Bently Nevada 31000-16-10-00-162-00-02 English Proximity Probe Housing Assemblies

Description

The 31000-16-10-00-162-00-02 is a 31000-series English Proximity Probe Housing Assembly designed for external mounting of proximity probes on industrial machinery. This configuration includes a 3300 XL 8 mm probe (Option 16) with a 1.0 m probe cable (Option 10), no standoff adapter (Option 00), a probe penetration depth of 162 mm (Option 162), no fittings (Option 00), and no outer sleeve, retainer, or retaining nut (Option 02). This housing assembly provides robust mechanical and environmental protection for proximity transducers used in vibration and Keyphasor measurements. The 31000 series is constructed from polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), a high-strength thermoplastic known for its corrosion resistance, while internal components utilize stainless steel. This system allows for external access to the proximity probe and its extension cable, enabling gap adjustments or probe replacements without the need for machine case disassembly. It is fully compliant with the American Petroleum Institute (API) 670 standard for externally mounted proximity probe housings.

Features

• Option 16: Integrated 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe
• Option 10: 1.0 m probe cable length
• Option 162: 162 mm probe penetration depth
• Option 02: 3/4-14 NPT mounting thread
• PPS thermoplastic body construction with corrosion-resistant stainless steel components
• API 670 compliant design for external proximity probe housing
• Enables external access for gap adjustment and maintenance
• Supports intrinsically safe operation when used with approved transducer systems and I.S. barriers

Applications

• Radial vibration monitoring on rotating machinery
• Keyphasor signal acquisition
• Heavy industrial applications including power generation, oil and gas, and petrochemical processing
• Equipment where external access for probe maintenance is required

Ordering Information

Option	Code on This SKU	Description
Orderable Part Number	31000-16-10-00-162-00-02	31000 English Proximity Probe Housing Assembly
A - Probe with Connector	16	3300 XL 8 mm probe
B - Probe Cable Length	10	1.0 m (39 in)
C - Standoff Adapter Length	00	No standoff adapter
D - Probe Penetration	162	162 mm penetration length
E - Fittings	00	Without fittings; two plugs and two washers
F - Mounting Thread	02	3/4-14 NPT

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes)
Part Number	31000-16-10-00-162-00-02
Housing Material	Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
Internal Components	Corrosion-resistant stainless steel
Mounting Thread	3/4-14 NPT
Probe Compatibility	3300 XL 8 mm
Compliance	API 670
Operating Temperature	-51 degC to +177 degC (probe specific)

Installation Guidelines

• Ensure the machine casing is affixed directly to the bearing housing for accurate relative vibration measurements.
• The housing is intended for mechanical and environmental protection; it is not explosion-proof. For explosion-proof requirements, consult dedicated housing series.
• Ensure conduit fittings are used if hardline conduit or metal tubing is brought into the housing.
• Use appropriate thread sealant compatible with the 3/4-14 NPT mounting thread during installation into the machine case.