserves standard eddy-current probe scaling performance inside the target mechanical loop. This calibration profile supports consistent gap voltage validation (-10 VDC targets) across fluid-film bearings, allowing field teams to establish an accurate electrical center during installation. By tracking dynamic gap fluctuations, the sensor transfers raw data indicating real-time rotor dynamics stability, including oil whirl, imbalance, and shaft deflection trends. Complete cross-talk suppression features are integrated into the internal coaxial connection block, preventing inductive measurement distortion when parallel machine housing taps are executed in close proximity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 30881-16-00-060-01-02 PROXPAC XL Transducer Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x M25 Cable Fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Conduit Sealing Plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConduit and Placement Restrictions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnforce a minimum physical bend radius of 76 mm along the internal coaxial sensor routing lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute signal output multi-core extension wiring at least 300 mm away from high-power industrial switching gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing Mechanical Engagement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage the 3\/4-14 NPT mounting thread into the machine casing wall, satisfying the standard 5-thread minimum engagement rule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the 60 mm penetration depth clearances before torquing the outer locknut to prevent physical probe tip destruction on startup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShield Electrical Bonding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBond the coaxial cable outer braid layer strictly to the instrument clean ground bar at the destination rack panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate the shield at the physical machine casing boundary to stop circulating multi-point grounding loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can this PROXPAC XL sensor assembly be hot-swapped while the turbine protection panel is powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, it can be hot-swapped provided that the associated 3500 monitoring channel is placed in bypass to prevent false machinery trip sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the transmitter housing contribute any electrical backplane current load to the TSI rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, this is a passive transducer assembly that receives its signal excitation voltage from the external Proximitor sensor loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What occurs if the 3\/4-14 NPT mounting thread engagement drops below the standard 5-thread limit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Inadequate thread engagement compromises mechanical containment, risking oil leaks and causing structural probe vibration under high machine load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does target steel alloy variation alter factory eddy-current probe scaling accuracy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Standard scaling assumes an AISI 4140 steel target; non-magnetic or stainless surfaces alter mutual inductance and shift calibration scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What field validation test checks the health of the 8 mm probe coils?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Measure the static terminal resistance across the center conductor and outer shield; open or shorted loops indicate structural coil failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Are there any digital firmware flash compatibility steps needed when updating this transducer part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the assembly utilizes purely analog electromagnetic components, requiring no internal microcontrollers, firmware, or software flash tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What failure code is observed if moisture breaches the internal M25 fitting environment?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Moisture infiltration causes a shift in loop capacitance, driving the gap voltage validation (-10 VDC targets) out of its linear range limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How should field technicians handle internal cross-talk suppression if multiple probes are grouped together?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Maintain the minimum physical sensor separation limits defined by the OEM manual to prevent mutual magnetic field overlap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46026169942189,"sku":"30881-16-00-060-01-02","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/xian11_aa86a60a-339c-410c-bd9a-af7fbcfdcc24.jpg?v=1784119618","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/30881-16-00-060-01-02-bently-nevada-proximity-transducer-proxpac-xl-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}