
Product Overview
The Bently Nevada 21000-28-28-05-00-092-03-02 is a Proximity Probe Housing Assembly designed for the 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe system. It is part of the 21000 series, providing secure mounting, precise alignment, and environmental protection for proximity probes used in shaft displacement and vibration monitoring.
This housing assembly is widely applied in turbines, compressors, pumps, and generators, ensuring accurate probe positioning for reliable machinery condition monitoring.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Bently Nevada |
| Model |
21000-28-28-05-00-092-03-02 |
| Product Type |
Proximity Probe Housing Assembly |
| Series |
21000 Series |
| Compatible Probe System |
3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe |
| Housing Body Diameter |
83.3 mm |
| Weight |
1.1 kg |
| Mounting Type |
Threaded housing assembly |
| Primary Function |
Probe mounting and protection |
| Application |
Shaft vibration and displacement monitoring |
| Operating Environment |
Industrial rotating machinery |
Function and Working Principle
This housing assembly ensures accurate probe operation by:
- Providing stable and precise mechanical alignment with the rotating shaft.
- Maintaining a consistent probe-to-shaft gap critical for eddy-current measurements.
- Protecting the probe and cabling from dust, oil, moisture, and mechanical impact.
- Allowing easy installation, maintenance, and replacement without full disassembly.
While the housing is not a sensor, it is essential for the accuracy and reliability of the proximity probe.
Key Features
- Designed for Bently Nevada 3300 XL proximity probe systems
- Rugged industrial-grade construction for harsh environments
- Maintains stable and repeatable probe alignment
- Threaded mounting for secure installation
- Lightweight (1.1 kg) for ease of handling
- Corrosion-resistant material
- Modular design simplifies maintenance
Industrial Applications
- Gas and steam turbine monitoring
- Compressor shaft displacement measurement
- Pump vibration and condition monitoring
- Industrial gearbox monitoring
- Power generation rotating machinery protection
- Machinery health monitoring in oil & gas industries
Installation Overview
- Mounted on machinery casing or brackets using threaded fittings
- Houses the proximity probe aligned toward the rotating shaft
- Sealed cable fittings protect from environmental exposure
- Proper alignment ensures accurate and repeatable measurements
- Supports maintenance or probe replacement without full disassembly
Compatible Components
| Component |
Description |
| 3300 XL 8 mm Probe |
Eddy-current proximity sensor |
| 3300 XL Extension Cable |
Provides connection from probe to signal conditioning module |
| 3500 Monitoring System |
Machinery protection and monitoring platform |
| Turbine/Compressor Bracket |
Mounting point for housing assembly |
Alternative Models
| Model |
Description |
| 21000-28-28-05-00-065-00-02 |
Alternative housing assembly variant |
| 21000-28-28-05-00-064-04-02 |
Similar housing with minor configuration difference |
| 21000-28-28-05-00-050-03-02 |
Base 21000 series housing assembly |
| 21000-28-28-05-00-053-04-02 |
Extended or modified housing variant |
| 21000-28-05-35-028-00-02 |
Housing for extended probe penetration |
Key Advantages
- Ensures accurate and stable probe positioning
- Protects sensitive 3300 XL probes in harsh industrial environments
- Supports reliable and continuous machinery monitoring
- Modular design allows easy maintenance without full disassembly
- Improves precision and reliability of vibration and displacement measurements
Conclusion
The Bently Nevada 21000-28-28-05-00-092-03-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly is a robust and precise mounting solution for 3300 XL proximity probes. By providing secure installation, environmental protection, and accurate alignment, it ensures highly reliable monitoring of critical rotating machinery.