{"product_id":"emerson-pr6423-01c-030-eddy-current-displacement-sensor","title":"Emerson PR6423\/01C-030 Eddy Current Displacement Sensor","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for precision displacement and vibration measurement in rotating machinery, the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson PR6423\/01C-030\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\/01C-030\u003c\/strong\u003e Eddy Current Sensor) provides direct physical signal acquisition. The hardware operates by inducing eddy currents in a ferromagnetic shaft surface, where the resulting impedance change is processed by the associated CON021 converter to deliver high-resolution displacement data for real-time monitoring of shafts with diameters exceeding 25 mm.\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\/01C-030\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerson (EPRO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubject to certificate of origin\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm Diameter\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDependent on CON021 loop supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 V\/mm (203.2 mV\/mil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel-to-Channel Isolation and Process Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deployment of the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson PR6423\/01C-030\u003c\/strong\u003e necessitates strict adherence to signal path integrity protocols. When integrated into multi-channel monitoring architectures, channel-to-channel isolation at the signal converter stage is mandatory to eliminate common-mode noise and ground loop currents. The transducer is calibrated for compatibility with standard 4-20 mA HART loop protocol environments when paired with compatible signal processing units. To maintain measurement linearity, the target surface must comply with AISI 4140 ferromagnetic steel specifications; deviations in target metallurgy or geometry will necessitate re-calibration of the conversion electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the sensor assembly hot-swappable during machine operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the sensor assembly is not hot-swappable. Disconnecting the probe while the CON021 converter is energized can induce voltage spikes, potentially damaging the signal processing circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum acceptable cable length between the probe and converter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Total cable length is restricted by the capacitive loading limit of the 30 kHz carrier signal. Refer to the system-specific wiring diagram to ensure cable impedance remains within the converter's nominal tracking range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the sensor maintain accuracy if the gap is set outside the 0.5 mm recommendation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The sensor is linearized around the 0.5 mm center point. Operating outside this nominal gap significantly reduces the linear dynamic range and increases susceptibility to non-linear distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the sensor perpendicular to the shaft surface using a rigid bracket to minimize mechanical resonance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate cable shields at a single, dedicated instrument ground point to prevent ground loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThreading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply standard installation practice for NPT or metric threads, ensuring at least 5 full thread engagements for structural stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a minimum clearance from adjacent metallic structures, equal to at least 3 times the probe diameter, to mitigate side-view interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"EMERSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53011660570933,"sku":"PR6423\/01C-030","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/PR6423002-041_34cf1f00-d5c0-4cec-995e-725af575b08d.png?v=1781771198","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/emerson-pr6423-01c-030-eddy-current-displacement-sensor","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}