Vega VEGAFLEX 66 (-20…+250°C) 4 … 20 mA_HART four-wire User Manual

Operating InstructionsVEGAFLEX 66-20 … +250 °C4 … 20 mA/HART four-wireDocument ID:34170Guided Microwave

l Notexposed to corrosive medial Protected against solar radiationl Avoiding mechanical shock and vibrationl Storage and transport temperature see cha

4 Mounting4.1 General instructionsMake sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process, inparticular the sensor element, process seal and

Fig. 2: Measuresagainst moisture penetrationThe reference plane for the measuring range of the sensors is thesealing surface of the thread or flange.Ke

keep in mind that measurement down to the tip of the probe is notpossible. The exact value of the min. distance (lower dead band) isstated in chapter

Excessive system vibration or shocks, e.g. caused by agitators orturbulence in the vessel (e.g. from fluidisation) can cause the coaxprobe of VEGAFLEX

1Fig. 5: Positionof the spacer1 SpacerNote:Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for very adhesiveproducts.If there is a danger of the probe t

1 2 Fig. 6: Vesselwith temperature insulation1 Temperature insulation2 Ambient temperature on the housing16 VEGAFLEX 66 • 4 … 20 mA/HART four-wire4 Mo

5 Connecting to power supply5.1 Preparing the connectionAlways keep in mind the following safety instructions:l Connect only in the complete absence o

Ifscreened cable is necessary, connect the cable screen on both endsto ground potential. In the sensor, the screen must be connecteddirectly to the in

12 Screwthe housing cover onThe electrical connection is finished.Fig. 7: Connectionsteps 5 and 65.3 Wiring plan, double chamber housingThe following i

Contents1 About this document1.1 Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . .

132Display1 2 5 6 7 8I²CFig. 8: Electronicscompartment, double chamber housing1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)2 Internal connection ca

4 ... 20 mAPE/ L/ NL1 NGND1 21 2 3 44...20mA ISFig. 10: Wiringplan, double chamber housing1 Voltage supply2 Signal outputWiring planVEGAFLEX 66 • 4 …

6 Setup with the indicating and adjustmentmodule PLICSCOM6.1 Short descriptionThe indicating and adjustment module is used for measured valuedisplay,

Fig. 11: Insertindicating and adjustment moduleNote:Ifyou intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustmentmodule for continuous meas

6.3 Adjustment system1.1231Fig. 12: Indicatingand adjustment elements1 LC display2 Indication of the menu item number3 Adjustment keysl [OK] key:- Mov

6.4 SetupstepsAfter connecting VEGAFLEX 66 to power supply or after a voltagerecurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30seconds

Keepin mind that interfaces can cause faulty measurements.If you want to measure the total height of both liquids reliably, pleasecontact our service

2 Enter the appropriate distance value in m (corresponding to thepercentage value) for the full vessel. Keep in mind that the max.level must lie below

A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volumedoes not increase linearly with the le vel - e.g. in a horizontal cylindricalor

1 Move from the measured value display to the main menu bypushing [OK].2 Select the menu item "Service" with [->] and confirm with [OK].No

8.2 Rectify malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .378.3 Exchanging the electronics module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398.4 Sof

BasicadjustmentIf the function "Reset" is carried out, the sensor resets the values of thefollowing menu items to the reset values (see char

6.5 MenuschematicBasic adjustment1▶Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnosticsServiceInfo1.1Min. adjustment0.00 %=10.000 m(d)8.000 m(d)1.2Max. adjustment100.00

Service4Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnostics▶ServiceInfo4.1Sensor length5.00 m(d)▼Rod▼4.2ApplicationLiquid▼Standard(DK ≥ 2)▼4.3Gating out of false sig n

6.6 Savingthe parameter adjustment dataIt is recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operatinginstructions manual and archive them afterwar

7 Setup with PACTware and other adjustmentprograms7.1 Connecting the PC312Fig. 13: Connectionof the PC via VEGACONNECT directly to the sensor1 USB cab

