Epro PR6424/002-031 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor

Industrial Applications

The Epro PR6424/002-031 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor is designed for high-precision non-contact monitoring of rotating machinery. It delivers accurate measurement of shaft vibration, displacement, eccentricity, and axial position, making it essential for machinery protection and condition monitoring systems in critical industrial environments.

Typical applications include:

• Steam and gas turbine vibration monitoring
• Compressor shaft displacement and position tracking
• Generator rotor vibration analysis
• Industrial pump condition monitoring
• Gearbox and drivetrain diagnostics
• Axial and radial shaft movement measurement
• API 670-compliant protection systems
• Continuous condition monitoring in power plants
• Petrochemical rotating equipment monitoring
• Predictive maintenance systems for heavy industry

Key Advantages

This sensor is built for reliable long-term industrial operation in harsh environments:

• Non-contact eddy current technology eliminates mechanical wear
• High accuracy and linear response for vibration and displacement measurement
• Stable performance under temperature and vibration stress
• Strong electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for industrial environments
• Fast dynamic response suitable for high-speed rotating machinery
• Supports continuous 24/7 monitoring applications
• Enables early fault detection and predictive maintenance strategies
• Compatible with Epro signal converters (e.g., CON series systems)

Technical FAQs

1. What is the working principle of the PR6424/002-031?

It uses eddy current technology to detect changes in distance between the probe and conductive metal targets without physical contact.

2. What type of measurements can it perform?

It measures radial vibration, axial displacement, shaft position, and eccentricity.

3. Is it suitable for turbine monitoring applications?

Yes, it is widely used in steam, gas, and hydro turbine monitoring systems.

4. Does it support continuous monitoring?

Yes, it is designed for permanent installation in 24/7 condition monitoring systems.

5. What equipment is it commonly installed on?

It is used on turbines, compressors, pumps, motors, generators, and industrial gearboxes.

6. Does it require external electronics?

Yes, it must be used with a compatible Epro signal converter (such as CON021 or CON041).

7. Can it detect shaft eccentricity?

Yes, it is commonly used for runout and eccentricity detection in rotating shafts.

8. How does it support predictive maintenance?

It provides continuous condition data that allows early detection of abnormal vibration trends before failure occurs.

9. Is it resistant to industrial electromagnetic interference?

Yes, it is designed for stable operation in electrically noisy industrial environments.

10. Can it be used in machinery protection systems?

Yes, it is widely integrated into API 670-compliant protection and shutdown systems.