Tk3e2 Manual

TK-3 Proximity System Test Kit
Operation Manual
Bently Nevada* Asset Condition Monitoring
Part Number: 177740-01

Rev. A
TK-3 Calibration Instrument Operation Manual
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Contents
1. General Description .............................. 1
2. Operation ............................................ 5
2.1 General. ............................................................ 5
2.2 Power-Up and Adjustment ............................. 17
2.3 Observed Material Substitution ...................... 21
3. Maintenance ...................................... 27
3.1 General Maintenance. .................................... 27
3.2 Wobble Plate .................................................. 27
4. Calibration ......................................... 33
4.1 General. .......................................................... 33
4.2 Transducer System Check ............................... 33
4.3 RV Monitor Check ........................................... 35
4.4 TK-3 Monitor RV Calibration Check................. 36
4.5 Thrust Monitor Check ..................................... 39
4.6 KPH Probe Gap Determination ....................... 39
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1. General Description
The Bently Nevada* Asset Condition
Monitoring TK-3 Calibration Instrument (Figure
1-1 and Figure 1-2) provides a reference
mechanical motion for performing field
functional tests of machinery protection
systems. The two TK-3 models have identical
functions, but different power sources. The
TK-3e is electrically powered, where the TK-3g
is powered by pressurized air. Each model is
available in English or Metric measurement
versions.
The instrument includes two basic test

devices: a Wobble Plate (which is used in
conjunction with an oscilloscope) and a
spindle micrometer. Both have a 4140 Series
steel target, which the user can remove and
replace with a material identical to that in the
observed shaft.
Bently Nevada probes and Proximitor* sensors operate on the

eddy current principle. This requires that the target material
used by the instrument is the same as the observed surface of
the shaft. This ensures accurate calibration and functional
testing.
Metals such as 1000 through 4000 Series steel

will each present a response curve that is
similar to the one for the 4140 Series steel.
However, copper, aluminum, brass, titanium,
and other types of metals used in the
observed surface will require that you use a
target of the same material. We stock many
types of metal targets. Check with your Sales
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or Service representative if you have special
target requirements.
The spindle micrometer is used to check the

voltage versus distance characteristics of the
probe and Proximitor. You can also use the
micrometer to calibrate thrust position.
The Wobble Plate generates vibration and

Keyphasor* reference signals. A manually
operated swing arm assembly controls the
peak-to-peak vibration level by positioning the
probe at the desired vibration level. The Speed
Control Knob adjusts the rotational speed of
the Wobble Plate.
If a probe has been permanently installed in a

machine or is otherwise inaccessible, you can
substitute a probe with the same part number
for test purposes.
You can check a complete monitoring system

by applying a mechanical input to the system
probe and observing the meter indication, or
by measuring the monitor output.
For more detailed information and

specifications on the TK-3 Calibration
Instrument, please see the TK-3 Proximity
Test Kit Datasheet (document 178087).
Use of this product in a manner not specified by the

instructions presented in this manual could result in protection
impairment and damage to the unit. Please follow all
instructions carefully.
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Figure 1-1: TK-3e Overall View
Figure 1-2: TK-3g Overall View
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Section 2 - Operation
2. Operation
2.1 General
Both the TK-3e and the TK-3g are self-
contained and require only the appropriate
power source connections for operation. To
prevent circuit damage in the TK-3e, make
sure to set the 115/230 VAC select switch to
the proper position before connecting the unit
to a power source.
The TK-3e is supplied with a 120 VAC power cord. If you use a
240 VAC line voltage to power the instrument, you must use an
alternate cord to ensure safe operation, the power shall be a
certified type with a 6A to 15A configuration attachment plug.
Both versions of the test kit have two universal

probe holders called V Probe Mounts. The
design of V Probe Mount permits you to
properly position probes with different
diameters in the Swing Arm and Spindle
Micrometer assemblies.
The Wobble Plate generates a mechanical

vibration reference for use as the input to the
proximity probe. You control the vibration
level that the probe sees by manually
positioning the Swing Arm Assembly. Setting
the assembly closer to the center of the
Wobble Plate produces a smaller vibration
amplitude, while moving it towards the
Wobble Plate edge results in a larger vibration
amplitude. Because the angle of viewed
surface of the Wobble Plate is not 90° to the
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proximity probe and the motor shaft, the
probe observes a change in gap as the motor
rotates the shaft and Wobble Plate.
1. Spindle Micrometer Assembly

