330130-040-01-00 is a Bently Nevada 3300 XL series standard extension cable with a total length of 4.0 meters (13.1 feet). This model adds stainless steel armor to the standard FEP-insulated cable, providing excellent crush resistance, tensile strength, and abrasion protection, but does not include connector protectors.
It is an essential component of the 3300 XL 8 mm eddy current probe system, specifically designed for installations requiring the precise 4.0 meter length to match a 1.0 meter probe to form a complete 5 meter system, along with resistance to mechanical wear, crushing, and pulling stress without the need for additional environmental sealing of the connectors. Typical applications include conduit routing and industrial environments with mechanical vibration.
Model Breakdown: 330130-040-01-00 Configuration Details
Following Bently Nevada’s part number coding system (refer to datasheet Pages 18-19), the fields in this model number represent the following:
Field | Code | Parameter | Description |
Base Model | 330130
| 3300 XL Standard Extension Cable | Compatible with 3300 XL 8 mm and 3300 5 mm series probes |
Length Option | 040
| 4.0 meters (13.1 ft) | Total cable length for precise system total length matching |
Cable Option | 01
| Armored Cable (No Connector Protector) | Stainless steel armor provides mechanical protection; no pre-installed connector protectors |
Agency Approval | 00
| Not Required | Standard industrial version for non-hazardous areas |
Key Configuration Note: The combination of 040 and 01 is the defining feature of this model. In a 3300 XL system, when using a 1.0 meter probe (e.g., 330101-XX-10-XX), a 4.0 meter extension cable is required to form a complete 5 m system (1.0 m + 4.0 m = 5 m). This model meets this precise total length matching requirement while adding stainless steel armor, providing additional mechanical protection for conduit routing and high mechanical stress environments.
Armor Details (No Connector Protector)
Stainless Steel Armor
The armor layer consists of flexible AISI 302 or 304 stainless steel braid, covered with an FEP outer jacket, providing the following protection:
Crush Resistance: Prevents cable damage from compression during installation or operation
Tensile Strength: Enhances overall cable pull strength for conduit routing
Abrasion Resistance: Prevents insulation damage from friction against metal conduits or equipment edges
Cut Resistance: Protects internal conductors from accidental cuts or sharp object damage
No Connector Protector
This model does not include pre-installed connector protectors, meaning:
The connector is exposed to the environment without additional oil or dust sealing
Suitable for dry, clean environments where the connector will not contact turbine oil, moisture, or dust
If protection against moisture, oil, or conduit abrasion is required, consider the 02 (standard cable + protector) or 03 (armored + protector) options
Selection Tip: If your installation environment involves risk of turbine oil exposure or requires pulling the connector through tight conduit, we recommend selecting a version with connector protectors (e.g., 330130-040-02-00 or 330130-040-03-00). Silicone tape (mentioned in the datasheet) can be used for field protection but is not recommended for turbine oil environments.
Application Scenarios & Selection Guide
330130-040-01-00 is suitable for the following typical applications:
Precise Total Length Matching for 5 m Systems + Mechanical Protection: When using a 1.0 meter probe, a 4.0 meter extension cable is required to form a complete 5 m system (1.0 m + 4.0 m = 5 m). This model meets this precise total length matching requirement while providing armored mechanical protection, making it ideal for conduit routing or environments with mechanical vibration.
Conduit Routing (Dry Environments): When cables must be routed through metal conduits or cable trays but the connector end requires no special sealing, the armor effectively protects the cable against sharp edges at conduit ends.
High Mechanical Stress Environments (No Oil Exposure): Near compressors, generators, and pumps, cables may be subjected to vibration, friction, or accidental impact — armor provides an extra margin of safety while the connector remains in a relatively clean area.
Cost-Sensitive Mechanical Protection Requirements: Compared to the 03 option (armored + protector), this model omits connector protectors, reducing procurement cost while still providing mechanical protection — ideal for budget-conscious projects that still require armor.
Selection Notes:
Total Length Matching: Probe length + extension cable length = Proximitor Sensor total system length (5 m or 9 m). Verify your probe length: if using a 1.0 m probe, select this model (4.0 m); if using a 0.5 m probe, select a 4.5 m armored extension cable (e.g., 330130-045-01-00).
Bend Radius: The minimum bend radius for armored cable remains 25.4 mm (1.0 in), the same as standard cable. However, the armor increases cable stiffness and outer diameter — allow sufficient clearance when routing in confined spaces.
Weight: Armored cable weighs approximately 103 g/m (standard cable is 34 g/m). Consider the additional tensile load on connectors and probes during installation.
Ambient Temperature: If the application environment exceeds +177°C, consider the ETR (Extended Temperature Range) armored cable series (e.g., 330190-040-01-00).
Connector Protection: If the connector may be exposed to oil mist, moisture, or requires conduit routing after installation, consider purchasing connector protectors separately (part numbers 40113-02 or 40180-02) for field installation.
Comparison with Common Lengths
Model | Length | Armor | Protector | Typical Matching Probe | System |
330130-040-01-00 | 4.0 m | Yes | No | 1.0 m probe | 5 m system |
330130-045-01-00 | 4.5 m | Yes | No | 0.5 m probe | 5 m system |
330130-080-01-00 | 8.0 m | Yes | No | 1.0 m probe | 9 m system |
Standard 5 m systems are typically composed of a 1.0 m probe + 4.0 m cable, or a 0.5 m probe + 4.5 m cable. Choose the extension cable length that matches your probe.
Mechanical Dimensions & Installation
Cable Outer Diameter:
Armored section: 7.67 mm (0.302 in) maximum
Armor ferrule: 10.2 mm (0.40 in) maximum
Non-armored section (near connector end): 3.68 mm (0.145 in) standard cable diameter
Connector: Features the ClickLoc design. Finger-tighten until an audible "click" is heard — no special tools are required.
Installation Tips: When routing through conduit, use a pull rope or fish tape attached to the cable jacket (not the connector) to avoid stress on the connector. If connector protection is needed after installation, silicone tape can be used (but note that silicone tape is not recommended for turbine oil environments).
Related Products & Compatible Configurations
For other lengths or configurations of armored extension cables (without protectors), refer to the following options:
Model | Length | Cable Option | Approvals | Application |
330130-040-01-00 | 4.0 m | Armored Cable | None | Current model, pairs with 1.0 m probe, 5 m system, mechanical protection |
330130-045-01-00 | 4.5 m | Armored Cable | None | Pairs with 0.5 m probe, 5 m system, mechanical protection |
330130-040-02-00 | 4.0 m | Standard Cable + Protector | None | 5 m system requiring connector environmental sealing |
330130-040-03-00 | 4.0 m | Armored + Protector | None | 5 m system requiring both mechanical protection and environmental sealing |
330130-040-12-00 | 4.0 m | FluidLoc + Protector | None | 5 m system requiring oil leakage prevention |
Matching Probe: This cable is commonly used with 330101 series 1.0 m probes (total length option 10).
Inquiry & Technical Support
330130-040-01-00 is a standard armored length model in the Bently Nevada product line. For pricing, lead time, or technical drawings, please contact us:
Online Inquiry: Click the “Request a Quote” button and provide the model number for a prompt response.
Technical Support: If you need assistance verifying whether this configuration meets your mechanical protection requirements, please describe your installation environment (conduit routing, oil exposure, vibration levels, etc.) and we will help recommend the optimal cable configuration.
