Product Manual

MNX10031 / REV B

MODEL DX3301/
PRO DP/DD/DC 1001 Series
5 & 9 Meter System Lengths

Proximity Probe Assembly

(Probe, Extension Cable, Driver)

Contents
SECTION I OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 2
DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................................. 2
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 3
SECTION II INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................ 5
MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................................... 5
PROBE CABLE CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 5
TERMINAL STRIP CONNECTIONS......................................................................................................................... 6
CONNECTIONS FOR THE TYPICAL -24 VDC SYSTEMS ............................................................................................... 6
FIGURE 1. DRIVER........................................................................................................................................... 6
POWER REVERSAL........................................................................................................................................... 7
TARGET SURFACES .......................................................................................................................................... 7
FIGURE 2. PROBE TIP CLEARANCE ...................................................................................................................... 8
SECTION III OPERATION ........................................................................................................................... 9
OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................... 9
SECTION IV MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................... 10
GENERAL .................................................................................................................................................... 10
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................. 10

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Section I
Overview
Introduction
This document contains information on the operation, installation and
maintenance of the DX3301 & DP/DC/DD1001. This manual is an overview of
the system and references the specific component manuals. User manuals are
provided with the system for all configurable internal components.

Description
The DX3301 & DP/DC/DD1001 Proximity Probe Assemblies utilize an eddy
current that produces a negative voltage that is directly proportional to the gap
distance between the probe and measured surface. The assembly consists of a
proximity probe, extension cable and driver. The driver is a 3-wire device with
connections for power, ground/common, and signal output. The driver is
intended for use with a DC Negative power supply.

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Specifications
Proximity Sensor
Model
Type
Standard Versions

PRO Version: DP 1001 Series

Bently Compatible Version: DX3301
Eddy-Current Probe
8mm diameter
5 meter, 9 meter systems

8mm Probes
Full Gap Range
Usable Gap Range
Sensitivity

100 mils (2.54 mm)

20 to 80 mils (0.254 mm to 2.286 mm)
200 mV/mil (7874 mV/mm)

Probe Connector
Type
Connector

Miniature, circular
12-32 threaded

Integrated Probe Cable

Type
Length
Connector

Triaxial, Teflon Jacketed

Various Lengths Available
12-32 threaded

Probe Cables and Extension Cables

Model
Type
Connector
Length

PRO Version: DC 1001 Series

Bently Compatible Version: DX330130
Tri-axial
12-32 threaded
Various Lengths Available

Driver Output
Maximum Range
Linear Range (nominal)
Accuracy
Linearity
Frequency Response
Rated Load
Allowed Short Circuit Duration

-0.7 to -21.5 Vdc (4140 SAE)

-3 to -15 Vdc
5% at the linear range end pts (5m)
6.5% at the linear range end pts (9m)
5% in linear range (5m)
6.5% in linear range (9m)
0 to 10 KHz (-10%)
Current 1.0 mA
Unlimited

Accuracy and linearity specifications apply at 25C and -24 0.2 Vdc supply voltage

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Calibration Factors
Probe Version
Cable Length
Target Material

Tip size/type
3 to 50 feet
SAE4140 Standard

Interface Connectors
Standard Probe Connector
Power Connection
Signal Out Connection
Auxiliary Signal Output

Miniature Connectors
2 #6 Phillips Head Screw Terminals
2 #6 Phillips Head Screw Terminals
BNC Jack

Operating Power
Voltage
Normal Operating Voltage Range
Absolute Maximum Voltage
Power Consumption

-24 Vdc nominal

-17.5 to -26 Vdc
-26 Vdc
150mW, maximum

Isolation
Case Isolation

Isolated from all connections

Mechanical
Enclosure

Extruded Aluminum

Dimensions

3.25 L x 1.1875 W x 2.42 H

(82mm x 30mm x 61mm)
2.00 (51 mm) x 2.00 (51mm)

Mounting Hole Spacing (Panel Mount)

Environmental
Driver Ambient Operation Temperature
Probe Ambient Operation Temperature
Extension Cable Ambient Operation
Temperature
Driver Humidity

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-31F to 185F (-35C to 85C)

-31F to 350F (-35C to 177C)
-31F to 350F (-35C to 177C)
0 to 95% RH, non-condensing

Section II
Installation
Mounting
For most applications, it is recommended that the driver be mounted in a
protective housing. More than one driver may share a single housing to simplify
installation. Locate drivers in a place where easy access can be obtained.
Excess probe cable length should be coiled up inside the housing. The PRO
Proximity systems are available in 5 or 9 meters total length only.
NOTE: Guard against oil and dirt getting into the connectors.

