Features:
- Alumina cap and 304SS case for aggressive/pH-extreme environments.
- 34 Bar seal and -51°C to +177°C operating range for demanding conditions.
- CSA, ATEX, IECEx certified for Class I Zone 0/2 installations.
The 146054-010-20-02-05 features an alumina ceramic (Al₂O₃) cap and AISI 304 stainless steel probe case, providing exceptional protection against aggressive chemicals and extreme pH environments. This ceramic-capped design is specifically developed for applications involving anhydrous ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, and other corrosive gases and liquids that would rapidly degrade standard probes. The 146054-010-20-02-05 prevents corrosive substances from entering the front end of the probe case through a helium leak-tested ceramic-to-metal hermetic seal.
The 146054-010-20-02-05 is rated to seal 34 Bar (500 psi) pressure, with modifications available for even higher-pressure applications. It operates across a wide temperature range from -51°C to +177°C, making the 146054-010-20-02-05 suitable for both cryogenic and high-temperature processes. The 146054-010-20-02-05 is recommended for applications that require pressure containment, and it is the user's responsibility to ensure safe containment of liquids and gases should leakage occur. The probe's temperature classification covers T1 through T5 ratings for hazardous area compliance, with T5 rated at -55°C to +40°C and T4 at -55°C to +80°C.
The 146054-010-20-02-05 carries multiple hazardous area approvals including CSA, ATEX, and IECEx certifications, making it suitable for Class I Zone 0 and Zone 2 installations. The probe delivers an Incremental Scale Factor of 7.87 V/mm (200 mV/mil) ±6.5% over the 60 mil linear range (0.25 to 1.78 mm or 10 to 70 mils). The 146054-010-20-02-05 uses corrosion-resistant gold-plated ClickLoc connectors that require only finger-tight torque, and the 2.0-meter cable length is designed for use with standard 3300 Proximitor Sensors. The probe's linear range is shifted compared to standard probes, requiring careful gap setting to avoid tip contact.
The 146054-010-20-02-05 Bently Nevada Proximity Probe may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond
End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Bently Nevada 146054-010-20-02-05 Proximity Probe Manuals,
Datasheets, Drivers, Link
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not
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Bently Nevada 146054-010-20-02-05 Proximity Probe Specs
General
- Manufacturer GE / Bently Nevada
- Model 146054-010-20-02-05
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family
146055-10-02-00,146031-02,146031-01
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not
included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are
shown in USD.
- Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3) Compressors: Widely used in fertilizer manufacturing and massive refrigeration loops where ammonia compounds degrade standard sensor polymers.
- Extreme pH Chemical Refining: Installed on process pumps and mixers handling high-alkalinity or acidic gases and fluids.
- High-Pressure Environments: Specifically engineered for machinery enclosures experiencing process pressures up to 34 Bar (500 psi).
- Corrosive Gas Subsystems: Tracks critical vibration or thrust displacement on equipment handling hydrogen sulfide or chlorinated hydrocarbon vapors.
- Helium Leak-Tested Hermetic Seal: The front-end ceramic-to-metal interface is strictly helium leak-tested by the factory to ensure it acts as a total physical block against high-pressure toxic gases entering the probe body.
- Closed-Loop Electrical Diagnostics: When paired with a 3300 XL Proximitor Sensor, the system monitors circuit impedance. It instantly flags "Not OK" status anomalies (such as an open or short circuit caused by a sheared cable) to prevent false trips.
- Corrosion Insulation Safeguards: The alumina tip prevents electrical pitting or degradation from corrosive chemical contact, maintaining a steady scale factor trend over time.
- Unsealed Rear Alert Hardware Protection: The 146054 design has no rear seal fitting. It relies on a secondary external junction box or conduit seal because the rear of the probe must be kept safe from liquids to prevent moisture ingress into the coaxial core.
- Mechanical Gapping: Thread the probe into the bracket while tracking the gap output on a multimeter connected to the Proximitor. Adjust until it registers the linear center voltage (typically around –10.0 VDC against an AISI 4140 steel target).
- Torque Control: Do not over-torque the 3/8-24 threads during installation, as this can crack the ceramic tip-to-metal interface and destroy the hermetic pressure rating. Use a calibrated torque wrench.
- Rear-End Environmental Protection: You must isolate the rear cable side of this probe from water, condensation, or ammonia vapor. Ensure the conduit or terminal housing utilizes liquid-tight glands to keep moisture from entering the back opening.