{"product_id":"40180-02-bently-nevada-sensor-accessory","title":"40180-02 Bently Nevada Sensor Accessory","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 40180-02\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e40180\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensor Accessory, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical sealing and environmental isolation of proximity probe connections within Bently Nevada machinery protection networks. It fits male and female coaxial cable interconnects to protect low-level RF impedance signals from ambient moisture, oil ingress, and airborne contaminants.\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\u003e40180-02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.45 lbs (Approx. 0.20 kg per package)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive mechanical accessory (0 W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with male \/ female proximity probe connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 pairs per package\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable connector protector \/ sealing boot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEddy-Current Probe Scaling and Gap Voltage Validation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 40180-02\u003c\/strong\u003e connector protector isolates the sensitive electrical junction between proximity transducers and extension cables. Coaxial connection degradation directly alters total loop capacitance and inductance, leading to errors in eddy-current probe scaling and shifting calibration parameters. Installing this passive insulator ensures that static gap voltage validation (-10 VDC targets) remains stable over extended operational cycles by eliminating moisture-induced leakage currents that distort rotor dynamics measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the 40180-02 impact the electrical performance of proximity transducer loops?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: As a passive elastomeric insulation accessory, the 40180-02 introduces no electrical resistance, capacitance, or attenuation to the high-frequency RF signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the 40180-02 connector protector be reused during field probe replacement?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Reuse is permissible if the boot material shows no signs of hardening, tearing, or chemical degradation that would compromise its environmental sealing capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which connector geometries are compatible with the 40180-02 kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The protector features molded mating profiles designed specifically to fit standard male and female miniature coaxial connectors used across Bently Nevada proximity probe extension cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean all male and female coaxial connector surfaces thoroughly using an approved electrical contact cleaner before joining the cable ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the 40180-02 protector sleeves over the cable leads prior to mating the threaded or push-on coaxial connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully seat and secure the coaxial electrical connection, then slide the protective boots over the joined interface until completely encapsulated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure cable runs are supported with appropriate mounting clamps to prevent physical strain or excessive pull forces on the protected connection point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53348865245493,"sku":"40180-02","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/40180-02.png?v=1787208916","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/40180-02-bently-nevada-sensor-accessory","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}