Bently Nevada TK-3E 177313-02-01 TK3 Proximity System Test Kit

Applications

• Calibrates Bently Nevada proximity transducer systems before machinery commissioning to ensure accurate measurement performance.

• Simulates shaft vibration and shaft position for functional testing of machinery protection systems without operating rotating equipment.

• Verifies the performance of vibration monitors, proximity probes, and Proximitor Sensors during maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Supports preventive maintenance programs by confirming the integrity of complete proximity measurement systems.

• Ideal for field service engineers, maintenance technicians, and commissioning specialists working with rotating machinery.

• Widely used in power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, pulp & paper, mining, and other heavy industrial applications.

Key Advantages

• Simulates both dynamic shaft vibration and static shaft position using a single portable test kit.

• Universal probe mount accommodates multiple proximity probe diameters, reducing the need for additional accessories.

• Motor-driven wobble plate generates repeatable mechanical vibration for accurate vibration monitor calibration.

• Removable spindle micrometer with magnetic base enables convenient field calibration of proximity transducer systems.

• Rugged carrying case protects internal components while simplifying transportation between maintenance locations.

• Improves machinery protection reliability by verifying complete transducer system performance before equipment startup.

Technical FAQs

Q1: What is the primary purpose of the TK-3E Proximity System Test Kit?
It is designed to calibrate and verify the performance of Bently Nevada proximity transducer systems and vibration monitoring equipment.

Q2: Can the TK-3E simulate shaft vibration?
Yes. Its motor-driven wobble plate generates controlled mechanical vibration for functional testing and calibration.

Q3: Does the kit also simulate shaft position?
Yes. The integrated spindle micrometer assembly accurately simulates shaft axial and radial movement.

Q4: What types of proximity probes are compatible with the kit?
The universal probe holder accommodates a wide range of industrial proximity probe sizes used within compatible Bently Nevada systems.

Q5: Is additional calibration equipment required?
Only standard electrical measurement instruments, such as a multimeter, are typically required for most calibration procedures.

Q6: Which equipment can be tested using this kit?
It can verify proximity probes, Proximitor Sensors, vibration monitors, and complete proximity transducer systems.

Q7: Is the TK-3E intended for field maintenance?
Yes. Its portable design makes it suitable for both workshop and on-site maintenance activities.

Q8: How does the kit improve machinery reliability?
It verifies measurement accuracy before machinery startup, helping identify potential instrumentation issues early.

Q9: Can it be used for preventive maintenance programs?
Yes. It is an effective tool for scheduled inspection and verification of machinery protection systems.

Q10: Is the TK-3E designed for continuous monitoring?
No. It is a calibration and diagnostic instrument intended for maintenance and commissioning work.