{"product_id":"emerson-epro-con031-pr6423-014-121-eddy-current-sensor","title":"Emerson EPRO CON031+PR6423\/014-121 Eddy Current Sensor","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-precision displacement acquisition in rotating machinery, the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson EPRO CON031+PR6423\/014-121\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/014-121\u003c\/strong\u003e) Eddy Current Sensor system provides direct physical execution of dynamic and static shaft monitoring.\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\u003eCON031+PR6423\/014-121\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\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 18 x 4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-35 deg C to +180 deg C (Sensor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical Monitoring and TSI Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system utilizes eddy-current induction to measure the clearance between the probe head and a ferromagnetic metallic rotor. Accurate rotor dynamics analysis requires precise eddy-current probe scaling to ensure the conditioned signal maintains a linear relationship with mechanical displacement. During installation, users must perform gap voltage validation, targeting a -10 VDC center point to ensure the sensor operates within its calibrated linear range. Effective cross-talk suppression is maintained by utilizing shielded coaxial cabling between the PR6423 transducer and the CON031 converter, preventing electromagnetic interference from contaminating high-frequency signals required for accurate shaft orbital analysis and vibration frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the 12 m cable on the PR6423\/014-121 be shortened in the field?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The CON031 and PR6423 system is factory-calibrated as a matched pair. Modifying the cable length alters the characteristic impedance and resonant frequency, leading to significant measurement inaccuracies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the system compatible with non-ferromagnetic shaft materials?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The sensor is optimized for 42CrMo4 ferromagnetic steel. Using this sensor on non-ferromagnetic materials will result in a non-linear signal response and reduced measurement sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProbe Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Secure the sensor in a rigid, vibration-isolated bracket to ensure measured displacement is relative to the shaft and not the machine casing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGap Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Utilize a calibrated feeler gauge to set the nominal air gap. Ensure the sensor tip is positioned to accommodate the full range of shaft thermal expansion and dynamic movement without mechanical contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terminate cable shields at a dedicated instrument ground bus. Ensure the CON031 converter housing is properly grounded to mitigate common-mode noise and ground loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the M18x1.5 or system-specific threads are clean during installation. Use appropriate thread locking compounds if required to prevent vibration-induced loosening during extended operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"EMERSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53011461996853,"sku":"CON031+PR6423\/014-121","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/CON021_PR6423014-010_477eee83-40e1-451a-a64e-9a8f355329d0.png?v=1781764295","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/emerson-epro-con031-pr6423-014-121-eddy-current-sensor","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}