Proximity Accessories

Proximity sensors, or proximity devices, are a type of sensor used to detect nearby objects without touching the object in question. They work by emitting an electromagnetic field that detects the metallic object, and then the resulting information is converted to an electrical signal. Since these sensors are not made to make contact with the object, they prevent any resulting damage or abrasions to the object. They are used for position, inspection, counting, and detection in robotics, automated machines, and consumer products. At Metrix, we use proximity sensors to detect vibration, position and speed.

Effectively using a proximity sensor requires high-quality accessories that will continue to work seamlessly with the proximity sensor. Metrix Vibration offers a full line of accessories for mounting probes and explosion proof or weatherproof enclosures for drivers, transmitters, and signal conditioners. To meet our client’s needs, we have developed multiple accessories that help you get the full value from your proximity devices.

Why Metrix Vibration for Your Proximity Accessories?
Metrix Vibration has been a competitive multi-industry supplier of sensor equipment for over 59 years. We are a premier supplier of proximity device accessories. We have maintained ISO-9001 certification for over 20 years, a feat that proves our commitment to high quality and consistent improvement. We completely trust our products and offer our customers a full 36-month warranty. Our proximity device accessories are essential for success in the oil/ gas, petrochemical, chemical, pipeline, air separation, power generation, water/ wastewater, and other industries. We understand the important role that we play in these industries and have committed to creating the best products for you and your business.

We are a global supplier of industrial vibration monitoring systems and relevant accessories, providing the world’s manufacturers and users of motors, pumps, generators, fans, gas turbines, cooling towers, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, and other rotating and reciprocating machinery the equipment they need. Though we are headquartered in Houston, Texas, we have proudly developed a distribution line for our products to more than 65 countries. If you have any concerns or questions about our proximity sensor accessories, contact us today.

Full Line of Proximity Accessories
Your proximity devices are important for your business — they help keep rotating and reciprocating machinery functioning properly. These long-lasting sensors are a solid investment for many different industries but getting the full value from your sensor requires high-quality proximity accessories. From replacement cables and a cable trimming and connector kit to mounting hardware and probe holders, our accessories are built to maximize your investment in your proximity devices. We have even developed weatherproof and explosion proof housings to protect your devices in even the harshest conditions.

MX8020 Cable Trimming and Connector Kit

The Metrix MX8020-001 Cable Trimming and Connector Kit provides an easy way to reduce the length of an extension cable and maintain the electrical integrity of the MX8030/8031 or MX2030/2031 Proximity Probe System.

5497PM Probe Mounting System

The Probe Mounting System works with reverse mount 8mm proximity probes.

5497DTPH Dual Thrust Probe Holder

The Metrix adjustable 5497DTPH-CCC-D (Dual Thrust Probe Holder), comes with two 5497PM Probe Holders within an Explosion Proof Housing.

5498JB Conduit Body (Junction Box) with Low Pressure Feed Through

5498JB Conduit Body provides a convenient junction box for internally mounted proximity probe connections. The four 3/4” NPT conduit penetrations make fitting up conduit easy.

5499 Heavy Duty Reverse Probe Mount Housing

Required accessory for reverse mount probes. Provides physical protection to 1000 PSIG (6.89 MPa).

7646 Probe Mounting Bracket

Available for all standard probe sizes.

3/4” NPT Threaded Hole Probe Holder

Available for all standard probe sizes.

1/2” NPT Threaded Hole Probe Holder

Available for all standard probe sizes.

5494LP Low Pressure Feed Through

Low Pressure cable seals prevent oil wicking with proximity probe sensors in rotating equipment. The seals include a grommet that provides a tight seal and also allows adjustment of the cable position.

5494 Feed Through Extension Cables

Extension cables with High Pressure Cable Seal to 150 PSI used for 10000 and MX Probe Series. Available as single or dual feed through.

Digital Micrometer

The static calibrator tool allows users to change their probe target material to match their specific probe system.

MX2040 Dynamic Signal Checker

The MX2040 dynamically tests the vibration monitoring system loop by the simulation of rotor vibration.

9060 Shaft Calibrator Dial Micrometer

The Metrix Shaft Calibrator is used to determine the actual proximity probe system output in mV/mil or mV/μm of a machine shaft or piston rod.

9060 Shaft Calibrator Touch Select

The 9060-SCTS (Shaft Calibrator Touch Select) is used for testing 5mm, 8mm or 11mm proximity probe systems with a minimum probe body length of 63mm (2.5”) when used as a static calibrator and a minimum probe body length of 100mm (4.0”) when used with the shaft mounting adapter.  It is also very useful for testing reverse mount probes with the probe holder still attached.

7876, 8172 and 8173 Weatherproof Housing

NEMA 4 / IP 65 rated enclosures for 2, 4 or 8 units.

7595 and 8156 Explosion Proof Housings

Explosion-proof housing helps protect your proximity drivers, transmitters and signal conditioners in harsh environments. NEC & CSA  rated for Class I, (C,D) & Class II (E, F & G), Div.1 areas.

9041-AAAA Signal Cable

Bulk cable for wiring probe drivers, monitors or signal conditioners.

5539 BNC Patch Panel 4

This module can accept up to four separate dynamic signal inputs, and is meant to provide easy access to dynamic data.

Safety Wire Jam Nuts

Imperial and metric jam nuts with pre-drilled holes for safety wire.  For proximity probe installations internal to machines, safety wired fasteners are often required to insure the integrity of the transducer installation.  In addition, these thin jam nuts enable installation within tight spaces whether or not safety wire is required.