Operating Instructions VEGAPULS 69

Operating Instructions

Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids

VEGAPULS 69

4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire

Document ID: 47247

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Contents

Contents

1 About this document

1.1 Function ........................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 Target group ..................................................................................................................... 4

1.3 Symbols used................................................................................................................... 4

2 For your safety

2.1 Authorised personnel ....................................................................................................... 5

2.2 Appropriate use ................................................................................................................ 5

2.3 Warning about incorrect use ............................................................................................. 5

2.4 General safety instructions ............................................................................................... 5

2.5 CE conformity ................................................................................................................... 6

2.6 NAMUR recommendations .............................................................................................. 6

2.7 Radio license for Europe .................................................................................................. 6

2.8 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 7

3 Product description

3.1 Configuration .................................................................................................................... 8

3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 9

3.3 Packaging, transport and storage ................................................................................... 10

3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ............................................................................... 10

4 Mounting

4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 13

4.2 Mounting versions, plastic horn antenna ........................................................................ 13

4.3 Mounting preparations, mounting strap .......................................................................... 16

4.4 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 16

5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 27

5.2 Connecting ..................................................................................................................... 27

5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing.............................................................................. 29

5.4 Wiring plan, double chamber housing ............................................................................ 30

5.5 Double chamber housing Ex d ....................................................................................... 32

5.6 Wiring plan, double chamber housing Ex d ia ................................................................ 33

5.7 Double chamber housing with DIS-ADAPT .................................................................... 34

5.8 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar ........................................................................... 35

5.9 Switch-on phase............................................................................................................. 35

6 Set up with the display and adjustment module

6.1 Insert display and adjustment module ............................................................................ 36

6.2 Adjustment system ......................................................................................................... 37

6.3 Measured value indication - Selection national language ............................................... 38

6.4 Parameter adjustment - Quick setup .............................................................................. 39

6.5 Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment................................................................ 40

6.6 Saving the parameter adjustment data ........................................................................... 54

7 Setup with PACTware

7.1 Connect the PC .............................................................................................................. 56

7.2 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 57

7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data ........................................................................... 58

8 Set up with other systems

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8.1 DD adjustment programs ............................................................................................... 59

8.2 Field Communicator 375, 475 ........................................................................................ 59

9 Diagnosis, asset management and service

9.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 60

9.2 Measured value and event memory ............................................................................... 60

9.3 Asset Management function ........................................................................................... 61

9.4 Rectify faults ................................................................................................................... 65

9.5 Exchanging the electronics module ................................................................................ 68

9.6 Software update ............................................................................................................. 69

9.7 How to proceed if a repair is needed .............................................................................. 69

10 Dismount

10.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 70

10.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 70

11 Supplement

11.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 71

11.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 79

Safety instructions for Ex areas

Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved instruments.

Editing status:2014-05-22

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1 About this document

1 About this document

1.1 Function

This operating instructions manual provides all the information you need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance and fault rectification. Please read this information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.

1.2 Target group

This operating instructions manual is directed to trained specialist personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to these personnel and put into practice by them.

1.3 Symbols used

Information, tip, note

This symbol indicates helpful additional information.

Caution: If this warning is ignored, faults or malfunctions can result.

Warning: If this warning is ignored, injury to persons and/or serious damage to the instrument can result.

Danger: If this warning is ignored, serious injury to persons and/or destruction of the instrument can result.

Ex applications

This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.

•

List

The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.

→

Action

This arrow indicates a single action.

1 Sequence of actions

Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.

Battery disposal

This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of batteries and accumulators.


2 For your safety

2 For your safety

2.1 Authorised personnel

All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant operator.

During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn.

2.2 Appropriate use

VEGAPULS 69 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.

You can find detailed information about the area of application in chapter "Product description".

Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used according to the specifications in the operating instructions manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.

2.3 Warning about incorrect use

Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to application-specific hazards, e.g. vessel overfill or damage to system components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.

2.4 General safety instructions

This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing regulations and guidelines. The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and reliable condition. The operator is responsible for the trouble-free operation of the instrument.

During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regulations.

The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the national installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and accident prevention rules must be observed by the user.

For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbitrary conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden.

The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also be observed.

Depending on the instrument version, the emitting frequencies are in the C or K band range. The low emitting frequencies are far below the internationally approved limit values. When used correctly, there is no danger to health.


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2 For your safety

2.5 CE conformity

The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By affixing the CE marking, we confirm successful testing of the product.

You can find the CE Certificate of Conformity in the download section of our homepage.

Electromagnetic compatibility

Instruments in four-wire or Ex-d-ia version are designed for use in an industrial environment. Nevertheless, electromagnetic interference from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into account, as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326-

1. If the instrument is used in a different environment, the electromagnetic compatibility to other instruments must be ensured by suitable measures.

2.6 NAMUR recommendations

NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are accepted as the standard in field instrumentation.

The device fulfills the requirements of the following NAMUR recommendations:

• NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment

NE 43 – Signal level for malfunction information from measuring transducers

• NE 53 – Compatibility of field devices and display/adjustment components

• NE 107 – Self-monitoring and diagnosis of field devices

For further information see www.namur.de.

2.7 Radio license for Europe

The instrument meets the LPR (Level Probing Radar) radio standard

EN 302729-1/2.

It is approved for unrestricted use inside and outside of closed vessels in countries of the EU and EFTA that have implemented this standard.

For operation outside of closed vessels, the following conditions must be fulfilled:

• The installation must be carried out by trained qualified personnel

The instrument must be stationary mounted and the antenna directed vertically downward

• The mounting location must be at least 4 km away from the radio astronomy stations, unless special permission was granted by the responsible national approval authority

• When installed within 4 to 40 km of a radio astronomy station, the instrument must not be mounted higher than 15 m above the ground.


2 For your safety

You can find a list with the respective radio astronomy stations in chapter "Supplement".

2.8 Environmental instructions

Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties.

That is why we have introduced an environment management system with the goal of continuously improving company environmental protection. The environment management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001.

Please help us fulfill this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual:

• Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"

Chapter "Disposal"


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3 Product description

Type label

Serial number - Instrument search

3 Product description

3.1 Configuration

The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument:

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2

3

4

7

8

9

5

6

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Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example)

1 Instrument type

2 Product code

3 Approvals

4 Power supply and signal output, electronics

5 Protection rating

6 Measuring range

7 Process and ambient temperature, process pressure

8 Material, wetted parts

9 Hardware and software version

10 Order number

11 Serial number of the instrument

12 Data-Matrix-Code for Smartphone-App

13 Symbol of the device protection class

14 ID numbers, instrument documentation

15 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation

16 Notified authority for CE marking

17 Approval directive

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The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it you can find the following instrument data on our homepage:

• Product code (HTML)

Delivery date (HTML)

• Order-specific instrument features (HTML)

Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of shipment (PDF)

• Order-specific sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML)

• Test certificate (PDF) - optional

Go to www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "Instrument search". Enter the serial number.

Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone:


Scope of this operating instructions manual

Scope of delivery

Application area

Functional principle


• Download the smartphone app "VEGA Tools" from the "Apple App

Store" or the "Google Play Store"

• Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or

Enter the serial number manually in the app

This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions:

• Hardware version from 1.0.0

Software version from 1.0.1

The scope of delivery encompasses:

• Radar sensor

• Documentation

– Quick setup guide VEGAPULS 69

– Instructions for optional instrument features

– Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)

– if necessary, further certificates

• DVD "Software & Documents", containing

– Operating instructions

– Safety instructions

– PACTware/DTM-Collection

– Driver software

Information:

In this operating instructions manual, the optional instrument features are described. The respective scope of delivery results from the order specification.

3.2 Principle of operation

The VEGAPULS 69 is a radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids even under the most difficult process conditions and in wide measuring ranges.

It is ideal for use in high, slender silos, with poorely reflection bulk solids such as flyash, plastic granules or wood chips as well as strong false reflections by installations. This is made possible thanks to the functional principle, a distance measurement through frequency shifting with a particularly small antenna opening angle.

The instrument is available with different antenna systems and equipment for virtually all applications and processes:

• Plastic horn antenna or metal jacketed lens antenna

Optional or integrated rinsing air connection

• Swivelling holder with seal against the process

The instrument emits a continuous radar signal via its antenna. This signal is frequency modulated with a sawtooth form. The emitted signal is reflected by the medium and received by the antenna as echo.

The frequency of the received signal always deviates from the actual emitting frequency. The frequency difference is proportional to the distance and thus to the filling height. This difference is calculated



Packaging

Transport

Transport inspection

Storage

Storage and transport temperature

PLICSCOM

VEGACONNECT

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3.3 Packaging, transport and storage

Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test based on ISO 4180.

The packaging of standard instruments consists of environmentfriendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE foil is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies.

Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on the transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause damage to the device.

The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.

Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the outside.

Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under the following conditions:

• Not in the open

Dry and dust free

• Not exposed to corrosive media

Protected against solar radiation

• Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration

• Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -

Technical data - Ambient conditions"

• Relative humidity 20 … 85 %

3.4 Accessories and replacement parts

The display and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured value indication, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be inserted into the sensor or the external display and adjustment unit and removed at any time.

You can find further information in the operating instructions "Display

and adjustment module PLICSCOM" (Document-ID 27835).

The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. For parameter adjustment of these instruments, the adjustment software

PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required.

You can find further information in the operating instructions "Interface

adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).



VEGADIS 81

DIS-ADAPT

The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics ® sensors.

For sensors with double chamber housing the interface adapter "DIS-

ADAPT" is also required for VEGADIS 81.

You can find further information in the operating instructions "VE-

GADIS 81" (Document-ID 43814).

The adapter "DIS-ADAPT" is an accessory part for sensors with double chamber housings. It enables the connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor housing via an M12 x 1 plug.

You can find further information in the supplementary instructions

"Adapter DISADAPT" (Document-ID 45250).

VEGADIS 82

PLICSMOBILE T61

PLICSMOBILE

Protective cap

VEGADIS 82 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HART protocol. It is looped into the 4 … 20 mA/HART signal cable.

You can find further information in the operating instructions "VE-

GADIS 82" (Document-ID 45300).

PLICSMOBILE T61 is an external GSM/GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjustment of plics ® sensors. Adjustment is carried out via PACTware/DTM and the integrated USB connection.


"PLICSMOBILE T61" (Document-ID 37700).

