Epro PR6424/003-030+CON021 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor

Typical Industry Applications

The Epro PR6424/003-030+CON021 Eddy Current Sensor System combines a high-precision 16 mm sensor with a compatible signal converter, delivering reliable non-contact measurements for machinery protection and condition monitoring applications.

Common industrial uses include:

• Radial shaft vibration monitoring
• Axial position measurement systems
• Turbine supervisory instrumentation (TSI)
• Compressor condition monitoring
• Generator rotor displacement measurement
• Steam and gas turbine protection systems
• Pump and motor health monitoring
• Critical asset predictive maintenance programs
• Power generation equipment diagnostics
• Oil and gas rotating machinery protection 

Performance Benefits

• Integrated Sensor and Converter Solution for simplified system implementation
• High Measurement Accuracy for critical machinery monitoring
• Fast Dynamic Response for vibration analysis applications
• Non-Contact Sensing Technology eliminates mechanical wear
• Excellent Signal Stability under continuous operating conditions
• Industrial-Grade Reliability for demanding environments
• Enhanced Machinery Protection Capability through real-time monitoring
• Compact Sensor Design enables installation flexibility
• Reduced Maintenance Requirements compared to contact-based technologies
• Optimized for Continuous Online Monitoring Systems

Technical FAQs

1. What components are included in the PR6424/003-030+CON021 system?

The package consists of a PR6424 eddy current sensor and a CON021 signal converter designed to operate together as a complete measurement system.

2. What is the purpose of the CON021 converter?

The CON021 processes the sensor signal and converts it into a standardized output suitable for monitoring and protection systems.

3. What parameters can this system measure?

It can monitor shaft displacement, radial vibration, axial position, eccentricity, and rotor movement.

4. Is this system suitable for turbine monitoring?

Yes. It is widely used in steam and gas turbine protection and supervisory systems.

5. How does eddy current sensing work?

The sensor generates an electromagnetic field and detects changes caused by the proximity of a conductive target.

6. Can the system monitor high-speed rotating equipment?

Yes. The fast response characteristics make it suitable for high-speed turbines, compressors, and generators.

7. What materials can be measured?

The system is designed for conductive metallic targets commonly found in rotating machinery.

8. Can the converter be connected to PLCs or monitoring systems?

Yes. The CON021 provides outputs compatible with many industrial monitoring and control platforms.

9. Is the system designed for continuous operation?

Yes. It is engineered for permanent installation in online condition monitoring systems.

10. What are the advantages of using a sensor-converter combination?

The matched design improves measurement accuracy, signal stability, and overall system reliability.