2. Swing Arm Assembly
3. Power inlet plug
4. Voltage Selector Switch
5. Speed Control knob
6. Power Switch
Figure 2-1: TK-3e Key Components
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1. Spindle Micrometer Assembly

2. Swing Arm Assembly
7. Air Inlet barb
8. Speed Control Valve knob
Figure 2-2: TK-3g Key Components
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9. Stop Cam
10. Side thumbscrew
11. Wobble Plate
12. Keyphasor Probe Clamp
13. Large rosette knob
14. Swing Arm Base
15. Dowel pins
16. V Probe Mount
17. Probe Clamp Tip
18. Probe Clamp thumbscrew
Figure 2-3: TK-3 Top Plate Key Components
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10. Side thumbscrew

16. V Probe Mount
17. Probe Clamp Tip
18. Probe Clamp thumbscrew
19. Spindle Micrometer
20. Button Target
21. Spindle Micrometer Assembly base
Figure 2-4: Spindle Micrometer

Mount Key Components
Spindle Micrometer Operation

The Spindle Micrometer Mount Assembly
consists of a Spindle Micrometer with an
attached Button Target, a Magnetic-Base
Spindle Micrometer Mount, and a V Probe
Mount. Adjust the V Probe Mount axial
position by loosening the side thumbscrew and
sliding the V Probe Mount axially along the
dowel pins. Fix the axial position by tightening
the side thumbscrew.
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Care should be taken to always keep the side

thumbscrew of the V Probe Mount tightened to avoid
accidental loss of the V Probe Mount during transport
and use.
The Spindle Micrometer Mount Assembly is

equipped with a flush-mounted, shielded
magnet, housed in its base. This feature is
provided to aid in field use of the unit.
Attaching the Spindle Micrometer Mount
Assembly to a machine case or other ferrous
metal object frees up one of the user’s hands
that would normally support the assembly
during calibration procedures. Take care to
not put the Spindle Micrometer Mount
Assembly too close to magnetic data storage
devices or computer monitors, as the magnet
may adversely affect their function. Do not
bring the magnet into direct contact with
either the Button Target or the Wobble Plate.
Magnetization of these target materials will
degrade their performance.
To Install a Probe into The Spindle

Micrometer Mount Assembly
1. Set the spindle micrometer to the

“zero” position.
2. Set the V Probe Mount to the bottom of its

adjustment and tighten the V Probe Mount
side thumbscrew snugly.
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3. Install the probe into the V Probe Mount by
sliding it through until the probe face and
target face are butted up flush with one
another. Take care not to damage the
probe tip; insertion with excessive force is
not necessary. See Figure 2-5 for
reference.
Figure 2-5: Slide the probe through V

Probe Mount until the Probe and
Target faces are flush.
4. Tighten the V Probe Mount Probe-Clamp

tip (see Figure 2-6) until the clamp holds
the probe snugly in place.
Figure 2-6: Clamp Probe by Rotating Thumbscrew

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5. Set the probe/target alignment by
adjusting the V Probe Mount such that the
probe and target centerlines align (see
Figure 2-7).
Figure 2-7: 8mm Probe Adjusted to Centered

Position
Swing Arm Assembly Operation

The Swing Arm Assembly consists of a Swing
Arm Spindle, a Swing Arm Base, and a V Probe
Mount.
You can adjust the V Probe Mount position

both axially along the dowel pins of the Swing
Arm Base, and radially about the Swing Arm
Spindle. Adjust the V Probe Mount axial
position by loosening the side thumbscrew and
sliding the V Probe Mount axially along the
dowel pins. Fix the axial position by tightening
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the side thumbscrew. Please refer to Figure 2-
8 for operation details.
Figure 2-8: 8mm Probe Fixed at Centered Position

