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

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. Tool-Free Field Wiring

    Equipped with SpringLoc™ terminals for fast, secure connections without special tools, reducing installation time and human error.

  6. 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.

  7. EMI/RFI Immunity

    Advanced shielding and EMC design suppress electromagnetic interference, maintaining signal integrity in high-noise environments like power generation and refineries.

  8. 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

  1. Power Generation

    Axial thrust and expansion monitoring for steam/gas turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment; prevents rotor-stator collision and ensures unit safety.

  2. 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.

  3. Petrochemical & Chemical

    Large-displacement measurements for reaction kettle drives, fans, and pumps; supports predictive maintenance and reduces unplanned downtime.

  4. Heavy Industry (Metallurgy, Mining)

    Mill main shaft vibration, gearbox axial position, and hydraulic press expansion monitoring; ensures safe operation of heavy machinery.

  5. General Industrial Rotating Equipment

    Vibration and position monitoring for motors, fans, and pumps in manufacturing, water treatment, and HVAC systems.

  6. Equipment Retrofit & Upgrade

    Replaces legacy proximity transducer systems; compatible with existing 3300/3500 monitoring frameworks, minimizing downtime and retrofit costs.

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