{"product_id":"bently-nevada-21000-16-10-15-081-03-02-proximity-probe-housing-assembly","title":"Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-15-081-03-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Overview: Advanced Proximity Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e21000-16-10-15-081-03-02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precision-engineered \u003cstrong\u003eProximity Probe Housing Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to house the industry-standard 3300 XL 8mm proximity system, this assembly provides a rugged, environmentally sealed enclosure for vibration monitoring in critical rotating equipment. It is fully compliant with \u003cstrong\u003eAPI 670\u003c\/strong\u003e standards, ensuring that internal probe electronics remain protected from process fluids, mechanical impact, and hazardous atmospheric conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following table details the specific technical configuration for the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e21000-16-10-15-081-03-02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21000 (Proximity Probe Housing Assembly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProbe Option (16):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3300 XL 8 mm probe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length (10):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 m (39 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandoff Adapter (15):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 in (38 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProbe Penetration (081):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFittings (03):\u003c\/strong\u003e Conduit plug, reducer, and seal grip kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Thread (02):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4-14 NPT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB’s Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e21000-16-10-15-081-03-02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e excels in environments where sensor stability is threatened by heavy industrial vibration or ambient chemical exposure. Its aluminum body paired with a stainless steel sleeve provides the perfect balance of weight reduction and corrosion resistance. We recommend this specific configuration for long-reach installations where precise probe penetration is required to bypass machinery casing obstructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications, Diagnostics \u0026amp; Logistics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, gas turbines, and heavy-duty industrial gearboxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables stable acquisition of gap, vibration, and position data. The housing design allows for easy maintenance of the reverse-mount proximity probe without requiring a total teardown of the machine casing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guaranteed 12-month factory-grade warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expedited global transit via FedEx, UPS, or DHL; 24–48 hour dispatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Comparison \u0026amp; Technical Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow is a technical comparison for your selection process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e21000-16-10-15-081-03-02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Current Selection): Optimized for 8.1-inch penetration with a 1.5-inch standoff. Best for deep-cavity machine casing requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/21000-28-05-00-070-01-02-bently-nevada-probe-housing-assembly\"\u003e21000-28-05-00-070-01-02\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features a shorter penetration (7.0-inch) and no standoff adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Suggestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your machine case has limited clearance, the \u003cstrong\u003e21000-28-05-00-070-01-02\u003c\/strong\u003e is superior. However, for installations requiring thermal or mechanical standoff to avoid casing resonance, the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e21000-16-10-15-081-03-02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the necessary reach and structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpert Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is sleeve support required for penetrations greater than 12 inches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt lengths exceeding 12 inches, probe resonance becomes a high risk. Supporting the sleeve prevents false vibration readings caused by mechanical excitation of the probe tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the CSA explosion-proof rating affect my installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe assembly is rated for Class 1, Divisions 1 \u0026amp; 2. You must use appropriate explosion-proof conduit seals at the port entry to maintain the integrity of the enclosure in hazardous zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace the proximity probe while the housing is mounted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the dome cover design allows for probe removal\/replacement without unmounting the entire housing assembly from the machine casing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of the included conduit fitting kit (-03)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit provides NPT adapters and a cable seal grip to ensure that the internal wiring is completely isolated from moisture and contaminants—essential for outdoor installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I handle the counter-boring requirement mentioned for short penetration depths?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor penetrations under 2 inches, counter-boring ensures that the housing does not \"see\" the side of the bore, which would otherwise introduce signal noise (side-view effects) into your vibration data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/21000_CA21000_Proximity_Probe_Housing_Assembly_6e858fd0-30b5-48e6-858e-63405295fa24.png?v=1777369254\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45014034317494,"sku":"21000-16-10-15-081-03-02","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/21000-16-10-00-066-03-02_e182c6dd-e7b0-4ff3-9c12-479c415f5bd7.jpg?v=1779872274","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/bently-nevada-21000-16-10-15-081-03-02-proximity-probe-housing-assembly","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}