PLICSMOBILE is an internal GSM/GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjustment of plics ® sensors. Adjustment is carried out via PACTware/DTM and the integrated USB connection.


"PLICSMOBILE GSM/GPRS radio module" (Document-ID 36849).

The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and intense heat from solar radiation.

You will find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual "Protective cover" (Document-ID 34296).

Flanges Screwed flanges are available in different versions according to the following standards: DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, BS 10, ANSI B 16.5,

JIS B 2210-1984, GOST 12821-80.

You can find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual "Flanges according to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS" (Document-ID

31088).

Flanges with plastic horn antenna

For mounting the instrument with plastic horn antenna to a socket, two flange versions are available: the combi compression flange and the adapter flange

You can find additional information in chapter "Mounting" of this operating instruction.



Mounting strap with plastic horn antenna

A mounting strap is available for mounting the instrument with plastic horn antenna to the wall or ceiling.

You can find additional information in chapter "Mounting" of this operating instruction.

Electronics module

Supplementary electronics for double chamber housing

Electronics module "VEGAPULS series 60" is a replacement part for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60. A different version is available for each type of signal output.

You can find further information in the operating instructions "Elec-

tronics module VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 36801).

The supplementary electronics is a replacement part for sensors with double chamber housing and 4 … 20 mA/HART - two-wire.

You can find further information in the operating instructions "Supple-

mentary electronics for 4 … 20 mA/HART - two-wire" (Document-ID

42764).

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4 Mounting

Protection against moisture

4 Mounting

4.1 General instructions

Protect your instrument against moisture ingress through the following measures:

• Use the recommended cable (see chapter "Connecting to power

supply")

• Tighten the cable gland

Loop the connection cable downward in front of the cable gland

This applies particularly to:

• Outdoor mounting

Installations in areas where high humidity is expected (e.g. through cleaning processes)

• Installations on cooled or heated vessels

Suitability for the process conditions

Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process are suitable for the existing process conditions.

These are mainly:

• Active measuring component

Process fitting

Process seal

Process conditions are particularly:

• Process pressure

Process temperature

Chemical properties of the medium

• Abrasion and mechanical influences

You can find the specifications of the process conditions in chapter

"Technical data" as well as on the type label.

Mounting strap

Mounting strap - Ceiling mounting

4.2 Mounting versions, plastic horn antenna

The optional mounting strap allows simple mounting of the instrument on a wall, ceiling or boom. Especially with open vessels, this is a simple and effective way to align the sensor to the surface of the bulk solid material.

The following versions are available:

•

Length 300 mm

Length 170 mm

The instrument is normally mounted with a strap vertically on the ceiling.

This allows swivelling the sensor up to 180° for optimal orientation and rotating for optimal connection.


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Fig. 2: Ceiling mounting via the mounting strap with length 300 mm

Mounting strap - Wall mounting

Fig. 3: Rotating with ceil mounting

As an alternative the strap mounting is carried out horizontally or obliquely.

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Fig. 4: Wall mounting horizontally via the mounting strap with length 170 mm


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Flange

Fig. 5: Wall mounting with inclined wall via the mounting strap with length

300 mm

Two versions are available for mounting the instrument on a socket:

• Combi compression flange fitting to DN 80 (ASME 3" and JIS 80)

• Adapter flange from DN 100 (ASME 4" or JIS 100)

In the case of instruments with single chamber housing, the compression flange can be passed directly over the housing. With double chamber housings, a later mounting this way is not possible, the mounting method must be specified when ordering.

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Fig. 6: Combi compression flange

1 Combi compression flange


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Polarisation

1

2

3

Fig. 7: Adapter flange

1 Connection screw

2 Adapter flange

3 Process seal

You can find drawings of these mounting options in chapter "Dimen-

sions".

4.3 Mounting preparations, mounting strap

The strap is supplied unassembled and must be screwed to the sensor before setup with three hexagon screws M5 x 10 and spring washers. Max. torque, see chapter "Technical data". Required tools:

Allen wrench size 4.

There are two ways to screw the strap onto the sensor. Depending on the selected version, the sensors can be swivelled in the strap as follows:

• Single chamber housing

– Angle of inclination 180°, infinitely variable

– Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180°

• Double chamber housing

– Angle of inclination 90°, infinitely variable

– Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90°

4.4 Mounting instructions

Radar sensors for level measurement emit electromagnetic waves.

The polarization is the direction of the electrical component of these waves.

The polarization direction is marked by a nose on the housing, see following drawing:


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Installation position

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Fig. 8: Position of the polarisation

1 Nose for marking the direction of polarisation

Information:

When the housing is rotated, the direction of polarization changes and hence the influence of the false echo on the measured value.

Please keep this in mind when mounting or making changes later.

Mount the sensor at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from the vessel wall.

Inflowing medium

200 mm

(7.87")

Fig. 9: Mounting the radar sensor on the vessel top

If you cannot maintain this distance, you should carry out a false signal storage during setup. This applies particularly if buildup on the vessel wall is expected. In such cases, we recommend repeating the false signal storage at a later date with existing buildup.

The instrument should not be mounted too close to the inflowing medium, as the microwave signal could be disrupted.

Silo with filling from top

The optimal mounting position is opposite the filling aperture. To avoid heavy soiling, the distance to any filter or dust exhauster should be as large as possible.


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Fig. 10: Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium

Silo with lateral filling

In bulk solids silos with lateral pneumatic filling the instrument should not be mounted above the filling stream, as the microwave signal will be disrupted. The optimal mounting position is next to the filling aperture. To avoid heavy soiling, the distance to any filter or dust exhauster should be as large as possible.


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Type of socket

Fig. 11: Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium

Information:

The mounting socket should be as short as possible and its end rounded. This reduces false echoes from the vessel mounting socket.

Fig. 12: Recommended socket mounting f the medium has good reflective properties, you can also mount the

VEGAPULS 69 on longer sockets. Approximate socket heights are shown in the following illustration.

Information:

When mounting on longer sockets, we recommend carrying out a false echo storage (see chapter "Parameter adjustment").


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Orientation d

The below charts specify the max. socket piece h depending on the diameter d.

Socket diameter d

80 mm

100 mm

150 mm

Socket length h

≤ 200 mm

≤ 300 mm

≤ 500 mm

4"

6"

Socket diameter d

3"

Socket length h

≤ 7.87 in

≤ 11.8 in

≤ 19.7 in

In order to measure as much of the vessel volume as possible, the sensor should be aligned so that the measuring beam reaches the lowest level in the vessel. In a cylindrical silo with conical outlet, the sensor is mounted anywhere from one third to one half of the vessel radius from outside wall (see following drawing).


r

/ r...

/ r

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Fig. 14: Mounting position and orientation

With the help of an optional swivelling holder, the sensor can be easily aligned to the vessel centre. The necessary angle of inclination depends on the vessel dimensions. It can be easily checked with a suitable bubble tube or mechanic's level on the sensor.


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α

22 a

Fig. 15: Proposal for installation after orientation VEGAPULS 69

The following table shows the necessary angle of inclination. It depends on the measuring distance and the distance "a" between vessel centre and installation position.

4° 6° 8° 10°

50

60

70

30

35

40

45

15

20

25

4

6

8

10

Distance d

(m)

2

2°

0.1

0.1

0.2

0.3

0.3

0.5

0.7

0.9

1.7

2.1

2.4

1

1.2

1.4

1.6

7

8.4

9.7

4.2

4.9

5.6

6.3

1.1

1.4

2.1

2.8

3.5

0.3

0.6

0.8

5.3

6.3

7.3

3.2

3.7

4.2

4.7

0.8

1.1

1.6

2.1

2.6

0.2

0.4

0.6

3.5

4.2

4.9

2.1

2.4

2.8

3.1

0.6

0.7

1.0

1.4

1.7

0.1

0.3

0.4

5.3

6.2

7.1

7.9

8.8

10.5

12.2

1.4

1.8

2.6

3.5

4.4

0.4

0.7

1.1


Vessel installations

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Distance d

(m)

2°

80

90

100

110

2.8

3.1

3.5

3.8

4°

5.6

6.3

7

7.7

6°

8.4

9.4

10.5

11.5

8°

11.1

12.5

13.9

15.3

10°

13.9

15.6

17.4

19.1

120

Example:

4.2

8.4

12.5

16.7

20.8

In a vessel 20 m high, the installation position of the sensor is 1.4 m from the vessel centre.

The necessary angle of inclination of 4° can be read out from this chart.

Proceed as follows to adjust the angle of inclination with the swivelling holder:

1. Loosen the six clamping screws on the swivelling holder with a size 5 Allen wrench.

2. Align the sensor, check angle of inclination

Information:

The max. angle of inclination of the swivelling holder is approx. 10°

3. Tighten the clamping screws, torque max. 8 Nm.

The mounting location of the radar sensor should be a place where no other equipment or fixtures cross the path of the microwave signals.

Vessel installations, such as e.g. ladders, limit switches, heating spirals, struts, etc., can cause false echoes and impair the useful echo.

Make sure when planning your measuring site that the radar sensor has a "clear view" to the measured product.

In case of existing vessel installations, a false echo storage should be carried out during setup.

If large vessel installations such as struts or supports cause false echoes, these can be attenuated through supplementary measures.

Small, inclined sheet metal baffles above the installations scatter the radar signals and prevent direct interfering reflections.

Material heaps

Fig. 16: Cover flat, large-area profiles with deflectors

Large material heaps are best measured with several instruments, which can be mounted on e.g. traverse cranes. For this type of application it is advantageous to orient the sensor perpendicular to the bulk solid surface.


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The sensors do not influence each other.

Information:

Keep in mind that for these applications, the sensors are designed for relatively slow level changes. If the sensor is used on a movable boom, the max. measuring rate must be observed (see chapter

"Technical data").

Mounting in the vessel insulation

Fig. 17: Radar sensors on traverse crane

Instruments for a temperature range up to 200° C have a spacer between process fitting and electronics housing. This spacer is used to thermally decouple the electronics from the high process temperatures.

Information:

The spacer may only be incorporated up to a maximum of 50 mm into the vessel insulation. Only then is a reliable temperature decoupling guaranteed.

1

2

3

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Fig. 18: Mounting the instrument on insulated vessels.

