Product Overview

The Bently Nevada 330103-00-16-10-02-00 is a high-performance eddy current sensor belonging to the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System. This precision instrument is engineered to monitor rotating machinery by measuring the gap between the probe tip and a conductive target, such as a shaft. It is capable of capturing both static displacement (position) and dynamic motion (vibration) without physical contact. As a core component of Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI), this probe is fully compliant with API 670 standards, ensuring high-fidelity signal transmission for critical machinery protection and condition monitoring.

Hardware Parameters and Key Technical Characteristics

The 330103-00-16-10-02-00 is designed for rugged industrial use, featuring a metric M10 thread and advanced thermal stability. One of its primary advantages is complete interchangeability; the probe, extension cable, and Proximitor sensor can be swapped without the need for individual component calibration or circuit trimming.

• Model Number 330103-00-16-10-02-00

• Probe Tip Diameter 8 mm

• Thread Type M10 x 1 Metric Thread (Unarmored)

• Unthreaded Length 0 mm (Option -00)

• Overall Case Length 160 mm (Option -16)

• Total Length 1.0 Meter (3.3 feet) (Option -10)

• Connector Type Miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector with gold plating (Option -02)

• Agency Approvals Standard Multiple Approvals (Option -00)

• Linear Range 2.0 mm (80 mils), starting at approximately 0.25 mm (10 mils) from the tip

• Sensitivity 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) when used with a 3300 XL Proximitor

Industrial Applications and Operational Use Cases

This proximity probe is a versatile solution for large-scale rotating equipment found in power plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities. Its robust design allows it to function reliably in environments characterized by high temperatures and lubricating fluids.

• Radial Vibration Monitoring Measuring shaft orbit and vibration within fluid-film bearings to detect unbalance or misalignment.

• Axial Position (Thrust) Tracking shaft movement to prevent rotor-to-stator contact and thrust bearing failure.

• Keyphasor and Speed Sensing Providing timing signals and RPM data for phase-related diagnostics and speed control logic.

• Eccentricity Measurement Determining the amount of shaft bow in large turbines during startup or shutdown sequences.

• Predictive Maintenance Supplying high-resolution data to the Bently Nevada 3500 Monitoring System for trend analysis and early fault detection.