Epro PR6424/010-040 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor

Applications

The PR6424/010-040 is widely used in turbomachinery monitoring systems where continuous and accurate shaft behavior tracking is required:

• Steam and gas turbines in power generation plants
• Centrifugal and axial compressors in oil & gas facilities
• Industrial pumps and high-speed rotating machinery
• Hydro turbines and generator sets
• Fans, blowers, and heavy industrial rotating systems

It is typically integrated into API 670-compliant protection systems with compatible signal converters.

Advantages

• High-precision eddy-current non-contact measurement
• Stable performance under high temperature and vibration conditions
• Strong immunity to industrial electromagnetic interference
• Accurate monitoring of shaft displacement and dynamic motion
• Long-term stability for predictive maintenance systems
• Compatible with EPRO CON-series signal conditioning modules
• Designed for continuous 24/7 industrial operation

Technical FAQs

1. What measurement principle does this sensor use?
It uses eddy-current technology to measure shaft displacement without physical contact.

2. Does this sensor require a signal converter?
Yes, it must be paired with a CON-series converter (such as CON021) for signal processing.

3. What is the main application of this model?
It is used for vibration, position, and eccentricity monitoring in rotating machinery.

4. Can it be used in turbines and compressors?
Yes, it is designed for steam turbines, gas turbines, and compressors.

5. Does it measure vibration directly?
It measures shaft displacement, which is used to derive vibration and position data.

6. Is it suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it is engineered for high temperature, vibration, and industrial contamination conditions.

7. What material is it optimized for?
It is optimized for conductive ferromagnetic steel shafts.

8. Can it operate continuously?
Yes, it is designed for 24/7 condition monitoring applications.

9. Does it support axial and radial measurement?
Yes, depending on system configuration and installation, both measurement types are supported.

10. What is its role in predictive maintenance?
It helps detect early mechanical faults such as imbalance, misalignment, and bearing wear.