Adjust the V Probe Mount Radial position by
first loosening the large rosette knob atop the
Swing Arm Base and then pivoting the Swing
Arm Assembly about the Swing Arm Spindle.
Tightening the large rosette knob will fix the
radial position. Please refer to Figure 2-9 for
operation details.
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Figure 2-9: 8mm Probe Position Adjusted

for Large Amplitude Vibration
The procedure to install a proximity probe is
the same as that for the Spindle Micrometer
Mount assembly, except that you must set the
Probe/Wobble Plate gap before tightening the
Probe Clamp to fix the Probe position. (See
Section 4.3, RV Monitor Check for gapping
specifics).
The TK-3 design incorporates redundant features. Should

you damage the V Probe Mount of either the Spindle
Micrometer Assembly or the Swing Arm Assembly, you
Ncan use the V Probe Mount from the alternate assembly
in its place. Also note that all thumbscrews (except for
that of the Keyphasor clamp, which is longer) are
interchangeable.
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Stop Cam
The Stop Cam located to the left of the Swing
Arm assembly acts as a positive stop for the
Swing Arm Assembly when you are adjusting
the assembly to view minimum motion of the
Wobble Plate. The Stop Cam position is set at
the factory. Should it require re-adjustment,
follow the steps listed in 3.1, General
Maintenance to realign it.
Figure 2-10: Functionality of the Stop Cam
Keyphasor Input Operation

The Keyphasor Input consists of a Keyphasor
Hole Plug, a Keyphasor Access Hole, a
Keyphasor Clamp, and a Keyphasor Clamp
thumbscrew. The Keyphasor Plug covers the
Keyphasor Access hole when the Keyphasor
Input is not in use. The Keyphasor Access Hole
allows the user to insert a Keyphasor probe
through the TK-3 case to view the notched-
edge of the Wobble Plate. Tightening the
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Keyphasor Clamp thumbscrew fixes the
Keyphasor probe in place.
Checking Operation of the Keyphasor Input
6. Remove the Keyphasor plug from the

case.
7. Loosen the thumbscrew on the Keyphasor

Clamp (Figure 2-11), and press down on
the left side to lift the Keyphasor Clamp to
allow insertion of the Keyphasor probe
through the unplugged hole.
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22. Keyphasor plug
Figure 2-11: Remove Keyphasor Plug

8. Insert the Keyphasor probe to the
appropriate gap position, per section 4.6
(Figure 2-12), and tighten the thumbscrew
(Figure 2-13).
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Figure 2-12: Insert the

Probe
Figure 2-13: Tighten the Thumbscrew
2.2 Power-Up and Adjustment

For both models, setting the Speed Control at
midrange each time the unit is used prolongs
the life of the unit while still providing a
vibration reference observable by vibration
monitors. Vibration output remains constant
across the entire speed range. As a result,
Wobble Plate speed has very little effect on the
amplitude of a vibration signal.
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TK-3e
The TK-3e motor drive is electrically powered.
The drive system consists of a Power Plug, a
Power Plug input, a Voltage Selector Switch, a
Speed Control knob, and a Power Switch. The
system will operate on either 115 VAC and 230
VAC, 50 and 60 Hz. You MUST set the Voltage
Selector Switch to the right of the Power Plug
input to the appropriate voltage setting prior
to operating the unit to avoid damaging the
TK-3e. The Speed Control knob varies the
rotational speed of the Wobble Plate, and the
Power Switch turns the unit ON or OFF.
To power the TK-3e up, first turn the Speed

Control knob fully counterclockwise before
turning the Power Switch to the ON position
(see Figure 2-14). Once power is applied, turn
the Speed Control knob clockwise to obtain the
desired operating speed.
CAUTION
Rotating machinery present.
Injury can result from flying debris or
contact with moving parts. Always wear
safety glasses and keep clear of the
wobble plate when operating either the
TK-3e or TK-3g.
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The TK-3e is equipped with a magnetic-type circuit

breaker ON/OFF switch, rated at 2.5A. If conditions
trigger the circuit breaking mechanism within the
switch, immediately unplug the unit from the
external power source to reset the circuit breaker.
Inspect the power cord and source for damage. If
the unit will not run, and you have eliminated all
external sources as possible causes, return the unit
to Product Repair for maintenance at the earliest
convenience.
Figure 2-14: Speed Control Knob for TK-3e

