Introduction
The Bently Nevada 330106-05-30-10-02-00 is a 3300 XL 8 mm Reverse Mount Probe designed for non-contact measurement of shaft vibration and position in critical rotating machinery. Its reverse-mount configuration provides additional installation flexibility where access or machine geometry makes a conventional probe arrangement less suitable.
This model combines an 8 mm probe format, 1.0 meter total length, and Miniature ClickLoc™ coaxial connector in a configuration intended for integration with compatible 3300 XL proximity monitoring systems. The reverse-mount design makes it particularly attractive for machinery installations where sensor positioning must be carefully adapted to available space.
As part of the established 3300 XL 8 mm family, the 330106-05-30-10-02-00 is well suited to continuous machinery monitoring applications involving turbines, compressors, pumps, generators, and other rotating assets. Its practical configuration gives maintenance and reliability teams a dependable option when replacing an existing probe or maintaining an established monitoring system.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model Number | 330106-05-30-10-02-00 |
| Product Series | 3300 XL |
| Product Type | 8 mm Reverse Mount Probe |
| Probe Type | Eddy-Current Proximity Probe |
| Probe Diameter | 8 mm |
| Total Length | 1.0 m (3.3 ft) |
| Mounting Configuration | Reverse Mount |
| Mounting Thread | M10 × 1 |
| Connector Type | Miniature ClickLoc™ coaxial connector |
| Agency Approval Option | 00 — Not required |
| Primary Measurement | Shaft vibration and position |
| System Application | Machinery condition monitoring and protection |
| Product Weight | Approximately 0.323 kg |
| Physical Length | 1,000 mm overall configured length |
| Construction | Industrial-duty probe assembly |
Applications
Steam and Gas Turbines
The probe can be used in turbine monitoring systems to obtain non-contact shaft movement information. This type of measurement is valuable for tracking changes in rotor behavior and supporting machinery protection strategies.
Centrifugal Compressors
High-speed compressors require dependable monitoring of shaft movement and vibration. The 330106-05-30-10-02-00 can form part of a proximity measurement arrangement for critical compressor trains.
Pumps and Motors
Industrial pumps and motor-driven equipment can benefit from continuous shaft monitoring, particularly where unexpected vibration can lead to bearing, coupling, or alignment problems.
Generators
In power-generation equipment, proximity measurements can contribute to a broader monitoring system designed to identify abnormal rotor movement and changing machine conditions.
Rotating Process Machinery
The probe is also suitable for other critical rotating assets where non-contact displacement and vibration monitoring are required and where a reverse mounting arrangement provides an installation advantage.
Machinery Protection Systems
When paired with the appropriate compatible transducer and monitoring electronics, the probe can provide measurement data for machinery protection, condition assessment, and predictive maintenance programs.
Advantages
Purpose-Built Reverse Mount Configuration
The reverse-mount design provides engineers with greater freedom when positioning the sensor around machinery. This can be especially useful where conventional mounting access is restricted.
Proven 8 mm Proximity Format
The 8 mm configuration is a widely used format within the 3300 XL proximity monitoring family, providing a practical solution for established machinery monitoring architectures.
Non-Contact Measurement
Eddy-current proximity sensing measures shaft movement without physical contact with the rotating target. This eliminates mechanical wear at the sensing interface and makes the technology well suited to high-speed rotating equipment.
1 Meter Total Length
The 1.0 meter configuration provides additional installation reach compared with shorter probe options, helping accommodate machinery layouts where the sensing point is located farther from the connection point.
Secure Miniature ClickLoc Connection
The Miniature ClickLoc™ coaxial connector provides a dedicated connection arrangement for compatible 3300 XL system components and supports efficient installation and replacement.
Industrial Monitoring Capability
The probe is designed for continuous-duty machinery monitoring, making it a practical component for reliability-focused applications where stable measurement is an important part of the maintenance strategy.
Maintenance-Friendly Replacement
For facilities already operating 3300 XL proximity monitoring equipment, using a correctly configured replacement probe can simplify maintenance and help preserve the established measurement architecture.
Strong Fit for Critical Machinery
The combination of reverse mounting, 8 mm sensing, and 1.0 meter total length makes this model particularly useful for critical machines where installation flexibility and dependable shaft monitoring need to work together.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the Bently Nevada 330106-05-30-10-02-00?
It is a Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8 mm Reverse Mount Probe designed for non-contact measurement of shaft vibration and position in rotating machinery.
2. What is the probe diameter?
The probe uses an 8 mm sensing format.
3. What is the total length of this model?
The 10 length option specifies a total length of 1.0 meter (3.3 feet).
4. What type of mounting does the probe use?
The 330106-05-30-10-02-00 uses a reverse-mount configuration with an M10 × 1 mounting thread.
5. Which connector does this model use?
The 02 connector option specifies a Miniature ClickLoc™ coaxial connector.
6. What does the “00” at the end of the part number indicate?
The 00 agency approval option indicates that no additional agency approval option is specified for this particular configuration.
7. How much does the probe weigh?
The listed product weight is approximately 0.323 kg. Shipping weight can be substantially higher because it includes packaging and associated materials.
8. What is the probe used to measure?
It is primarily used for non-contact measurement of shaft vibration and shaft position/displacement in rotating machinery.
9. What equipment can use this type of probe?
Typical applications include turbines, compressors, pumps, generators, motors, and other rotating machinery incorporated into condition-monitoring or machinery-protection systems.
10. Can it be used as a replacement in an existing 3300 XL system?
It can be suitable when the existing system requires the same 3300 XL 8 mm reverse-mount configuration. Before replacement, engineers should verify probe length, mounting thread, connector configuration, extension cable, transducer compatibility, and the required mechanical installation arrangement.
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