Configured for precise rotor vibration and position telemetry in rotating machinery protection platforms, the Bently Nevada 330173-00-02-20-02-05 (330173-00-02-20-02-05 Proximity Transducer) provides direct physical/electrical execution.

Model Matrix & Ordering Suffix Breakdown

The part number 330173-00-02-20-02-05 defines the physical, mechanical, and electrical configuration of the 3300 XL NSV Proximity Transducer system. Each digit group corresponds to a specific manufacturing option:

• 330173: Base model number for the 3300 XL NSV Proximity Transducer
• 00: Unthreaded length option (0.0 inches)
• 02: Total length option (0.2 meters)
• 20: Connector option (Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector with protector)
• 02: Cable type option (Fluid-resistant coaxial cable with Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene jacket)
• 05: Agency approval option (Multiple approvals: CSA, ATEX, IECEx certified)

Hardware Specifications

Rotor Dynamics & Eddy-Current Proximity Transducer Scaling

The Bently Nevada 3300 XL NSV proximity transducer system processes high-frequency radio frequency signals generated by the proximitor sensor to monitor static and dynamic displacement of rotating shafts. The eddy-current probe scaling is calibrated precisely to 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil), establishing a linear operating range of 1.5 mm. Gap voltage validation targets -10 VDC under nominal operating conditions, ensuring optimal linearity across radial vibration and axial thrust measurements. Cross-talk suppression mechanisms are embedded within the multi-conductor shielded architecture, preventing electromagnetic interference from adjacent high-voltage machinery lines or variable frequency drives in industrial compressor and turbine skids.

Kit Contents & Delivery Components

• 1 x 3300 XL NSV Proximity Sensor Tip
• 1 x Integrated Coaxial Cable with ClickLoc Connector
• 1 x Weatherproof Protective Connector Protector Cap
• 1 x Threaded Mounting Hardware Kit with Locknuts
• 1 x Technical Calibration and Conformance Data Sheet

Mechanical Mounting & Electrical Installation Guidelines

• Ensure the probe tip is mounted perpendicularly to the observed rotor target surface to maintain linear scale factor accuracy.
• Maintain a minimum radial clearance distance of 25 mm from adjacent structural boundaries to prevent stray eddy-current field distortion.
• Torque threaded probe bodies using calibrated open-end wrenches according to specified thread pitch tolerances (e.g., 3/8-24 UNF).
• Route the low-noise coaxial extension cables through dedicated grounded metallic conduit, completely segregated from AC power wiring.
• Terminate shield drain wires exclusively at the instrument rack barrier earth terminal to avoid ground loop current induction.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the nominal output scale factor for this proximity transducer system?
• A: The transducer delivers a calibrated scale factor of 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) across its linear working range.
• Q: What supply voltage range is required to power the proximitor sensor module?
• A: The unit requires a regulated negative DC supply voltage ranging between -17.5 VDC and -26 VDC.
• Q: Can this transducer operate in hazardous industrial environments?
• A: Yes, the unit includes multiple hazardous area certifications including CSA, ATEX, and IECEx approvals.
• Q: What is the linear measurement range of the 3300 XL NSV model?
• A: The linear measurement range is 1.5 mm (60 mils), optimized for small shaft applications.
• Q: How should the coaxial cable shield be grounded during installation?
• A: The shield must be grounded only at the instrument rack end to prevent electromagnetic ground loops.
• Q: What is the operating temperature range for the probe tip assembly?
• A: The probe tip and cable assembly withstand operating temperatures from -35 deg C to +85 deg C.
• Q: What connector type is utilized on the sensor cable assembly?
• A: It utilizes a miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector equipped with a protective cap to secure mating integrity.
• Q: Does the transducer support signal transmission over long cable lengths?
• A: Total system length configurations up to 5 meters are supported without altering baseline scale factor performance.