Product Overview

The 330103-02-08-10-02-RU is a high-performance 8mm eddy-current proximity probe, serving as the frontline sensing component for the Bently Nevada 3300 XL monitoring series. This metric-threaded sensor is engineered to provide non-contacting displacement data by converting the physical gap between the probe tip and a rotating shaft into an accurate electrical signal. Designed for industrial longevity, this probe is a primary input for Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI), facilitating real-time monitoring of radial vibration and axial position. The "RU" suffix indicates regional compliance or specific market certification (typically Russian GOST-R or similar standards), ensuring the hardware meets strict regulatory requirements for machinery protection in diverse geographic locations.

Hardware Architecture and Sensing Parameters

• Probe Tip Diameter: 8 mm

• Thread Interface: M10 x 1 (Metric threads)

• Unthreaded Length: 20 mm (approx. 0.8 in)

• Total Case Length: 80 mm (approx. 3.1 in)

• Total Cable Length: 1.0 Meter (3.3 Feet)

• Armor Configuration: No armor (Standard flexible cable)

• Connector Technology: Miniature Coaxial ClickLoc gold-plated connector

• Structural Innovations: Patented TipLoc molding for superior tip-to-body bonding

• Calibration Target: AISI 4140 Steel (Standard)

• Environmental Compatibility: Fully hermetic seal with oil and moisture resistance

Industrial Monitoring and System Deployment

This proximity probe is a critical requirement for high-reliability machinery protection in the oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation sectors. It is specifically optimized for machines utilizing fluid-film bearings, such as centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and industrial fans. The 330103-02-08-10-02-RU is frequently deployed to monitor rotor dynamics, detect bearing wear, and provide Keyphasor signals for phase-locked speed measurements. Its metric threading and 1.0-meter cable length make it ideal for European and international equipment specifications where precise mounting through machine casings is necessary. By delivering deterministic vibration data to 3500 series monitoring racks, this probe helps prevent catastrophic machinery failure and supports sophisticated predictive maintenance programs.