Where It Excels in Industrial Use

• Reliable Shaft Vibration Measurement
The Bently Nevada 330171-00-32-05-02-05 3300 5 mm Proximity Probe is engineered for precise non-contact measurement of shaft vibration, radial displacement, and shaft position in rotating machinery. Its proven eddy-current sensing technology delivers dependable data for machinery protection and predictive maintenance systems.

• Compact Machinery Installations
With a 3.2-inch case length and 0.5-meter cable configuration, this probe is well suited for installations where mounting space is limited while maintaining high measurement accuracy on turbines, compressors, pumps, and motors.

• Continuous Equipment Health Monitoring
Designed to operate with compatible Bently Nevada Proximitor Sensors and extension cables, the probe supplies stable displacement signals for vibration monitoring, shaft position measurement, and machinery protection systems.

• Demanding Industrial Environments
Its stainless-steel housing, PPS probe tip, and industrial-grade construction make it suitable for long-term use in power generation, petrochemical, oil & gas, mining, and heavy manufacturing facilities. 

Key Strengths at a Glance

• 3300 5 mm Eddy-Current Sensing Technology
Provides highly stable non-contact displacement measurement with excellent repeatability for rotating equipment diagnostics.

• 3.2-Inch Case Length Configuration
The 32 option specifies a 3.2-inch overall case length, offering flexible installation across a wide range of machinery configurations.

• 0.5-Meter Integrated Cable
The 05 total length option provides a compact cable arrangement that minimizes excess cable routing while maintaining signal integrity.

• Miniature ClickLoc Connector
Equipped with the 02 miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector, the probe enables secure electrical connections and dependable long-term performance in industrial environments. 

Technical FAQs

1. What is the primary function of the Bently Nevada 330171-00-32-05-02-05?
It measures shaft vibration, displacement, and shaft position using non-contact eddy-current sensing technology.

2. Which product family does this model belong to?
It is part of the Bently Nevada 3300 5 mm Proximity Probe series.

3. Does this probe require additional electronics?
Yes. It is designed to operate with a compatible 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor and extension cable as part of a complete transducer system.

4. What type of machinery is this probe commonly installed on?
Typical applications include steam turbines, gas turbines, centrifugal compressors, pumps, motors, generators, and other fluid-film bearing machines.

5. What does the 32 option represent?
The 32 configuration specifies a 3.2-inch overall case length.

6. What does the 05 total length option indicate?
It specifies a 0.5-meter (1.6 ft) probe cable length.

7. What connector does this probe use?
It uses a miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector with a standard cable configuration.

8. Can the probe measure both static and dynamic parameters?
Yes. When used with compatible electronics, it measures both shaft position (static) and shaft vibration (dynamic).

9. What material is used for the probe housing?
The probe housing is manufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel, while the sensing tip uses durable PPS material.

10. What should be verified before replacing this probe?
Users should confirm the probe series, case length, cable length, connector option, approval option, and compatibility with the existing Proximitor Sensor.