{"product_id":"tm0180-a08-b11-c15-d10-eddy-current-probe-provibtech-8mm-sensor","title":"TM0180-A08-B11-C15-D10 Eddy Current Probe ProvibTech 8mm Sensor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eTM0180-A08-B11-C15-D10 ProvibTech Standard 8mm Proximity Probe Product Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eProvibTech TM0180-A08-B11-C15-D10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an industrial-grade, armored 8mm eddy current proximity probe designed for non-contact displacement, vibration, and shaft position monitoring. Operating on eddy current principles, this standard-type transducer transforms the physical gap between the dynamic asset and the probe tip into an accurate electrical signal. The physical assembly includes an M10×1 metric thread pitch and an integrated stainless steel armored sleeve that guards the internal coaxial line against harsh physical degradation. Engineered with a specialized rugged insulation jacket, the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eTM0180-A08-B11-C15-D10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e isolates the signal circuit to prevent ground loops, making it suitable for long-term deployment inside high-stress machinery casings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB's Insight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a condition monitoring design perspective, the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eProvibTech TM0181\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eTM0180 series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e solve a primary failure point in heavy machinery monitoring: moisture, oil penetration, and physical insulation wear. The inclusion of a rugged, flexible protective rubber boot over the miniature coaxial connector provides an excellent physical seal against fluid ingress. This prevents chemical contamination from destabilizing system calibration or causing signal drift. Furthermore, its comprehensive international intrinsic safety certificates make this specific hardware option a drop-in replacement across global plant architectures without requiring costly secondary compliance reviews by safety personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eNomenclature \u0026amp; Configuration Tree Breakdown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ordering code \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eTM0180-A08-B11-C15-D10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a precise structural blueprint dictated by the following mechanical metrics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase Series Designation [TM0180]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 8mm eddy current probe with metric M10×1 threads and protective stainless steel armoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnthreaded Case Length [A08]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifies exactly 80 mm of smooth, unthreaded housing area behind the sensor tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Case Length [B11]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishes a total threaded housing envelope length of 110 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cable Length [C15]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designates a built-in coaxial cable length of 1.5 meters (4.92 feet).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Termination Code [D10]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a factory-installed miniature coaxial connector complete with an oil-resistant rubber boot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eComprehensive Engineering Parameter Matrix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Target Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e15 mm (0.6 inch) diameter of raw target area (AISI 4140 Steel standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Assembly Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.45 Kg (0.99 lbs) including stainless steel armor sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eHazardous Area Compliance Certifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATEX Intrinsic Safety Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e II 1 G, EEx ia IIC T4 at Ta = -40°C to +80°C (KEMA06ATEX0217X classification).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATEX Cable \u0026amp; 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Mixing odd lengths will disrupt the sensor's calibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Clearance Assessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure your machine casing provides an M10×1 tapped hole that accommodates the 110 mm case length without interference from internal structural frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmor Routing Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a minimum bend radius of 30 mm along the armored cable casing during layout to prevent crimping the internal coaxial wire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eLogistics, Packaging, and Warranty Framework\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging Standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxed individually in an ESD-protected container with one sealed \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eTM0180-A08-B11-C15-D10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e probe, thread protector caps, and factory conformance reports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDispatch Lead Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commercial stock units ship out of our global centers within 24 to 48 hours of order processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Express Couriers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid global shipping managed via DHL, FedEx, and UPS international premium channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty Assurance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guarded by a comprehensive 12-month industrial performance warranty policy from the delivery date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of the 80 mm unthreaded section on this specific sensor body model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unthreaded section allows the sensor body to slip easily through thick outer machine sleeves or oil seals before the threaded section engages. 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