Speed Adjustment, and Voltage
Selection Switch
TK-3g
The TK-3g motor drive is pneumatically
powered. The drive system consists of a 1/4-
inch Air Inlet barb fitting, and a Speed Control
Valve knob. The system is designed to run
with air supply pressures ranging from
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40psig to 90psig. The Speed Control Valve
knob varies the rotational speed of the Wobble
Plate.
To power the TK-3g up, first turn the Speed
Control fully clockwise before attaching the air
hose to the intake fitting (see Figure 2-15).
After the air hose is attached, turn the Speed
Control counterclockwise to obtain the desired
operating speed.
Figure 2-15: Speed Control Knob for

TK-3g Speed
Adjustment
The TK-3g is equipped with a pressure relief valve

set to discharge excess pressure above 100psig.
Should you hear a hissing noise within the unit
immediately after connecting to the air supply with
the Speed Control valve turned completely
clockwise, the pressure relief valve has been
triggered. In this event you must install an in-line
pressure regulator set to no more than 90psig
before the TK-3g unit. If the hissing persists, the
internal air supply line may be damaged, and you
should return the unit to Product Repair for
maintenance at the earliest convenience.
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2.3 Observed Material Substitution
If a material other than 4140 steel is to be
observed by the probe, then the Wobble Plate
must be changed and the spindle micrometer
target must be altered to ensure proper
testing and calibration.
To alter the spindle micrometer target

material, fabricate a substitute target disc
from the same material (e.g., brass, copper,
aluminum) that the probe will observe. The
substitute target disc should be 1.20 inches
(30.48 mm) in diameter, and at least 0.125
inches thick. The surface finish of the viewed
target face should be 63 µ-inches RMS, or
better. Glue the substitute target disc to the
face of the 4140 steel target.
To install a substitute Wobble Plate, follow the

instructions below. The substitute Wobble
Plate must be the same size as the standard
Wobble Plate, and must be properly balanced.
See your sales representative to order a
substitute wobble plate made from a special
material.
1. Remove the snap-in Keyphasor Hole Plug

from the 7/8-inch (22.2 mm) opening on
the front side of the instrument case (see
Figure 2-16). The wobble plate is secured
to the motor shaft by two setscrews with
a 3/32-inch hexagonal (Allen) head (see
Figure 2-17).
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Figure 2-16: Remove the Keyphasor Plug
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Figure 2-17: Wobble Plate Secured by Two

Setscrews
23. Set Screws
24. Drive Motor
11. Wobble Plate
2. Loosen the side-mounted thumbscrew of

the V Probe Mount attached to the Swing
Arm Assembly. Remove the V Probe
Mount from the assembly, and set it aside
(see Figure 2-18).
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Figure 2-18: Remove the V Probe

Mount
3. Rotate the Wobble Plate until the
Keyphasor notch in the side of the Wobble
Plate is aligned with the Keyphasor Access
Hole (see Figure 2-19). The first setscrew
will now be aligned with the Keyphasor
Access Hole, as well (see Figure 2-20).
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25. Keyphasor notch

Figure 2-19: Keyphasor Notch Aligned
with the Keyphasor Access Hole
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23. Set Screw
Figure 2-20: First Setscrew Aligned with the

Opening
4. Use a 3/32-inch Allen wrench to loosen
the setscrew (see Figure 2-21). To view
the setscrew, you may need to position
the instrument case so that surrounding
light can shine through the opening. You
can also use a flashlight.
Figure 2-21: Loosen the

Setscrew
5. Rotate the Wobble Plate 1/4 turn
clockwise and loosen the second
setscrew.
6. When the setscrews are loosened, remove

the Allen wrench. Carefully insert a small
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screwdriver through the same access hole
below the hub of the Wobble Plate.
7. Rotate the Wobble Plate in small

increments, while carefully exerting
downward pressure on the screwdriver
handle to lift the Wobble Plate off.
To provide vertical clearance between the

