{"product_id":"emerson-pr6423-013-030-eddy-current-sensor","title":"Emerson PR6423\/013-030 Eddy Current Sensor","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-frequency displacement measurement in turbomachinery monitoring systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson PR6423\/013-030\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/013-030\u003c\/strong\u003e) transducer paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eCON021\u003c\/strong\u003e signal converter provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\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\/013-030 + CON021\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\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.1 cm x 17.8 cm x 12.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal excitation required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadial\/axial dynamic displacement and speed measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGap Voltage Validation (-10 VDC targets)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system utilizes an oscillator circuit to drive the transducer probe, creating an electromagnetic field for displacement detection. To ensure accurate linearization, the system necessitates precise gap voltage validation during commissioning. The converter centers its output characteristic around a nominal target of -10 VDC, representing the mid-point of the physical measurement gap. Maintenance of this -10 VDC baseline is mandatory for accurate signal tracking; significant deviations indicate mechanical misalignment, transducer saturation, or degradation of the conductive target surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary function of the CON021 converter in this loop?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The CON021 functions as an oscillator-demodulator, converting the high-frequency probe impedance changes into a proportional analog signal for monitoring instrumentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is field-splicing of the probe cable permissible?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Field-splicing is prohibited. The probe and cable are a matched impedance assembly; any physical modification to the cable length or integrity will introduce signal errors and calibration drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the transducer in a rigid, vibration-isolated bracket to minimize extraneous mechanical noise and prevent housing fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the measurement target surface is clean and free of non-conductive coatings to maintain the required electrical conductivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablish the nominal air gap using a non-metallic feeler gauge to prevent contact damage to the sensor tip during startup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute signal cabling through grounded metallic conduit, keeping lines physically separated from high-current AC power lines to mitigate electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate the signal shield at the monitoring system (DCS\/TSI) rack only to prevent ground-loop current injection into the converter circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"EMERSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53009145626933,"sku":"CON021+PR6423\/013-030","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/CON021_PR6423003-130_b1313e87-03dd-4048-a6a7-320adea5db01.png?v=1781686541","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/emerson-pr6423-013-030-eddy-current-sensor","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}