1 Electronics housing

2 Spacer

3 Vessel insulation


Mounting in multiple chamber silo

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The walls of multiple-chamber silos are often made of profile material, e.g. profile sheeting, to ensure the required stability. If the radar sensor is mounted very close to a heavily structured vessel wall, substantial interfering reflections can be generated. Thus the sensor should be mounted at the largest possible distance from the separating wall.

The best mounting location is on the outer wall of the silo, with the sensor pointing towards the discharge opening in the silo centre. This can be accomplished, for example, with the mounting strap.

Fig. 19: Installation and orientation in multiple chamber silos

Dust deposits

Fig. 20: Installation and orientation in multiple chamber silos

To avoid heavy buildup and dust on the antenna, the sensor should not be mounted close to the dust exhauster inside the vessel.


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To avoid buildup, especially with strong condensation, air rinsing is recommended.

The VEGAPULS 69 with plastic horn antenna is optionally available with rinsing air connection. The mechanical configuration differs according to the flange version.

Fig. 21: Rinsing air connection with compression flange

Fig. 22: Rinsing air connection with adapter flange

The VEGAPULS 69 with metal jacketed lens antenna is equipped with a rinsing air connection as a standard feature.


Safety instructions

Voltage supply

5 Connecting to power supply

5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection

Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:

• Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage

If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should be installed

Power supply and current signal are carried on the same two-wire cable. The operating voltage can differ depending on the instrument version.

The data for power supply are specified in chapter "Technical data".

Provide a reliable separation between the supply circuit and the mains circuits according to DIN EN 61140 VDE 0140-1.

Keep in mind the following additional factors that influence the operating voltage:

• Lower output voltage of the power supply unit under nominal load

(e.g. with a sensor current of 20.5 mA or 22 mA in case of fault)

• Influence of additional instruments in the circuit (see load values in chapter "Technical data")

Connection cable

Cable gland ½ NPT

Cable screening and grounding

Connection technology

The instrument is connected with standard two-wire cable without screen. If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the test values of EN 61326-1 for industrial areas, screened cable should be used.

Use cable with round cross section for instruments with housing and cable gland. To ensure the seal effect of the cable gland (IP protection rating), find out which cable outer diameter the cable gland is suitable for.

Use a cable gland fitting the cable diameter.

We generally recommend the use of screened cable for HART multidrop mode.

With plastic housing, the NPT cable gland or the Conduit steel tube must be screwed without grease into the threaded insert.

Max. torque for all housings see chapter "Technical data".

If screened cable is required, we recommend connecting the cable screen on both ends to ground potential. In the sensor, the screen must be connected directly to the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal on the outside of the housing must be connected to the ground potential (low impedance).

With Ex systems, the grounding is carried out according to the installation regulations.

5.2 Connecting

The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the springloaded terminals in the housing.



Connection procedure

Connection to the display and adjustment module or to the interface adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing.

Information:

The terminal block is pluggable and can be removed from the electronics. To do this, lift the terminal block with a small screwdriver and pull it out. When reinserting the terminal block, you should hear it snap in.

Proceed as follows:

1. Unscrew the housing cover

2. If a display and adjustment module is installed, remove it by turning it slightly to the left.

3. Loosen compression nut of the cable entry gland

4. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip approx.

1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of the individual wires

5. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry

Fig. 23: Connection steps 5 and 6 - Single chamber housing



Fig. 24: Connection steps 5 and 6 - Double chamber housing

6. Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan

Information:

Solid cores as well as flexible cores with wire end sleeves are inserted directly into the terminal openings. In case of flexible cores without end sleeves, press the terminal from above with a small screwdriver, the terminal opening is then free. When the screwdriver is released, the terminal closes again.

You can find further information on the max. wire cross-section under

"Technical data/Electromechanical data"

7. Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them

8. Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation

9. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland. The seal ring must completely encircle the cable

10. Reinsert the display and adjustment module, if one was installed

11. Screw the housing cover back on

The electrical connection is finished.

5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing

The following illustration applies to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version.



Electronics and terminal compartment

2

4...20mA

3

+ 1 2 (-) 5 6 7 8 4

1

Fig. 25: Electronics and terminal compartment, single chamber housing

1 Voltage supply, signal output

2 For display and adjustment module or interface adapter

3 For external display and adjustment unit

4 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen

Electronics compartment

5.4 Wiring plan, double chamber housing

The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version.

2

4...20mA

+ 1 2 (-)

1

5 6 7 8

1

Fig. 26: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing

1 Internal connection to the connection compartment


Information:

Connection of an external display and adjustment unit through the electronics compartment is not possible with this double chamber housing.


Terminal compartment


2

4...20mA

Display

3


- Radio module PLICS-

MOBILE

+ 1 2 (-) 5 6 7 8

4

1

Fig. 27: Terminal compartment, double chamber housing





Information:

Parallel use of an external display and adjustment unit and a display and adjustment module in the terminal compartment is not supported.

SIM-Card

Status

Test

USB

+ 1 2 (-)

1

Fig. 28: Terminal compartment, radio module PLICSMOBILE

1 Voltage supply

You can find detailed information on connection in the supplementary instructions "PLICSMOBILE GSM/GPRS radio module".




5.5 Double chamber housing Ex d

2

4...20mA


+ 1 2 (-)

1

5 6 7 8

1

Fig. 29: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing Ex d

1 Internal connection to the terminal compartment


2

4...20mA

3

+ 1 2 (-) 5 6 7 8 4

1

Fig. 30: Terminal compartment, double chamber housing





Information:

The use of an external display and adjustment unit and a display and adjustment module in parallel in the connection compartment is not supported.




5.6 Wiring plan, double chamber housing Ex d ia

2

4...20mA


+ 1 2 (-)

1

5 6 7 8

3

Fig. 31: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing Ex d ia

1 Internal connection to the connection compartment


3 Internal connection to the plug connector for external display and adjustment unit (optional)

Note:

HART multidrop mode is not possible when using an Ex-d-ia instrument.

4...20mA

Plug M12 x 1 for external display and adjustment unit

+ 1 2 (-)

1

Fig. 32: Terminal compartment, double chamber housing Ex d ia



4 3

2 1

Fig. 33: Top view of the plug connector

1 Pin 1

2 Pin 2

3 Pin 3

4 Pin 4


2

33


Contact pin

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

Pin 4

Colour connection cable in the sensor

Brown

White

Blue

Black

7

8

5

6

Terminal, electronics module


5.7 Double chamber housing with DIS-ADAPT

1

2

3

Assignment of the plug connector

Fig. 34: View to the electronics compartment with DISADAPT for connection of the external display and adjustment unit

1 DIS-ADAPT

2 Internal plug connection

3 Plug connector M12 x 1

4 3

1 2

Fig. 35: View to the plug connector M12 x 1

1 Pin 1

2 Pin 2

3 Pin 3

4 Pin 4

Contact pin

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

Pin 4

Colour connection cable in the sensor

Brown

White

Blue

Black

7

8

5

6

Terminal, electronics module


Wire assignment, connection cable


5.8 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar

1

2

Fig. 36: Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable

1 brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system

2 Shielding

5.9 Switch-on phase

After connecting the instrument to power supply or after a voltage recurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30 s:

• Internal check of the electronics

Indication of the instrument type, hardware and software version, measurement loop name on the display or PC

• Indication of the status message "F 105 Determine measured

value" on the display or PC

• The output signal jumps to the set fault current

As soon as a plausible measured value is found, the corresponding current is outputted to the signal cable. The value corresponds to the actual level as well as the settings already carried out, e.g. factory setting.


6 Set up with the display and adjustment module

6 Set up with the display and adjustment module

6.1 Insert display and adjustment module

The display and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed again at any time. You can choose any one of four different positions - each displaced by 90°. It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply.

Proceed as follows:

1. Unscrew the housing cover

2. Place the display and adjustment module in the requested position onto the electronics and turn to the right until it snaps in

3. Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on

Disassembly is carried out in reverse order.

The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an additional connection is not necessary.

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Fig. 37: Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compartment of the single chamber housing



1 2

Fig. 38: Insertion of the display and adjustment module into the double chamber housing

1 In the electronics compartment

2 In the terminal compartment (with Ex-d-ia version not possible)

Note:

If you intend to retrofit the instrument with a display and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication, a higher cover with an inspection glass is required.

6.2 Adjustment system

1

2

Key functions

Fig. 39: Display and adjustment elements

1 LC display

2 Adjustment keys

• [OK] key:

– Move to the menu overview



– Confirm selected menu

– Edit parameter

– Save value

• [->] key:

– Presentation, change measured value

– Select list entry

– Select editing position

• [+] key:

– Change value of the parameter

• [ESC] key:

– Interrupt input

– Jump to next higher menu

Adjustment system

Measured value indication

The instrument is adjusted via the four keys of the display and adjustment module. The LC display indicates the individual menu items. The functions of the individual keys are shown in the above illustration.

Approx. 60 minutes after the last pressing of a key, an automatic reset to measured value indication is triggered. Any values not confirmed with [OK] will not be saved.

6.3 Measured value indication - Selection national language

With the [->] key you move between three different indication modes.

In the first view, the selected measured value is displayed in large digits.

In the second view, the selected measured value and a corresponding bar graph presentation are displayed.

In the third view, the selected measured value as well as a second selectable value, e.g. the temperature of the electronics, are displayed.

Selection of national language

During the initial setup of an instrument shipped Ex works,use the

"OK" key to get to the menu "National language".

This menu item is used to select the national language for further parameter adjustment. You can change the selection via the menu item

"Setup - Display, Menu language".

With the "OK" key you move to the main menu.



6.4 Parameter adjustment - Quick setup

To quickly and easily adapt the sensor to the application, select the menu item "Quick setup" in the start graphic on the display and adjustment module.

Carry out the following steps in the below sequence.

You can find "Extended adjustment" in the next sub-chapter.

1. Measurement loop name

In the first menu item you assign a suitable measurement loop name.

Permitted are names with max. 19 characters.

2. Medium

In this menu item you select the type of bulk solid. The selection comprises different granulate sizes.

3. Application/Vessel bottom

In this menu item you specify the application and the form of the vessel bottom.

4. Vessel height/Measuring range

In this menu item you enter the height of the vessel and hence the active measuring range.

5. Max. adjustment

In this menu item you carry out the max. adjustment.

Enter the measuring distance for 100 % filling.



6. Min. adjustment

In this menu item you carry out the max. adjustment.

Enter the measuring distance for 100 % filling.