Swing Arm Base dowel pins and the
Wobble plate during Wobble Plate
removal, you may need to loosen the large
rosette knob, atop the Swing Arm
assembly, and slide the Swing Arm Base
up along its spindle (Figure 2-22).
Figure 2-22: Lift the Wobble Plate off

8. Place the substitute Wobble Plate over the
shaft so that the Keyphasor notch is
aligned with the flat on the shaft and the
Keyphasor Access Hole in the case. Set
the height of the Wobble Plate so that the
Keyphasor notch on the side of the
Wobble Plate is centered on the face of
the Keyphasor probe to be checked. The
high side of the Wobble Plate should be no
higher than flush with the top surface of
the Top Plate.
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9. When you have properly positioned the
substitute Wobble Plate tighten the first
setscrew. Then rotate the Wobble Plate
1/4 turn clockwise and tighten the other
setscrew.
10. Reinstall the Keyphasor Hole plug in the

7/8” Keyphasor Access Hole.
11. Reinstall the V Probe Mount onto

the Swing Arm Assembly.
12. Re-tighten all thumbscrews.
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TK-3 Calibration Instrument Operation Manual0
Maintenance
3. Maintenance
3.1 General Maintenance

Periodic cleaning of the case and components
is necessary for the continued operation and
reliability of the unit. Clean the case inner and
outer surfaces with a water-damp cloth. To
minimize corrosion, clean all exposed metal
parts with WD-40 or lightweight oil. Users
should also oil the Wobble Plate because
corrosion on its viewed surface can affect the
accuracy of the observing probe’s
measurements, resulting in false inputs to an
associated monitoring system.
The bearings of both the TK-3e and TK-3g

have been lubricated for the life of their
respective motors and do not require oiling.
3.2 Wobble Plate

Stop Cam Adjustment
Perform the following steps in the order given
to establish the Wobble Plate minimum motion
level. This procedure will reveal bearing
problems.
Before removing the probe from the machinery, be sure to

disconnect the probe lead from the extension cable. Reconnect
the probe to the extension cable after the probe is inserted in
the Swing Arm Assembly. This will prevent probe lead and cable
damage caused by twisting during removal.
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See Table 3-1 for test equipment requirements.
Table 3-1: Recommended Maintenance

Equipment
Minimum Suggested
Item
Specification Equipment
1 MΩ input
impedance
ac volts to 100 Vac
Digital multimeter, HP 3465A/B
dc volts to 100 Vdc
4-1/2 digits (DMM)
dc current to 200
mA-dc
Resistance to 1 MΩ
10 Vpk-pk
Tektronix
Oscilloscope dc to 1 Mhz Model 5110
bandwidth
–18Vdc or – 24Vdc
output, depending
on Proximitor
Power supply used, capable of Bently Nevada
30 mA minimum
output current
Appropriate units
Probes, extension
to be used with Bently Nevada
cables
Proximitor sensor
1. Carefully position the probe in the Swing

Arm Assembly, above the Wobble Plate.
Adjust the probe gap to equal the probe
gap in the monitored machine (refer to the
appropriate probe calibration graph to
determine the gap) (See Section 4.2,
General Description). And, tighten the
Probe Clamp tip. The probe gap can be
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Maintenance adjusted using a feeler gauge or by
observing the Proximitor DC output on a
digital multimeter, and referring to the
appropriate calibration graph. Do not
tighten the probe clamp more than
necessary to hold the probe.
2. Position the swing arm to minimize peak-

to-peak vibration as indicated on the
oscilloscope display.
a. Adjust the Speed Control to midrange

and set the power switch to ON (TK-
3e), or rotate the Speed Control Valve
knob 2 full turns counterclockwise (TK-
3g).
b. Adjust the large rosette knob atop the

