Bently Nevada

330103-00-12-10-02-00 3300 XL Bently Nevada Proximity Probe

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  • Manufacturer: Bently Nevada

  • Product No.: 330103-00-12-10-02-00

  • Product Type: Proximity Probe

  • Product Origin: USA

  • Payment: T/T

  • Weight: 800g

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Technical Overview

The 330103-00-12-10-02-00 is part of the Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Probe series, widely regarded as the industry benchmark for non-contacting eddy current vibration and shaft displacement measurement. This metric-threaded transducer delivers sub-micron precision, making it essential for machinery protection systems such as the Bently Nevada 3500 rack. Typical applications include centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and high-speed rotating equipment, where monitoring radial vibration, axial thrust, and Keyphasor signals is critical.

The probe features a high-performance Ryton® tip and a gold-plated ClickLoc™ connector, ensuring long-term signal stability, resistance to moisture and oil contamination, and reliable operation in harsh industrial environments. It is API 670 compliant, guaranteeing compatibility with industry-standard vibration monitoring practices.


Detailed Specifications

Parameter Specification
Core Model 330103
Order Code 330103-00-12-10-02-00
Thread Configuration M10 x 1 metric thread
Unthreaded Length 0 mm (fully threaded case)
Case Length 120 mm overall
Total Cable Length 1.0 meter (3.3 ft)
Connector Type Miniature coaxial ClickLoc™, gold-plated
Cable Construction 75 Ω coaxial, non-armored
Transducer Tip Diameter 8 mm
Linear Range 2.0 mm (80 mils), typically 0.25–2.25 mm gap
Scale Factor 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) with 3300 XL Proximitor®
Target Material AISI 4140 steel (standard calibration)
Operating Temperature -51 °C to +177 °C (-60 °F to +351 °F)
Ingress Protection Hermetically sealed against moisture and oil

Practical Application and Installation

The 330103-00-12-10-02-00 is mounted through machine housings or internal brackets to monitor fluid-film bearings and shaft motion. Its 1-meter length is optimized for internal mounting, with the option to connect to an extension cable reaching a junction box or Proximitor®.

Installation tips:

  • Proper gap setting is critical; use a voltmeter to verify the DC bias voltage to ensure the probe operates in its linear range.

  • Fully threaded body allows flexible mounting through thick housings using locknuts anywhere along the 120 mm case.


Engineering FAQ

Why choose the ClickLoc™ connector over legacy styles?

  • The ClickLoc™ system provides a mechanical “click” to confirm secure seating.

  • Gold plating ensures low contact resistance in humid or oil-mist environments.

Can this 1-meter probe be used in a 5-meter system?

  • Yes. Combine the 1-meter probe with a 4-meter extension cable and a 5-meter 3300 XL Proximitor® for correct calibration.

What is the benefit of the 0 mm unthreaded length?

  • Fully threaded body allows maximum flexibility for mounting through thick housings and easy securing with locknuts along its 120 mm case.

Typical Applications:

  • Centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, pumps, motors

  • API 670 compliant vibration monitoring

  • Radial vibration, axial thrust, and phase reference (Keyphasor) signals in critical rotating machinery

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