Description
1. At-A-Glance Executive Brief
- Model: 330905-00-12-05-02-05 (3300 XL NSv Series)
Industrial Automation & PLC Parts
- Brand: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes)
Industrial Automation & PLC Parts
- Part Type: Close-Range Non-Contacting Proximity Probe
Industrial Automation & PLC Parts
- Lifecycle status: Active / Maintained Machinery Protection Support
- Weight: ~0.7 kg
Industrial Automation & PLC Parts
- Core Application: Small-Target & Restricted-Clearance Radial Vibration / Axial Position Measurement
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2. Technical Introduction
Fluid-filmed bearing machinery with constrained physical clearances—such as small centrifugal compressors, refrigeration compressors, and specialized turbine gearboxes—often presents severe measurement limitations for standard 5 mm or 8 mm proximity transducers due to side-view or counterbore interference. The Bently Nevada 330905-00-12-05-02-05 (3300 XL NSv) proximity probe utilizes modified high-frequency electromagnetic field shaping to deliver linear, precision vibration and position tracking on shafts smaller than 51 mm (2 inches) or flat targets under 15 mm, ensuring uncompromised diagnostic integrity in tight spaces.
3. Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes) |
| Part Number | 330905-00-12-05-02-05 |
| Series Architecture | 3300 XL NSv Close Range Transducer System |
| Thread / Mounting Size | M10 x 1 Threaded Body (Unthreaded Length: 0 mm) |
| Case Length | 120 mm Overall Case Length |
| Total Cable Length | 0.5 meter (1.6 feet) integrated coaxial configuration |
| Connector Type | Miniature Coaxial ClickLoc Connector |
| Approvals & Hazardous Rating | Multiple international hazardous area certifications |
| Linear Range | 1.5 mm (60 mils) |
| Scale Factor (Sensitivity) | 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) |
| Environmental Tolerance | Please refer to the OEM datasheet for complete environmental tolerances. |
4. Field Engineer’s Tech Notes
- Extension Cable Compatibility: Ensure that the matched 3300 NSv extension cable and 3300 XL NSv Proximitor sensor are utilized. Standard 8 mm transducer components are electrically incompatible and will yield erroneous scaling values if interchanged.
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- Tightening and Gap Voltage Alignment: When installing the probe into tight counterbores, adjust the mechanical gap to achieve the specified Proximitor output voltage (typically around -10 VDC center scale) to ensure the linear operating range is fully optimized for dynamic vibration tracking.
5. Adaptive QA & Testing Protocol
Prior to inventory distribution, each proximity probe and integrated cable assembly undergoes static calibration verification on an eddy-current test rig. We sweep the probe tip against a target material matching AISI 4140 steel to validate scale factor linearity (7.87 V/mm), check coaxial connector pin continuity, and confirm ClickLoc shielding integrity. Comprehensive inspection records and test verification data are available upon request.
6. Buyer’s FAQ
- Q: What warranty coverage is included with this proximity probe? A: All hardware items are backed by a standard 12-month replacement warranty covering material and manufacturing integrity from the invoice date.
- Q: How is the probe packaged to prevent shipping damage? A: Every unit is sealed in anti-static protective bags, cushioned inside high-density foam inserts, and shipped in a rugged corrugated container.
- Q: Is this part supplied as new surplus or factory original? A: Inventory status is explicitly marked as either New Surplus (NSFP) or factory-certified original hardware; contact our sales team to confirm active batch availability.





