Bently Nevada · 3300 XL 8 mm33023290° Button-Style Proximity Probe

Exact 90-degree button-probe record

Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 90° Button-Style Proximity Probe

Name: Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 90° Button-Style Proximity Probe
Brand: Bently Nevada
SKU: 2931696
Price: 1 USD
Availability: InStock

A compact 3300 XL 8 mm button-style probe with a right-angle sensing tip, a 0.5 m lead and multiple-approval ordering option for restricted mounting spaces.

Product Introduction

Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 is a 90° button-style proximity probe for installations where a straight probe body cannot be aimed at the measurement surface. The low-profile sensing head places the active face perpendicular to the cable entry, allowing radial-vibration or thrust-position measurements in brackets, pads and other restricted machine spaces.

The 330232 base number identifies the standard button-probe package built around the newer molded 90° tip assembly. Bently Nevada documents an 8.4 mm tip height, 80 mil linear range, 200 mV/mil scale factor, 3300 XL 8 mm system compatibility and FluidLoc cable construction. The exact order record also identifies a 0.5 m lead; the full 330232-05-10-12-05 string must therefore remain on the quotation, label check and replacement record.

A button probe is normally bonded or retained by a purpose-designed machine fixture rather than threaded like a conventional straight probe. Correct service depends on the mounting surface, target geometry, working gap, cable strain relief and the electrical match to the 3300 XL 8 mm Proximitor sensor and extension-cable arrangement.

Bently Nevada 330232 90 degree button-style proximity probe application configurations

Technical Information

Brand	Bently Nevada
Model	330232-05-10-12-05
Product name	3300 XL 8 mm 90° Button-Style Proximity Probe
Country	United States
Base part number	330232
Tip orientation	90° right-angle
Case style	Button-style package
Tip height	8.4 mm / 0.33 in
Total cable length	0.5 m
Linear range	80 mil / 2.0 mm
Scale factor	200 mV/mil / 7.87 V/mm
System compatibility	3300 XL 8 mm
Cable technology	FluidLoc anti-wicking construction
Tip construction	Molded PPS and stainless steel
Operating temperature	-51°C to +177°C
Approval suffix	05, multiple approvals

Mechanical Design

The compact geometry of Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 solves a space problem, but the mounting interface must hold the sensing face square and stable.

Right-angle head

Reach targets that cannot accept a straight case

The sensing face sits at 90 degrees to the lead, so the probe can lie close to a machine surface while observing a perpendicular target. The fixture must preserve face-to-target alignment through thermal movement and vibration rather than relying on the cable to hold position.

Low profile

Use the documented 8.4 mm tip height

The button package is only 8.4 mm high and can replace many older button-probe arrangements. Before substitution, compare the available recess, target sweep, adhesive or clamp footprint and cable exit so nearby metal does not enter the probe field.

Rugged tip

Protect the molded assembly from side loading

PPS and stainless-steel construction improves robustness over older all-fiberglass designs. It does not make the head a structural stop: installation tools, rotating targets and bracket movement must never press or scrape the active face.

Installation and Commissioning

Commissioning Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 requires mechanical restraint, a clean coaxial path and a live gap check as one coordinated task.

Verify target and surrounding clearance

Clean and inspect the mounting surface, confirm that the target passes the complete sensing face and check that adjacent metal remains outside the side-view zone. Trial-fit the button and cable route before applying permanent retention.

Use the Proximitor bias rather than visual spacing

Connect the documented 3300 XL 8 mm chain and move the fixture gradually while monitoring bias voltage. Center the operating point with the machine secured, then lock the fixture and confirm that curing or tightening did not move the reading.

Stop oil migration and flex at the head

Route the 0.5 m FluidLoc lead with a generous bend and nearby strain relief. Keep the coaxial connector clean, sealed and away from repeated movement; the anti-wicking construction does not compensate for a loose connector or damaged jacket.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 show unstable vibration after a bracket repair?

Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 can respond to bracket flex, changing target alignment or metal entering the side-view field. Check fixture stiffness, tip clearance, cable support and stationary bias before treating the movement as real shaft vibration.

How should Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 be regapped in a confined installation?

Secure the machine, energize the compatible 3300 XL 8 mm chain and adjust the mount for Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 while watching bias voltage. Lock or bond the fixture only after clearance is proven through the full target motion.

Can Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 replace any older button probe?

Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 was designed to replace many older button applications, but the 8.4 mm height, target geometry, mount, system length and Proximitor compatibility still need comparison. Do not approve a replacement from the base number alone.

What should be checked if oil appears near the connector of Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05?

Inspect the jacket, head transition, connector and route of Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05. FluidLoc construction limits wicking through the cable, but an external leak, damaged sheath or poorly sealed connector can still carry contamination into the junction area.

Why is the full ordering number important for Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05?

The complete Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 record distinguishes the installed button-probe configuration, cable arrangement and approval selection. Retaining every suffix prevents a visually similar 330232 variant from being accepted without a configuration review.

What is the first test before replacing Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05?

For Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05, record the stationary bias and waveform, inspect the mount and target, then verify connector engagement and the compatible 3300 XL 8 mm signal chain. A moved fixture often produces the same symptom as a failed probe.

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Product Name	Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 90° Button-Style Proximity Probe
Item NO.	2931696
Weight	0.1 kg = 0.2205 lb = 3.5274 oz
Category	BENTLY NEVADA
Brand	Bently Nevada
Creation Time	2026-11-11

Bently Nevada 330232-05-10-12-05 90° Button-Style Proximity Probe Item NO.: 2931696