Bently Nevada 14847-15 1/2-inch Sealtite® Flexible Conduit

Product Introduction

The Bently Nevada 14847-15 1/2-inch Sealtite® Flexible Conduit is a high-performance protective conduit designed to safeguard vibration and proximity transducer cabling in harsh industrial environments. Built to meet the rigorous demands of condition monitoring systems, this conduit provides a flexible yet durable housing for sensor cables, ensuring reliable operation in areas exposed to oil, moisture, dust, vibration, and extreme temperatures.

It is manufactured from robust materials that resist mechanical damage and corrosion, maintaining signal integrity and system reliability even under prolonged exposure to harsh field conditions. The 14847-15 model is a 1/2-inch diameter conduit with a length of 15 feet, designed to fit standard Bently Nevada probe and transducer installations. Its compact, sealed structure ensures tight protection and high mechanical strength, making it ideal for use in turbine monitoring, compressor protection, and other rotating machinery applications.

Product Parameters

Product Applications

The 14847-15 Sealtite® Flexible Conduit is widely used across industrial machinery and critical process systems where high reliability and mechanical protection of signal cables are essential. Common application areas include:

• Turbomachinery Systems: Provides shielding and physical protection for vibration and proximity probe cables installed on turbines, compressors, and generators.

• Power Generation Facilities: Used to route sensor cables in areas exposed to oil, moisture, or heat, ensuring safe data transmission.

• Petrochemical Plants: Protects sensitive transducer leads from chemical splashes, high humidity, and potential mechanical abrasion.

• Manufacturing Equipment: Ideal for protecting signal wiring on moving or rotating machinery where vibration and movement are present.

• Offshore and Marine Applications: Its corrosion-resistant construction allows use in marine environments and offshore platforms.

• Condition Monitoring Systems: Ensures uninterrupted signal integrity in continuous vibration monitoring and data acquisition setups.

Product Advantages

The Bently Nevada 14847-15 Sealtite® Flexible Conduit delivers a combination of mechanical durability, environmental protection, and installation flexibility. Its advantages include:

• Enhanced Cable Protection – Shields probe and transducer cables from oil, chemicals, and physical damage.

• Excellent Flexibility – Allows easy routing around machinery and tight installation spaces without compromising protection.

• High Temperature and Oil Resistance – Designed to maintain performance under prolonged exposure to industrial fluids and heat.

• Corrosion-Resistant Construction – The zinc-coated metallic core and sealed thermoplastic jacket prevent rust and degradation.

• Reliable Electrical Continuity – The metallic spiral provides consistent grounding for enhanced safety and signal stability.

• Ease of Installation – Lightweight and easy to cut or fit with standard Bently Nevada connectors.

• Reduced Maintenance Needs – Ensures long-term protection for sensor cabling, minimizing failure rates in vibration monitoring systems.

• Compliance with Industrial Standards – Meets or exceeds requirements for electrical and mechanical conduit performance in critical environments.

FAQ

1. What type of cable is compatible with the Bently Nevada 14847-15 conduit?
   The conduit is compatible with standard Bently Nevada vibration and proximity probe cables, including those used with 3300 and 330500 series systems.

2. Can this conduit be used for high-temperature environments?
   Yes, it supports continuous operation up to +105°C and short-term exposure beyond this range under controlled conditions.

3. Is the conduit electrically conductive?
   Yes, the internal metallic spiral maintains electrical continuity, providing a reliable grounding path.

4. How does the conduit protect against oil and chemical exposure?
   Its thermoplastic jacket is formulated for high resistance to oil, fuel, and various industrial chemicals.

5. Can it be installed in outdoor environments?
   Absolutely. The conduit is weather-resistant and suitable for outdoor or marine installations.

6. Does the conduit require a specific bending radius during installation?
   A minimum bend radius of 50 mm should be maintained to avoid internal damage.

7. What type of connectors should be used with this conduit?
   It is compatible with Bently Nevada’s Sealtite® connectors and standard flexible conduit fittings.

8. Is this conduit suitable for dynamic or moving machinery applications?
   Yes, it provides flexibility and durability for installations involving vibration or motion.

9. Does the conduit affect signal transmission quality?
   No, it does not interfere with signal performance; it actually helps maintain signal integrity by reducing electrical noise.

10. What is the maximum cable diameter that can fit inside this conduit?
    The internal diameter allows standard Bently Nevada probe cable assemblies up to 8 mm to pass through smoothly.

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FAQ

1. What type of cable is compatible with the Bently Nevada 14847-15 conduit?
   The conduit is compatible with standard Bently Nevada vibration and proximity probe cables, including those used with 3300 and 330500 series systems.

2. Can this conduit be used for high-temperature environments?
   Yes, it supports continuous operation up to +105°C and short-term exposure beyond this range under controlled conditions.

3. Is the conduit electrically conductive?
   Yes, the internal metallic spiral maintains electrical continuity, providing a reliable grounding path.

4. How does the conduit protect against oil and chemical exposure?
   Its thermoplastic jacket is formulated for high resistance to oil, fuel, and various industrial chemicals.

5. Can it be installed in outdoor environments?
   Absolutely. The conduit is weather-resistant and suitable for outdoor or marine installations.

6. Does the conduit require a specific bending radius during installation?
   A minimum bend radius of 50 mm should be maintained to avoid internal damage.

7. What type of connectors should be used with this conduit?
   It is compatible with Bently Nevada’s Sealtite® connectors and standard flexible conduit fittings.

8. Is this conduit suitable for dynamic or moving machinery applications?
   Yes, it provides flexibility and durability for installations involving vibration or motion.

9. Does the conduit affect signal transmission quality?
   No, it does not interfere with signal performance; it actually helps maintain signal integrity by reducing electrical noise.

10. What is the maximum cable diameter that can fit inside this conduit?
    The internal diameter allows standard Bently Nevada probe cable assemblies up to 8 mm to pass through smoothly.

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