{"product_id":"146054-08-50-00-00-bently-nevada-ceramic-proximity-probe","title":"146054-08-50-00-00 Bently Nevada Ceramic Proximity Probe","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eBently Nevada 146054-08-50-00-00 3300 Ceramic Capped Proximity Probe Architecture Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstrumentation engineers implement the \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e146054-08-50-00-00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e ceramic-capped proximity probe within extreme industrial measurement environments. This factory-original assembly utilizes an alumina ceramic tip to withstand abrasive media and high-temperature conditions. \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e designs this \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e3300 Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e transducer for precise vibration and position monitoring in aggressive machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eConfiguration Breakdown and Suffix Hierarchy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eParameter Designation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eConfigured Suffix Option\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngineering Specification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer Brand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal Equipment Manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBase Product Family\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e146054\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3300 Ceramic Capped Probe Platform (3\/8-24 UNF thread, without armor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Part Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e146054-08-50-00-00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully assembled probe including case length, total length, connector, and approval options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Case Length Option\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e-08\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8 inches physical case length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal Length Option\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e-50\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0 meters (16.4 feet) total electrical length (for use with 5 m Proximitor sensors only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eConnector and Cable-Type Option\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo connector attached to the probe lead termination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAgency Approval Option\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e-00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot required hazardous location certification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectrical and Mechanical Performance Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLinear Measurement Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.52 mm (60 mils) spanning from 0.25 to 1.78 mm (10 to 70 mils) (-4 to -16 Vdc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncremental Scale Factor (ISF):\u003c\/b\u003e 7.87 V\/mm (200 mV\/mil) nominal output for standard 5-metre systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNominal DC Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.73 ± 0.70 ohms measured from center conductor to outer conductor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaximum Thread Engagement Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.563 inches with 3\/8-24 UNF probe case thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePressure Sealing Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e Rated to seal 34 Bar (500 psi) nitrogen pressure environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOperating and Storage Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e -51°C to +177°C (-60°F to +351°F) probe thermal limits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplosive Atmosphere Temperature Classifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFor EPL Ga and Gc (Ambient Probe Range):\u003c\/b\u003e T1 class covers -55°C to +232°C; T2 covers -55°C to +177°C; T3 covers -55°C to +120°C; T4 covers -55°C to +80°C; T5 covers -55°C to +40°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFor EPL Dc (Dust Ratings):\u003c\/b\u003e T280°C at Ta -55°C to +232°C; T225°C at Ta -55°C to +177°C; T170°C at Ta -55°C to +120°C; T130°C at Ta -55°C to +80°C; T105°C at Ta -55°C to +100°C; T90°C at Ta -55°C to +40°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLogistics and Warranty Terms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply 100% brand new, factory-original units housed in secure packaging. Orders dispatch within 24 to 48 hours via premium global courier networks including FedEx, UPS, and DHL. Every purchase includes a comprehensive 12-month factory warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTarget Machinery, Application Scenarios, and Diagnostics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant operators deploy the \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e146054-08-50-00-00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e ceramic-capped probe in high-temperature slurry pumps, slag grinders, and heavy chemical reactors where standard polymer probe tips experience chemical erosion or thermal degradation. The alumina ceramic tip resists aggressive chemical attack while tracking shaft vibration. Monitoring systems process these high-resolution voltage fluctuations to detect mechanical unbalance, fluid cavitation, and bearing wear under severe industrial conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB Insight \u0026amp; Field Engineering Experience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstrumentation engineers frequently observe signal degradation when 5-metre probes are mistakenly paired with standard 1-metre proximitor sensors due to mismatched capacitance tuning. For instance, a minerals processing plant resolved erratic vibration readings on a high-temperature slurry agitator by verifying that the 5-metre probe matched an identical 5-metre proximitor configuration. Engineers recommend checking thread engagement depth carefully during installation to prevent bottoming out the 3\/8-24 UNF threads inside restricted mounting bores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What operational benefit does the alumina ceramic tip provide over standard polyphenylsulfone tips?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The alumina ceramic material offers superior resistance to abrasive slurries, high chemical corrosion, and elevated operating temperatures up to +232°C in gas atmosphere zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Why must this 5-metre probe version connect exclusively to a 5-metre proximitor sensor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The system capacitance is precisely calibrated for a fixed 5-metre electrical length; mixing cable lengths alters total circuit resistance and invalidates output voltage scaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How does the pressure seal integrity hold up under high-pressure gas applications?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The factory seal withstands up to 34 Bar (500 psi) of nitrogen pressure, though custom modifications are available for extreme high-pressure containment requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What precautions should technicians take when installing unarmored probe leads in tight conduits?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Technicians must route the coaxial cable away from sharp metal edges and high-voltage power lines to prevent mechanical chafing and electromagnetic noise coupling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What criteria are essential when selecting replacement ceramic probes for harsh processes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Buyers must verify the exact thread size, case length option, and total length suffix—such as the \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e-08-50\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e configuration—to match existing mechanical clearances and calibration baselines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/146054_467d49e7-2daa-4a9e-847c-22888ca40548.png?v=1784277193\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45013942436022,"sku":"146054-08-50-00-00","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/BentlyNevada146054_16_56ed399b-f892-441b-bd1d-1ebdacec087e.jpg?v=1785402965","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/146054-08-50-00-00-bently-nevada-ceramic-proximity-probe","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}