Swing Arm Base so that it moves with
low resistance.
c. Use a 5/32-inch Allen wrench, to

loosen the cap screw inside the Stop
Cam. Loosen the screw just enough
so that it can rotate to a position
where the handle points directly at
the back of the case.
d. Loosen the side adjustment screw just

enough to allow movement of the V
Probe Mount along the dowel pins.
e. Slowly adjust the axial position of the

V Probe Mount and the radial position
of the Swing Arm Assembly. Observe
the oscilloscope during this
adjustment.
f. Once you have found the point of

minimum movement, tighten the side
adjustment thumbscrew of the V
Probe Mount, and the large rosette
knob of the Swing Arm Assembly to fix
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the Swing Arm Assembly in this
position.
g. Pivot the Stop Cam arm

counterclockwise until the cam
feature makes contact with the side
of the Swing Arm assembly.
h. Gently re-tighten the cap screw within

the Stop Cam. Excessive torque is not
required as it may damage the plastic
washer under the head of the cap
screw. The Stop Cam needs only to be
snug enough to prevent the Swing
Arm Assembly from rotating clockwise
past the minimum vibration amplitude
position.
i. Gradually increase the wobble plate

Speed Control to its maximum setting.
The deflection on the oscilloscope
display should not vary with a change
in wobble plate rpm. A deflection on
the display of more than 0.2 mil (0.005
mm) means the unit has faulty
bearings and should be returned to
Bently Nevada Product Repair for
maintenance.
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Maintenance
Figure 3-1: Equipment Set-up
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4. Calibration
4.1 General
This section includes the procedures to help
the user check thrust and radial vibration
channel operation. In addition, this section
contains a procedure for determining the
Keyphasor probe gap and checking the
transducer system operation.
4.2 Transducer System Check

The Proximitor unit must be connected to the
probe and its associated extension cable. The
procedure must use a target with the same or
of similar electrical properties as the observed
material in the monitored machinery. The
recommended maintenance equipment for
performing the procedures in this section is
given in Table 3-1. The test equipment setup is
shown in Figure 3-1.
Successful completion of the following

procedure will test the transducer system
operation. The steps should be performed in
the order given.
1. With the spindle micrometer set to zero,
position the probe into the Spindle
Micrometer Mount so that the probe tip
lightly contacts the observed sample.
Center and secure the probe in position.
Adjust the spindle micrometer so that
the sample moves away from the probe
tip, and then return it to zero to ensure
the probe is positioned properly.
2. Connect the probe to the Proximitor using
the appropriate extension cable.
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3. With input power disconnected, connect
the power supply minus (-) output to the
Proximitor –18Vdc or –24Vdc input,
whichever is applicable. Connect the
power supply common terminal to the
Proximitor COM connector.
4. Connect the DMM between the
Proximitor SIG and COM connectors.
Connect a 10k ohm resistor across the
DMM input terminals.
5. Energize the power supply, and adjust the
spindle micrometer for the probe gap
appropriate for the probe in use. (If in
doubt, refer to the technical manual for
the equipment using that probe.)
6. Adjust the spindle micrometer 10 more
mils (0.25 mm) away from the probe face.
The DMM should indicate approximately 2
volts more for a 200 mV per mil (7.87
V/mm) scale factor, or approximately 1
volt more for a 100 mV per mil (3.94
V/mm) scale factor.
7. Draw probe voltage vs. gap graph using

graph paper graduated in 1-inch or 1-cm
increments. Divide the vertical scale into
increments of 2 volts per division, and the
horizontal scale into increments of 10 mils
(0.25 mm) per division. Begin from the
graph zero point with the probe gap set at
zero. Slowly adjust the spindle
micrometer to increase the probe gap
distance, and plot the voltage change over
a range of increasing gap settings.
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The first 10 or 20 mils (0.25 mm or 0.50 mm) of the curve

cannot be used due to probe nonlinearity. A sharp
change in the slope of the curve will occur at a probe-to-
target gap of about 10 to 20 mils (0.25 mm to 0.50 mm).
This change will depend upon the type of probe and
Proximitor sensor used and the type of material being
observed. The response curve should be linear from 20
mils (0.50 mm) to 50 to 100 mils
(1.27 mm to 2.54 mm) or more. Continue plotting the
voltage vs. gap graph until the linear response starts to
become nonlinear. You should keep the completed graph
for future reference. Consult the appropriate transducer
manual for further transducer performance and
Proximitor recalibration information on the particular
transducer system in use.
If you have completed all the preceding steps

successfully, you have verified the transducer
system operation for a particular combination
of probe, extension cable, Proximitor, and
observed material. However, any time that a
different type of target material is observed, or
a major change occurs to the probe,
Proximitor, or cable, you should check the
transducer system operation again.
4.3 RV Monitor Check