Main menu

The quick setup is finished.

6.5 Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment

The main menu is divided into five sections with the following functions:

Setup - Measurement loop name

Setup: Settings, e.g., for measurement loop name, units, application, adjustment, signal output

Display: Settings, e.g., for language, measured value display, lighting

Diagnosis: Information, for example, of device status, peak value, simulation, echo curve

Additional adjustments: Date/Time, reset, copy function, scaling, current output, false signal suppression, linearization, HART mode, special parameters

Info: Instrument name, hardware and software version, calibration date, instrument features

In the main menu point "Setup", the individual submenu points should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct parameters to ensure optimum adjustment of the measurement. The procedure is described in the following.

Here you can assign a suitable measurement loop name. Push the

"OK" key to start the processing. With the "+" key you change the sign and with the "->" key you jump to the next position.

You can enter names with max. 19 characters. The character set comprises:

• Capital letters from A … Z

Numbers from 0 … 9

• Special characters + - / _ blanks

Setup - Units

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In this menu item you select the distance unit and the temperature unit.



Setup - Application

For the distance units you can choose between m, in and ft and for the temperature units °C, °F and K.

With this menu item, the sensor can be optimally adapted to the application, the installation location or the measurement conditions. It includes selection options for medium, application as well as vessel height/measuring range.

Medium:

Every medium has a different reflective behaviour. With this selection, the sensor can be perfectly adapted to the medium and measurement reliability, particularly with media with poor reflective properties, is considerably increased.

Application:

Depending on the type of bulk solids application, material cones and additional echoes from the vessel wall or bottom can become further interfering factors. Through this selection, the sensor is adapted perfectly to the application.

Vessel height/Measuring range:

The VEGAPULS 69 is a radar sensor for bulk solids in high, slender vessels. For this reason, it covers a measuring range of up to 120 m.

This menu item allows a limitation of the active measuring range in which the sensor searches for level echoes.



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Information:

The min. adjustment must be carried out independently of this.

The following features form the basis of the applications:

Silo (slender and high):

• Vessel of metal: weld joints

Process/measurement conditions:

– Filling aperture too close to the sensor

– System noise in completely empty silo increased

• Properties, sensor:

– Stable measured values through higher averaging

– False signal suppression during setup recommended, required for automatic false signal suppression

– Automatic false signal suppression with partly filled vessel 1)

Bunker (large-volume):

• Vessel of concrete or metal:

– Structured vessel walls

– Installations present

• Process/measurement conditions:

– Large distance to the medium

– Large angles of repose


– Mean averaging

– High measured value jumps are accepted

Bunker with fast filling:

• Vessel of concrete or metal, also multiple chamber silo:

– Structured vessel walls

– Installations present


– Measured value jumps, e.g. through truck loading




– Lower averaging

– Very high measured value jumps are accepted

Heap:

• Sensor mounting on movable conveyor belts

Detection of the heap profile

Height detection during filling


– Measured value jumps, e.g. by the profile of the heap or traverses


– Measurement near the filling stream


1) The instrument recognizes if a manual false signal suppression was carried out with empty vessel and high system noise. An automatic false signal suppression is then carried out if a product echo was detected at the beginning of the filling process.


Setup - Adjustment


– Mean averaging

– High measured value jumps are accepted

Crusher:

• Vessel: installations, wear and protective facilities available

Process/measurement conditions:

– Measured value jumps, e.g. by truck loading

– Fast reaction time



– Little averaging

– Max. reaction speed, very high measured value jumps are accepted

Demonstration:

• Adjustment for all applications which are not typically level measurement

– Instrument demonstration

– Object recognition/monitoring (additional settings required)


– Sensor accepts all measured value changes within the measuring range immediately

– High sensitivity against interferences, because virtually no averaging

Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys, save your settings with [OK] and jump to the next menu item with the [ESC] and the [->] key.

Since the radar sensor is a distance measuring instrument, the distance from the sensor to the product surface is measured. For indication of the real level, an allocation of the measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out.

To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty vessel, see the following example:



35 m (1378

3

100% 2

0% 1

Setup - Max. adjustment

Fig. 40: Parameter adjustment example min./max. adjustment

1 Min. level = max. meas. distance

2 Max. level = min. meas. distance

3 Reference plane

If these values are not known, an adjustment with the distances of for example 10 % and 90 % is possible. Starting point for these distance specifications is always the seal surface of the thread or flange. You can find specifications of the reference plane in chapter "Technical

data". By means of these settings, the real level will be calculated.

The real product level during this adjustment is not important, because the min./max. adjustment is always carried out without changing the product level. These settings can be made ahead of time without the instrument having to be installed.

Proceed as follows:

1. Select with [->] the menu item "Max. adjustment" and confirm with [OK].

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2. Prepare the percentage value for editing with [OK] and set the cursor to the requested position with [->].

3. Set the requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK].

The cursor jumps now to the distance value.



Setup - Min. adjustment

4. For the full vessel, enter the distance value in m matching the percentage value.

5. Save settings with [OK] and move with [ESC] and [->] to the min. adjustment.

Proceed as follows:

1. Select with [->] the menu item "Min. adjustment" and confirm with

[OK].

2. Edit the percentage value with [OK] and set the cursor to the requested position with [->].

3. Set the requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK].

The cursor jumps now to the distance value.

Setup - Damping

4. Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel (e.g. distance from the sensor to the vessel bottom) corresponding to the percentage value.

To damp process-dependent measured value fluctuations, set an integration time of 0 … 999 s in this menu item.

Setup - Current output mode

The default setting is a damping of 0 s.

In the menu item "Current output mode" you determine the output characteristics and reaction of the current output in case of failure.

The default setting is output characteristics 4 … 20 mA, failure mode

< 3.6 mA.



Setup - Current output

Min./Max.

In the menu item "Current output Min./Max.", you determine the reaction of the current output during operation.

Lock/unlock setup - Adjustment

The default setting is min. current 3.8 mA and max. current 20.5 mA.

In the menu item "Lock/unlock adjustment", you can protect the sensor parameters against unauthorized modification. The PIN is activated/deactivated permanently.

The following adjustment functions are possible without entering the

PIN:

• Select menu items and show data

Read data from the sensor into the display and adjustment module.

Display - Language

Caution:

With active PIN, adjustment via PACTware/DTM as well as other systems is also blocked.

This menu item enables the setting of the requested national language.

The following languages are available:

• German

English

French

• Spanish

Russian

• Italian

Dutch

• Portuguese

Polish

• Czech

Turkish

In the delivery status, the VEGAPULS 69 is set to the ordered national language.

Display - Displayed value

1 and 2

In this menu item you can define the indication of the measured values on the display.



Display - Backlight

The default setting for the display value is "Percent".

The display and adjustment module has a backlight for the display.

In this menu item you can switch on the lighting. You can find the required operating voltage in chapter "Technical data".

Diagnostics - Device status

The lighting is switched off in delivery status.

In this menu item, the device status is displayed.

Diagnosis - Peak value The min. and max. measured value, the measurement reliability as well as the min. and max. electronics temperature are stored in the sensor. The values are displayed in the menu item "Peak value".

A reset menu is opened with the [OK] key in the respective peak value window:

Diagnostics - Echo curve

With the [OK] key, the peak values are reset to the actual measured value.

The "Echo curve" shows the signal strength of the echoes over the measuring range in dB. The signal strength enables an evaluation of the quality of the measurement.



The selected curve is continuously updated. A submenu with zoom functions is opened with the [OK] key:

• "X-Zoom": Zoom function for the meas. distance

"Y-Zoom": 1, 2, 5 and 10x signal magnification in "dB"

• "Unzoom": Reset the presentation to the nominal measuring range without magnification

Diagnosis - Simulation In this menu item you can simulate measured values via the current output. This allows the signal path to be tested, e.g. through downstream indicating instruments or the input card of the control system.

Select the requested simulation size and adjust the requested value.

Caution:

During simulation, the simulated value is outputted as 4 … 20 mA current value and as digital HART signal. The status message within the context of the asset management function is "Maintenance".

Push the [ESC] key to deactivate the simulation.

Information:

The simulation is terminated automatically 60 minutes after the last key has been pressed.

Diagnostics - Echo curve memory

The function "Setup" allows the echo curve to be saved at the time of setup.

Information:

This is generally recommended, however, for use of the Asset

Management functions it is absolutely necessary. Saving should be carried out with a very low level.

The function "Echo curve memory" allows up to ten individual echo curves to be stored, for example to detect the measurement behaviour of the sensor in different operating conditions.

With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC, the stored echo curves can be displayed with high resolution and used to recognize signal changes over time. In addition, the echo curve saved during setup can also be displayed in the echo curve window and compared with the actual echo curve.



Additional adjustments -

Date Time

In this menu item, the internal clock of the sensor is set to the requested time and time format. At the time of shipment from factory, the instrument is set to CET (Central European Time).

Additional adjustments

- Reset

During a reset, the parameter settings carried out by the user are reset to the default values (see below table).

Proceed as follows:

1. Select with [->] under "Additional adjustment" the menu item

"Reset" and confirm with [OK].

2. Confirm with [OK] and select the requested reset function with

[->]

3. Confirm with [OK], for approx. 5 s the message "Resetting" is displayed, then the selection window appears.

Caution:

For the duration of the reset, the set trouble signal is outputted via the current output. Within the context of the asset management function, the message "Maintenance" is outputted.

The following reset functions are available:

Delivery status: Restores the parameter settings at the time of shipment from the factory, incl. the order-specific settings. Any created false signal suppression, user-programmable linearization curve as well as measured value and echo curve memory is deleted. The event and parameter modification memories remain unaffected.

Basic settings: Resets the parameter settings, incl. special parameters, to the default values of the respective instrument. Any stored false signal suppression or user programmable linearisation curve, as well as the measured value memory, is deleted. Order-related settings are not taken over into the current parameters after this reset.

The following table shows the scope of the reset function and the default values of the instrument:



Menu

Setup

Display

Additional adjustments

Menu item

Measurement loop name

Units

Default value

Sensor

Application

Distance in m

Temperature in °C

Medium: Crushed stones/gravel

Application: Silo

Vessel bottom: Flat

Vessel height/Measuring range: 120 m

Min. adjustment 120 m

Max. adjustment 0,000 m(d)

Damping

Current output mode

0.0 s

Output characteristics: 4 … 20 mA

Failure mode: < 3.6 mA ▼

Current output

Min./Max.

