{"product_id":"bently-nevada-31000-16-05-20-040-02-02-proximity-probe-housing-assemblies-31000-series","title":"Bently Nevada 31000-16-05-20-040-02-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assemblies 31000 Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for physical enclosure and environmental protection of proximity transducers in Machinery Protection Systems (MPS), the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 31000-16-05-20-040-02-02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e31000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProximity Probe Housing Assembly) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. This mechanical assembly establishes a sealed conduit interface on the machine casing, allowing variable external insertion depth adjustments of the internal proximity probe tip relative to the rotating target shaft without interrupting machine operations or exposing the process boundary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Nomenclature and Identification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e31000\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base Model Number for Explosion-Proof Proximity Probe Housing Assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-16\u003c\/strong\u003e: Probe Thread Option (1\/4-28 UNF thread configuration).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-05\u003c\/strong\u003e: Housing Thread Option (3\/4-14 NPT conduit fitting connections).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-20\u003c\/strong\u003e: Explosion-Proof Housing Material Option (Cast aluminum structure).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-040\u003c\/strong\u003e: Overall Sleeving Length Option (4.0 inches nominal length).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-02\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stilling Guide Option (2.0 inches length extension).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-02\u003c\/strong\u003e: O-Ring Material Option (Fluorocarbon Viton compound for high-temperature chemical sealing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical and Environmental Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31000-16-05-20-040-02-02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnited States\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.20 kg (2.65 lbs) nominal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26.0 cm x 16.0 cm x 16.0 cm (10.2 in x 6.3 in in x 6.3 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-40 deg C to +100 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive mechanical component (0.0 W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressure Sealing Limit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e413 kPa (60 psi) hydrostatic internal pressure max\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP66 \/ NEMA 4X certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHazardous Location Ratings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D \/ ATEX Zone 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRotor Dynamics Integration and Gap Voltage Validation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanical configuration of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 31000-16-05-20-040-02-02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplays a fundamental role in maintaining the accuracy of eddy-current probe scaling. When positioning a 1\/4-28 UNF proximity probe within this housing, engineers must execute gap voltage validation (-10 VDC targets) by rotating the external sleeve adjustment nut before locking down the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproper mechanical depth matching inside the sleeve causes electromagnetic field interference with the internal metallic walls of the housing assembly, altering the linear scale factor. Precise centering and calibration of the sleeve ensure that high-frequency vibration signals generated by rotor dynamics are transferred back to the Proximitor Sensor without geometric clipping or signal cross-talk suppression failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Field Support Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the internal proximity probe be removed or replaced while the host machine is running?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The 31000 housing is specifically engineered to isolate the machine's internal process pressure, enabling technicians to safely back out the internal sleeve and replace the probe element without requiring a machine shutdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What happens to the rotor dynamics diagnostics if the gap voltage validation drifts from the -10 VDC target?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A voltage shift away from the -10 VDC baseline indicates that the physical distance between the probe tip and the shaft has migrated outside the linear operating envelope. This reduces the linear range of eddy-current probe scaling, resulting in clipping of peak-to-peak radial vibration signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is cross-talk suppression managed when installing multiple 31000 assemblies on a single bearing housing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Cross-talk suppression is maintained by adhering to the minimum physical separation distance between the individual probe tips on the shaft surface, ensuring that the high-frequency RF fields emitted by adjacent 3300 XL sensors do not overlap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConduit Connection Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e: The 3\/4-14 NPT housing threads must achieve a minimum of 5 full turns of mechanical engagement into the machine casing junction box to satisfy hazardous area explosion-proof containment parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO-Ring Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inspect the pre-installed fluorocarbon Viton O-rings for any cracks or abrasions before deployment. Apply a thin layer of silicone-based lubricant to prevent binding during sleeve depth adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoaxial Cable Shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Route the proximity probe extension cable through the flexible conduit junction ports. Ensure the cable shield is structurally isolated from the 31000 aluminum housing chassis and is terminated strictly at the designated single-point system ground within the monitor rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Component Checklist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 x Bently Nevada 31000 Cast Aluminum Explosion-Proof Housing Body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 x Variable Insertion Guide Sleeve with Integrated 1\/4-28 UNF Probe Mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 x High-Temperature Viton O-Rings (Pre-assembled).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 x Stainless Steel Locknut Hardware Set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcurement and Shipping Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Processing Window\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-7 days when payment finish through official logistics distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransit Routing Options\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dispatched globally utilizing express transport carriers including DHL, FEDEX, or UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Parts are encased within heavy-duty anti-static industrial packaging complete with shock-absorbent custom foam contours to prevent thread degradation or mechanical deformation during transport cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518835515565,"sku":"31000-16-05-20-040-02-02","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-31000-16-05-20-040-02-02-proximity-probe-housingassemblies-gedep0ge2wn.jpg?v=1766980014","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/bently-nevada-31000-16-05-20-040-02-02-proximity-probe-housing-assemblies-31000-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}