Epro PR6424/116-021 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor

Applications

• Turbomachinery condition monitoring systems used in steam, gas, and hydro turbines for real-time shaft vibration measurement.

• Industrial compressor and pump systems requiring accurate axial and radial displacement detection.

• Power generation equipment used for rotor position monitoring and mechanical stability analysis.

• Predictive maintenance systems for early detection of bearing wear, imbalance, and misalignment.

• High-speed rotating machinery in oil & gas and petrochemical industries requiring non-contact measurement stability.

• Machinery protection systems compliant with industrial vibration monitoring standards.

Key Advantages

• Provides high-precision non-contact measurement using eddy current sensing technology for reliable shaft monitoring.

• 16 mm probe head ensures stable signal performance on medium and large diameter shafts.

• High linear sensitivity (~4 V/mm) enables accurate vibration and displacement detection.

• Excellent resistance to harsh industrial environments including oil, dust, and temperature variation.

• Long-term measurement stability reduces drift and ensures consistent monitoring performance.

• Fully compatible with Epro signal conditioning systems for complete vibration monitoring solutions.

Technical FAQs

Q1: What is the main use of the PR6424/116-021 sensor?
It is used for measuring shaft displacement, vibration, and position in rotating machinery.

Q2: Does this sensor require physical contact with the shaft?
No, it operates using non-contact eddy current measurement technology.

Q3: What type of machines is it typically used on?
It is used on turbines, compressors, pumps, and other critical rotating equipment.

Q4: What signal output does it generate?
It works with a signal converter to produce a proportional voltage output.

Q5: What is the recommended shaft size?
It is typically used on shafts larger than 80 mm in diameter.

Q6: Can it measure both vibration and position?
Yes, it measures both static displacement and dynamic vibration.

Q7: Is it suitable for harsh industrial environments?
Yes, it is designed for high-temperature and high-vibration industrial conditions.

Q8: What is the typical operating temperature range?
It generally operates between -35°C and +180°C depending on system configuration.

Q9: Does it require calibration after installation?
No frequent calibration is needed; system-level calibration is handled via the converter.

Q10: Is it part of a larger monitoring system?
Yes, it is typically used with Epro CON-series signal converters.