84661-10 Sensor Proximity Probe Cable

Overview

Place of Origin:	USA
Brand Name:	Bently Nevada
Model Number:	84661-10
Minimum Order Quantity:	1
Packaging Details:	Original new Factory Sealed
Delivery Time:	5-7 days
Payment Terms:	T/T
Supply Ability:	In stock

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Description

The 84661-10 Sensor Proximity Probe Cable is a premium, application-specific signal transmission cable engineered exclusively for Bently Nevada’s industry-leading machinery monitoring and protection systems, with its origin firmly rooted in the USA. As a critical connectivity component for proximity probes, this cable is designed to serve as a high-fidelity link between precision sensors and Proximitor monitor modules, ensuring the uncompromised transmission of vibration, displacement, and position data critical for safeguarding rotating machinery such as turbines, compressors, and large pumps. Boasting a minimum unthreaded length of 0.50 in (12.7 mm) and an overall case length of 2.25 in (57.15 mm), the 84661-10 proximity probe cable features a compact, rugged structure that fits seamlessly into tight industrial enclosures, cable trays, and machinery gaps, eliminating installation bottlenecks in space-constrained plant layouts.

Equipped with a 10 ft (3.05 m) total length option, this genuine Bently Nevada cable delivers flexible routing capabilities for mid-range sensor-to-monitor connections, reducing the need for additional extension adapters and minimizing signal loss at junction points. What sets the 84661-10 proximity probe cable apart is its comprehensive agency certifications, including CSA Certified, ATEX Approved, and IECEx Certified, which authorize its deployment in Zone 1/2 hazardous areas where flammable gases, vapors, or dusts are present—making it a top choice for oil & gas, petrochemical, and power generation facilities with stringent safety compliance requirements. Constructed with high-grade shielding materials and low-capacitance conductors, the cable maintains exceptional electrical stability, with a typical capacitance of 53 pF/m (17.8 pF/ft) and output resistance of 45 Ω, ensuring that sensitive sensor signals are transmitted without noise, attenuation, or phase distortion.

Applications

The 84661-10 Sensor Proximity Probe Cable is primarily utilized to establish a stable signal connection between Bently Nevada proximity probes and Proximitor monitor modules in critical machinery monitoring systems, widely deployed in power plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities. Its 10 ft (3.05 m) length is optimized for mid-distance sensor-to-monitor routing, enabling operators to mount sensitive probes directly on turbine shafts, compressor bearings, and pump rotors while placing monitoring electronics in safe, accessible control rooms, ensuring real-time transmission of vibration and displacement data without signal degradation.

Thanks to its CSA, ATEX, and IECEx certifications, this cable is ideally suited for signal transmission in hazardous industrial environments, including Zone 1 explosive atmospheres commonly found in offshore oil platforms, chemical processing plants, and gas compression stations. Its rugged construction and broad temperature tolerance allow it to operate reliably in environments with extreme temperature fluctuations, moisture, and chemical exposure, eliminating the need for additional protective enclosures and reducing on-site installation costs.

The 84661-10 Sensor Proximity Probe Cable serves as a key component for system retrofits and upgrades, providing seamless compatibility with legacy Bently Nevada 3300 XL series monitoring equipment as well as new-generation sensors. It can replace aging, uncertified cables in existing machinery protection systems, improving signal integrity and ensuring compliance with the latest industrial safety standards, which is particularly valuable for plants looking to enhance equipment reliability without overhauling their entire monitoring infrastructure.

Specifications

Competitive Advantage

1.Comprehensive Hazardous Area Certifications for Global Compliance

Pre-certified by CSA, ATEX, and IECEx, the 84661-10 cable is authorized for direct use in Zone 1/2 explosive atmospheres, eliminating the time and cost associated with obtaining third-party certifications or custom protective modifications. This compliance advantage makes it a preferred choice for international projects in oil & gas, petrochemical, and power generation sectors, ensuring seamless approval from local regulatory bodies.

2.Optimized Electrical Design for Unmatched Signal Integrity

Featuring low typical capacitance of 53 pF/m (17.8 pF/ft) and stable output resistance of 45 Ω, the cable minimizes signal noise, attenuation, and phase distortion during transmission. This electrical optimization preserves the accuracy of sensitive vibration and displacement data from proximity probes, enabling monitoring systems to detect minute machinery anomalies such as rotor imbalance and bearing wear—critical for preventing unplanned downtime.

3.Compact, Rugged Construction for Space-Constrained Installations

With a minimum unthreaded length of 0.50 in (12.7 mm) and overall case length of 2.25 in (57.15 mm), the cable’s compact profile fits into tight machinery housings and dense cable trays where standard-sized cables cannot be routed. Its durable shielding and insulation materials also resist oil, moisture, and electromagnetic interference, ensuring long-term reliability in harsh industrial environments and reducing maintenance frequency and costs.