



Industrial Overview | Advanced Shaft Monitoring for Critical Equipment
The Bently Nevada 330104-00-10-10-02-00 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe is a precision non-contact eddy current sensor developed for continuous monitoring of shaft vibration, radial displacement, and axial position in rotating machinery. As part of the industry-proven 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System, this metric probe combines high measurement accuracy, excellent environmental resistance, and long-term operational reliability.
Designed for use with compatible 3300 XL Proximitor Sensors and extension cables, this probe provides dependable condition monitoring for turbines, compressors, motors, generators, and pumps. Its robust armored construction and stable signal performance make it an ideal solution for predictive maintenance and machinery protection applications.
Technical Specifications | Engineering Details & Physical Dimensions
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Model | 330104-00-10-10-02-00 |
| Product Type | 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe |
| Series | 3300 XL |
| Sensing Technology | Non-contact Eddy Current |
| Probe Diameter | 8 mm |
| Thread Type | M10 × 1 Metric (Armored) |
| Unthreaded Length | 0 mm |
| Overall Case Length | 100 mm |
| Total Probe Length | 1.0 m (3.3 ft) |
| Connector Type | Miniature ClickLoc™ coaxial connector with standard cable |
| Compatible System | 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor System |
| Probe Housing Material | Stainless Steel |
| Probe Tip Material | Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) |
| Operating Temperature | -52°C to +177°C (system dependent) |
| Physical Information | Value |
| Dimensions | Overall case length: 100 mm; total cable length: 1.0 m |
| Weight | Approx. 0.34 kg |
Application Scenarios | Optimized for Continuous Condition Monitoring
The 330104-00-10-10-02-00 proximity probe is widely applied in machinery protection systems across numerous industries, including:
- Steam turbine vibration monitoring
- Gas turbine condition monitoring
- Centrifugal compressor protection
- Industrial pump shaft displacement measurement
- Generator rotor position monitoring
- Oil and gas production facilities
- Petrochemical processing plants
- Power generation stations
- Heavy industrial rotating machinery monitoring
Technical FAQs
1. What is the primary function of this proximity probe?
It continuously measures shaft vibration, radial displacement, and axial position without contacting the rotating surface.
2. Which monitoring system is it compatible with?
It is designed for use with the Bently Nevada 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor System.
3. What sensing technology does it use?
The probe uses eddy current technology to provide highly accurate non-contact measurements.
4. Is this an armored metric probe?
Yes. It features an armored M10 × 1 metric threaded construction for enhanced mechanical protection.
5. What is the overall case length?
The probe has a 100 mm case length.
6. What is the total probe length?
This model includes a total cable length of 1.0 meter (3.3 feet).
7. Can it operate continuously in industrial environments?
Yes. It is specifically designed for continuous online condition monitoring in demanding industrial applications.
8. Which types of machinery commonly use this probe?
Steam turbines, gas turbines, compressors, generators, pumps, motors, and other critical rotating equipment.
9. Does it require additional components for operation?
Yes. It functions as part of a matched transducer system together with a compatible extension cable and Proximitor Sensor.
10. How does this probe improve equipment reliability?
By delivering accurate vibration and position data in real time, it enables early fault detection, reduces unexpected downtime, and supports predictive maintenance programs.