{"product_id":"epro-pr6423-004-031-cn-8mm-eddy-current-probe-sensor-unit","title":"Epro PR6423\/004-031-CN 8mm Eddy Current Probe Sensor Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpro PR6423\/004-031-CN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an 8 mm eddy-current proximity probe engineered for high-accuracy, non-contact monitoring of shaft displacement, vibration, and dynamic position in rotating machinery. It is designed for integration with external signal conditioners (such as CON021 \/ CON031 \/ CON041 systems), making it suitable for continuous condition monitoring in critical rotating assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe probe operates on the eddy-current principle, enabling precise measurement of conductive target movement without physical contact, eliminating mechanical wear and ensuring long-term measurement stability.\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\u003eSensor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEddy-current proximity \/ displacement probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/004-031-CN\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 0–2 mm (calibrated system dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductive metals (e.g., steel shafts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw analog probe signal (requires driver system for conditioning)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Conditioning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with CON021 \/ CON031 \/ CON041 converters\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 (depending on converter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe: -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 (dependent on cable type)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel, corrosion-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor 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 extensions available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67 (probe assembly dependent on installation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-contact eddy-current technology eliminates mechanical friction and wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh resolution measurement of shaft vibration and axial movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable operation under high-temperature and high-vibration environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimized for continuous monitoring in mission-critical rotating equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast dynamic response suitable for predictive maintenance systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; System Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe probe is designed for use with eddy-current driver modules and monitoring systems. It requires a proximitor or converter unit to translate the raw probe signal into standard industrial outputs such as 4–20 mA or voltage signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible systems include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpro CON021 \/ CON031 \/ CON041 signal conditioners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurbine condition monitoring platforms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibration protection systems for rotating machinery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteam and gas turbines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentrifugal compressors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial motors and generators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePump and gearbox monitoring systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition-based maintenance (CBM) platforms\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 the PR6423\/004-031-CN be connected directly to a PLC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The probe requires a signal converter (such as CON041) to convert raw eddy-current signals into PLC-compatible outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What is the typical measurement gap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe probe typically operates within a linear range of approximately 0–2 mm, depending on calibration and target material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Is the sensor suitable for high-temperature environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The probe supports up to +100 °C, while the cable can withstand up to +150 °C depending on configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emerson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43252925956186,"sku":"PR6423\/004-031-CN","price":178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/PR6423000-131_f99b1363-780c-445d-a6b3-0066931e2499.jpg?v=1776847739","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/lt\/products\/epro-pr6423-004-031-cn-8mm-eddy-current-probe-sensor-unit","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}