{"product_id":"bently-nevada-24701-16-05-00-073-04-02-proximity-probe-housing-assembly","title":"Bently Nevada 24701-16-05-00-073-04-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 24701-16-05-00-073-04-02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a proximity probe housing assembly designed for secure installation of 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probes in rotating machinery monitoring applications. It is widely applied in turbines, compressors, pumps, and industrial drivetrains where stable probe positioning is required for accurate vibration and shaft displacement measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis housing assembly provides a mechanically stable interface between the probe and machine casing. It ensures consistent probe penetration depth and alignment, which directly affects signal accuracy in eddy-current measurement systems. The configuration supports harsh industrial environments where vibration, thermal expansion, and mechanical stress are continuous operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3\/4-14 NPT mounting interface ensures compatibility with standard industrial threaded ports, making it suitable for both OEM installations and retrofit monitoring upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSegment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eMeaning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24701\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProximity probe housing assembly platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible 3300 XL 8 mm probe option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 m probe cable length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo standoff adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e073\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3 in probe penetration depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne 3\/4-14 NPT plug configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4-14 NPT mounting thread option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach segment defines probe compatibility, installation geometry, penetration depth, and mechanical interface configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24701-16-05-00-073-04-02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProximity probe housing assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe Penetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4-14 NPT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandoff Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne 3\/4-14 NPT plug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibration and shaft displacement monitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Interpretation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis housing assembly ensures fixed mechanical positioning of proximity probes in applications where probe stability directly affects measurement accuracy. It is designed to eliminate installation drift caused by vibration or thermal expansion in machinery environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defined penetration depth standardizes probe positioning relative to the target surface, which is critical for maintaining consistent gap voltage in eddy-current measurement systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNPT threaded interface allows direct installation into machine housings without custom adapters, simplifying field deployment and maintenance procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Application Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this housing used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is used in turbines, compressors, and industrial rotating equipment requiring stable proximity probe installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is penetration depth important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt ensures correct probe-to-target distance for accurate vibration signal generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used with non-3300 XL probes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is designed specifically for Bently Nevada 3300 XL 8 mm probes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of NPT mounting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt provides standardized mechanical integration into industrial equipment housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Commissioning Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure correct torque application during NPT thread installation to avoid misalignment or mechanical stress on the housing body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify probe penetration depth before commissioning to maintain correct gap calibration in the measurement system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain clean internal housing surfaces to avoid debris interference with probe alignment and signal accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute probe cable away from high-voltage and VFD wiring to minimize electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering \u0026amp; Operational Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid mechanical shock during installation, as it may affect probe alignment and penetration accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse proper sealing practices on NPT threads to prevent oil or gas ingress in turbine environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect housing periodically in high-vibration machinery to ensure mechanical stability over long operating cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure consistent grounding practices to reduce electrical noise in proximity measurement signals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52668321202539,"sku":"24701-16-05-00-073-04-02","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/24701-16-05-00-073-04-02-peopwauugbn_0a2a054b-bea6-489f-ab4d-dc7701387c7d.jpg?v=1765521149","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/bently-nevada-24701-16-05-00-073-04-02-proximity-probe-housing-assembly","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}