
Product Overview
The Bently Nevada 21500-00-08-35-02 is a 7200 Series 5 mm Proximity Probe designed for non-contact vibration, displacement, and shaft position monitoring in rotating machinery.
As part of the 7200 Proximity Transducer System, this probe utilizes eddy-current sensing technology to provide precise measurements of shaft movement and vibration in critical industrial equipment such as turbines, compressors, pumps, and generators.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Bently Nevada |
| Model |
21500-00-08-35-02 |
| Product Type |
7200 Series Proximity Probe |
| Series |
7200 |
| Probe Diameter |
5 mm |
| Measurement Principle |
Eddy-current, non-contact sensing |
| Shipping Weight |
3 kg |
| Measurement Type |
Shaft vibration, displacement, and position |
| Linear Range |
2 mm (80 mils) |
| Sensitivity |
200 mV/mil (7.87 V/mm) |
| Frequency Response |
Up to 10 kHz |
| Application |
Machinery condition monitoring and protection |
Function and Working Principle
The 21500-00-08-35-02 operates using advanced eddy-current sensing technology:
- The probe tip generates a high-frequency electromagnetic field.
- When positioned near a conductive target, such as a rotating shaft, eddy currents are induced in the target surface.
- Changes in shaft position alter the strength of the eddy currents.
- These changes are converted into proportional electrical signals representing shaft displacement and vibration.
The non-contact measurement method eliminates mechanical wear while ensuring accurate and continuous monitoring.
Key Features
- Compact 5 mm probe diameter
- Non-contact eddy-current measurement technology
- High-resolution displacement and vibration monitoring
- Wide frequency response capability
- Rugged industrial construction
- Suitable for continuous online monitoring
- High reliability in harsh operating environments
- Compatible with 7200 Series monitoring systems
- Supports predictive maintenance programs
Industrial Applications
- Steam turbine monitoring
- Gas turbine protection systems
- Compressor vibration monitoring
- Pump shaft displacement measurement
- Generator condition monitoring
- Electric motor vibration analysis
- Gearbox monitoring systems
- Oil and gas processing facilities
- Power generation plants
Installation Overview
- Installed using threaded mounting arrangements or probe housings
- Positioned close to the rotating shaft without physical contact
- Connected to a compatible extension cable and signal conditioner
- Requires proper gap adjustment for optimum measurement accuracy
- Suitable for radial vibration and axial position monitoring applications
Compatible Components
| Component |
Description |
| 7200 Series Extension Cable |
Connects probe to signal conditioning equipment |
| Proximitor Sensor |
Converts probe signals into usable output signals |
| Machinery Protection System |
Provides alarm and shutdown functions |
| Probe Housing Assembly |
Mechanical mounting and environmental protection |
| Monitoring Software |
Condition monitoring and diagnostics platform |
Alternative Models
| Model |
Description |
| 21500-00-08-10-02 |
7200 Series 5 mm Probe |
| 21500-00-08-15-02 |
7200 Series short-range probe |
| 21500-00-08-20-02 |
7200 Series vibration monitoring probe |
| 21500-00-08-30-02 |
Extended cable configuration probe |
| 21500-00-08-40-02 |
Long-reach proximity probe variant |
Key Advantages
- Accurate non-contact shaft measurement
- Excellent long-term stability
- Compact design for restricted installation spaces
- High resistance to industrial vibration and contamination
- Supports predictive maintenance and machinery protection
- Reduces unexpected downtime
- Suitable for critical rotating machinery applications
Conclusion
The Bently Nevada 21500-00-08-35-02 7200 5 mm Probe is a high-performance proximity sensing device engineered for continuous monitoring of shaft vibration, displacement, and position in critical rotating equipment. Its compact 5 mm design, eddy-current measurement technology, and robust industrial construction make it an ideal solution for machinery protection and condition monitoring systems.