Min. current: 3.8 mA ▼

Max. current: 20.5 mA

Displayed value 1 Filling height

Displayed value 2 Temperature

Backlight Switched off

Date/Time

Scaling size l

Time format: 24 h

Volume

Scaling format 100.00 lin %, 100 l

0.00 lin %, 0 l

Lin % Current output 1 and 2 size

Current output 1 and 2 adjustment

Linearization

HART mode

100.00 %, 100 l

0.00 %, 0 l

Linear

HART address: 0

Loop current mode: Analogue current output


Copy instrument settings

The instrument settings are copied with this function. The following functions are available:

Read from sensor: Read data from sensor and store into the display and adjustment module

Write into sensor: Store data from the display and adjustment module back to the sensor

The following data or settings for adjustment of the display and adjustment module are saved:

• All data of the menu "Setup" and "Display"



• The menu items "Reset, Date/Time" in the menu "Additional set-

tings"

• The user-programmable linearization curve

The copied data are permanently saved in an EEPROM memory in the display and adjustment module and remain there even in case of power failure. From there, they can be written into one or more sensors or kept as backup for a possible electronics exchange.

Note:

Before saving the data in the sensor, a safety check is made if the data match with the sensor. For this purpose the sensor type of the source data as well as the target sensor are displayed. If the data do not match, a failure message is outputted or the function is blocked.

The data are only saved after release.

Additional settings - Scaling

In the menu item "Scaling" you define the scaling variable and the scaling format for the indication of the level measured value for 0 % and 100 % on the display, for example as volume in l.

Additional settings - Current output 1 and 2 (size)

In menu item "Current output, variable" you specify which measured variable the current output refers to.

Additional settings -

Current output 1 and 2

(adjustment)

In menu item "Current output, adjustment" you can assign a respective measured value to the current output.


False signal suppression

The following circumstances cause interfering reflections and can influence the measurement:

• High sockets

Vessel installations such as struts

• Agitators



• Buildup or welded joints on vessel walls

Note:

A false signal suppression detects, marks and saves these false signals so that they are no longer taken into account in the level measurement.

This should be done with a low level so that all potential interfering reflections can be detected.

Proceed as follows:

1. Select with [->] the menu item "False signal suppression" and confirm with [OK].

2. Confirm again with [OK].

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3. Confirm again with [OK].

4. Confirm again with [OK] and enter the actual distance from the sensor to the product surface.

5. All interfering signals in this section are detected by the sensor and stored after confirming with [OK].

Note:

Check the distance to the product surface, because if an incorrect

(too large) value is entered, the existing level will be saved as a false echo. The filling level would then no longer be detectable in this area.

If a false signal suppression has already been created in the sensor, the following menu window appears when selecting "False signal

suppression":

Delete: An already created false signal suppression will be completely deleted. This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel.


Setup - Linearization


Extend: is used to extend an already created false signal suppression. This is useful if a false signal suppression was carried out with a too high level and not all false signals could be detected. When selecting "Extend", the distance to the product surface of the created false signal suppression is displayed. This value can now be changed and the false signal suppression can be extended to this range.

A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume does not increase linearly with the level. Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these vessels. They represent the correlation between the level percentage and vessel volume. The linearization applies to the measured value indication and the current output.


HART mode

In this menu item you determine the HART mode and enter the address for multidrop mode.

In the mode "Fixed current output" up to 63 sensors can be operated on one two-wire cable (Multidrop operation). An address between 0 and 63 must be assigned to each sensor.

When chosing the function "Analogue current output", then a

4 … 20 mA signal is outputted in multidrop mode.

With the mode "Fixed current (4 mA)" a fixed 4 mA signal is outputted independently of the actual level.


Special parameters

The default setting is "Analogue current output" and the address "00".

In this menu item you gain access to the protected area where you can enter special parameters. In exceptional cases, individual parameters can be modified in order to adapt the sensor to special requirements.

Change the settings of the special parameters only after having contacted our service staff.



Info - Instrument name In this menu item, you can read out the instrument name and the instrument serial number:

Info - Instrument version In this menu item, the hardware and software version of the sensor is displayed.

Info - Factory calibration date

In this menu item, the date of factory calibration of the sensor as well as the date of the last change of sensor parameters are displayed via the display and adjustment module or via the PC.

Info - Sensor characteristics

In this menu item, the features of the sensor such as approval, process fitting, seal, measuring range, electronics, housing and others are displayed.

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6.6 Saving the parameter adjustment data

We recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operating instructions manual, and archiving them afterwards. They are thus available for multiple use or service purposes.

If the instrument is equipped with a display and adjustment module, the data in the sensor can be saved in the display and adjustment module. The procedure is described in the operating instructions manual "Display and adjustment module" in the menu item "Copy

sensor data". The data remain there permanently even if the sensor power supply fails.

The following data or settings for adjustment of the display and adjustment module are saved:

• All data of the menu "Setup" and "Display"

In the menu "Additional adjustments" the items "Sensor-specific

units, temperature unit and linearization"

• The values of the user programmable linearization curve

The function can also be used to transfer settings from one instrument to another instrument of the same type. If it is necessary to exchange a sensor, the display and adjustment module is inserted


6 Set up with the display and adjustment module into the replacement instrument and the data are likewise written into the sensor via the menu item "Copy sensor data".


7 Setup with PACTware

Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor

7 Setup with PACTware

7.1 Connect the PC

1

2

3

Via the interface adapter and HART

Fig. 41: Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter

1 USB cable to the PC

2 Interface adapter VEGACONNECT

3 Sensor

2 4

56

1

3

LOCK

OPEN

5

Fig. 42: Connecting the PC via HART to the signal cable

1 Sensor

2 HART resistance 250 Ω (optional depending on processing)

3 Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals

4 Processing system/PLC/Voltage supply

5 Interface adapter, for example VEGACONNECT 4

Note:

With power supply units with integrated HART resistance (internal resistance approx. 250 Ω), an additional external resistance is not necessary. This applies, e.g. to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN

149A, VEGAMET 381, VEGAMET 391. Common Ex separators are also usually equipped with a sufficient current limitation resistance. In


Prerequisites

7 Setup with PACTware such cases, the interface converter can be connected parallel to the

4 … 20 mA cable (dashed line in the previous illustration).

7.2 Parameter adjustment

For parameter adjustment of the instrument via a Windows PC, the configuration software PACTware and a suitable instrument driver

(DTM) according to FDT standard are required. The latest PACTware version as well as all available DTMs are compiled in a DTM Collection. The DTMs can also be integrated into other frame applications according to FDT standard.

Note:

To ensure that all instrument functions are supported, you should always use the latest DTM Collection. Furthermore, not all described functions are included in older firmware versions. You can download the latest instrument software from our homepage. A description of the update procedure is also available in the Internet.

Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manual "DTM Collection/PACTware" attached to each DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet. Detailed descriptions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DTMs.

Standard/Full version

Fig. 43: Example of a DTM view

All device DTMs are available as a free-of-charge standard version and as a full version that must be purchased. In the standard version, all functions for complete setup are already included. An assistant for simple project configuration simplifies the adjustment considerably.

Saving/printing the project as well as import/export functions are also part of the standard version.

In the full version there is also an extended print function for complete project documentation as well as a save function for measured value


7 Setup with PACTware and echo curves. In addition, there is a tank calculation program as well as a multiviewer for display and analysis of the saved measured value and echo curves.

The standard version is available as a download under www.vega.com/downloads and "Software". The full version is available on CD from the agency serving you.

7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data

We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment data via PACTware. That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes.


8 Set up with other systems

8 Set up with other systems

8.1 DD adjustment programs

Device descriptions as Enhanced Device Description (EDD) are available for DD adjustment programs such as, for example, AMS™ and PDM.

The files can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under

"Software".

8.2 Field Communicator 375, 475

Device descriptions for the instrument are available as EDD for parameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475.

For the integration of the EDD in the Field Communicator 375 or 475, the software "Easy Upgrade Utility" is required which is available from the manufacturer. This software is updated via the Internet and new

EDDs are automatically taken over into the device catalogue of this software after they are released by the manufacturer. They can then be transferred to a Field Communicator.


9 Diagnosis, asset management and service

9 Diagnosis, asset management and service

9.1 Maintenance

If the device is used correctly, no maintenance is required in normal operation.

In some applications, buildup on the antenna system can influence the measuring result. Depending on the sensor and application, make arrangements to avoid strong pollution of the antenna system. If necessary, clean the antenna system in certain intervals.

Measured value memory

Event memory

Echo curve memory

9.2 Measured value and event memory

The instrument has several memories which are available for diagnosis purposes. The data remain even with voltage interruption.

Up to 100,000 measured values can be stored in the sensor in a ring memory. Each entry contains date/time as well as the respective measured value. Storable values are for example:

• Distance

Filling height

• Percentage value

Lin. percent

• Scaled

Current value

• Meas. reliability

Electronics temperature

When the instrument is shipped, the measured value memory is active and stores distance, measurement reliability and electronics temperature every 3 minutes.

The requested values and recording conditions are set via a PC with

PACTware/DTM or the control system with EDD. Data are thus read out and also reset.

Up to 500 events are automatically stored with a time stamp in the sensor (non-deletable). Each entry contains date/time, event type, event description and value. Event types are for example:

• Modification of a parameter

Switch-on and switch-off times

• Status messages (according to NE 107)

Error messages (according to NE 107)

The data are read out via a PC with PACTware/DTM or the control system with EDD.

The echo curves are stored with date and time and the corresponding echo data. The memory is divided into two sections:

Echo curve of the setup: This is used as reference echo curve for the measurement conditions during setup. Changes in the measurement conditions during operation or buildup on the sensor can thus be recognized. The echo curve of the setup is stored via:


Status messages


• PC with PACTware/DTM

Control system with EDD

• Display and adjustment module

Further echo curves: Up to 10 echo curves can be stored in a ring buffer in this memory section. Further echo curves are stored via:

• PC with PACTware/DTM

Control system with EDD

9.3 Asset Management function

The instrument features self-monitoring and diagnostics according to NE 107 and VDI/VDE 2650. In addition to the status messages in the following tables there are more detailed error messages available under the menu item "Diagnostics" via the display and adjustment module, PACTware/DTM and EDD.