There are two methods of RV monitor testing.
This section presents these methods in order
of preference.
1. The calibration procedure found in the
applicable RV monitor manual is the
preferred method. This method uses a
signal generator to provide a precision
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simulated vibration waveform and an
oscilloscope or DMM to determine the
waveform amplitude. The accuracy of this
method is approximately 1 to 2%.
2. Using the TK-3 Wobble Plate, a transducer
system to provide a vibration waveform
for checking monitor calibration, and an
oscilloscope to determine the waveform
amplitude is an alternate method. An
oscilloscope is preferred over a DMM for
measuring the peak-to-peak amplitude as
this will help to eliminate errors due to
possible waveform distortion. The
accuracy of this method is approximately 3
to 4%. The use of a DMM to perform this
measurement is acceptable, but will
reduce the accuracy approximately 5 to
10%.
4.4 TK-3 Monitor RV

Calibration Check
If a signal generator is not available, using a TK-
3 with an oscilloscope is an alternate means of
checking the calibration of an RV monitor.
The following procedure is for the TK- 3e but it can

be performed with either unit.
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1. Insert the probe into the V Probe Mount.
Adjust the probe gap using one of
following three ways:
• using a feeler gauge
(mechanically),
• observing the dc voltage on a
DMM (electrically), or
• using the gap switch on the
monitor to be checked.
The gap used for this test must equal the

normal probe gap as installed in the
monitored machine. To determine the
gap, refer to the appropriate transducer
voltage vs. gap graph or the Application
Note for gapping RV proximity
transducers. When removing the probe
from the equipment, always disconnect
the probe lead from the extension cable
first. Tighten the Probe Clamp tip of the V
Probe Mount after the proper probe gap is
set.
2. Connect the probe and its extension cable

to the Proximitor sensor using an
appropriate length of extension cable and
the Proximitor sensor to the monitor. The
appropriate Proximitor or monitor
manuals provide the connection
procedures. Refer to either or both of
these manuals if the connections have not
already been made.
3. Energize the monitoring system.
4. The monitor OK light should now be

illuminated to indicate that the probe gap
is within the proper operating range, the
proper voltage is being applied to the
system, and all connections are secure. If
the monitor OK light does not illuminate,
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check the appropriate monitor manual for
the troubleshooting procedure.
5. Set the ON/OFF switch to OFF, the power

input controls to the proper voltage (115
Vac or 230 Vac), and connect the power
source. Set the Wobble Plate Speed
Control to the lowest position, switch the
power on, and bring speed to midrange or
a value within the passband of the
monitor.
6. Use the oscilloscope to adjust the position

of the probe over the Wobble Plate to
obtain a peak-to-peak voltage, which is
equal to the full-scale reading of the
monitor. Divide the peak-to-peak voltage
by 0.2 V/mil (7.87 V/mm) for 7200 and
most 3000 and 3300XL Series transducers,
or by 0.1 V/mil (3.94 V/mm) for 7000 Series
transducers to obtain the equivalent
meter reading in mils. If an oscilloscope is
not available, you may use the DC voltage
output of the Proximity probe to obtain an
indication of the equivalent peak-to-peak
voltage, which the transducer system
outputs to the monitor.
7. The monitor meter should indicate a peak-

to-peak vibration in mils that is
approximately equal to the equivalent
meter reading as measured by the
oscilloscope in the preceding step.
8. If the monitor meter reading and the

oscilloscope equivalent reading are
approximately the same, monitor
recalibration is neither required nor
recommended as the monitors have been
calibrated as accurately as possible before
shipping. If the oscilloscope value and
monitor meter reading are not within
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reasonable agreement, refer to the
appropriate monitor manual for proper
adjustment.
4.5 Thrust Monitor Check

