Bently Nevada 330180-51-CN 3300 XL 8mm probe Proximitor Sensor

Here are the detailed specifications for the Bently Nevada 330180-51-CN 3300 XL 8 mm Proximitor® Sensor. This information is compiled from authoritative product data and supplier technical sheets to provide a comprehensive overview for engineering and procurement purposes.

Bently Nevada 330180-51-CN 3300 XL Proximitor® Sensor - Technical Specifications

The 330180-51-CN is a signal conditioning module within the 3300 XL 8 mm proximity transducer system. It is designed to interface with an 8 mm probe and extension cable to provide a highly linear output voltage proportional to the distance between the probe tip and a conductive target .

General Information

Parameter Specification

Model Number 330180-51-CN 

Product Type 3300 XL Proximitor® Sensor 

Manufacturer Bently Nevada (a Baker Hughes business) 

System Length 5.0 meters (16.4 feet) 

Mounting Configuration DIN rail mount 

Compatible Probes 3300 XL 8 mm and 5 mm series, and legacy 3300 series probes 

Agency Approvals Country-specific approvals for China market (denoted by the -CN suffix) 

Electrical Specifications

Parameter Specification

Supply Voltage -17.5 Vdc to -26 Vdc (typical -24 Vdc) 

Power Consumption 12 mA maximum 

Output Signal -0.8 V to -22 V linear voltage (proportional to target gap) 

Sensitivity 7.87 mV/µm (200 mV/mil) 

Linear Range 2 mm (80 mils) from 0.25 mm to 2.3 mm (10 to 90 mils) 

Frequency Response 0 to 10 kHz (–3 dB) 

Accuracy (Linearity) ±0.5% of full scale 

Output Impedance 50 Ω 

Supply Sensitivity Less than 2 mV change in output voltage per volt change in input voltage 

Mechanical & Environmental Specifications

Parameter Specification

Operating Temperature -51°C to +100°C (-60°F to +212°F) 

Storage Temperature -51°C to +105°C (-60°F to +221°F) 

Protection Class IP67 (Dust-tight and protected against immersion) 

Housing Material A308 aluminum / corrosion-resistant construction 

Connector Type Gold-plated ClickLoc™ (finger-tight, locking mechanism) 

Field Wiring 0.2 to 1.5 mm² (16 to 24 AWG), 3-conductor shielded triad cable 

Max Field Wiring Length 305 meters (1,000 feet) to monitor 

Weight (approx.) 0.7 kg (1.54 lbs) 

Compliance API 670 (4th Edition), CE marked 

Key Features & Functional Overview

API 670 Compliance: Designed and certified to meet the 4th Edition of the American Petroleum Institute's standard for proximity probes and systems, ensuring reliability in critical turbomachinery applications .

Complete Interchangeability: The 3300 XL system is fully interchangeable. Any component (probe, extension cable, Proximitor) can be replaced without needing benchtop calibration or system matching, reducing downtime and spare parts complexity .

Enhanced EMI/RFI Immunity: Built-in shielding and filtering provide superior immunity to electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, eliminating the need for special shielded conduit in most installations .

Diagnostic LED: An integral green "OK" LED provides a clear visual indication of the sensor's operational status, facilitating quick troubleshooting .

Versatile Mounting: This specific model features a DIN rail mount configuration, allowing high-density installation in control cabinets . The mounting base provides electrical isolation to simplify installation.

SpringLoc Terminals: Features SpringLoc terminal strips that require no special installation tools and provide faster, more robust field wiring connections .

Typical Applications

Radial Vibration Monitoring of shafts in fluid-film bearings .

Axial (Thrust) Position Monitoring to detect thrust bearing wear or misalignment .

Keyphasor® Reference Signal for speed and phase measurement .

Shaft displacement and differential expansion measurements .

Predictive maintenance programs in industrial automation systems .

Model Number Decoder

The part number 330180-51-CN breaks down as follows:

Segment Code Description

Base 330180 3300 XL Proximitor® Sensor series 

Total Length / Mounting 51 5.0-meter system with DIN rail mount 

Agency Approval CN Country-specific approvals (China market)