The status messages are divided into the following categories:

• Failure

Function check

Out of specification

• Maintenance requirement and explained by pictographs:

1 2 3 4

Fig. 44: Pictographs of the status messages

1 Failure - red

2 Out of specification - yellow

3 Function check - orange

4 Maintenance - blue

Failure: Due to a malfunction in the instrument, a failure message is outputted.

This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user.

Function check: The instrument is in operation, the measured value is temporarily invalid (for example during simulation).

This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the user via PACTware/DTM or EDD.

Out of specification: The measured value is unstable because the instrument specification is exceeded (e.g. electronics temperature).




Failure

Maintenance: Due to external influences, the instrument function is limited. The measurement is affected, but the measured value is still valid. Plan in maintenance for the instrument because a failure is expected in the near future (e.g. due to buildup).


The following table shows the error codes in the status message

"Failure" and gives information on the reason and rectification. Keep in mind that some information is only valid with four-wire instruments.

Code

Text message

F013 no measured value available

F017

Adjustment span too small

F025

Error in the linearization table

F036

No operable software

Cause

– Sensor does not detect an echo during operation

– Antenna system dirty or defective

– Adjustment not within specification

– Index markers are not continuously rising, for example illogical value pairs

– Failed or interrupted software update

– Hardware defect

Rectification

– Check or correct installation and/or parameter adjustment

– Clean or exchange process component or antenna

– Change adjustment according to the limit values (difference between min. and max. ≥ 10 mm)

– Check linearization table

– Delete table/Create new

– Repeat software update

– Check electronics version

– Exchanging the electronics


– Send instrument for repair

F040

Error in the electronics

F080

General software error

F105

Determine measured value

F113

Communication error

– General software error

– The instrument is still in the start phase, the measured value could not yet be determined

– EMC interference

– Transmission error with the external communication with 4-wire power supply unit

– Disconnect operating voltage briefly

– Wait for the end of the switch-on phase

– Duration depending on the version and parameter adjustment up to approximately 3 min.

– Remove EMC influences

– Exchange 4-wire power supply unit or electronics


Function check

Out of specification


Code

Text message

F125

Impermissible electronics temperature

F260

Error in the calibration

Cause

– Temperature of the electronics in the non-specified section

– Error in the calibration carried out in the factory

– Error in the EEPROM

F261

Error in the instrument settings

F264

Installation/

Setup error

F265

Measurement function disturbed

– Error during setup

– False signal suppression faulty

– Error when carrying out a reset

– Adjustment not within the vessel height/measuring range

– Max. measuring range of the instrument not sufficient

– Sensor no longer carries out a measurement

– Operating voltage too low

Rectification

– Check ambient temperature

– Isolate electronics

– Use instrument with higher temperature range



– Repeat setup

– Carry out a reset


– Use an instrument with bigger measuring range

– Check operating voltage

– Carry out a reset

– Disconnect operating voltage briefly

The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message "Function check" and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures.

Rectification Code

Text message

C700

Simulation active

Cause

– A simulation is active – Finish simulation

– Wait for the automatic end after 60 mins.

The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message "Out of specification" and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures.


Text message

S600

Impermissible electronics temperature

Cause

– Temperature of the electronics in the non-specified section

– Check ambient temperature

– Isolate electronics

– Use instrument with higher temperature range



Maintenance

Code

Text message

S603

Impermissible operating voltage

Cause

– Operating voltage below specified range

Rectification

– Check electrical connection

– if necessary, increase operating voltage

The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message "Maintenance" and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures.


Text message

M500

Error with the reset delivery status

M501

Error in the non-active linearization table

M502

Error in the event memory

M503

Meas. reliability too low

Cause

– With the reset to delivery status, the data could not be restored

– Hardware error EEPROM

– Hardware error EEPROM

– The echo/noise ratio is too small for reliable measurement

– Antenna dirty or defective

M504

Error on an device interface

M505

No echo available

– Hardware defect

– Sensor does not detect an echo during operation

– Antenna dirty or defective

M506

Installation/

Setup error


– Repeat reset

– Load XML file with sensor data into the sensor





– Check installation and process conditions

– Change polarisation direction

– Use instrument with higher sensitivity

– Clean the antenna

– Check connections



– Clean the antenna

– Use a more suitable antenna/sensor

– Remove possible false echoes

– Optimize sensor position and orientation




Reaction when malfunctions occur

Procedure for fault rectification

Check the 4 … 20 mA signal

Treatment of measurement errors with bulk solids

Code

Text message

M507

Error in the instrument settings

Cause


– Error when carrying out a reset

– False signal suppression faulty

Rectification

– Carry out reset and repeat setup

9.4 Rectify faults

The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable measures to rectify faults.

The first measures are:

• Evaluation of fault messages, for example via the display and adjustment module

• Checking the output signal

• Treatment of measurement errors

Further comprehensive diagnostics options are available with a PC with PACTware and the suitable DTM. In many cases, the reasons can be determined in this way and faults rectified.

Connect a multimeter in the suitable measuring range according to the wiring plan. The following table describes possible errors in the current signal and helps to remove them:

Error

4 … 20 mA signal not stable

4 … 20 mA signal missing

Current signal greater than

22 mA or less than 3.6 mA

Cause

– Fluctuations of the measured variable

– Electrical connection faulty

– Voltage supply missing

– Operating voltage too low or load resistance too high

– Electronics module in the sensor defective

Rectification

– Set damping according to the instrument via the display and adjustment module or PACTware/

DTM

– Check connection according to chapter "Connection steps" and if necessary, correct according to chapter "Wiring plan"

– Check cables for breaks; repair if necessary

– Check, adapt if necessary

– Exchange the instrument or send it in for repair

The below tables show typical examples for application-relevant measurement errors with bulk solids. A distinction is made between measurement errors during:

• Constant level



• Filling

Emptying

The images in column "Error pattern" show the real level with a broken line and the level displayed by the sensor as a continuous line.

1

2

0 time

1 Real level

2 Level displayed by the sensor

Notes:

• Wherever the sensor displays a constant value, the reason could

• also be the fault setting of the current output to "Hold value"

If the level indication is too low, the reason could be a line resistance that is too high

Measurement error with constant level

Fault description

1. Measured value shows a too low or too high level

Error pattern Cause

– Min./max. adjustment not correct

– Incorrect linearization curve

0 time

2. Measured value jumps towards 100 %

0 time

Rectification

– Adapt min./max. adjustment

– Adapt linearization curve

– Due to the process, the amplitude of the product echo decreases

– A false signal suppression was not carried out

– Amplitude or position of a false echo has changed (e.g. condensation, buildup); false signal suppression no longer matches actual conditions

– Carry out a false signal suppression

– Determine the reason for the changed false echoes, carry out false signal suppression, e.g. with condensation



Measurement error during filling


3. Measured value jumps towards 0 % during filling

4. Measured value fluctuates around

10 … 20 %

5. Measured value jumps sporadically to

100 % during filling

Error pattern

0 time

Cause

– Amplitude of a multiple echo

(vessel top - product surface) is larger than the level echo

– The level echo cannot be distinguished from the false echo at a false echo position (jumps to multiple echo)

– Transverse reflection from an extraction funnel, amplitude of the transverse reflection larger than the level echo

– Various echoes from an uneven product surface, e.g. a material cone

Rectification

– Check parameter "Application", especially vessel top, type of medium, dished bottom, high dielectric constant, and adapt if necessary

– Remove/reduce false echo: minimize interfering installations by changing the polarization direction

– Chose a more suitable installation position

– Direct sensor to the opposite funnel wall, avoid crossing with the filling stream

0

0 time time

– Reflections from the product surface via the vessel wall

(deflection)

– Changing condensation or contamination on the antenna

– Check parameter "Type of medium" and adapt, if necessary

– Optimize installation position and sensor orientation

– Select a more suitable installation position, optimize sensor orientation, e.g. with a swivelling holder

– Carry out a false signal suppression or increase false signal suppression with condensation/contamination in the close range by editing

– With bulk solids use radar sensor with purging air connection or flexible antenna cover

Measurement error during emptying


6. Measured value remains unchanged in the close range during emptying

Error pattern Cause

– False echo larger than the level echo

– Level echo too small

0 time

Rectification

– Remove false echoes in the close range. Check: Antenna must protrude out of the socket

– Remove contamination on the antenna

– Minimize interfering installations in the close range by changing the polarization direction

– After removing the false echoes, the false signal suppression must be deleted. Carry out a new false signal suppression




7. Measured value jumps sporadically towards 100 % during emptying

8. Measured value fluctuates around

10 … 20 %

Error pattern

0

0 time time

Cause

– Changing condensation or contamination on the antenna

– Various echoes from an uneven product surface, e.g. an extraction funnel

– Reflections from the product surface via the vessel wall

(deflection)

Rectification

– Carry out false signal suppression or increase false signal suppression in the close range by editing

– With bulk solids use radar sensor with purging air connection or flexible antenna cover

– Check parameter "Type of medium" and adapt, if necessary

– Optimize installation position and sensor orientation

Reaction after fault rectification

24 hour service hotline

Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken, the steps described in chapter "Setup" must be carried out again or must be checked for plausibility and completeness.

Should these measures not be successful, please call in urgent cases the VEGA service hotline under the phone no. +49 1805 858550.

The hotline is also available outside normal working hours, seven days a week around the clock.

Since we offer this service worldwide, the support is provided in

English. The service itself is free of charge, the only costs involved are the normal call charges.

9.5 Exchanging the electronics module

If the electronics module is defective, it can be replaced by the user.

In Ex applications, only instruments and electronics modules with appropriate Ex approval may be used.

If there is no electronics module available on site, the electronics module can be ordered through the agency serving you. The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor and differ in signal output or voltage supply.

The new electronics module must be loaded with the default settings of the sensor. These are the options:

• In the factory

Or on site by the user

In both cases, the serial number of the sensor is needed. The serial numbers are stated on the type label of the instrument, on the inside of the housing as well as on the delivery note.

When loading on site, first of all the order data must be downloaded from the Internet (see operating instructions manual "Electronics

module").

Caution:

All user-specific settings must be entered again. Hence, you have to carry out a new setup after the electronics exchange.



If you have stored the data of the parameter adjustment during the first setup of the sensor, you can transfer these to the replacement electronics module. A new setup is no more necessary.

