Bently Nevada 24701 Proximity Probe Housing Assembly Overview

The Bently Nevada 24701 is a proximity probe housing assembly for vibration monitoring. This assembly supports the 3300 XL 8mm probe with approval options. The Bently Nevada 24701 includes a dome cover that screws into the housing body. Threaded ports are provided for conduit connections on this assembly. A probe sleeve of optional length protects the reverse mount proximity probe. The full model number is 24701-28-10-00-070-03-02 for accurate ordering.

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

• Product Number: 24701-28-10-00-070-03-02.

• Model: 24701 - Proximity Probe Housing Assemblies.

• Manufacturer: Bently Nevada.

• Material: 303 stainless steel body with 304 stainless steel sleeve.

• Weight: 1.8 kg (4.1 lb) typical without fittings.

• Condition: New and original in factory packing.

Suffix Code Breakdown

• Probe Option with Connector: 28 = 3300 XL 8mm with approval option.

• Probe Cable Length Option: 10 = 39 inches (1.0 m).

• Standoff Adapter: 00 = No standoff adapter.

• Probe Penetration: 070 = 7 inches.

• Fittings Option: 03 (see details below).

• Mounting Thread Option: 02 = 3/4-14 NPT.

Fittings Included (Option 03)

• One 3/4-14 NPT plug.

• One 3/4-14 to 1/2-14 NPT reducer.

• One cable seal grip with grommets for the following cable sizes:

  • 1/8 to 3/16 inches.

  • 1/4 to 5/16 inches.

  • 5/16 to 3/8 inches.

Dimension Specifications

• Probe Cable Length: 1 m (39 inches).

• Maximum (C) + (D) with visible probe (P/N and S/N): 17.0 inches (43.18 mm).

• Maximum (C) + (D) Dimension: 29.2 inches (74.2 mm).

Assembly Components

The Bently Nevada 24701 consists of the following parts:

• A dome cover that screws into the body of the housing.

• Threaded ports for conduit connections.

• A probe sleeve of optional length.

• O-rings for sealing protection.

• A reverse mount proximity probe.

• A thread seal for leak prevention.

• Optional conduit fittings (option dependent).

• An optional standoff adapter (option dependent).

Installation Guide

Follow these steps to install the Bently Nevada 24701 correctly:

1. Select the correct cable seal grip grommet for your cable size.

2. Thread the probe cable through the cable seal grip assembly.

3. Mount the housing body to the machine using the 3/4-14 NPT threads.

4. Insert the reverse mount proximity probe into the probe sleeve.

5. Adjust the probe penetration to 7 inches as specified.

6. Screw the dome cover into the housing body securely.

7. Connect the conduit fittings to the threaded ports.

8. Verify the maximum (C)+(D) dimension does not exceed 29.2 inches for 24701-28-10-00-070-03-02.

Packaging List

• Bently Nevada 24701 housing body with 303 SS construction (1 unit)

• Dome cover with thread seal (1 piece)

• Probe sleeve (1 piece)

• O-rings set (1 set)

• 3300 XL 8mm reverse mount proximity probe (1 piece)

• 3/4-14 NPT plug (1 piece)

• 3/4-14 to 1/2-14 NPT reducer (1 piece)

• Cable seal grip with three grommets (1 set)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What probe is compatible with the Bently Nevada 24701 housing?
The Bently Nevada 24701 is designed for the 3300 XL 8mm reverse mount proximity probe.

2. What is the material of this housing assembly?
The housing body uses 303 stainless steel with a 304 stainless steel sleeve for durability.

3. What is the cable length on the 24701-28-10-00-070-03-02?
The probe cable length is 39 inches (1.0 meter) for this specific suffix code configuration.

4. What mounting thread does this assembly use?
The Bently Nevada 24701 uses a 3/4-14 NPT mounting thread option.

5. What fittings are included with the 24701 assembly?
The assembly includes a 3/4-14 NPT plug, a reducer, and a cable seal grip with three grommets.