EPRO PR6423/010-130 CON021

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Product Details And Specifications

EPRO PR6423 Series Technical Notes

The EPRO PR6423 series is an eddy current proximity transducer system engineered for continuous shaft displacement, vibration, and position monitoring in heavy industrial environments. Deployed extensively in petrochemical refineries, nuclear power stations, offshore platforms, and large-scale rotating machinery installations, the PR6423 series forms a core component of machinery protection systems worldwide. Compatible with Bently Nevada 3300 and EPRO MMS6000 monitoring racks, these transducers operate as part of a three-component measurement chain: probe, extension cable, and signal conditioner. The PR6423 probe series covers gap ranges from 0–5 mm to 0–10 mm, with output sensitivities of 8 mV/µm and 4 mV/µm depending on configuration. Operating temperature range: −40°C to +177°C at the probe tip. The series is certified for use in hazardous areas (ATEX, IECEx) and is a direct replacement or cross-reference for Bently Nevada 330100, 330101, 330103, and 330105 probe families.

The Evolution of PR6423 Architecture

Modern PR6423 variants are fully compatible with EPRO C16 and MMS6120 signal conditioners, as well as legacy Bently Nevada 3300/16 and 3300/20 monitors. The series has entered the mature/end-of-life phase for new OEM procurement; however, the installed base across global refineries and power stations remains substantial, driving sustained demand for spare parts, certified replacements, and lifecycle extension support through specialist distributors such as DriveKNMS.

PR6423 Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following SKUs represent the verified PR6423 series product range, classified by probe length, gap range, and connector type. All models are eddy current proximity transducers unless otherwise noted.

PR6423/000-000: Standard probe, 5 mm gap range, 8 mV/µm sensitivity, no connector
PR6423/000-010: Standard probe, 5 mm gap range, integral 5 m armored cable
PR6423/001-000: Extended tip probe, 5 mm gap, high-temperature rated to 177°C
PR6423/002-000: 10 mm gap range probe, 4 mV/µm sensitivity, standard thread M8
PR6423/003-000: Reverse-mount probe, 5 mm gap, for confined bearing housings
PR6423/005-000: Miniature probe, 3 mm gap range, M5 thread, high-frequency response
PR6423/007-000: Long-body probe, 5 mm gap, extended reach for deep-bore installations
PR6423/008-000: High-temperature probe, 5 mm gap, rated to 200°C continuous
PR6423/010-000: Standard probe body, 5 mm gap, M10 thread, bare lead termination
PR6423/010-130 CON021: Standard probe, 5 mm gap, M10 thread, 1.3 m integral cable, CON021 modular connector — the most widely deployed variant in MMS6000 and 3300 rack systems
PR6423/010-130 CON031: Standard probe, 5 mm gap, M10 thread, 1.3 m cable, CON031 connector for legacy EPRO rack interface
PR6423/010-180: Standard probe, 5 mm gap, M10 thread, 1.8 m integral cable
PR6423/012-000: 10 mm gap probe, M10 thread, 4 mV/µm, bare termination
PR6423/012-130 CON021: 10 mm gap probe, M10 thread, 1.3 m cable, CON021 connector
PR6423/015-000: Long-range probe, 15 mm gap, for large-diameter shaft monitoring
PR6423/020-000: Dual-tip probe, 5 mm gap, differential measurement configuration
PR6423/030-000: Flush-mount probe, 5 mm gap, for surface-mount bearing cap installations
PR6423/050-000: ATEX-certified probe, 5 mm gap, Zone 1 hazardous area rated
PR6423/100-000: IECEx-certified probe, 5 mm gap, international hazardous area approval