{"product_id":"bently-nevada-31000-16-10-00-159-00-02-proximity-probe-housing-assemblies","title":"Bently Nevada 31000-16-10-00-159-00-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assemblies","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 31000-16-10-00-159-00-02\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e31000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProximity Probe Housing Assembly, operates as a dedicated hardware component for mechanical encapsulation and environmental shielding of proximity probes within\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 3500\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTurbinery Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\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\u003e31000-16-10-00-159-00-02\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\u003e1.85 kg\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\u003e30.0 cm x 20.0 cm x 15.0 cm\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-35 deg C to +121 deg C standard sleeve rating\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\u003eNone (Passive mechanical containment assembly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-copper aluminum alloy with anodized finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConduit Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/4-14 NPT threaded ports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleeve Thread Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/4-16 UNF option setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplosion Protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified for hazardous areas via cross-referenced probe configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEddy-Current Probe Scaling and Gap Voltage Validation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanical positioning of the internal sleeve assembly directly determines the baseline parameters for eddy-current probe scaling. Misalignment or incorrect insertion depth modifies the spatial relation between the probe face and the target shaft. During field deployment, engineers verify calibration boundaries by performing gap voltage validation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe housing allows continuous external adjustment of the internal sleeve until the transducer output registers a stable -10 VDC targets voltage, confirming the probe resides inside its calibrated linear range. Precise stabilization prevents target shifting induced by high-frequency rotor dynamics and provides sufficient axial isolation for effective cross-talk suppression between adjacent orthogonal sensor channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the internal proximity probe be replaced or adjusted while the monitored machine is in operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The externally adjustable housing allows technicians to loosen the locking mechanisms and adjust or extract the probe sleeve without shutting down the machinery or exposing the interior casing to oil leaks, provided the housing seals remain unimpeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does this housing assembly affect the electrical shielding and grounding of the proximity probe circuit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The housing acts as an external Faraday cage. The internal probe cable shield must remain isolated from this aluminum housing shell and terminate strictly at the Proximitor Sensor ground terminal to prevent ground loops from injecting electrical noise into the vibration channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does this mechanical housing configuration alter the electrical loop impedance or scale factor of the internal transducer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The housing is completely passive and does not interact with the radio frequency field emitted by the probe tip, provided the probe face extends past the sleeve edge by the minimum clearance required to eliminate side-viewing interference.\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\u003eNPT Thread Engagement\u003c\/strong\u003e: When mounting the main housing enclosure to the machine casing conduit, ensure a minimum of five full threads of engagement into the 3\/4-14 NPT female port to verify environmental sealing and maintain explosive containment integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleeve Locking Torque\u003c\/strong\u003e: Once the target gap voltage is validated via instrument readings, tighten the sleeve locknut to a maximum torque specification of 27.1 N-m (20 ft-lb) to prevent shift errors from machine vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConduit Sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apply high-temperature thread sealant to the NPT ports. Do not use standard silicone sealants that emit corrosive acetic acid vapors, as these will degrade the internal miniature coaxial connectors over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplosion-Proof Integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the housing cover O-ring is fully seated and the cover bolts are torqued down evenly to prevent moisture ingress and maintain explosion-proof enclosure ratings in hazardous area zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard procurement item consists of the following components:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) Pre-assembled explosion-proof aluminum housing enclosure body with cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) Externally adjustable probe sleeve matching the 3\/4-16 UNF option parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(2) Heavy-duty neoprene internal sealing washers for moisture protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) Packet of industrial anti-seize lubricant compound for thread installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLogistical Logistics \u0026amp; Delivery Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDispatch Timeline\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-7 days when payment finish through secure banking channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreight Carriers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Worldwide transit executed exclusively via DHL, FEDEX, or UPS priority networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: Transported in certified anti-static industrial packaging complete with custom foam inserts to eliminate mechanical shock degradation during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518869594285,"sku":"31000-16-10-00-159-00-02","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-31000-16-10-00-159-00-02-proximity-probe-housingassemblies-eqtvmph253o.jpg?v=1766980643","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/bently-nevada-31000-16-10-00-159-00-02-proximity-probe-housing-assemblies","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}