The Bently Nevada 330703-000-070-10-02-00, also cataloged as the 330704 Proximity Probe, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical displacement measurement within 3300 XL transducer networks.
The part number 330704-000-050-10-02-CN designates specific physical properties based on the Bently Nevada ordering matrix:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 330704-000-050-10-02-CN |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Origin | USA |
| Probe Tip Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Thread Type | 3/8-24 UNF thread |
| Unthreaded Length | 0 mm |
| Overall Case Length | 50 mm |
| Total Probe Length | 1.0 meter (3.3 feet) |
| Connector Type | Miniature coaxial ClickLoc |
| Operating Temp | -51 to +177 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive transducer sensor (0 W) |
| Dimensions | 11.0 mm tip, 50 mm case length, 1.0 m cable |
| Weight | 3.0 kg (including shipping packaging) |
This 11 mm proximity probe relies on eddy-current physics to generate a high-frequency electromagnetic field that measures the distance between the probe tip and a conductive target. To maintain standard eddy-current probe scaling of 3.94 V/mm (100 mV/mil), the probe must be connected via a matched 11 mm extension cable to a calibrated 3300 XL 11 mm Proximitor. Accurate mechanical adjustment during commissioning is necessary to achieve proper gap voltage validation, aiming for a target value of -10 VDC at the physical center of the linear calibration range. Correct physical gapping ensures optimal tracking of rotor dynamics and prevents measurement distortion caused by signal cross-talk suppression between adjacent sensor installations.
Q: Can this 330704 probe be connected directly to an 8 mm 3300 XL Proximitor?
A: No. The 11 mm probe tip has distinct electrical impedance properties and a wider sensing field than an 8 mm probe. Interfacing this probe with an 8 mm Proximitor will cause severe impedance mismatching, leading to calibration failure and invalid displacement readings.
Q: What is the purpose of the CN suffix in the product part number?
A: The CN suffix denotes country-specific agency approvals for China. This ensures that the probe meets local regulatory requirements for explosion-proof and intrinsic safety standards in industrial installations.
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