Reliable Shaft Measurement Solution for Industrial Machinery Protection
The Bently Nevada 330103-02-12-05-02-CN 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe is a high-precision eddy current proximity sensor designed for continuous monitoring of shaft vibration, radial displacement, and axial position in rotating machinery. Built as part of the trusted 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System, this probe provides stable measurement performance, excellent environmental durability, and dependable operation for critical asset protection applications.
With a 20 mm unthreaded section, 120 mm overall case length, 0.5 m standard cable, Miniature Coaxial ClickLoc™ connector, and CN country-specific approval option, this configuration is suitable for installations requiring compact mounting flexibility and regional compliance. The 3300 XL platform is widely applied in turbine, compressor, pump, and other fluid-film bearing machinery monitoring systems where accurate vibration and position data are essential.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model | 330103-02-12-05-02-CN |
| Product Type | 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe |
| Series | 3300 XL |
| Probe Diameter | 8 mm |
| Thread Type | M10 × 1 Metric |
| Probe Mounting Style | Standard Mount, Without Armor |
| Unthreaded Length | 20 mm |
| Overall Case Length | 120 mm |
| Total Cable Length | 0.5 m (1.6 ft) |
| Connector Type | Miniature Coaxial ClickLoc™ Connector |
| Cable Type | Standard Cable |
| Approval Option | CN Country-Specific Approval |
| Probe Tip Material | Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) |
| Probe Case Material | AISI 303/304 Stainless Steel |
| Measurement Range | 2.0 mm (80 mils) |
| Sensitivity | 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -52°C to +177°C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -51°C to +107°C |
| Dimensions | 120 mm Probe Case Length; 0.5 m Cable Length |
| Approximate Weight | 0.323 kg |
Industrial Applications
The 330103-02-12-05-02-CN is designed for machinery condition monitoring systems where accurate displacement measurement and early fault detection are required.
Common applications include:
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Steam turbine vibration monitoring
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Gas turbine protection systems
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Centrifugal compressor monitoring
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Industrial pump monitoring
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Electric motor condition monitoring
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Gearbox vibration analysis
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Power generation equipment
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Petrochemical process machinery
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Oil and gas production systems
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Chemical processing plants
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Heavy manufacturing equipment
The probe is especially suitable for machines using fluid-film bearings, where precise shaft position and vibration measurements are required for reliable operation.
Key Advantages
The 330103-02-12-05-02-CN combines compact installation characteristics with the proven performance of the 3300 XL sensing platform.
- High-accuracy non-contact eddy current measurement technology
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8 mm probe tip design for wide application compatibility
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20 mm unthreaded section for flexible installation
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120 mm case length suitable for medium-depth mounting locations
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Durable stainless-steel construction for industrial environments
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PPS probe tip provides excellent stability and wear resistance
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ClickLoc™ connector improves connection reliability
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Standard cable design for cost-effective installations
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Compatible with 3300 XL Proximitor® Sensors and extension cables
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Supports predictive maintenance and machinery protection strategies
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Helps improve equipment availability and reduce unexpected failures
Technical FAQs
1. What is the main function of the Bently Nevada 330103-02-12-05-02-CN?
It measures shaft vibration, radial displacement, and axial position without physical contact, providing essential data for rotating machinery protection systems.
2. What type of sensing technology does this probe use?
The probe uses eddy current sensing technology, which detects changes in the distance between the probe tip and a conductive rotating shaft surface.
3. What is the probe diameter?
The probe uses the standard 8 mm sensing tip design from the 3300 XL proximity probe family.
4. What is the unthreaded length of this model?
This configuration includes a 20 mm unthreaded section, allowing additional flexibility during installation.
5. What is the overall case length?
The probe has an overall case length of 120 mm.
6. What cable length is supplied?
This model includes a 0.5-meter standard cable with a Miniature Coaxial ClickLoc™ connector.
7. What does the CN suffix represent?
The CN suffix indicates a country-specific approval configuration intended for regional compliance requirements.
8. Which materials are used in the probe construction?
The probe housing uses AISI 303/304 stainless steel, while the sensing tip uses Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) for durability and thermal stability.
9. Which systems are compatible with this proximity probe?
It is designed for use with 3300 XL Proximitor® Sensors and compatible 3300 XL extension cables to create a complete proximity transducer system.
10. Why is the 3300 XL 8 mm Series widely used?
The 3300 XL 8 mm system offers accurate vibration and position measurements, strong environmental performance, API 670 compliance capability, and proven reliability for critical rotating equipment monitoring.
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