GE  102242-00-05-50-01 – Proximity Probe/Proximitor Extension Cable for Vibration Monitoring Systems

The GE 102242-00-05-50-01 appears to be a factory-terminated extension cable used between a proximity probe and its Proximitor sensor in turbomachinery vibration and position monitoring. From my experience, this option code is commonly specified when customers need a precise cable length and ruggedized construction to maintain transducer system accuracy on 3300/3300 XL/3500 series installations. You might notice the “-05” option often maps to a 5 m length, making it a straightforward drop-in when replacing aged runs or standardizing spares across multiple machines.

Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees

• Warranty: 365 days standard coverage from delivery
• Delivery: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance payment; full balance prior to delivery
• Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL

Key Features

• System-matched length (option -05) – Typically aligns to a 5 m cable, helping preserve transducer scale factor and linearity.
• Factory-terminated connectors – Reduces installation time and the risk of field wiring errors that can skew gap or sensitivity.
• Shielded, low-noise construction – Designed to minimize electrical interference in high-EMI environments around large drives and generators.
• Rugged jacket for industrial use – Withstands typical oil/gas plant conditions and tight cable routing inside enclosures.
• Broad compatibility – In many cases used with GE Bently Nevada 3300/3300 XL/3500 proximity probe systems (verify against your BOM).
• Service-friendly – Clear option coding makes spares management and replacements faster during outages.

Technical Specifications

Application Fields

This cable is typically used on rotating assets where precise shaft vibration or relative position is monitored:

• Steam and gas turbines in power generation
• Compressors and pumps in oil & gas and petrochemical plants
• Large motors, fans, and gearboxes in metal, pulp & paper, and mining
• Balance-of-plant machinery connected to 3300/3500 monitoring racks

Advantages & Value

• Drop‑in compatibility – Helps you replace aging runs without reworking probe gaps or rack settings.
• Reliable signal integrity – Shielding and terminations support stable readings, which in many cases reduces nuisance trips.
• Lower lifecycle cost – Durable jacket and connectors typically extend service intervals in harsh environments.
• Spares standardization – Clear option codes simplify inventory and avoid mixing non-matching lengths.
• Technical support – We can cross-check the option string against your probe and Proximitor models before shipment.

Installation & Maintenance

• Environment – Route inside a grounded cabinet or conduit where possible; keep separation from high-voltage motor leads and VFD outputs.
• Cable routing – Observe minimum bend radius; avoid crushing, tight cable ties, or sharp edges that can deform the dielectric.
• Shielding/grounding – Terminate shields as per GE Bently Nevada practices to minimize noise; avoid ground loops.
• Connections – Hand‑tighten connectors to recommended torque; confirm mating is clean and dry before final gap adjustment.
• Routine checks – During outages, inspect jacket for nicks/abrasion, perform continuity checks, and verify channel bias/gap on the monitor.
• Calibration – System verification should be done at the monitor using calibrated targets/shims per your site procedure.

Quality & Certifications

• Manufacturer quality practices aligned with GE standards
• Typical compliance: CE and RoHS for cabling; UL recognition where applicable (final conformity depends on specific option build)
• Warranty: 365 days

Commonly Paired Components (for easy BOM checks)

• GE 330103 (5 mm proximity probe)
• GE 330102 (8 mm proximity probe)
• Matching 3300/3300 XL/3500 Proximitor sensors for the selected probe size