Bently Nevada 330800-28-20-057-03-02 PROXPAC XL Proximity Sensor

Applications

• Installed directly on turbine bearing housings for shaft vibration and position monitoring

• Used in compressor trains where probe and sensor need a compact integrated assembly

• Applied in pump systems for continuous vibration tracking in refinery and petrochemical plants

• Suitable for generator sets in power plants requiring rugged, field-mounted monitoring

• Used in oil & gas rotating equipment where installation needs a self-contained probe assembly

• Industrial machinery protection systems requiring reduced wiring complexity

• Condition monitoring setups in harsh environments with vibration and temperature stress

• OEM machine designs where standardized 3300 XL 8 mm sensing is required

Key Advantages

• Integrated PROXPAC design reduces separate housing and simplifies installation

• Stable eddy current measurement for continuous shaft vibration monitoring

• Rugged enclosure designed for direct mounting on industrial equipment

• Reduces wiring points compared to traditional probe + housing + sensor setups

• Reliable operation in high vibration and harsh industrial environments

• Compatible with Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8 mm measurement architecture

• Helps improve installation speed during commissioning or retrofit work

• Strong mechanical protection for field-mounted sensing applications

Technical FAQs

Q1. What is special about the PROXPAC XL design?
A1. It integrates the probe assembly into a single housing, reducing separate components and simplifying installation.

Q2. Where is this sensor typically installed?
A2. It is mounted directly on machinery such as turbines, compressors, and pumps.

Q3. Does it still use eddy current technology?
A3. Yes, it uses 3300 XL 8 mm eddy current proximity sensing.

Q4. What is the main benefit of integration?
A4. It reduces installation complexity and minimizes external wiring and housing requirements.

Q5. Can it be used in harsh environments?
A5. Yes, it is designed for industrial vibration, temperature, and electrical noise conditions.

Q6. Is it suitable for continuous monitoring?
A6. Yes, it is intended for 24/7 machinery protection systems.

Q7. What industries use this model?
A7. Power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and heavy industrial sectors.

Q8. Does it replace a full probe system?
A8. It functions as an integrated alternative to separate probe, housing, and sensor arrangements.

Q9. What type of maintenance does it require?
A9. Minimal maintenance, mainly periodic inspection of mounting condition and wiring integrity.

Q10. What ensures stable measurement performance?
A10. The proven 3300 XL eddy current sensing technology combined with a rigid industrial housing.