The Bently Nevada 24701-16-10-00-037-00-01 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly is a high-quality enclosure designed for proximity probes in machinery monitoring systems. This housing assembly provides a robust and protective environment for probes, ensuring accurate and reliable data collection in harsh industrial environments. It is specifically engineered to safeguard probes against contaminants, moisture, and mechanical impacts, thereby extending their operational life and maintaining measurement precision. Its design facilitates easy installation and secure mounting for probes used in vibration and position monitoring applications.

Product Specifications

Applications

The Bently Nevada 24701-16-10-00-037-00-01 is widely used in:

• Turbomachinery: Protecting proximity probes on turbines and compressors.

• Pumps and Motors: Housing sensors to ensure reliable monitoring in harsh environments.

• Power Generation Plants: Used in steam and gas turbines for accurate displacement measurements.

• Oil & Gas Industry: Monitoring critical rotating equipment in offshore and onshore applications.

• Industrial Manufacturing: Ensuring measurement stability in machinery requiring continuous monitoring.

Advantages

• Enhanced Protection: Designed to shield probes from mechanical damage, dust, and liquids.

• Corrosion-Resistant Design: Ensures long-term durability in harsh operating conditions.

• Improved Measurement Accuracy: Maintains sensor alignment and positioning for precise data.

• Ease of Installation: Provides quick and secure mounting for proximity probes.

• High Reliability: Engineered to withstand vibration and shock in demanding environments.

• Extended Equipment Life: Reduces maintenance frequency by protecting critical sensing components.

FAQ

1. What type of probes is this housing compatible with?

   It is designed for 8 mm and 11 mm proximity probes used in vibration monitoring systems.

2. What environmental protection rating does the housing have?

   The housing offers IP65 protection, ensuring it is dust-tight and resistant to water ingress.

3. Can this housing be used in hazardous areas?

   Yes, with appropriate certified configurations, it can be used in hazardous and explosive environments.

4. What is the operating temperature range for this housing?

   It operates between -40°C and +100°C.

5. Does the housing provide vibration resistance?

   Yes, it is built to withstand up to 20 g peak vibration.

6. What is the shock resistance capability of this housing?

   It can handle up to 50 g of shock load.

7. Does the housing require special maintenance?

   Minimal maintenance is required, primarily periodic inspection for sealing integrity.

8. Can this housing accommodate different cable types?

   Yes, it has a sealed cable entry design compatible with various cable configurations.

9. Is there any impact on probe performance when using this housing?

   No, it is designed to maintain probe alignment and measurement accuracy.

10. Can the housing be used in outdoor environments?

    Yes, its corrosion-resistant material and IP65 rating make it suitable for outdoor use.