{"product_id":"bently-nevada-330104-00-08-10-01-00-3300-xl-8mm-metric-armored-proximity-probe","title":"Bently Nevada 330104-00-08-10-01-00 3300 XL 8mm Metric Armored Proximity Probe","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bently Nevada 330104-00-08-10-01-00 proximity probe acts as a high-reliability data acquisition source for critical rotating machinery supervision networks. This 3300 XL 8mm metric sensor actively monitors shaft radial vibration, axial thrust position, and rotational speed across complex industrial processing assets. By establishing a high-frequency electromagnetic field, the probe tracks microscopic displacement changes with extreme linearity, sending clean raw voltage telemetry directly to Bently Nevada 3500 protection racks and plant-wide Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Its flexible stainless-steel armor sleeve safeguards the internal coaxial cable from aggressive mechanical environments. Control room engineers rely on this continuous data flow to execute immediate emergency shutdown (ESD) sequences, mitigate mechanical friction, and safeguard high-capital assets like process compressors, gearboxes, and steam turbines from catastrophic failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStructural Nomenclature and Option Logic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alphanumeric configuration specifies the exact mechanical attributes and industrial layout compliance for this 3300 XL sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e00 - Fully Threaded Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-zero prefix specifies a 0 mm unthreaded length. The metric M10 x 1 threads extend the entire length of the stainless steel probe body, providing maximum positioning adjustment within bracket assemblies and mounting sleeves during machine alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e08 - Case Length Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis segment dictates an 80 mm total case length. This mid-sized barrel configuration provides rigid mechanical support for internal components while ensuring the probe assembly reaches through the machinery outer casing to face the target shaft securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e10 - Total Length Specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis option provides a 1.0-meter (3.3 feet) total physical length for the integrated probe lead. It ensures a short, low-resistance path out of the intense internal machine environment, facilitating clean connection handoffs to external system extension cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e01 - Connector and Protective Armor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis option pairs a miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector with an integrated factory connector protector sleeve and a standard armored cable jacket. The stainless steel armor prevents crushing, abrasion, and cutting from sharp internal machinery debris, maintaining the electrical shielding intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e00 - Hazardous Area Approval Status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final double-zero indicates that specific hazardous area certifications are not required for this model. It provides identical high-fidelity measurement metrics as certified models, making it a highly cost-efficient replacement part for general-purpose, non-hazardous plant sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMechanical and Electrical Attributes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Engineering Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBently Nevada (Baker Hughes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnited States of America\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHS Tariff Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8537101190\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComponent Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.20 kg (0.44 lbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Enclosure Volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20.5 x 22.4 x 3.3 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasing Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300-Series Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensing Tip Polymer\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\u003eTarget Thread Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM10 x 1 Metric Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Linear Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0 mm (80 mils) nominal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNominal Scale Factor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.87 V\/mm (200 mV\/mil)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eField Positioning and Mechanical Rules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField engineers must adjust the mechanical gap of the M10 x 1 probe to align the target within the exact linear workspace of the 3300 XL sensor system. Connect a digital voltmeter to the corresponding Proximitor Sensor test ports and carefully rotate the probe housing until the static DC gap voltage reads exactly -10.0 VDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObserve a minimum cable bend radius of 25.4 mm (1.0 inch) for the armored lead to prevent internal structural kinking or dielectric attenuation. When installing the probe into high-vibration bearing housings, use appropriate locking nuts to prevent thread relaxation. The ClickLoc connector protector must be fully engaged and screwed down tight to prevent ambient industrial oils, condensation, and conductive dust from compromising the high-frequency coaxial termination point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOperational Synergy and TSI Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 330104 armored probe delivers stable performance profiles under severe physical conditions where moisture, extreme thermal cycling, and continuous oil exposure cause standard non-armored cables to degrade prematurely. The polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) tip face retains absolute geometric integrity up to peak operating thresholds, preventing calibration drift over extended run cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sensor integrates directly with existing Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) diagnostic programs. It streams clean, unbuffered impedance data to the 3500\/42M Proximitor monitor modules, linking physical machine movement to automation networks like Honeywell Experion PKS or Siemens S7 architectures. This seamless hardware integration allows the system to process instantaneous orbit, cross-phase, and time-base waveforms, ensuring plant operators detect shaft unbalance or hydrodynamic oil whip instantly before cross-axes tolerances breach safety thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackaged Component Manifest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) One authentic Bently Nevada 330104-00-08-10-01-00 3300 XL 8mm armored probe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(2) Pre-installed factory connector protector sleeve matched to the ClickLoc terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(3) Removable plastic cap shielding the M10 x 1 fine threads and PPS sensing tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(4) Technical documentation verifying compliance with original equipment manufacturing tolerances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlobal Logistics and Asset Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur fulfillment center prepares and dispatches orders within 2-7 days from final payment finish confirmation. We route all international shipments through premier global express carriers, including DHL, FEDEX, and UPS, to guarantee fully tracked, expedited arrival. Every armored probe undergoes rigid inspection protocols before being sealed within multi-layered, anti-static industrial packaging. This ESD-shielded, shock-absorbent containment isolates the internal transducer coil from electrostatic discharge and cushions the physical casing from mechanical impact during transport, ensuring your hardware arrives ready for immediate deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation and Technical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What specific protection advantages does the integrated armor sleeve offer over standard cables?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA1: The flexible stainless steel armor provides a heavy-duty physical barrier that prevents cutting, pinching, or crushing from moving machine elements, flying metal chips, and rough tool contact during maintenance turnarounds, preserving the low-noise signal path of the inner coaxial core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can I combine this metric M10 x 1 probe with an extension cable meant for an imperial 3\/8-24 probe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA2: Yes. The 3300 XL 8mm family maintains full electrical compatibility between metric and imperial variants. The internal coils and electrical properties match perfectly, meaning you can connect this M10 x 1 probe to any standard 3300 XL 8mm extension cable of the correct total system length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: How can I check if the probe has suffered an internal electrical failure using a multimeter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA3: Disconnect the probe from the extension cable and measure the resistance between the ClickLoc center pin and the outer coaxial body. A healthy 330104 probe with a 1.0-meter integrated cable typically registers a stable DC resistance value between 4.0 and 6.0 ohms; an infinite resistance reading indicates an open loop or broken internal wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Will the absence of hazardous area approvals affect the performance accuracy of the probe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA4: No. This probe utilizes the exact same sensing coil, PPS tip, and internal electronics as the certified versions, providing identical accuracy, linearity, and a 200 mV\/mil scale factor. It is simply restricted to non-classified plant environments where safety certifications are not legally required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518882373805,"sku":"330104-00-08-10-01-00","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-330104-00-08-10-01-00-3300-xl-8-mm-probe-agbjk3mxjdm.jpg?v=1766980935","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/bently-nevada-330104-00-08-10-01-00-3300-xl-8mm-metric-armored-proximity-probe","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}