{"product_id":"bently-nevada-3300-xl-8mm-probe-330101-00-18-10-02-05","title":"Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8mm Probe 330101-00-18-10-02-05","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bently Nevada \u003cstrong\u003e330101-00-18-10-02-05\u003c\/strong\u003e is an industrial-grade 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe designed for critical machinery vibration and position monitoring. Utilizing non-contacting eddy-current technology, this probe measures dynamic radial vibration, axial position, and structural eccentricity on high-speed rotating shafts. Built in the United States, this robust assembly provides reliable sensor longevity and comes with an optional Certificate of Origin (COO) for strict compliance tracing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical composition of the 330101 series focuses heavily on structural robustness. A specialized, patented \u003cstrong\u003eTipLoc molding method\u003c\/strong\u003e creates an ultra-secure mechanical bond between the Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) plastic tip and the stainless steel case body. Additionally, the integrated 1.0-meter cable utilizes a patented \u003cstrong\u003eCableLoc structural anchoring design\u003c\/strong\u003e, yielding a rated \u003cstrong\u003e330 N (75 lbf) pull strength\u003c\/strong\u003e. The integrated cable exhibits a solid linear weight density of \u003cstrong\u003e323 grams per meter (11.4 oz\/meter)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing heavy-duty mechanical shielding against continuous operational runtime vibrations and routine physical handling during plant maintenance cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Configuration Breakout\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialized alphanumeric coding system defines the exact physical parameters of this specific 3300 XL probe configuration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e330101:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identifies the core 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe family with standard 3\/8-24 UNF imperial threading (without protective armor).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e00 (Unthreaded Length Option):\u003c\/strong\u003e Configured with 0.0 inches of unthreaded body length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18 (Overall Case Length Option):\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifies a total case thread length of 1.8 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 (Total Length Option):\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with an integrated 1.0-meter (approx. 3.3 feet) cable assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e02 (Connector\/Cable Type):\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a standard miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e05 (Approvals Option):\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified for critical installations requiring multi-agency hazardous area approvals, including \u003cstrong\u003eCSA, ATEX, and IECEx\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f7fc;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; text-align: left; padding: 10px; width: 40%;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; text-align: left; padding: 10px;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eProbe Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e8 mm (offers optimal encapsulation and physical defense)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9fbfd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eThread Mounting Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e3\/8-24 UNF thread structure (unarmored)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eTotal System Linear Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e2 mm (80 mils); functional from 0.25 to 2.3 mm (10 to 90 mils)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9fbfd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eIncremental Scale Factor (ISF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e7.87 V\/mm (200 mV\/mil) ± 5% for a standard 1m \/ 5m system configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eDeviation from Best Fit Straight Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eLess than ±0.025 mm (±1 mil) within 0°C to +45°C bounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9fbfd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eNominal Probe DC Resistance ($R_{PROBE}$)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e7.59 Ω ± 0.50 Ω (center conductor to outer shield)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCable Electrical Capacitance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e69.9 pF\/meter (21.3 pF\/foot) typical value\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9fbfd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eOperating and Storage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e-52°C to +177°C (-62°F to +350°F) for standard probe assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eMechanical Dynamic Pull Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e330 N (75 lbf) maximum safe tensile load\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9fbfd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCable Linear Weight Density\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e323 grams per meter (11.4 oz\/meter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eProbe Case Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eAISI 303 or AISI 304 Stainless Steel (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9fbfd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px;\"\u003eEnvironmental Humidity Defense\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #a9bccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u0026lt; 3% change in Average Scale Factor (ASF) under 93% RH for 56 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Operational Details \u0026amp; Engineering Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical Robustness and Material Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe selection of an 8 mm probe body provides a significantly more robust case framework than smaller 5 mm options, reducing the likelihood of cross-threading or mechanical deformation during installation. The core sensing element resides inside a molded Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) tip. This advanced engineering plastic provides chemical immunity to standard synthetic machine oils, moisture ingress, and corrosive industrial atmospheres. The deliberate 323 g\/m weight distribution of the transmission lead ensures the unarmored cable retains proper structural stiffness, preventing drooping when spanned unsupported inside machine cowlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure Sealing Precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal assembly relies on an industrial-grade Viton® O-ring to seal differential pressure migrating between the probe tip and the stainless steel case body. Note that standard production units are not pre-tested for high-pressure seal verification prior to shipment from the factory. For high-pressure processing environments, verification procedures should be coordinated before field implementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eField Wiring and Transmission Extensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting the primary 3300 XL Proximitor® sensor out to your centralized monitoring rack requires a 3-conductor shielded triad cable using tinned field wiring. The wire size must fall within \u003cstrong\u003e0.2 to 1.5 mm² (16 to 24 AWG)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The maximum allowable physical distance separating the Proximitor sensor from the structural monitor chassis is \u003cstrong\u003e305 meters (1,000 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e. When approaching maximum field wire runs, consult system frequency response curves to offset potential high-frequency signal roll-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is the optimal voltage gap setting for typical radial vibration monitoring setups?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA1: For standard radial vibration paths, the recommended physical gap setting corresponds to a target value of **-9 Vdc**. This electrical position aligns to roughly the center of the probe's linear operational band, placing the sensor at a physical distance of approximately 1.27 mm (50 mils) away from the monitored shaft target surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How does exposing the probe to temperatures below –34°C affect its operational safety?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA2: While the probe is rated down to an ambient temperature boundary of -52°C, dropping below –34°C (-30°F) can cause the elastomeric Viton® pressure seal material to harden. This may lead to premature failure of the fluid-tight differential seal, potentially allowing process fluids to leak past the internal case path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What is the purpose of the optional FluidLoc cable variant mentioned in the product line literature?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA3: The standard cable layout uses traditional internal shielding paths. The optional FluidLoc configuration utilizes specialized internal blocking materials that prevent lubricants and other liquids from migrating or leaking out of the machine housing via the interior interstitial spaces of the probe cable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51050378854532,"sku":"330101-00-18-10-02-05","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7454\/7844\/files\/330101-00-18-10-02-05.jpg?v=1784722415","url":"https:\/\/www.etowonauto.com\/nb\/products\/bently-nevada-3300-xl-8mm-probe-330101-00-18-10-02-05","provider":"Etowon Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}