



Customized 3300 XL Probe for Specialized Industrial Applications
The Bently Nevada 330101-30-60-90-90-02-RU 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe is a customized configuration within the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System, engineered to provide highly accurate, non-contact measurement of shaft vibration, shaft position, and dynamic displacement in critical rotating equipment. Utilizing proven eddy-current sensing technology, this probe delivers outstanding measurement stability and reliability, making it an excellent solution for continuous machinery protection and predictive maintenance programs.
This configuration incorporates a 3.0 in. (76.2 mm) unthreaded length, a 6.0 in. (152.4 mm) overall case length, a 9.0 m (29.5 ft) integrated cable, and a custom connector/configuration option (90). The suffix RU indicates a country-specific ordering option for the Russian market and regulatory requirements. Because the 90-90 configuration is a factory-customized option, certain connector and accessory details should be confirmed against the original manufacturing documentation or nameplate before replacement.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model Number | 330101-30-60-90-90-02-RU |
| Product Type | 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe |
| Series | 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Transducer System |
| Measurement Technology | Non-contact Eddy Current |
| Probe Diameter | 8 mm |
| Thread Size | 3/8-24 UNF |
| Unthreaded Length | 3.0 in. (76.2 mm) |
| Overall Case Length | 6.0 in. (152.4 mm) |
| Integrated Cable Length | 9.0 m (29.5 ft) |
| Cable Option | Factory Customized (Option 90) |
| Connector Configuration | Factory Customized (Option 90) |
| Measurement Range | 2.0 mm (80 mils) |
| Sensitivity | 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) ±5% |
| Frequency Response | 0 Hz to 10 kHz |
| Operating Temperature | -51°C to +177°C (-60°F to +351°F) |
| Approval Option | Multi-Approval (Option 02) |
| Regional Suffix | RU (Country-Specific Configuration) |
| Dimensions | Approx. Ø8 mm × 152.4 mm |
| Approximate Net Weight | 0.42 kg |
| Approximate Shipping Weight | 0.70 kg |
Typical Applications
The 330101-30-60-90-90-02-RU is suitable for continuous condition monitoring in heavy industrial environments requiring extended cable routing and dependable shaft vibration measurement.
Typical applications include:
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Steam turbines
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Gas turbines
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Centrifugal compressors
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Industrial pumps
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Electric motors
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Power generators
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High-speed gearboxes
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Petrochemical facilities
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Oil & gas production plants
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Mining and heavy process industries
The extended 9-meter cable is particularly beneficial where monitoring electronics are installed remotely from the machine, reducing the need for additional cable assemblies.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the function of this proximity probe?
It measures shaft vibration, shaft position, and shaft displacement using non-contact eddy-current sensing technology.
2. What does the "30" option indicate?
It specifies a 3.0-inch (76.2 mm) unthreaded probe length.
3. What does the "60" option represent?
It indicates an overall case length of 6.0 inches (152.4 mm).
4. What does the "90" cable option mean?
The 90 designation represents a factory-customized cable configuration that differs from the standard catalog options. Exact details should be verified using the original factory documentation or the probe nameplate.
5. Why are there two "90" options?
These indicate custom ordering configurations for cable and/or connector specifications that are not part of the standard catalog.
6. What does the "02" approval option indicate?
Option 02 designates a multi-approval hazardous-area configuration, supporting multiple international certification requirements.
7. What does the "RU" suffix mean?
The RU suffix identifies a country-specific ordering configuration intended for the Russian market or related regulatory requirements.
8. Which machinery commonly uses this probe?
It is commonly installed on turbines, compressors, generators, pumps, motors, and other critical rotating machinery.
9. Can this probe operate by itself?
No. It must be paired with a compatible 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor and the appropriate system cable configuration to form a complete transducer system.
10. Is this model suitable for continuous online monitoring?
Yes. It is engineered for permanent installation in machinery protection and condition monitoring systems operating continuously.