BENTLY NEVADA 330980-51-00 – Accessory for 3300 XL Proximity Transducer Systems in Critical Vibration Monitoring

The BENTLY NEVADA 330980-51-00 is part of the 3300 XL proximity transducer system lineup used on turbines, compressors, and large motors. From my experience, plants typically use this model as a robust interconnect/accessory within the probe–extension–Proximitor chain, keeping shaft vibration and position measurements stable over long cable runs. You might notice that it’s designed with the same reliability standards as the 3300 XL family, so it fits right into existing 3300/3500 monitoring architectures with minimal fuss.

Order Placement Process & Guarantees

• Warranty: 365 days
• Lead time: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance; full payment before delivery
• Express delivery: FedEx, UPS, DHL

Key Features

• 3300 XL ecosystem compatibility – Works within the standard probe/extension/Proximitor sensor chain common to Bently Nevada installations.
• Signal integrity focus – Shielding and termination quality are geared to low‑noise proximity signals, which typically reduces drift and false trips.
• Industrial build – Materials and construction suited for machinery spaces where oil mist, vibration, and temperature swings are common.
• Drop‑in maintenance – Field teams can replace like‑for‑like without re-engineering the rack or changing monitoring logic.
• Traceable configuration – Length/options follow familiar 3300 XL coding, making spares planning and reorder checks straightforward.

Technical Specifications

Application Fields

Typical deployments include API‑standard rotating equipment in:

• Steam and gas turbines (shaft vibration/axial position)
• Compressors and expanders in petrochemical units
• Large induction motors, pumps, and gearboxes
• Paper machines and steel mill drives where continuous vibration trending is essential

Advantages & Value

• Reliability in harsh areas – The 3300 XL lineage is well‑proven around oil mist and high vibration, which in many cases reduces nuisance alarms.
• Compatibility you can bank on – Pairs cleanly with existing 3300 XL probes and Proximitors, so there’s no need to re‑qualify the monitoring channel.
• Lower lifecycle cost – Keeping to standardized spares typically shortens turnaround during outages and simplifies storeroom planning.
• Technical backup – Documentation and field experience around the 3300 XL stack are widely available, which makes troubleshooting faster.

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet/environment – Mount Proximitor housings in ventilated enclosures; avoid direct heat sources and high‑EMI zones where possible.
• Cable routing – Separate from VFD/motor power runs; keep bends gentle and maintain factory terminations. Shield should be continuous end‑to‑end.
• Grounding – Follow Bently Nevada grounding scheme to prevent ground loops; bond shields at the designated end only.
• Safety – De‑energize associated machinery circuits before handling; observe lockout/tagout and ESD protection.
• Routine care – Visual inspection for abrasion and connector integrity during outages; wipe down, check strain reliefs, and verify channel bias/OK statuses at the monitor.
• Calibration checks – Channel verification through the monitor (gap/bias checks) during scheduled maintenance; firmware updates on the 3500 rack when recommended.

A maintenance lead at a refinery told us their team swapped a damaged 3300 XL cable assembly in under 30 minutes during a hot‑standby window—no logic changes, just a clean like‑for‑like exchange that brought the channel back within spec.

Quality & Certifications

• Typically shipped with CE marking and RoHS compliance for the 3300 XL family
• Manufactured under ISO 9001 quality systems
• 365‑day warranty (advance replacement support available depending on stock)

If you’re matching an existing channel, share the installed probe and Proximitor model codes and the length option on your current assembly. That small detail usually guarantees drop‑in fit for the 330980-51-00 and keeps your vibration trending consistent.