Where It Excels in Industrial Use

• Precision Rotating Machinery Monitoring
The Bently Nevada 330103-00-13-05-02-05 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe is designed for accurate non-contact measurement of shaft vibration, radial displacement, and position changes in critical rotating equipment. Using proven eddy-current sensing technology, it provides reliable measurement data for machinery protection and predictive maintenance systems.

• Compact Equipment Condition Monitoring
With a 0.5-meter total length configuration, this probe is suitable for installations where the monitoring electronics are located close to the machine measurement point. It is commonly applied on turbines, compressors, pumps, motors, and other fluid-film bearing machines requiring dependable shaft monitoring.

• Machinery Protection System Integration
The probe operates as part of a complete 3300 XL 8 mm proximity transducer system, working with a compatible extension cable and Proximitor Sensor to deliver vibration and position measurement signals for industrial monitoring platforms.

• Industrial Reliability Applications
Built with stainless steel housing and PPS probe tip material, this model is designed for demanding environments in power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and process industries where long-term measurement stability is required. 

Key Strengths at a Glance

• 3300 XL 8 mm Eddy-Current Technology
Provides accurate non-contact displacement measurement by detecting changes in the electromagnetic field between the probe tip and the conductive shaft surface.

• 130 mm Case Length Configuration
The 13 option defines the overall case length configuration, providing installation flexibility for machinery mounting requirements.

• 0.5 Meter Probe Length Design
The 05 configuration provides a 0.5-meter total probe length, making it ideal for compact machinery layouts and applications requiring shorter cable routing.

• ClickLoc Connector with Standard Cable
The 02 connector option uses a miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector with standard cable, providing secure connection and reliable signal transmission in industrial monitoring installations.

Technical FAQs

1. What is the primary function of the Bently Nevada 330103-00-13-05-02-05 probe?
It measures shaft vibration and displacement using non-contact eddy-current sensing technology for rotating machinery condition monitoring.

2. Which product family does this probe belong to?
It belongs to the Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8 mm Proximity Probe family.

3. What sensing principle does this probe use?
It uses eddy-current technology to measure the distance between the probe tip and the rotating shaft target.

4. Does this probe provide a direct monitoring system output?
No. The probe provides a raw displacement signal and requires a compatible Proximitor Sensor for signal conditioning.

5. What type of equipment commonly uses this probe?
It is commonly installed on turbines, compressors, pumps, generators, motors, and other rotating machinery.

6. What does the 8 mm designation represent?
The 8 mm designation refers to the probe sensing system size and its standard measurement capability for industrial shaft monitoring.

7. What is the function of the Proximitor Sensor in the system?
The Proximitor Sensor converts the probe signal into a proportional voltage output representing shaft displacement.

8. Can this probe measure both vibration and shaft position?
Yes. When combined with suitable electronics, it supports both dynamic vibration and static shaft position measurement.

9. What should be checked before replacing this probe?
Users should verify probe model, thread configuration, case length, total length, connector type, and approval requirements.

10. Which monitoring systems are compatible with this probe?
It is designed for use with compatible Bently Nevada 3300 XL Proximitor Sensors and machinery monitoring systems.