9.6 Software update

The following components are required to update the instrument software:

• Instrument

Voltage supply

• Interface adapter VEGACONNECT

PC with PACTware

• Current instrument software as file

You can find the current instrument software as well as detailed information on the procedure under "www.vega.com/downloads" and

"Software".

Caution:

Instruments with approvals can be bound to certain software versions.

Therefore make sure that the approval is still effective after a software update is carried out.

You can find detailed information at www.vega.com/downloads and

"Approvals".

9.7 How to proceed if a repair is needed

You can find a repair form as well as detailed information on how to proceed at www.vega.com/downloads and "Forms and certificates".

By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without having to call back for needed information.

If a repair is necessary, please proceed as follows:

• Print and fill out one form per instrument

Clean the instrument and pack it damage-proof

Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging

• Please contact the agency serving you to get the address for the return shipment. You can find the agency on our home page www.vega.com.


10 Dismount

10 Dismount

10.1 Dismounting steps

Warning:

Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such as e.g. pressure in the vessel or pipeline, high temperatures, corrosive or toxic products etc.

Take note of chapters "Mounting" and "Connecting to power supply" and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.

10.2 Disposal

The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by specialised recycling companies. We use recyclable materials and have designed the parts to be easily separable.

Correct disposal avoids negative effects on humans and the environment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials.

Materials: see chapter "Technical data"

If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal.

WEEE directive 2002/96/EG

This instrument is not subject to the WEEE directive 2002/96/EG and the respective national laws. Pass the instrument directly on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points. These may be used only for privately used products according to the WEEE directive.


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11.1 Technical data

General data

316L corresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435

Materials, wetted parts

Ʋ Process fitting

Ʋ Process seal

Ʋ Antenna

Ʋ seal, antenna system

Materials, non-wetted parts

Ʋ Plastic housing

Ʋ Aluminium die-casting housing

316L, Alloy C22, Alloy 400

On site

316L, PP, PEEK

FKM (SHS FPM 70C3 GLT), EPDM (COG AP310)

Ʋ Stainless steel housing

Ʋ Seal between housing and housing cover plastic PBT (Polyester)

Aluminium die-casting AlSi10Mg, powder-coated - basis:

Polyester

316L

NBR (stainless steel housing, precision casting), silicone

(aluminium/plastic housing; stainless steel housing, electropolished)

Polycarbonate Ʋ Inspection window in housing cover

(optional)

Ʋ Ground terminal

Process fitting

Ʋ Flanges

Weights

Ʋ Instrument (depending on housing, process fitting and antenna)

316L

DIN from DN 80, ASME from 3" approx. 2 … 17.2 kg (4.409 … 37.92 lbs)

Torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes

Ʋ Plastic housing max. 10 Nm (7.376 lbf ft)

Ʋ Aluminium/Stainless steel housing max. 50 Nm (36.88 lbf ft)

Input variable

Measured variable The measured variable is the distance between the process fitting of the sensor and the product surface. The reference plane is the seal surface of the flange.


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1

4 2

Fig. 54: Data of the input variable

1 Reference plane

2 Measured variable, max. measuring range

3 Antenna length

4 Useful measuring range

Max. measuring range 120 m (393,7 ft)

Output variable

Output signal

Range of the output signal

Signal resolution

Resolution, digital

4 … 20 mA/HART

3.8 … 20.5 mA/HART (default setting)

0.3 µA

< 1 mm (0.039 in)

Failure signal current output (adjustable) mA-value unchanged 20.5 mA, 22 mA, < 3.6 mA

Max. output current 22 mA

Starting current

Load

≤ 3.6 mA; ≤ 10 mA for 5 ms after switching on see load diagram under Power supply

Damping (63 % of the input variable), adjustable

0 … 999 s

HART output values according to HART 7.0

2)

Ʋ PV (Primary Value)

Ʋ SV (Secondary Value)

Ʋ TV (Third Value)

Ʋ QV (Fourth Value)

Fulfilled HART specification

Further information on Manufacturer ID,

Device ID, Device Revision

Lin. percent

Distance

Meas. reliability

Electronics temperature

7.0

See website of HART Communication Foundation

2) Default values, can be assigned individually


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Accuracy (according to DIN EN 60770-1)

Process reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298-1

Ʋ Temperature

Ʋ Relative humidity

+18 … +30 °C (+64 … +86 °F)

45 … 75 %

Ʋ Air pressure 860 … 1060 mbar/86 … 106 kPa (12.5 … 15.4 psig)

Installation reference conditions

Ʋ Min. distance to internal installations > 200 mm (7.874 in)

Ʋ Reflector

Ʋ False reflections

Deviation

Flat plate reflector

Biggest false signal, 20 dB smaller than the useful signal

See following diagrams

20 mm (0.787 in)

10 mm (0.394 in)

0

- 10 mm (- 0.394 in)

- 20 mm (- 0.787 in)

0,5 m (1.6 ft)

1

Fig. 55: Deviation under reference conditions

1 Reference plane

2 Antenna edge

3 Recommended measuring range

Repeatability

Deviation with bulk solids

Deviation under EMC influence

2

≤ ±1 mm

The values depend to a great extent on the application.

Binding specifications are thus not possible.

≤ ±50 mm

Variables influencing measurement accuracy

Specifications apply to the digital measured value

Temperature drift - Digital output

Additional deviation through electromagnetic interference acc. to EN 61326

±3 mm/10 K relating to the max. measuring range or max. 10 mm

< ±50 mm

Specifications apply also to the current output

Temperature drift - Current output ±0.03 %/10 K relating to the 16 mA span max. ±0.3 %

Deviation on the current output through analogue/digital conversion

Deviation on the current output due to strong, high frequency electromagnetic fields acc. to EN 61326

< ±15 µA

< ±150 µA


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Characteristics and performance data

Measuring frequency

Measuring cycle time approx.

Step response time 3)

W-band (79 GHz technology)

700 ms

≤ 3 s

Beam angle 4)

Ʋ Plastic horn antenna

Ʋ Metal jacketed lens antenna

Emitted HF power (depending on the parameter adjustment) 5)

Ʋ Average spectral transmission power density

-3 dBm/MHz EIRP

Ʋ Max. spectral transmission power density

Ʋ Max. power density at a distance of

1 m

3.5°

4°

+34 dBm/50 MHz EIRP

< 3 µW/cm²

Ambient conditions

Ambient, storage and transport temperature

-40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)

Process conditions

For the process conditions, please also note the specifications on the type label. The lowest value always applies.

Process temperature

Seal Antenna lens

FKM (SHS FPM 70C3

GLT)

FKM (SHS FPM 70C3

GLT)

EPDM (COG AP310)

PEEK

PEEK

PP

PP

Process temperature (measured on the process fitting)

-40 … +130 °C (-40 … +266 °F)

-40 … +200 °C (-40 … +392 °F)

-40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)

-40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)

Ambient temperature - Process temperature

3) Time span (after a sudden measuring distance change of max. 2 m in bulk solids applications) until the output

4) signal has taken on 90 % of the final value for the first time (IEC 61298-2).

Outside the specified beam angle, the energy of the radar signal is reduced by 50 % (-3 dB)

5) EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power


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1

2

-40 °C

(-104 °F)

0 °C

(32 °F)

Fig. 56: Ambient temperature - Process temperature, metal jacketed lens antenna up to +200 °C (392 °F)

1 Ambient temperature

2 Process temperature

1

2

-40 °C

(-104 °F)

0 °C

(32 °F)

Fig. 57: Ambient temperature - Process temperature, metal jacketed lens antenna up to +130 °C (266 °F)



1

-40 °C

(-104 °F)

Fig. 58: Ambient temperature - Process temperature, plastic horn antenna




80 °C

(176 °F)

2

75

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Vessel pressure

Vessel pressure

Ʋ Metal jacketed lens antenna

Ʋ Plastic horn antenna

Ʋ Plastic horn antenna - Version with adapter flange from DN 100 PP or

PP-GF 30

Vessel pressure relating to the flange nominal pressure stage

Mechanial stresses

-1 … 3 bar (-100 … 300 kPa/-14.5 … 43.5 psig)

-1 … 2 bar (-100 … 200 kPa/-14.5 … 29.1 psig)

-1 … 1 bar (-100 … 100 kPa/-14.5 … 14.5 psig) see supplementary instructions manual "Flanges ac-

cording to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS"

Vibration resistance - Metal jacketed lens antenna

4 g at 5 … 200 Hz according to EN 60068-2-6 (vibration with resonance)

Vibration resistance - Plastic horn antenna

Ʋ With adapter flange 2 g at 5 … 200 Hz according to EN 60068-2-6 (vibration with resonance)

Ʋ with mounting strap

Shock resistance

1 g at 5 … 200 Hz according to EN 60068-2-6 (vibration with resonance)

100 g, 6 ms according to EN 60068-2-27 (mechanical shock)

Data rinsing air connection - Metal jacketed lens antenna

Max. permissible pressure 6 bar (87.02 psig)

Air volume, depending on pressure (recommended area)

Pressure

0.2 bar (2.9 psig)

0.4 bar (5.8 psig)

0.6 bar (8.7 psig)

0.8 bar (11.6 psig)

1 bar (14.5 psig)

1.2 bar (17.4 psig)

1.4 bar (20.3 psig)

1.6 bar (23.2 psig)

1.8 bar (20.3 psig)

2 bar (23.2 psig)

Without reflux valve

1.7 m 3 /h

2.5 m 3 /h

2.9 m 3 /h

3.3 m 3 /h

3.6 m 3 /h

3.9 m 3 /h

4.0 m 3 /h

4.3 m 3 /h

4.5 m 3 /h

4.6 m 3 /h

Air volume

With reflux valve

-

-

0.8 m 3 /h

1.5 m 3 /h

2.0 m 3 /h

2.3 m 3 /h

2.7 m 3 /h

3.0 m 3 /h

3.5 m 3 /h

4.0 m 3 /h

Thread

Closure

G⅛

Threaded plug of 316Ti

Reflux valve - unmounted (as option with non-Ex version, included in the scope of delivery with Ex version)

Ʋ Material 316Ti

Ʋ Thread G⅛


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Ʋ Seal

Ʋ For connection

Ʋ opening pressure

Ʋ Nominal pressure stage

FKM (SHS FPM 70C3 GLT), EPDM (COG AP310)

G¼

0.5 bar (7.25 psig)

PN 250

Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 bar

Cable gland M20 x 1.5 or ½ NPT

Wire cross-section (spring-loaded terminals)

Ʋ Massive wire, cord

Ʋ Stranded wire with end sleeve

0.2 … 2.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 14)

0.2 … 1.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 16)

Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar)

Options of the cable entry

Ʋ Cable gland with integrated connection cable

M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm)

Ʋ Cable entry

Ʋ Blind plug

Connection cable

Ʋ Wire cross-section

½ NPT

M20 x 1.5; ½ NPT

Ʋ Wire resistance

Ʋ Tensile strength

Ʋ Standard length

0.5 mm² (AWG 20)

< 0.036 Ω/m

< 1200 N (270 lbf)

5 m (16.4 ft)

Ʋ Max. length

Ʋ Min. bending radius

Ʋ Diameter approx.