Necessary components:l VEGAFLEX 66l PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTMl VEGACONNECTl Power supply unit or processing system152 43OPENTWISTUSBLOCKF

Note:Keepin mind that for setup of VEGAFLEX 66, DTM-Collection in theactual version must be used.All currently available VEGA DTMs are included as a D

8 Maintenance and fault rectification8.1 MaintenanceWhen used as directed in normal operation, VEGAFLEX 66 iscompletely maintenance free.8.2 Rectify ma

Error Cause RemovalVoltagesupplymissingCheck cables for breaks; repair ifnecessaryOperating voltagetoo low or loadresistance toohighCheck, adapt if ne

8.3 Exchanging the electronics moduleIf the electronics module is defective, it can be replaced by the user.In Ex applications only one instrument and

1 About this document1.1 FunctionThis operating instructions manual provides all the information youneed for mounting, connection and setup as well as

At "www.vega.com/downloads" go to "Software". Select under "plicsinstruments and sensors" the suitable instrument series

9 Dismounting9.1 Dismounting stepsWarning:Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions suchas e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temper

10 Supplement10.1 Technical dataGeneral dataMaterial 316L corresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435Materials, wetted parts- Process fitting - coax version 316L a

- Cable: ø 4 mm (0.157 in) approx. 80 g/m (0.86 oz/ft)- Gravity weight approx. 325 g (11.5 oz)Probe length L (from seal surface)- Tube: ø 21.3 mm (0.8

2431Fig. 16: Measuringrange of VEGAFLEX 66 - coax version1 Reference plane2 Probe length3 Measuring range (default setting refers to the measuring ran

245312431Fig. 17: Measuringranges of the VEGAFLEX 66 - rod and cable version1 Reference plane2 Probe length3 Measuring range4 Upper dead band (see dia

Fulfilled NAMUR recommendations NE 43HART output values- 1. HART value (Primary Value) Distance to the level- 2. HART value (Secondary Value) Distance

L0-3mm (-0.118")3mm (0.118")15mm(0.591")-10mm (-0.394")0,25 m(9.843")0,08 m(3.15")0,02 m(0.787")1Fig. 18: Devia

L0-3mm (-0.118")3mm (0.118")15mm(0.591")-15mm (-0.591")0,25 m(9.843")0,08 m(3.149")0,25 m(9.843")1Fig. 20: Devi

L0-3mm (-0.118")3mm (0.118")-50mm (1.969")5mm (0.197")0,15 m (5.906")0,03 m (1.181")0,02 m(0.787")1Fig. 22: Dev

2 For your safety2.1 Authorised personnelAll operations described in this operating instructions manual must becarried out only by trained specialist

Process conditionsProcess pressure -1 … +100 bar/-100 … +10000 kPa (--14.5 … +1450 psig), depending on the processfittingProcess temperature -20 … +250

- mounted into the sensor without cover IP 40Materials- Housing ABS- Inspection window Polyester foilVoltage supplyOperating voltage- Non-Ex and Ex-d

10.2 DimensionsThe following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of thepossible versions. Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloadedon

VEGAFLEX 66 - cable, rodversion (-20 … +250 °C/-4 … +482 °F)L G1, 1 NPT, G1½, 1½ NPT 41 140mm (5 33/64") 20mm (25/32") 150mm (5 29/32")

VEGAFLEX 66 - coax version (-20 … +250 °C/-4 … +482 °F)LG¾ / ¾ NPT,G1 / 1 NPT,G1½ / 1½ NPT140 mm (5.51")20 mm (0.79")27 mm (1.06")ø 21,

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2.5 Safetylabel on the instrumentThe safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must beobserved.2.6 CE conformityThis device fulfills the l

3 Product description3.1 StructureThe scope of delivery encompasses:l VEGAFLEX 66 level sensorl Documentation- this operating instructions manual- Saf

123Fig. 1: VEGAFLEX 66 - cableversion with double chamber housing1 Housing cover with integrated indicating and adjustment module (optional)2 Housing

Four-wireelectronics with separate power supply.The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrumentversion.The data for power supply are sp