Prox (Proximity) probes based on non-contact eddy current technology are used in critical machine applications that require condition monitoring measurement and /or automatic machine shutdown. Proximity probes systems are offered with probe tip sizes in 5mm, 8mm, 11mm and 25mm diameters and are available with current or voltage analog outputs.
Proximity probes are sensors used to measure the distance or position of an object relative to the sensor without physical contact. They detect how close an object is by sensing changes in a physical field (such as electromagnetic, capacitive, or inductive fields) around the probe tip.
These probes are commonly used in industrial and engineering applications to monitor the position, vibration, or displacement of rotating machinery parts like shafts, turbines, or motors. They provide precise, real-time measurements that help in condition monitoring, alignment, and preventing mechanical failures.
