{"product_id":"epro-pr6423-014-121-emerson-eddy-current-probe-sensor","title":"Epro PR6423\/014-121 Emerson Eddy Current Probe Sensor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/014-121\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-resolution eddy current displacement probe from Emerson’s EPRO monitoring range. It is engineered for precise, non-contact measurement of shaft vibration, axial displacement, and dynamic position in high-speed rotating equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sensor operates on the eddy current principle, detecting minute changes in distance between the probe tip and conductive metallic targets. It is widely implemented in condition monitoring systems where continuous mechanical integrity and early fault detection are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/014-121\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnology: Eddy current non-contact displacement measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbe diameter: 8 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction: Stainless steel housing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical weight: ~0.1 kg (depending on cable configuration)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinear measurement range: approx. ±1 mm to ±2 mm (system dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency response: up to 10 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensitivity: up to 8 mV\/µm (system configuration dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinearity deviation: ≤ ±1% full scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensor type: Passive probe (requires external driver)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible drivers: Emerson CON series \/ PR6426 \/ CON021 \/ CON041 systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutput signal: proportional displacement voltage via signal conditioner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating temperature: –35 °C to +180 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection level: IP65–IP67 (depending on installation and cabling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResistance: strong immunity to oil contamination, dust, and EMI interference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting: threaded installation or bracket-based mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable options: standard 5 m, extendable up to 9 m depending on system setup\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, gas, and hydro turbines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-speed compressors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial pumps and gearboxes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerators and large electric motors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotating machinery in petrochemical environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePredictive maintenance and vibration analysis systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis probe is typically paired with an Emerson signal conditioning module to form a complete vibration monitoring channel. Calibration is system-specific and should be matched with the corresponding driver electronics to ensure accurate linear response and phase stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Does the PR6423\/014-121 work as a standalone sensor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It requires an external signal conditioner (such as Emerson CON series modules) to convert the eddy current signal into usable displacement output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can it operate in high-temperature environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The probe is designed for continuous operation up to approximately 180 °C, making it suitable for turbine and compressor applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What type of targets can it measure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is optimized for conductive metallic surfaces such as steel shafts, rotors, and machine housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Is it suitable for vibration monitoring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is widely used in vibration and shaft displacement monitoring systems for critical rotating assets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emerson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43284328972378,"sku":"PR6423\/014-121","price":178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/PR6423000-111_d79c3024-32a3-4721-b0b0-eed1e90d288e.jpg?v=1777361824","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/epro-pr6423-014-121-emerson-eddy-current-probe-sensor","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}