Introduction
The Bently Nevada 330130-085-12-05 is a specialized 3300 XL Standard Extension Cable designed for compatible 3300 XL proximity transducer systems. With an 8.5-meter length, FluidLoc construction, and an integrated connector protector, it is engineered for installations where dependable signal transmission must be combined with enhanced protection against fluid migration and connection-area exposure.
The 12 configuration identifies a FluidLoc cable with connector protector, while the 05 approval option corresponds to CSA, ATEX, and IECEx approvals. This makes the model particularly well suited to industrial machinery applications where both environmental protection and recognized certification requirements are important.
Unlike a conventional extension cable, the FluidLoc arrangement is intended to help limit the movement of oil and other fluids through the cable assembly. Combined with an 8.5-meter installation reach, the 330130-085-12-05 offers a practical and durable solution for turbine, compressor, generator, pump, and other critical rotating machinery monitoring systems.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model | 330130-085-12-05 |
| Product Family | 3300 XL |
| Product Type | Standard Extension Cable |
| System | 3300 XL Proximity Transducer System |
| Cable Length | 8.5 m (27.9 ft) |
| Cable Length Option | 085 |
| Cable / Protector Option | 12 – FluidLoc cable with connector protector |
| Agency Approval Option | 05 |
| Approvals | CSA, ATEX, IECEx |
| Cable Construction | 75Ω triaxial |
| Insulation | FEP |
| Typical Capacitance | 69.9 pF/m (21.3 pF/ft) |
| Connector Protection | Yes |
| Fluid Protection | FluidLoc |
| Approx. Cable Weight | 0.29 kg |
| Approx. Shipping Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Product Form | Flexible cable assembly |
| Typical Application | Proximity, vibration, shaft-position, and machinery monitoring |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
Turbine Monitoring
The 330130-085-12-05 is suitable for compatible 3300 XL proximity measurement arrangements on steam and gas turbines. The 8.5-meter cable length provides useful routing flexibility between machine-mounted probes and monitoring electronics.
Compressor Protection
Large compressors frequently require proximity probes to be positioned close to the monitored shaft while Proximitor Sensors are located in a separate instrumentation area. The extended cable length helps accommodate this physical separation.
Oil-Exposed Machinery
FluidLoc is a major advantage where the cable passes through areas exposed to lubricating oil or other fluids. Its purpose is to help prevent fluid from migrating through the cable assembly, supporting a cleaner and more dependable instrumentation installation.
Generator and Motor Monitoring
Compatible 3300 XL proximity systems can monitor shaft vibration and position on generators, motors, and other rotating assets. The 330130-085-12-05 provides the required extension between the sensing point and signal-conditioning equipment.
Pumps and Auxiliary Equipment
The cable can also be applied to proximity-based monitoring systems for industrial pumps and auxiliary rotating equipment, particularly where the installation environment makes cable protection important.
Hazardous-Area Industrial Installations
The 05 approval configuration provides CSA, ATEX, and IECEx approval options, making this version appropriate for projects where the applicable hazardous-area certification is part of the equipment specification. The complete installation must still comply with the requirements of the actual classified location.
Maintenance and Retrofit Work
For existing 3300 XL systems requiring an 8.5-meter FluidLoc cable with connector protection and the 05 approval configuration, this model provides a precise replacement configuration that can help minimize unnecessary system modifications.
Advantages
FluidLoc Plus Connector Protection
The most important characteristic of the -12 configuration is the combination of FluidLoc and connector protection. It addresses two different installation concerns: limiting fluid migration through the cable and protecting the connection area against physical exposure.
Extended 8.5-Meter Reach
The 8.5-meter length provides substantial installation flexibility around large machinery. It allows the Proximitor Sensor and associated instrumentation to be positioned at a convenient distance from the proximity probe.
75Ω Triaxial Cable Design
The 75Ω triaxial construction is suited to the electrical characteristics of the 3300 XL proximity measurement system. Its defined capacitance helps maintain predictable signal behavior across the complete probe-extension cable-Proximitor arrangement.
FEP Insulation
FEP insulation provides durable electrical isolation and is well suited to industrial instrumentation applications where temperature and environmental resistance are important.
Multi-Agency Approval
The 05 approval option is associated with CSA, ATEX, and IECEx approvals, giving the cable a versatile certification configuration for applicable industrial projects.
Better Protection Than a Basic Standard Cable
A conventional standard cable may be sufficient in a controlled installation, but the 330130-085-12-05 adds both FluidLoc protection and a connector protector. This makes it a stronger candidate for machinery areas where environmental exposure is a concern.
Purpose-Built for 3300 XL Systems
The cable belongs to the 3300 XL extension-cable family and is intended to work as part of a compatible proximity measurement chain. This makes it a more appropriate replacement choice than a generic cable with similar electrical characteristics.
Practical Long-Term Maintenance Choice
The combination of a defined 8.5-meter length, FluidLoc construction, connector protection, and approval configuration makes the model easy to identify when maintaining an established 3300 XL installation.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the Bently Nevada 330130-085-12-05?
The 330130-085-12-05 is a 3300 XL Standard Extension Cable with an 8.5-meter length, FluidLoc protection, connector protector, and CSA/ATEX/IECEx approval configuration.
2. Is the 330130-085-12-05 a 3300 XL 11 mm proximity probe?
No. Despite the title used in some product listings, 330130-085-12-05 is an extension cable, not an 11 mm proximity probe. Its product type is a 3300 XL Standard Extension Cable.
3. How long is the cable?
The cable length is 8.5 meters, equivalent to approximately 27.9 feet.
4. What does “085” mean?
The 085 designation identifies the 8.5-meter cable-length option.
5. What does “12” mean?
The 12 configuration identifies a FluidLoc cable with connector protector. This is different from the 10 option, which uses FluidLoc without the connector-protector configuration.
6. What does the final “05” indicate?
The 05 approval option identifies the multiple-approval configuration associated with CSA, ATEX, and IECEx approvals.
7. What is FluidLoc used for?
FluidLoc is designed to help prevent oil and other liquids from migrating through the cable assembly. This is particularly useful when the cable is routed from an oil-containing machinery area toward external instrumentation.
8. What is the approximate weight?
The listed physical weight is approximately 0.29 kg, while the shipping weight is approximately 1.5 kg. Shipping weight includes packaging and should not be treated as the bare cable weight.
9. What type of cable construction is used?
The cable uses a 75Ω triaxial construction, with typical capacitance of approximately 69.9 pF/m (21.3 pF/ft).
10. How does the 330130-085-12-05 differ from 330130-085-10-05?
Both models are 8.5-meter FluidLoc extension cables and use the 05 approval option. The key difference is the protection configuration: -10 is FluidLoc cable, while -12 is FluidLoc cable with a connector protector. The -12 version therefore provides an additional level of protection at the connection area.
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