Product Short Description
Proximity Transducer System, manufactured by Baker Hughes Bently Nevada in the United States. As a critical signal conditioner, it conditions raw eddy current signals from matching 11 mm proximity probes into standardized, low-noise DC voltage outputs for industrial machinery condition monitoring and safety systems.
The model features a 5.0-meter system length and panel-mount configuration, delivering a 4.0 mm longer linear range than the standard 3300 XL 8 mm system, making it ideal for large-scale displacement measurements such as axial thrust, steam turbine expansion, and reciprocating compressor rod position.
Description
Basic Identification Parameters
- Brand: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes Group)
- Exact Model: 330780-50-00
- Product Series: 3300 XL 11 mm Proximity Transducer System
- Product Category: Proximitor Sensor (Signal Conditioner)
- Origin: United States
- Standard Warranty: 12 months
- System Configuration: 11 mm Probe + 11 mm Extension Cable + Proximitor Sensor
- System Length: 5.0 meters (16.4 feet), Panel Mount
- Calibration Default: AISI 4140 steel target (custom calibration available)
- Mounting: 4-hole panel mount (compatible with standard industry patterns)
- Housing Material: A380 Aluminum
- Weight: 0.82 kg (typical)
Electrical & Measurement Specifications
- Input: 3300 XL 11 mm Non-Contact Eddy Current Probe Signal
- Power Supply: -17.5 VDC to -26 VDC (max 12 mA); Operation above -23.5 VDC reduces linear range
- Supply Sensitivity: < 2 mV output change per 1 V input supply change
- Output Signal: DC voltage proportional to gap (static position) + AC dynamic vibration
- Output Impedance: 50 Ω
- Linear Measuring Range: 0.5 mm to 4.5 mm (4.0 mm full scale)
- Sensitivity: 3.94 V/mm (100 mV/mil) ±10% (0.5 mm increments across linear range)
- Recommended Operating Gap: 2.5 mm (100 mils)
- Static Gap Resolution: 0.1 μm
- Frequency Response: 0 Hz to 8 kHz flat response
- Full-Scale Accuracy: ±0.5% FS typical
- Temperature Coefficient: ≤0.01% FS/°C (low drift)
Mechanical & Environmental Specifications
- Wiring Interface: SpringLoc™ terminals (tool-free connection)
- Cable Type: 75 Ω triaxial, FEP-insulated with stainless steel armor
- Minimum Cable Bend Radius: 25.4 mm (1.0 inch)
- Cable Pull Resistance: ≥330 N
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C (continuous)
- Storage Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C
- Humidity Rating: 0–95% RH, non-condensing
- Environmental Protection: IP67 (dustproof, waterproof, oil-resistant)
- EMC Compliance: EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4 (industrial EMC immunity)
- Shock/Vibration: 100 g (11 ms duration); 15 g RMS (10–2000 Hz)
Certifications & Compliance
- Industry Standard: API 670 4th Edition (Machinery Protection)
- Safety Certifications: CE, UL; Optional ATEX, IECEx, CSA for hazardous areas
- RoHS Compliant: Measures RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
- Maritime: ABS 2009 Steel Vessels Rules approval
Core Functional Features
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11 mm Extended Linear Range
Delivers a 4.0 mm linear range (50% longer than the 8 mm system), enabling precise measurement of large displacements like axial thrust, steam turbine expansion, and reciprocating compressor rod position—critical for high-tolerance machinery health monitoring.
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High-Stability Signal Conditioning
Converts raw eddy current signals into low-noise DC outputs with < 2 mV/V supply sensitivity, ensuring minimal drift and stable readings across temperature and supply variations. Supports simultaneous static position (DC) and dynamic vibration (AC) monitoring.
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Seamless System Compatibility
Fully interchangeable with 3300 XL 11 mm probes and extension cables; no field calibration required. Factory-calibrated for AISI 4140 steel (custom options available), ensuring plug-and-play integration with 3300/3500 series machinery protection systems.
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Robust Industrial Design
Aluminum housing with IP67 rating, FEP armored cable, and corrosion-resistant components withstand high temperatures, oil mist, moisture, and mechanical shock—ideal for power, oil & gas, and petrochemical plants.
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Tool-Free Field Wiring
Equipped with SpringLoc™ terminals for fast, secure connections without special tools, reducing installation time and human error.
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Wide Environmental Adaptability
Operates from -40°C to +85°C, with storage down to -55°C, ensuring reliable performance in extreme cold, heat, and humidity conditions common in remote industrial sites.
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EMI/RFI Immunity
Advanced shielding and EMC design suppress electromagnetic interference, maintaining signal integrity in high-noise environments like power generation and refineries.
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Hazardous-Area Ready (Optional)
Available with ATEX, IECEx, and CSA certifications for safe deployment in Zone 0/1 explosive atmospheres, expanding use cases to offshore platforms and chemical plants.
Main Application Scenarios
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Power Generation
Axial thrust and expansion monitoring for steam/gas turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment; prevents rotor-stator collision and ensures unit safety.
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Oil & Gas Industry
Reciprocating compressor rod position, centrifugal compressor shaft vibration, and pipeline pump axial displacement monitoring—critical for offshore platforms and gas transmission stations.
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Petrochemical & Chemical
Large-displacement measurements for reaction kettle drives, fans, and pumps; supports predictive maintenance and reduces unplanned downtime.
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Heavy Industry (Metallurgy, Mining)
Mill main shaft vibration, gearbox axial position, and hydraulic press expansion monitoring; ensures safe operation of heavy machinery.
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General Industrial Rotating Equipment
Vibration and position monitoring for motors, fans, and pumps in manufacturing, water treatment, and HVAC systems.
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Equipment Retrofit & Upgrade
Replaces legacy proximity transducer systems; compatible with existing 3300/3500 monitoring frameworks, minimizing downtime and retrofit costs.





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