Product Overview
The Bently Nevada 330173-00-06-10-02-00 is a 3300 5mm probe with an M8 x 1 thread, supplied without armor. This U.S.-made Industrial Automation Module measures shaft vibration and radial position in rotating machinery. Its configuration includes a 0 mm unthreaded length, a 60 mm overall case length, and a 1.0 metre (3.3 feet) total length. The miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector secures the standard cable while keeping the sensor compact.
Cable strain and connector wear are common failure points in proximity monitoring. The 330173-00-06-10-02-00 addresses both with 222 N (50 lbf) tensile strength at the probe case-to-lead and lead-to-extension connections, plus gold-plated connector contacts.
Key Technical Specifications
Values below apply to a system between +18°C and +27°C with a -24 Vdc supply, a 10 kW load, an AISI 4140 steel target, and a probe gapped at 1.27 mm (50 mils).
| Specification |
Value |
| Product Type |
3300 5mm Probe, M8 x 1 thread, without armor |
| Configuration |
0 mm unthreaded length, 60 mm case, 1.0 m cable, ClickLoc connector |
| Agency Approval |
00 = Not required |
| Power Supply |
-17.5 Vdc to -26 Vdc at 12 mA maximum consumption |
| Supply Sensitivity |
Less than 2 mV change in output voltage per volt change in input voltage |
| Output Resistance |
50 W |
| Probe DC Resistance (1.0 m) |
7.59 ± 0.50 Ω |
| Probe Tip Material |
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) |
| Probe Case Material |
AISI 303 or 304 stainless steel (SST) |
| Probe Cable |
75 Ω triaxial, FEP insulated; 0.5, 1, 2, 5, or 9 m lengths |
| Tensile Strength |
222 N (50 lbf) case-to-lead; 222 N (50 lbf) lead-to-extension |
| Connector Material |
Gold-plated brass or gold-plated beryllium copper |
| Probe Case Torque |
5.1 N·m recommended, 7.3 N·m maximum |
| Connector-to-Connector Torque |
0.565 N·m (0.42 ft·lbf) maximum |
| Minimum Cable Bend Radius |
25.4 mm (1.0 in) |
| Probe Temperature Range |
-35°C to +177°C (-31°F to +351°F) |
| Thread Engagement (M8x1) |
12 mm maximum |
| Weight |
0.323 kg |
At 60 Hz and fields up to 300 Gauss (5 meter system), the probe output remains low: 0.0004 mil pp/gauss at a 10 mil gap and 0.0045 at a 90 mil gap. This low magnetic-field response helps avoid false readings near motors and generators.
Real-World Applications
The 330173-00-06-10-02-00 works in 3300-series radial vibration monitoring on turbine bearings, compressor shafts, and large pumps. The M8 x 1 thread enables precise installation into standard probe holes, while the 60 mm overall case length fits tight machinery clearances.
For axial position monitoring, the 1.0 m cable and miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector maintain a stable signal path. The PPS tip and stainless steel case give the mechanical strength required for continuous proximity sensing.
Installation & Mounting Guidance
Proper installation prevents most field failures. Use the recommended probe case torque of 5.1 N·m (45 in·lb) and never exceed 7.3 N·m (65 in·lb). Over-tightening the M8 x 1 thread can stress the probe case.
Keep the cable bend radius above 25.4 mm (1.0 in) and do not exceed 0.565 N·m (0.42 ft·lbf) at connector-to-connector joints. Thread engagement is limited to 12 mm maximum, so set the mounting depth to leave clearance.
After mounting, set the probe gap to 1.27 mm (50 mils) under the specified system conditions to achieve the linear range published for the 330173-00-06-10-02-00.
Maintenance & Reliability
Inspect the probe before each planned shutdown. Check the ClickLoc connector for looseness and verify the cable has not been bent below the 25.4 mm minimum radius.
Do not expose the probe to temperatures below -34°C (-30°F); the data warns that this can cause premature failure of the pressure seal. The overall operating range is -35°C to +177°C (-31°F to +351°F), but long-term reliability improves within the normal industrial range.
The connector uses gold-plated brass or gold-plated beryllium copper, so a simple visual check for oxidation is enough to maintain stable signals.
Selection Guide & Purchasing Advice
Confirm that each suffix in the part number matches your application. The 330173-00-06-10-02-00 specifies 00 = 0 mm unthreaded length, 06 = 60 mm overall case length, 10 = 1.0 m total length, 02 = miniature coaxial ClickLoc connector, and 00 = no agency approval.
If you need a different cable length or connector, select the matching 330173 series option. PLC Source PRO can help you verify compatibility with your 3300 monitor before ordering.