Product Details
Part Number Breakdown (21000-16-10-00-120-03-02):
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21000 – Aluminum housing assembly series
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-16 – 3300 XL 8 mm probe with connector
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-10 – 1.0 m probe cable length
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-00 – No standoff adapter
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-120 – 12.0 inch probe penetration depth
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-03 – Fittings kit (NPT plug, reducer, cable seal grip)
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-02 – 3/4-14 NPT mounting thread
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FAQs
Q1: What is the primary function of the 21000-16-10-00-120-03-02?
It is an external probe housing assembly that provides mechanical protection, precise alignment, and hazardous area certification for a 3300 XL 8 mm proximity probe. It enables external access to the probe and extension cable for gap adjustment or replacement without disassembling the machine .
Q2: What does the "-120" suffix indicate in the part number?
The -120 indicates a probe penetration depth of 12.0 inches. This is the length of the probe sleeve that extends into the machine housing to reach the measurement location .
Q3: What is the difference between the 21000 and 24701 housing assemblies?
The 21000 uses an aluminum body with a 304 stainless steel sleeve (weight: 1.1 kg typical). The 24701 uses a 303 stainless steel body with a 304 stainless steel sleeve (weight: 1.8 kg typical), making it more suitable for corrosive environments .
Q4: What hazardous area certifications does this housing hold?
The 21000 housing is CSA Type 4 certified and rated explosion-proof for Class I Divisions 1 and 2 Groups C and D, Class II Divisions 1 and 2 Groups E, F, and G, and Class III. It is also compliant with API 670 for externally mounted proximity probe housings .
Q5: What is included in the fittings option "-03"?
The -03 fittings option includes: one 3/4-14 NPT plug, one 3/4-14 to 1/2-14 NPT reducer, and one cable seal grip with grommets for cable sizes of 1/8 to 3/16 inches, 1/4 to 5/16 inches, and 5/16 to 3/8 inches.