{"product_id":"epro-pr6423-016-100-8mm-eddy-current-probe-sensor-unit","title":"Epro PR6423\/016-100 8mm Eddy Current Probe Sensor Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpro PR6423\/016-100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an 8 mm eddy-current proximity probe developed for continuous, non-contact monitoring of shaft movement, vibration behavior, and positional deviation in high-speed rotating machinery. It operates as part of a complete measurement chain with external signal conditioning units, providing reliable data for protection and condition monitoring systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts eddy-current sensing principle ensures stable operation without physical contact, making it suitable for long-term deployment in demanding industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Principle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEddy-current proximity sensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/016-100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear Measurement Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically up to 1.5 mm (system-calibrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductive ferromagnetic metals (optimized for steel shafts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw probe signal (requires external driver\/converter module)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCON021 \/ CON031 \/ CON041 signal conditioners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage (system level)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–30 V DC (via conditioning unit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to ~10–20 kHz system bandwidth (dependent on converter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 °C to +100 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Temperature Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to +150 °C (depending on cable variant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel, corrosion-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensing Tip Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 3 m (custom lengths available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironmental Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67 (installed system dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-contact measurement eliminates mechanical wear and drift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable output under high vibration and high rotational speed conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh signal fidelity for dynamic shaft movement analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for integration into protection and monitoring architectures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for continuous operation in harsh thermal and mechanical environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Scope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGas and steam turbine monitoring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompressor shaft vibration and axial position tracking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerator and large motor condition monitoring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGearbox displacement and alignment supervision\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePredictive maintenance systems for rotating assets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; System Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe probe is not a standalone transmitter. It requires a dedicated eddy-current driver or converter module to condition the signal into industrial outputs (such as 4–20 mA or voltage signals).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper installation requires:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControlled air gap calibration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable mounting to avoid mechanical resonance influence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect material targeting (best performance on steel-based shafts)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Can this probe operate independently without a converter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It must be paired with an external signal conditioning system such as CON041 or equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What type of material is optimal for measurement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest performance is achieved on ferromagnetic steel surfaces. Non-ferrous materials may reduce sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Is this suitable for high-speed rotating equipment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its fast response and eddy-current principle make it suitable for high RPM machinery monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emerson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43252934672474,"sku":"PR6423\/016-100","price":178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/PR6423000-1111_3cb9ed80-fddd-4d85-abe3-62fcdaac7dd6.jpg?v=1776847894","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/es\/products\/epro-pr6423-016-100-8mm-eddy-current-probe-sensor-unit","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}