Product Overview

The PR6424/01 CS CON021 is a high-sensitivity 16mm eddy current sensor engineered by Emerson for the EPRO machinery protection range. This inductive displacement transducer is a vital instrument for the non-contacting acquisition of shaft motion, specializing in the detection of radial vibration and axial position in heavy-duty rotating assets. By generating a high-frequency electromagnetic field, the sensor tracks minute changes in distance between the probe tip and the target surface, providing real-time analog data to Distributed Control Systems (DCS). While the OEM discontinued this specific product line on December 31, 2018, this brand-new unit remains a critical component for maintaining legacy AMS 6500 Classic systems, ensuring the continued safety and operational reliability of industrial turbines and compressors.

Core Technical Profile and Mechanical Specifications

This module is constructed to withstand the severe thermal and mechanical stresses inherent in large-scale industrial machinery. The PR6424/01 CS CON021 offers superior signal linearity and resistance to environmental contamination.

• Manufacturer Emerson (EPRO Series)

• Model Identification PR6424/01 CS

• Signal Converter Reference CON021

• Net Weight 0.46 kg

• Module Dimensions 17 x 3.7 x 21 cm

• Sensing Diameter 16 mm Inductive Tip

• Technology Type Eddy Current (Non-contacting)

• Country of Origin USA

• Integration Compatibility AMS 6500 Classic System / DCS Platforms

• Standardization Code HS 8537101190

• Interface Service Compatible with Ethernet router and signal processing services

Strategic Machinery Applications and Deployment

The 16mm diameter of the PR6424/01 CS CON021 allows for a larger linear measurement range compared to smaller probes, making it ideal for monitoring significant shaft movements in the following sectors:

• Power Generation Assets Continuous tracking of thermal expansion and shaft vibration in large-scale steam and gas turbines to prevent rotor-to-stator contact.

• Petrochemical Extraction Monitoring axial thrust and radial displacement in heavy-duty centrifugal compressors and high-pressure pumps.

• Condition-Based Maintenance Serving as the primary data source for early fault detection in hydro-generator bearings and large industrial motors.

• Environmental Resistance Operating reliably in oil-saturated, high-pressure, and high-temperature environments typical of turbine housings.

• Asset Lifecycle Management Providing an essential direct-replacement solution for existing machinery protection racks to avoid costly system migrations and maintain certified safety standards.