The Bently Nevada 21000-00-00-150-00-02 is an externally mounted proximity probe housing assembly, built with an aluminum body and a stainless steel sleeve. Designed to protect and mount proximity probes in industrial applications, it provides a sealed and rugged enclosure suitable for hazardous environments.

This model supports reverse mount proximity probes and comes with threaded ports for conduit connections, O-rings, probe sleeves, and optional fittings. It is certified for explosion-proof use and is compliant with API 670 standards.

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Turbomachinery monitoring systems

• Externally mounted vibration and position sensors

• Petrochemical, power generation, and industrial plants

• CSA-approved hazardous areas (Class I, II, III)

• Installations requiring API 670 compliance

Advantages

• Rugged aluminum body for industrial durability

• Stainless steel sleeve for corrosion resistance

• CSA explosion-proof certified (optional)

• API 670 compliance ensures industry standard performance

• Modular design allows flexible probe lengths and fittings

• Temperature tolerance up to +177°C for demanding environments

• Easy installation with threaded mounting and conduit options

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the housing made of?

A1: The 21000 housing is made of aluminum with a 304 stainless steel sleeve for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance.

Q2: Is this housing explosion-proof?

A2: Yes, when ordered with CA options and certified fittings, the 21000 housing is CSA-certified as explosion-proof for hazardous areas.

Q3: What probes are compatible with this housing?

A3: It supports 3300 XL 8mm, 3300 XL NSv, and 3300 XL 11mm reverse mount proximity probes.

Q4: What is the typical weight of this housing?

A4: The housing weighs approximately 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) without fittings.

Q5: What are the environmental temperature limits?

A5: The housing supports operating and storage temperatures from -51°C to +177°C.

Q6: Is it compliant with API 670 standards?

A6: Yes, it fully complies with the American Petroleum Institute’s 670 standard for proximity probe housings.

Q7: Can the sleeve length be customized?

A7: Yes, the probe sleeve length is customizable and determined by installation requirements.

Q8: Does the housing come with conduit fittings?

A8: Fittings are optional and can be selected during ordering, including explosion-proof variants.

Q9: Are there mounting thread options?

A9: Yes, mounting thread options include 3/4-14 NPT, 1/2-14 BSP, and others based on application.

Q10: What certifications does this product carry?

A10: It is CSA Type 4 rated, RoHS compliant, and has hazardous area approvals per North American standards.