The spindle micrometer generates a precise
gap reference. Using the same setup for
checking the transducer operation (see
Transducer System Check in Section 4.2) you
may use the spindle micrometer to simulate
the appropriate “zero” gap and the
appropriate “normal” and “counter” thrust
motions to either side of the zero gap. Refer to
the appropriate thrust monitor manual if any
adjustments are required.
4.6 KPH Probe Gap Determination

You should use the following procedure to
determine the optimum gap between a
Keyphasor probe and the observed surface.
1. Connect the test equipment as shown in

Figure 3-1. However, connect the
Keyphasor Proximitor OUT signal, rather
than the Proximitor OUT signal, to the
oscilloscope IN.
2. Insert the probe to be used into the
Keyphasor mounting slot, and clamp
down the probe. When inserting the
probe into the Keyphasor mounting slot,
loosen the Keyphasor Clamp thumbscrew
and apply pressure to clamp, the left of
the thumbscrew, to rock to Keyphasor
clamp open.
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3. Energize the Wobble Plate and adjust to
any desired speed, preferably midrange
(refer to Section 3.2, Wobble Plate).
4. With power applied to the Proximitor

sensor, use the oscilloscope to manually
adjust the probe toward and away from
the wobble plate edge to a point at which
the optimum voltage excursion (spike) is
displayed.
5. Carefully secure the probe in place by

tightening the Keyphasor Clamp. Make
sure that the displayed voltage excursion
remains unchanged. If it has changed,
readjust the probe as necessary.
6. Turn off the Wobble Plate.

7. Using a feeler gauge, measure the gap
between the probe tip and the wobble
plate edge. For optimum performance,
the measured gap should equal the one
between the monitored rotor shaft and
the installed probe tip.
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TK-3 Proximity System Test Kit

Part Number: 177740-01

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Product Disposal Statement

The instrument includes two basic test

Bently Nevada probes and Proximitor* sensors operate on the

Metals such as 1000 through 4000 Series steel

The spindle micrometer is used to check the

The Wobble Plate generates vibration and

If a probe has been permanently installed in a

You can check a complete monitoring system

For more detailed information and

Use of this product in a manner not specified by the

Figure 1-1: TK-3e Overall View

Figure 1-2: TK-3g Overall View

Both versions of the test kit have two universal

The Wobble Plate generates a mechanical

1. Spindle Micrometer Assembly

Figure 2-1: TK-3e Key Components

1. Spindle Micrometer Assembly

Figure 2-2: TK-3g Key Components

Figure 2-3: TK-3 Top Plate Key Components

10. Side thumbscrew

Figure 2-4: Spindle Micrometer

Spindle Micrometer Operation

Care should be taken to always keep the side

The Spindle Micrometer Mount Assembly is

To Install a Probe into The Spindle

1. Set the spindle micrometer to the

2. Set the V Probe Mount to the bottom of its

Figure 2-5: Slide the probe through V

4. Tighten the V Probe Mount Probe-Clamp

Figure 2-6: Clamp Probe by Rotating Thumbscrew

Figure 2-7: 8mm Probe Adjusted to Centered

Swing Arm Assembly Operation

You can adjust the V Probe Mount position

Figure 2-8: 8mm Probe Fixed at Centered Position

Figure 2-9: 8mm Probe Position Adjusted

The TK-3 design incorporates redundant features. Should

Figure 2-10: Functionality of the Stop Cam

Keyphasor Input Operation

Checking Operation of the Keyphasor Input

6. Remove the Keyphasor plug from the

7. Loosen the thumbscrew on the Keyphasor

22. Keyphasor plug

Figure 2-11: Remove Keyphasor Plug

Figure 2-12: Insert the

Figure 2-13: Tighten the Thumbscrew

2.2 Power-Up and Adjustment

To power the TK-3e up, first turn the Speed

The TK-3e is equipped with a magnetic-type circuit