Ʋ Colour - Non-Ex version

Ʋ Colour - Ex-version

180 m (590.6 ft)

25 mm (0.984 in) with 25 °C (77 °F)

8 mm (0.315 in)

Black

Blue

Display and adjustment module

Display element

Measured value indication

Ʋ Number of digits

Ʋ Size of digits

Adjustment elements

Display with backlight

5

W x H = 7 x 13 mm

4 keys

Protection rating

Ʋ unassembled IP 20

Ʋ mounted in the housing without cover IP 40

Materials

Ʋ Housing

Ʋ Inspection window

ABS

Polyester foil


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Interface to the external display and adjustment unit

Data transmission digital (I²C-Bus)

Configuration, connection cable

Cable length max.

4-wire, screened

25 m

Integrated clock

Date format

Time format

Time zone Ex factory

Rate deviation max.

Day.Month.Year

12 h/24 h

CET

10.5 min/year

Measurement electronics temerature

Resolution

Accuracy

Permissible temperature range

0.1 °C (1.8 °F)

±1 °C (1.8 °F)

-40 … +85 °C (-40 … +185 °F)

Voltage supply

Operating voltage U

B

Ʋ Non-Ex instrument

Ʋ Ex-d instrument

Ʋ Ex-ia instrument

12 … 35 V DC

12 … 35 V DC

12 … 30 V DC

Ʋ Ex-d-ia instrument 17 … 35 V DC

Operating voltage U

B

Ʋ Non-Ex instrument

- illuminated display and adjustment module

18 … 35 V DC

Ʋ Ex-d instrument

Ʋ Ex-ia instrument

Ʋ Ex-d-ia instrument

Reverse voltage protection

18 … 35 V DC

18 … 30 V DC

Due to the barrier, no lighting possible

Integrated

Permissible residual ripple - Non-Ex, Ex-ia instrument

Ʋ for 9.6 V< U

B

Ʋ for 18 V< U

< 14 V

B

< 36 V

≤ 0.7 V

≤ 1.0 V

Permissible residual ripple - Ex-d-ia instrument eff eff

(16 … 400 Hz)

(16 … 400 Hz)

Ʋ for 18 V< U

Load resistor

B

< 36 V ≤ 1 V eff

(16 … 400 Hz)

Ʋ Calculation

Ʋ Example - Non-Ex instrument with

U

B

= 24 V DC

(U

B

- U min

)/0.022 A

(24 V - 12 V)/0.022 A = 545 Ω

Electrical protective measures

Protection rating


Housing material

Plastic

Aluminium

Version

Single chamber

Double chamber

Single chamber

Double chamber

Stainless steel, electropolished

Stainless steel, investment casting

Single chamber

Single chamber

Double chamber

IP-protection class

IP 66/IP 67

IP 66/IP 67

IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)

IP 68 (1 bar)

IP 66/IP 67

IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)

IP 68 (1 bar)

IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)

IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)

IP 68 (1 bar)

IP 66/IP 67

IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)

IP 68 (1 bar)

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NEMA protection

NEMA 4X

NEMA 4X

NEMA 6P

NEMA 6P

NEMA 4X

NEMA 6P

NEMA 6P

NEMA 6P

NEMA 6P

NEMA 6P

NEMA 4X

NEMA 6P

NEMA 6P

Overvoltage category

Protection class

III 6)

III 7)

Approvals

Instruments with approvals can have different technical specifications depending on the version.

For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments have to be carefully noted. They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "Instrument search" as well as under www.vega.com/downloads and "Approvals".

11.2 Dimensions

The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of all possible versions. Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under "Drawings".

6) IEC 61010-1

7) IEC 61010-1


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Plastic housing

~ 69 mm

(2.72")

ø 79 mm

(3.11")

~ 84 mm

(3.31")

ø 79 mm

(3.11")

M16x1,5

112 mm (4.41") 112 mm (4.41")

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

1

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

2

Fig. 59: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher

1 Single chamber version

2 Double chamber version

Aluminium housing

~ 116 mm

(4.57")

ø 86 mm

(3.39")

~ 87 mm

(3.43")

ø 86 mm

(3.39")

M16x1,5

116 mm (4.57")

120 mm (4.72")

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

M20x1,5

1

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

2





Aluminium housing with protection rating IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar)

~ 150 mm

(5.91")

ø 86 mm

(3.39")

~ 105 mm

(4.13")

ø 86 mm

(3.39")

M16x1,5

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116 mm (4.57")

120 mm (4.72")

M20x1,5 M20x1,5

1

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

2

Fig. 61: Housing versions in protection IP␣66/IP␣68 (1␣bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9␣mm/0.35␣in higher



Stainless steel housing

~ 59 mm

(2.32")

ø 80 mm

(3.15")

~ 69 mm

(2.72")

ø 79 mm

(3.11")

~ 87 mm

(3.43")

ø 86 mm

(3.39")

M16x1,5

112 mm (4.41") 117 mm (4.61") 120 mm (4.72")

M20x1,5/

½ NPT 1

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

2

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

3


1 Single chamber version, electropolished

2 Single chamber version, precision casting

3 Double chamber version, precision casting


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Stainless steel housing with protection rating IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar

~ 93 mm

(3.66")

ø 80 mm

(3.15")

~ 103 mm

(4.06")

ø 79 mm

(3.11")

~ 105 mm

(4.13")

ø 86 mm

(3.39")

M16x1,5

112 mm (4.41") 117 mm (4.61") 120 mm (4.72")

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

M20x1,5

1 2

M20x1,5/

½ NPT

3

Fig. 63: Housing versions in protection IP␣66/IP␣68 (1␣bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9␣mm/0.35␣in higher

1 Single chamber version, electropolished

2 Single chamber version, precision casting

3 Double chamber version, precision casting

VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna with compression flange

ø 107 mm

(4.21")

10,5 mm (0.41")

19 mm (0.75")

ø 75 mm

(2.95")

ø 115 mm

(4.53")

ø 156 mm

(6.14")

ø 200 mm

(7.87")

Fig. 64: VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna, compression flange

1 Compression flange

1

ø 21 mm

(0.83")

126 mm (4.96")


VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna with adapter flange

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144 mm (5.67")

36,5 mm (1.44")

20 mm (0.79")

Fig. 65: VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna, adapter flange

1 Adapter flange

2 Process seal

ø 75 mm

(2.95")

ø 98 mm

(3.86")

1

2

17,5 mm (0.69")


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VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna with mounting strap

2,5 mm

(0.10")

125 mm

(4.92")

170 mm (6.69")

300 mm (11.81")

9 mm

(0.35")

8,5 mm (0.34")

12 mm (0.47")

85 mm (3.35")

9 mm (0.35")

12 mm

(0.47")

Fig. 66: VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna, mounting strap in 170 or 300 mm length

ø 75 mm

(2.95")

ø 107 mm

(4.21")

ø 115 mm

(4.53")

19 mm (0.75")

98 mm (3.86")

6 mm (0.24")


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VEGAPULS 69, metal jacketed lens antenna

1

63 mm (2.48")

2

Fig. 67: VEGAPULS 69, metal jacketed lens antenna in flange version

VEGAPULS 69, metal jacketed lens antenna and swivelling holder

max. 10°

144 mm (5.67")

1 2

63 mm (2.48")

Fig. 68: VEGAPULS 69, metal jacketed lens antenna and swivelling holder

144 mm (5.67")


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11.3 Industrial property rights

VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights. Further information see www.vega.com.

Only in U.S.A.: Further information see patent label at the sensor housing.

VEGA Produktfamilien sind weltweit geschützt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte.

Nähere Informationen unter www.vega.com.

Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellectuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site www.vega.com.

VEGA lineas de productos están protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad industrial. Para mayor información revise la pagina web www.vega.com.

Линии продукции фирмы ВЕГА защищаются по всему миру правами на интеллектуальную собственность. Дальнейшую информацию смотрите на сайте www.vega.com.

VEGA系列产品在全球享有知识产权保护。

进一步信息请参见网站<www.vega.com>。

11.4 Trademark

All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor/ originator.


INDEX

A

Adjustment 44, 45

Adjustment system 38

Adjust the current output 51

Adjust the indication 46

C

Change the language 46

Check output signal 65

Connecting

– Electrically 27

– To the PC 56

Connection

– Cable 27

– Steps 28

– Technology 27

Copy sensor settings 50

Current output 45

Current output Min./Max. 46

Curve indication

– Echo curve 47

D

Damping 45

Date/Time 49

Default values 49

Deviation 65

Display lighting 47

E

Echo curve memory 60

Echo curve of the setup 48

EDD (Enhanced Device Description) 59

Electronics and terminal compartment, single chamber housing 30

Error codes 63

Event memory 60

F

False signal suppression 51

Fault rectification 65

Functional principle 9

G

Grounding 27

H

HART address 53

HART resistance 56

L

Linearization 53

Lock adjustment 46

M

Main menu 40

Measured value memory 60

Measurement loop name 40

Mounting

– Flange 15

– Strap 13

N

NAMUR NE 107 62, 64

P

Peak value indicator 47

Polarisation 16

R

Repair 69

Reset 49

S

Sensor status 47

Service hotline 68

Setup

– Quick setup 39

Shielding 27

Simulation 48

Socket 19

Special parameters 53

Status messages - NAMUR NE 107 61

T

Type label 8

U

Units 40

V

Vessel installations 23

Vessel insulation 24

INDEX


Printing date:

All statements concerning scope of delivery, application, practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing.

Subject to change without prior notice

© VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2014

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Am Hohenstein 113

77761 Schiltach

Germany

Phone +49 7836 50-0

Fax +49 7836 50-201

E-mail: [email protected]

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