{"product_id":"330901-00-40-05-02-05-bently-nevada-3300-nsv-proximity-probes","title":"330901-00-40-05-02-05 Bently Nevada 3300 NSv Proximity Probes","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bently Nevada 330901-00-40-05-02-05 is a specialized 3300 NSv (Near-field Sensing) proximity probe designed specifically for small-bore, high-speed rotating machinery. Unlike standard 8 mm probes, the NSv system is engineered for applications where target areas are limited or where standard eddy-current transducers would suffer from interference due to the small diameter of the shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis transducer system provides highly accurate measurements of radial vibration and axial position in machinery that typically utilizes smaller shafts, such as miniature gas turbines, turbochargers, and high-speed centrifuges. Its design utilizes a smaller tip diameter, allowing for precise tracking of rotating components where space and target geometry are constrained. By providing a clean, linear signal to the vibration monitoring system, the 330901-00-40-05-02-05 helps maintenance teams capture early warning signs of rotor instability, misalignment, or bearing wear before they progress into critical equipment failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e330901-00-40-05-02-05\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.22 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhysical Probe Assembly Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80.00 mm (8.00 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Box Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.00 x 20.00 x 10.00 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe Tip Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAISI 303 or 304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-35 deg C to +177 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLinear Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 mm (60 mils)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15.75 V\/mm (400 mV\/mil)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Electrical System Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.00 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiniature coaxial ClickLoc connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgency Approval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHazardous Area (ATEX\/IECEx)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Configuration Explanation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model string 330901-00-40-05-02-05 identifies specific engineering attributes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e330901: NSv Proximity Probe, 3300 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e00: Unthreaded length (0 mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40: Overall case length (40 mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e05: Total probe length (0.5 meters).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e02: Connector type, miniature coaxial ClickLoc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e05: Agency approval option, covering ATEX\/IECEx standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NSv system is the preferred choice for niche, high-precision applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurbochargers: Monitoring vibration levels in high-speed automotive and industrial turbochargers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall Gas Turbines: Essential for monitoring rotor health in micro-turbine power generation sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-Speed Tool Spindles: Tracking vibration in precision machining centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiniature Centrifuges: Detecting shaft runout in medical or chemical processing centrifuges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall-bore Pumps: Providing instrumentation for pumps where standard 8 mm probes are physically too large for the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain the performance specifications, the 330901 probe must be integrated into a complete 3300 NSv transducer loop. This includes the calibrated 330930 extension cable and the 330980 NSv Proximitor sensor. It is imperative to note that the NSv system is not cross-compatible with standard 3300 XL Proximitor sensors; the oscillator frequency and gain settings are tuned specifically for the NSv probe tip geometry. Mixing components will result in severe signal non-linearity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect installation ensures the sensitivity and reliability of the measurement:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Preparation: Verify the mounting bore is clean and that the probe threads engage smoothly. Do not force the housing, as it can damage the probe's internal coil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGap Verification: Use a non-conductive feeler gauge (standard 1.0 mm or 40 mils) to set the probe-to-target gap. The NSv system has a shorter linear range than standard 8 mm probes, making precise gap setting even more critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShielding: Because the NSv system is sensitive to the surrounding environment, route cables through shielded, grounded conduit to avoid high-frequency electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnector Maintenance: Ensure the ClickLoc connectors are hand-tightened and secured to prevent vibration-induced disconnects. Use dielectric grease to maintain connectivity in humid, oily industrial atmospheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperior Resolution for Small Targets: Specifically tuned to provide high-accuracy signal output from small-diameter rotating shafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Sensitivity: Features a 400 mV\/mil sensitivity, effectively amplifying vibration signals from small rotating mass components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnvironmental Robustness: Like the XL series, the NSv probes are built to withstand high temperatures and oil immersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact Design: Ideal for machine designs where standard 8 mm probes are physically incompatible with the bearing housing clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 330901-00-40-05-02-05 Proximity Probe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes necessary mounting hardware (nuts and O-rings).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory calibration documentation is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequired: 330930 extension cable and 330980 NSv Proximitor sensor (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLogistics and Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead Time: 3-5 days for typical orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobal Transit: Fast, secure shipping provided via DHL, FedEx, or UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging: All Bently Nevada components are shipped in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eanti-static industrial packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e. This high-specification protection is critical, as it eliminates electrostatic discharge (ESD) risks and provides robust mechanical cushioning, ensuring the precision tip and delicate coaxial cable arrive in original, factory-calibrated condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy is the sensitivity of the NSv probe higher than standard 8 mm probes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NSv is designed for small targets, requiring a higher voltage output per mil of displacement to maintain the resolution necessary for micro-machine monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan I use a 3300 XL Proximitor with an NSv probe?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The NSv probe requires the 330980 NSv Proximitor. The oscillation characteristics are fundamentally different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow should I mount the probe in a limited space?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the factory-recommended mounting brackets designed for 3300 NSv probes to ensure the assembly remains rigid despite the small probe size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat if the probe is exposed to chemical vapor?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPS tip is highly resistant, but standard industrial practice requires minimizing direct contact with aggressive solvents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs the gap voltage setting the same as standard 8 mm probes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, refer to the 330901 datasheet gap voltage recommendations; it is optimized for the NSv system's specific linear range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan I trim the cable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever. The system is factory-calibrated for the total length of the probe and extension cable. Trimming alters the impedance and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow do I identify if the probe is NSv or XL?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNSv probes have a distinct tip geometry and are clearly labeled on the probe body; always cross-reference the model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the expected service life of the NSv system?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder standard operating temperatures in clean oil systems, these probes typically perform reliably for over 8-10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 330930-040-00-05 (NSv Extension Cable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 330980-50-00 (NSv Proximitor Sensor)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 330101-00-05-10-11-00 (Standard 8 mm Probe variant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 330104-00-10-50-02-00 (8 mm long-thread variant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 330851-02-00 (System testing kit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBently Nevada 129061-01 (Mounting clamp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518885028013,"sku":"330901-00-40-05-02-05","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-330901-00-40-05-02-05-3300-nsv-proximity-probes-coes4qynpgi.jpg?v=1766981035","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/330901-00-40-05-02-05-bently-nevada-3300-nsv-proximity-probes","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}