{"product_id":"epro-pr6423-009-010-proximity-probe","title":"EPRO PR6423\/009-010 Proximity Probe","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for shaft position and dynamic vibration monitoring in MMS 6000 and AMS 6500 platforms, the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson PR6423\/009-010\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\u003c\/strong\u003e Proximity Probe) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. It functions as an 8 mm non-contact eddy-current transducer that detects gap modulations between the sensor tip and conductive rotating targets. The probe transfers high-frequency electromagnetic field variations into external signal converters to provide linear gap voltage outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePR6423\/009-010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProximity Probe \/ Eddy Current Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpare Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePR6423\/009-010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasuring Principle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-contact inductive eddy current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor Tip 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 to 2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Sensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 V\/mm (typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-35 to +180 deg C (Sensor head)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive sensor (powered via signal converter driver loop)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 20 x 4 cm (Shipping package footprint)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.26 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel-to-Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen integrated into process control systems via matching CON series signal converters, raw inductive proximity signals undergo continuous high-frequency signal transformation. Multi-channel interface cards feature galvanically isolated processing paths to ensure channel-to-channel isolation, eliminating common-mode ground noise and cross-talk across adjacent probes on dense turbomachinery bearing arrays. The conditioned outputs feed directly into process management and automated machine protection networks while maintaining electrical separation across measuring channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the PR6423\/009-010 require an external driver to operate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The probe is a passive eddy-current sensing element that requires an external signal converter (such as CON021 or CON031) to provide high-frequency excitation and condition the gap voltage output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the physical cable shield grounded during installation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The outer cable shield must be grounded at a single point at the signal converter chassis to prevent ground loops and shield against high-frequency electrical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary function of the PR6423\/009-010 on sleeve-bearing machinery?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It measures dynamic shaft vibration amplitude, axial thrust position, radial displacement, and eccentricity without physical contact with the rotating shaft surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting \u0026amp; Mechanical Thread Engagement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Screw the sensor body into the mounting bracket using hand tools, ensuring a minimum of 5 full mechanical threads of engagement before locking the jam nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatic Gap Voltage Calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adjust physical probe insertion depth at static machine rest while reading the DC output voltage at the signal converter terminals to set the nominal gap offset (typically target -10 VDC).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConduit and Cable Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enclose coaxial lead cabling inside flexible metallic conduit to protect against mechanical damage and electrical noise from nearby high-voltage motor feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadial Target Clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintain adequate metal-free clearance around the 8 mm sensor tip to prevent stray electromagnetic field interaction with bearing housing walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emerson Epro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45393909088371,"sku":"PR6423\/009-010","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/CON021_PR6423002-001-CN_3_8bb1ac0a-80ba-46f1-8180-845c45b12daf.jpg?v=1787553837","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/products\/epro-pr6423-009-010-proximity-probe","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}