330172-00-20-90-02-00 | Bently Nevada 3300 5mm Probe – 9m Cable, 2in Case Length

330172-00-20-90-02-00 – Bently Nevada 3300 5mm Probe | 9m Armored Cable, 1/4-28 Thread

Long reach for big machines. The Bently Nevada 330172-00-20-90-02-00 is a 3300 series 5mm probe. It has 9 meter armored cable and 1/4-28 UNF thread. Made in USA. Perfect for large turbines and compressors where the monitor is far away.

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📌 Product Overview – Key Features

• ▶ 3300 series 5mm proximity probe
  • ▪ Measures vibration and shaft position
  • ▪ Made in U.S.A. by Bently Nevada
• ▶ Extra long 9 meter armored cable
  • ▪ Reaches distant monitoring panels
  • ▪ Armor protects against damage
• ▶ 1/4-28 UNF thread
  • ▪ Standard size for easy mounting
  • ▪ Max thread engagement 0.375 inch
• ▶ Durable materials
  • ▪ Probe tip: Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
  • ▪ Probe case: AISI 304 stainless steel

⚙️ Technical Specifications

• ▸ General Info
  • ▪ Manufacturer: Bently Nevada
  • ▪ Model: 330172-00-20-90-02-00
  • ▪ Series: 3300 5mm Probe
  • ▪ Thread: 1/4-28 UNF
  • ▪ Cable: Armored, 9 meters (29.5 feet)
  • ▪ Weight: 0.323 kg
• ▸ Part Number Breakdown
  • ▪ Unthreaded length: 00 = 0 inch
  • ▪ Overall case length: 20 = 2.0 inches
  • ▪ Total cable length: 90 = 9.0 meters
  • ▪ Connector: 02 = Miniature coaxial ClickLoc
  • ▪ Approval: 00 = Not required
• ▸ Electrical & Performance
  • ▪ Power: -17.5 Vdc to -26 Vdc at 12 mA max
  • ▪ Output resistance: 50 Ω
  • ▪ Probe DC resistance (9m): 9.87 ± 0.90 Ω
  • ▪ Supply sensitivity: less than 2 mV per volt change
• ▸ Mechanical Limits
  • ▪ Probe case torque: 5.1 N·m (45 in·lb) recommended, max 7.3 N·m
  • ▪ Tensile strength: 222 N (50 lbf)
  • ▪ Min cable bend radius: 25.4 mm (1.0 inch)
  • ▪ Max thread engagement: 0.375 inch
• ▸ Environmental & Temperature
  • ▪ Probe temp range: -35°C to +177°C (-31°F to +351°F)
  • ▪ For EPL Ga/Gc: T1 (-55°C to +232°C) down to T5 (-55°C to +40°C)
  • ▪ For EPL Dc: T280°C @ Ta down to T90°C @ Ta

🔧 Installation & Mounting Tips

• ▪ Drilling the hole
  • ▪ Use #3 or larger tap drill for 1/4-28 thread.
  • ▪ Max thread engagement depth: 0.375 inch.
• ▪ Tightening torque
  • ▪ Recommended: 5.1 N·m (45 in·lb).
  • ▪ Maximum: 7.3 N·m (65 in·lb).
• ▪ Cable handling
  • ▪ Minimum bend radius: 25.4 mm (1 inch).
  • ▪ Avoid pulling with force above 222 N.

🔌 System Compatibility

• ▪ Works with
  • ▪ Bently Nevada XL Proximitor sensors
  • ▪ 3500 and 1900 series monitors
  • ▪ Extension cables with ClickLoc connectors
• ▪ Note
  • ▪ Total system length (probe + extension) max 9 meters
  • ▪ This probe has 9m cable – no extension needed

🎯 Manager’s Insight – Long Cable, Same Reliability

• ▪ Why we stock this 9m version
  • “Many power plants have monitors in control rooms far from the machine. This 9m probe solves that. Same great Bently accuracy, no extension cable needed. Fewer connections mean less signal loss. For large steam turbines and generators, this is our top recommendation.” – Senior Vibration Analyst, PowergearX.

🏭 Typical Applications & Machines

• ▪ Best for these machines
  • ▪ Large steam turbines (power generation)
  • ▪ Gas turbines and compressors
  • ▪ Generators with remote monitoring panels
  • ▪ Hydroelectric turbines
  • ▪ Large pumps and fans
• ▪ Measurements
  • ▪ Shaft radial vibration
  • ▪ Axial position (thrust)
  • ▪ Shaft eccentricity

📦 Warranty & Fast Delivery

• ▪ 12-month warranty
  • ▪ Covers manufacturing defects.
• ▪ Shipping terms
  • ▪ 12-24 hours dispatch after payment.
  • ▪ Carriers: FedEx, UPS, DHL (tracked express).
• ▪ Box includes
  • ▪ 1 x Bently Nevada 330172 probe with 9m armored cable
  • ▪ Connector protector installed
  • ▪ Calibration certificate (on request)

🔍 Compare with Other Bently Nevada Probes

• ▪ Need a different configuration?
  • ▪ 330171-00-30-10-02-00 – 1m cable, 3.0 inch case length
  • ▪ 330171-00-08-90-01-05 – 9m cable, different connector option

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q1: Why would I choose the 9 meter version?
  • A1: When your monitor is far from the machine. 9 meters reaches most control rooms. No need for extension cables – fewer connection points mean better signal quality.
• Q2: Can I cut the cable to make it shorter?
  • A2: No. Cutting changes the capacitance and ruins calibration. Order the correct length from the start. Available lengths: 0.5m, 1m, 2m, 5m, or 9m.
• Q3: What is the difference between 330171 and 330172 series?
  • A3: Both are 5mm probes. 330172 has a different case length option range. 330171 is another variant. Check your existing probe part number to match correctly.
• Q4: Is this probe approved for hazardous areas?
  • A4: This version has approval option “00” = not required. For hazardous area approvals, choose “CN” or other approval codes. Contact us for certified versions.
• Q5: Do you offer warranty and fast shipping?
  • A5: Yes – 12 months warranty. We ship within 12-24 hours via FedEx, UPS, or DHL. Tracking provided. Email sales@powergearx.com for urgent orders.

📘 Buying Guide – Is 330172-00-20-90-02-00 Right for You?

• ▪ Choose this model if
  • ▪ Your monitor is 5-9 meters away from the probe.
  • ▪ You need 1/4-28 UNF thread mounting.
  • ▪ You want armored cable for rough environments.
  • ▪ You don’t need hazardous area certification.
• ▪ Consider alternatives if
  • ▪ You need shorter cable (0.5m to 5m options exist).
  • ▪ You require hazardous area approval (choose -CN version).
  • ▪ Your monitor is more than 9 meters away (use extension cable with 5m probe).
• ▪ Pro tip
  • ▪ Measure the exact distance from probe to monitor before ordering. Add 10% extra for routing. A 9m cable is heavy – plan for proper support.

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