Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly – 3300 XL Proximity Transducer Series
In a high-speed rotating machinery environment — turbines, compressors, pumps, and generators — the loss of accurate shaft vibration and position data is not merely an inconvenience. It is a precursor to catastrophic failure. Without a properly functioning proximity probe housing assembly, the eddy-current sensing system loses its mechanical integrity: probe positioning drifts, cable routing becomes unprotected, and the entire measurement chain is compromised. Unplanned downtime in these critical assets can cost tens of thousands of dollars per hour. The Bently Nevada 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly is the precision-engineered mechanical interface that keeps your vibration monitoring system anchored, aligned, and reliable — 24/7.
The 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02 is a purpose-built housing assembly within Bently Nevada’s globally trusted 3300 XL Proximity Transducer Series — the industry standard for continuous machinery protection in oil & gas, power generation, and heavy process industries. This part number encodes specific probe diameter, cable length, and connector configuration parameters, making it a precision-matched component for defined installation geometries. Bently Nevada (a Baker Hughes company) holds the dominant position in the global machinery protection market, and the 3300 XL Series remains the most widely deployed non-contact vibration measurement platform in critical rotating equipment worldwide.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number / SKU: 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02
- Brand: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes)
- Series: 3300 XL Proximity Transducer System
- Product Type: Proximity Probe Housing Assembly
- Sensing Technology: Eddy-Current (Non-Contact)
- Primary Measurement: Radial shaft vibration, axial position, differential expansion
- Weight: Approx. 1,080 g
- Compliance: Designed for use with API 670 machinery protection systems
- Condition: New / Surplus New / Refurbished (specify on inquiry)
Note: Detailed electrical specifications (gap voltage, sensitivity, frequency range) are defined by the matched probe and extension cable assembly. Contact Konmask.com for full system datasheet.
Key Features & Benefits
- Precision Mechanical Alignment: Ensures the probe tip is held at the correct gap distance from the shaft, maintaining measurement accuracy over long operational periods.
- Robust Industrial Construction: Engineered to withstand high-temperature, high-vibration, and chemically aggressive environments typical of turbomachinery installations.
- Integrated Cable Protection: The housing routes and protects the extension cable from mechanical damage, reducing nuisance trips caused by cable fatigue.
- Drop-in Replacement Compatibility: Designed as a direct replacement for existing 3300 XL installations — no re-wiring or re-calibration of the monitor required when replacing like-for-like.
- Reduced MTTR: Modular housing design allows field replacement without disturbing the probe-to-shaft gap setup, minimizing mean time to repair during planned outages.
- API 670 System Integrity: Maintains the mechanical integrity required for API 670-compliant machinery protection systems in critical service.
Industry & Equipment Applications
- Oil & Gas: Centrifugal compressors, gas turbines, steam turbines, expanders, and pipeline pumps in upstream, midstream, and downstream facilities.
- Power Generation: Steam turbine-generator sets, gas turbine generators, hydro turbines, and large motor-driven fans.
- Petrochemical & Refining: Reactor charge pumps, cracked gas compressors, and other API 610/617 machinery.
- Marine & Offshore: Propulsion turbines and critical auxiliary rotating equipment on FPSOs and offshore platforms.
- General Heavy Industry: Large induced/forced draft fans, boiler feed pumps, and industrial blowers requiring continuous vibration monitoring.
System Integration & Compatible Parts
The 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02 housing assembly is designed to integrate within the complete Bently Nevada 3300 XL Proximity Transducer System. Compatible and commonly co-ordered components include:
- 3300 XL 8mm Proximity Probes (e.g., 330103 series) — the sensing element inserted into the housing.
- 3300 XL Extension Cables (e.g., 330130 series) — connects probe to proximitor.
- 3300 XL Proximitor Sensors (e.g., 330180 series) — signal conditioning module.
- 3500 Series Machinery Protection System Monitors — rack-mounted monitors that process the proximitor output signal.
- Bently Nevada TK-3 Calibration Tool — for verifying probe gap and system calibration during installation.
Contact our technical team at support@konmask.com to verify compatibility with your specific monitor rack and installation geometry.
Our Quality Assurance Process
At Konmask.com, every Bently Nevada component undergoes a structured verification process before shipment:
- Authenticity Verification: Part number, date code, and manufacturer markings are cross-referenced against Bently Nevada documentation.
- Physical Inspection: Housing threads, connector interfaces, and cable entry points are inspected for damage, corrosion, or non-conformance.
- Packaging Integrity: Components are shipped in anti-static, moisture-resistant packaging with desiccant to prevent transit damage.
- Documentation: Certificate of conformance and inspection report available upon request for critical service applications.
How to Order
- Submit an Inquiry: Email support@konmask.com or call +0086 19859288691 with your part number 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02 and required quantity.
- Receive a Quote: Our team will confirm availability, lead time, and pricing within 1 business day.
- Order Confirmation: Approve the proforma invoice and confirm your shipping address and preferred freight method.
- Shipment & Tracking: We ship globally via DHL, FedEx, and UPS Express. Tracking number provided upon dispatch.
- After-Sales Support: Our engineers are available post-delivery to assist with installation questions.
Why Choose Konmask.com?
- ✅ Specialized in Industrial Automation & Machinery Protection: We focus exclusively on control system components — Bently Nevada, Emerson, ABB, Siemens, and more.
- ✅ Global B2B Supply: Serving maintenance engineers, procurement teams, and EPC contractors in 50+ countries.
- ✅ Fast Response: Dedicated technical sales team responds to all inquiries within 24 hours.
- ✅ Competitive Pricing: Direct sourcing relationships enable competitive pricing on both new and surplus inventory.
- ✅ Secure Transactions: T/T, L/C, and other B2B payment terms available for qualified buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the 21000-16-10-15-106-03-02 a new or refurbished part?
A: We stock both new/surplus-new and professionally refurbished units. Please specify your requirement when submitting an inquiry so we can provide the appropriate pricing and lead time.
Q: Can this housing assembly be used with non-Bently Nevada probes?
A: This housing is engineered specifically for the Bently Nevada 3300 XL probe series. Using non-OEM probes may compromise measurement accuracy and API 670 system compliance. We strongly recommend using matched OEM components.
Q: What is the typical lead time for this part?
A: Lead time depends on current stock levels. In-stock items typically ship within 2–5 business days. For out-of-stock items, lead time is 2–6 weeks. Contact us for real-time availability.
Q: Do you provide a warranty on this component?
A: Yes. New and surplus-new parts carry a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Refurbished parts carry a 6-month warranty. Terms and conditions apply.
Q: Can you supply the complete 3300 XL transducer system (probe + cable + proximitor)?
A: Absolutely. Konmask.com can supply complete matched sets or individual components. Please provide your installation requirements and we will configure the correct system for you.
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