The Bently Nevada 330703-000-040-10-02-00, also cataloged as the 330703 Proximity Probe, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical displacement measurement within 3300 XL transducer networks.
The part number 330703-000-040-10-02-00 designates specific physical properties based on the Bently Nevada ordering matrix:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 330703-000-040-10-02-00 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Origin | USA |
| Probe Tip Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Thread Type | 1/2-20 UNF thread |
| Unthreaded Length | 0 mm |
| Overall Case Length | 40.0 mm |
| Total Probe Length | 1.0 meter (3.3 feet) |
| Cable Type | Standard coaxial (unarmored) |
| Connector Type | Miniature coaxial ClickLoc |
| Agency Approval | None (Option 00) |
| Operating Temp | -51 to +177 deg C |
| Physical Weight | 0.350 kg |
| Shipping Weight | 1.50 kg |
| Power Consumption | Passive transducer sensor (0 W) |
This 11 mm probe operates via eddy-current physics to generate a localized radio frequency (RF) field at the sensor tip. To maintain proper eddy-current probe scaling of 3.94 V/mm (100 mV/mil) typically associated with the 11 mm series, this 1.0-meter probe must connect to its matched 3300 XL 11 mm Proximitor sensor through a compatible extension cable, establishing a completed 5.0-meter or 9.0-meter electrical loop. Mechanical adjustment during installation is required to validate the gap voltage, targeting a baseline reading of -10 VDC at the physical center of the linear calibration range. This voltage stabilization enables the monitor rack to track dynamic rotor dynamics and shaft displacement while minimizing signal cross-talk suppression between adjacent probe assemblies.
Q: Why does the 11 mm probe have a different scaling factor compared to the standard 8 mm probe?
A: The larger 11.0 mm tip diameter generates a wider RF field, allowing for a broader linear range (typically 4.0 mm or 160 mils) than the 8 mm probe. Consequently, the linear scale factor decreases to 3.94 V/mm (100 mV/mil) to cover the wider physical gap range.
Q: Can standard 8 mm cables and Proximitors be used with this 11 mm probe?
A: No. The 11 mm probe has distinct physical and electrical properties. Using it with 8 mm Proximitors or mismatched extension cables will compromise the system impedance, leading to massive calibration errors and incorrect vibration readings.
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