Features:
- Front-sealed alumina ceramic cap protects the sensing face in anhydrous ammonia and extreme pH environments
- 304 stainless steel probe case construction ensures durable performance under pressures up to 34 Bar (500 psi)
- Direct integration with 3300 Proximitor Sensor and extension cable supports seamless signal transmission
The 146054-14-10-02-00 functions as the 3300 Ceramic Capped Probe within the Bently Nevada proximity sensing portfolio, providing reliable displacement measurement for machinery operating in aggressive chemical or high-pressure environments. The 146054-14-10-02-00 interfaces directly with the 3300 Proximitor Sensor and extension cable, transmitting precise proximity signals through the monitoring chain to support continuous machinery protection. Front-end hermetic sealing is standard with the 146054-14-10-02-00, which has been developed specifically for applications where only the front of the probe case assembly encounters corrosive gases and liquids.
The 146054-14-10-02-00 provides essential proximity sensing capability critical to machinery protection programs, serving as a vital sensing element in the monitoring path that directly influences the accuracy and reliability of the overall vibration and displacement monitoring system. The 146054-14-10-02-00 must always be installed with the ceramic-capped front end oriented toward the process environment while ensuring the rear section remains completely isolated from water, NH3, NH4OH, hydrogen sulfide, or other destructive media.
For applications requiring comprehensive sealing at both the front and rear of the probe case, the 3300 system utilizes the 146056 ceramic probe assembly as an alternative to the 146054-14-10-02-00. In addition to standard front-sealed operation, the 146056 configuration also incorporates a rear fitting and stainless steel tubing to prevent corrosive ingress from both ends. The 146054-14-10-02-00 executes measurement using the front-end ceramic cap and helium-tested ceramic-to-metal interface specified in the probe construction.
The 146054-14-10-02-00 Bently Nevada 3300 Ceramic Capped Probe may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Bently Nevada 146054-14-10-02-00 3300 Ceramic Capped Probe Manuals,Datasheets,Link
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.
Bently Nevada 146054-14-10-02-00 3300 Ceramic Capped Probe Specs
General
- Manufacturer Bently Nevada
- Model 146054-14-10-02-00
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family 146054-14-10-02-05,146054-14-10-01-00
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.
- Corrosive & Aggressive Media: The alumina ceramic tip (Al₂O₃) and 304 stainless steel case provide specialized resistance against highly caustic chemicals, such as anhydrous ammonia (NH₃), ammonium hydroxide (NH₄OH), hydrogen sulfide, and black liquor.
- High-Pressure Machinery Seals: Rated to withstand pressures up to 34 Bar (500 psi), the front end features a helium-leak-tested, ceramic-to-metal hermetic seal to prevent toxic or pressurized gases from escaping through the machinery casing via the probe assembly.
- Target Measurements: The assembly is deployed to continuously track radial vibration, shaft axial (thrust) position, and phase reference (Keyphasor) on critical industrial assets. These include large centrifugal compressors, gas or steam turbines, process pumps, and high-speed fans.
- Transducer System Hookup: The probe links via its gold-plated ClickLoc coaxial connector to a 3300 or 3300 XL extension cable, which then terminates into a Bently Nevada Proximitor Sensor.
- Signal Generation: The Proximitor sensor powers the probe circuit and converts eddy-current impedance variations into a highly linear DC voltage output (typically an Average Scale Factor of 7.87 V/mm or 200 mV/mil). This analog voltage is directly proportional to the physical gap distance between the probe tip and the target shaft.
- Field Wiring Integration: The conditioned output can be transmitted over standard shielded three-conductor triad cables up to 305 meters (1,000 feet) from the Proximitor sensor directly to a centralized control room or monitoring rack.
- Machinery Protection Systems: It serves as the primary data source for continuous hardware protection platforms, such as the Bently Nevada 3500 Monitoring System.
- Predictive Asset Management: The real-time gap and vibration waveform metrics feed directly into predictive maintenance suites like Bently Nevada System 1 Software. This allows plant engineers to analyze orbit plots, track vibration trends, flag mechanical anomalies early, and schedule repairs before a catastrophic failure occurs.
- Emergency Shutdown (ESD) Triggers: When wired into critical safety instrumented systems (SIS) or plant distributed control systems (DCS), extreme thrust or vibration limits detected by this probe can safely execute automatic emergency machinery trips.