Brand:Epro PLC Item No.:PR6424/107-021 Product Origin:Germany Product Dimensions:Sensor Head Diameter: 16 mm Product Weight:0.2 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The Epro PR6424/107-021 16 mm Eddy Current Sensor is a high-performance proximity probe designed for turbomachinery condition monitoring systems. It operates on the eddy current principle, generating a high-frequency electromagnetic field at the probe tip and detecting changes caused by conductive target movement.
When paired with a compatible signal converter, it provides highly accurate real-time data for shaft vibration and displacement, enabling predictive maintenance and reliable machinery protection in demanding industrial environments.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Model
PR6424/107-021
Series
Epro PR6424
Sensor Type
Eddy current proximity sensor
Probe Diameter
16 mm
Measurement Type
Non-contact displacement & vibration
Sensitivity
4 V/mm (±1.5% linearity)
Static Range
±2.0 mm
Dynamic Range
0 to 1000 µm
Nominal Air Gap
~2.7 mm
Minimum Shaft Diameter
≥80 mm
Operating Temperature
-35°C to +180°C (typical series spec)
Material
Stainless steel sensor body
Output Signal
Requires external converter (CON series)
Weight
0.2 kg (0.44 lb)
Applications
The Epro PR6424/107-021 eddy current sensor (16 mm) is designed for high-precision, non-contact measurement of shaft vibration, displacement, and eccentricity in critical rotating machinery.
Steam turbine radial and axial vibration monitoring
Gas turbine rotor position and shaft displacement measurement
Hydro turbine shaft dynamics and eccentricity tracking
Industrial compressor condition monitoring
Pump vibration and imbalance detection
Fan and blower shaft stability analysis
API 670 compliant machinery protection systems
Advantages
High-precision eddy current non-contact sensing technology for stable dynamic measurement
Excellent long-term stability with very low drift (<0.3%)
Strong performance in harsh turbomachinery environments (heat, vibration, contamination)
High linearity and repeatability for critical protection systems
Compatible with Epro signal converters (CON011 / CON021 / CON041)
Robust stainless-steel construction for industrial durability
Designed for continuous 24/7 monitoring applications
Technical FAQs
Q1: What is the measurement principle of this sensor?
It uses eddy current induction to measure the distance between probe tip and conductive target without contact.
Q2: What is the main application of PR6424/107-021?
It is used for shaft vibration, displacement, and eccentricity monitoring in turbomachinery.
Q3: What signal converter is required?
It typically works with Epro CON021 or similar signal conditioning modules.
Q4: Is this sensor suitable for turbines?
Yes, it is widely used in steam, gas, and hydro turbines.
Q5: What shaft size is required?
Generally suitable for shafts ≥80 mm diameter.
Q6: Can it measure both static and dynamic behavior?
Yes, it measures both position (static) and vibration (dynamic).
Q7: What is the typical operating temperature range?
Around -35°C to +180°C depending on system configuration.
Q8: Does it require contact with the shaft?
No, it is fully non-contact.
Q9: What industries use this sensor?
Power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and heavy industry.
Q10: What makes it suitable for critical machinery protection?
Its stability, precision, and compliance with industrial monitoring standards.
