Epro PR6424/012-021 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor

Applications

The PR6424/012-021 is typically used in turbomachinery and industrial rotating equipment where accurate continuous shaft monitoring 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 turbine generator systems
• Large-scale rotating equipment in petrochemical and refinery plants

It is commonly integrated into condition monitoring and protection systems for early fault detection and operational safety.

Advantages

• High-precision eddy-current non-contact displacement measurement
• Stable performance in high vibration and high temperature environments
• Strong resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI)
• Reliable long-term signal stability for predictive maintenance
• Accurate detection of shaft displacement, vibration, and eccentricity
• Suitable for continuous 24/7 industrial operation
• Proven suitability for critical turbomachinery applications 

Technical FAQs

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

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

3. Does it require a signal converter?
Yes, it must be paired with a compatible CON-series converter module.

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 industrial environments?
Yes, it is engineered for high temperature, vibration, and contaminated 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, it supports both measurement modes.

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