Probe Cable Connections

The cable connected to the driver may be an integral part of the probe or an
extension cable. The cable connects to the driver via the miniature connector.
Only PRO Proximity Probe Cables should be used for the PRO Series Bently
3300 Cables can be used for the PRO Bently Compatible Series. Substitute
cables from other sources should not be used, as they may not be electrically
compatible and may seriously affect system accuracy.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT CUT CABLE TO REDUCE LENGTH.
Connections should be tight. Snug the connector screw collar, applying about 5
inch-lbs (0.6 N-m) of torque.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not over tighten the probe cable connection. Do not
exceed a torque of 8 inch-lbs (0.9 N-m). Too much torque can damage the
connector's insulator, break the epoxy bond, or twist the internal cable
shield connections, compromising the drivers seal or electrical
connections.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Probe connectors must not touch any machine metal
parts. Proper steps should be taken to isolate connectors from metal
surface connector covers are available per request.

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Terminal Strip Connections

Strain relief for the cable connections should be provided by means of
compression glands or conduit fittings. For shielded cables, the shield should be
connected at the central system only, and not at the driver.

Figure 1. Driver

Connections for Power Supply

The driver has three terminal connections: Vt, COM and OUT. The power is
connected to the Vt and COM terminals.
The COM (signal common or signal ground) terminal is isolated from the driver
case. COM is not directly connected to the probe cable connectors.
The OUT terminal is the output signal connection, and is a negative voltage
output, with the voltage going more negative (higher in magnitude) as the gap
increases. COM is used for the output as well.

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Power Reversal
The drivers are protected against reverse polarity.

Target Surfaces
The target material directly affects the output from the system. Drivers are
calibrated for SAE 4140 steel. If the target material is different from that specified
and used for calibration, the output may be significantly inaccurate.
For vibration monitoring of rotating shafts, the observed surface must have a
roughness not to exceed 32 micro inches (<1 microns) and must be concentric. If
the surface is rough or has discontinuities, or there is excessive mechanical runout, false vibration readings will result. To insure measurement accuracy, the
target area should be at the circumference of a shaft and perpendicular to the
probe tip.
Linear range may be reduced if the target/shaft diameter < 3 inches.

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Note: Shaft diameters should be uniform in target area, and free of keyways
& oil slingers or mechanical damage.

Proper clearance around the probe tip must be provided. Refer to Figure 2.
There should be no metal, other than the target, within a specified radius from
the probe tip centerline over a distance from target back to the mounting surface.

Figure 2. Probe Tip Clearance

Setup and Adjustment

When all connections to the driver have been made, and the probe is in place,
apply power. For applications where the only data of interest is vibration level,
where measuring the gap is not important, the voltage at the OUT (signal output)
terminal, relative to the COM (common) terminal should be -9.0 +/- 0.5 volts for a
mid range gap. Adjust the probe until this reading is obtained. For applications
where the actual gap needs to be measured, adjust the probe until a reading is
obtained that reflects the desired initial gap setting.

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Section III
Operation
Operation
A PRO Probe Assembly operates in combination with a PRO Probe Driver. For
the Bently Compatible PRO Series, the Probe Assembly can be interchanged
with Bently 3300 Series components. The driver outputs a signal that is
proportional to the gap between the probe tip and the target. The average gap
corresponds to the DC component of the output. Vibration is measured by
monitoring the DC variation of the signal simulating an AC component. All drivers
have the same 20 volt output span. The output sensitivity of the driver is
200mV/mil for the most widely used 8mm 3/8-24 probes. This is based upon the
20V span divided by the nominal 100 mil range.

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Section
IV
Maintenance
General
There are no customer replaceable parts. The product should provide troublefree continuous service under normal operating conditions.

Warranty
If any PRO product should ever fail, we will repair or replace it at no charge, as
long as the product was not subjected to misuse, natural disasters, improper
installation or modification which caused the defect.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Connection Technology Center, Inc (CTC)
7939 Rae Blvd.
Victor, NY 14564
1-800-999-5290 (US & Canada) 1-585-924-5900 (International)

sales@ctconline.com www.ctconline.com

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