Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02 Aluminum Probe Housing Assembly

Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02 Aluminum Probe Housing Assembly

The Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02, also cataloged as the 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02 Aluminum Probe Housing Assembly, operates as a dedicated mechanical enclosure component for external proximity probe installation within Bently Nevada vibration monitoring systems.

Hardware Specifications

Eddy-Current Probe Scaling and Mechanical Installation Characteristics

The Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02 is an aluminum proximity probe housing assembly designed for external installation of reverse mount proximity probes. The assembly provides mechanical support, probe positioning, and environmental protection for eddy-current vibration measurement applications.

The configuration includes a 3300 XL 8 mm probe with a 1.0 m cable and a 12.0 inch (304.8 mm) probe penetration length. Sleeve length selection is based on the installation location and required probe position relative to the measurement target.

For long sleeve configurations exceeding 304 mm (12 inches), additional sleeve support is required to reduce vibration effects caused by unsupported sleeve length. The housing design supports installation arrangements compliant with API 670 externally mounted proximity probe housing requirements.

Hazardous Area and Housing Application Characteristics

The 21000 aluminum probe housing assembly is available in configurations with CSA approvals for hazardous area applications. Approved housing configurations provide explosion-proof enclosure capability and support intrinsically safe proximity probe installations when used with compatible components.

The assembly includes threaded conduit connections and sealing components to maintain enclosure integrity in industrial machinery environments. Proper selection of probe type, sleeve length, and support arrangement is required for stable vibration measurement performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What proximity probe is used with the 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02 assembly?
A: The assembly is configured with a 3300 XL 8 mm probe and a 1.0 m (39 in) probe cable.

Q: Is a standoff adapter included with this configuration?
A: No. The 21000-16-10-00-144-03-02 configuration does not include a standoff adapter.

Q: Does the 12.0 inch probe sleeve require additional support?
A: Sleeve lengths longer than 304 mm (12 inches) require additional support to reduce vibration associated with unsupported long sleeve lengths.

Field Installation Guidelines

Install the aluminum probe housing assembly using the specified 3/4-14 NPT mounting connection. Ensure the mounting structure provides sufficient mechanical stability for the proximity probe measurement point.

Verify probe penetration depth and alignment with the target surface before final installation. Maintain correct probe orientation to preserve eddy-current gap stability during machine operation.

For sleeve lengths at or above 304 mm (12 inches), install additional mechanical support to reduce sleeve vibration. Route the probe cable through the housing fitting while maintaining cable protection and avoiding excessive bending stress.

Maintain separation between proximity probe signal cables and high-current electrical wiring. Verify sealing components and threaded connections before placing the monitoring system into service.