Product Overview

The 32000-28-05-15-080-03-02 is a precision-engineered Metric Proximity Probe Housing Assembly designed by Bently Nevada for high-reliability machinery protection. This assembly facilitates the external mounting of 3300 XL 8mm proximity probes, allowing them to penetrate the machine case to monitor shaft vibration and position. Its primary advantage is the "external access" design, which enables maintenance teams to adjust the probe gap or replace sensors without decommissioning the machine or opening the casing. Compliant with API 670 standards, this housing protects sensitive transducers from harsh internal environments while maintaining a hermetic seal against the machine's lubrication and atmosphere.

Hardware Parameters and Technical Specifications

This metric housing configuration is built using advanced materials to ensure long-term stability and chemical resistance in industrial settings.

• Model Number 32000-28-05-15-080-03-02

• Housing Material Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) and Stainless Steel

• Probe Type Compatible with 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Probes

• Probe Penetration 80 mm (Option -080)

• Mounting Thread M24 x 1.5 (Option -28)

• Probe Cable Length 0.5 meter (Option -05)

• System Length 1.5 meter total system (Option -15)

• Conduit Fitting M20 x 1.5 thread (Option -03)

• Environmental Sealing IP66 / Type 4X rated

• Agency Approvals Multiple hazardous area certifications included (Option -03)

• Included Hardware Cable seal grip with grommets for armored cables and two plugs

Industrial Applications and Operational Benefits

The 32000-28-05-15-080-03-02 is an essential component for any Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) strategy. By allowing for "live" adjustments of proximity probes, it significantly enhances the availability of critical rotating assets.

• Steam and Gas Turbines Monitoring radial vibration and axial thrust position in high-temperature casing environments.

• Centrifugal Compressors Providing a secure mounting point for Keyphasor sensors to track rotational speed and phase angle.

• Large Industrial Pumps Protecting probes from high-pressure lubricants and cooling fluids while ensuring accurate shaft orbit data.

• Predictive Maintenance Facilitating easy sensor calibration and loop checks during brief maintenance windows without requiring casing disassembly.

The use of high-strength PPS thermoplastic ensures that the housing remains resistant to the corrosive effects of synthetic oils and chemical vapors, while the integrated seal grip prevents environmental contaminants from entering the conduit system. This makes the 32000-28-05-15-080-03-02 a vital link in maintaining the integrity of machinery protection systems across power generation and petrochemical facilities.