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

Operating InstructionsVEGAFLEX 66-20 … +250 °C4 … 20 mA/HART two-wireDocument ID:34169Guided Microwave

Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only underthe following conditions:l Not in the openl Dry and dust freel Not exposed to corros

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 two-wire4 Mou

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

Caution:Nogrease should be used when screwing the NPT cable gland orsteel tube into the threaded insert. Standard grease can containadditives that cor

7 Insertthe wire ends into the open terminals according to the wiringplanFig. 7: Connectionsteps 6 and 78 Press down the opening levers of the termina

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

I²CDisplay1 2 5 6 7 83412Fig. 8: Electronicsand connection compartment with single chamber housing1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)2 Sp

132Display1 2 5 6 7 8I²CFig. 10: Electronicscompartment, double chamber housing1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)2 Internal connection c

I2C11 2Fig. 12: Wiringplan with double chamber housing1 Voltage supply/Signal output5.5 Wiring plan with double chamber housing Ex d132Display1 2 5 6

121 2Fig. 14: Connectioncompartment with double chamber housing Ex d1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply and cable screen2 Ground terminal for c

5.6 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar+-12Fig. 16: Wireassignment connection cable1 brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing

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

Fig. 17: Insertindicating and adjustment moduleNote:Ifyou intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustmentmodule for continuous meas

6.3 Adjustment system1.1231Fig. 18: 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

8 Maintenance and fault rectification8.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418.2 Rectify malfunctions . . . . . .

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

Probes in coax version require no gating out of false echoes since theyare not influenced by false reflections.Gating out of false sig nalsChange now?Pr

l Gating out of false signalsCopy sensor dataCopy sensor data?Basic adjustmentIf the function "Reset" is carried out, the sensor resets the

PointerThe min. and max. values are reset to the actual value.Additional adjustment and diagnosis options such as e.g. scaling,simulation or trend cur

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

Service4Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnostics▶ServiceInfo4.1Sensor5.00 m(d)▼Rod▼4.2ApplicationLiquid▼Standard(DK ≥ 2)▼4.3Gating out of false sig nalsChan

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. 19: 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 system12 43OPENTWISTUSBLOCKFi

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

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

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

- Rod: ø 6 mm (0.236 in) approx. 220 g/m (2.365 oz/ft)- Cable: ø 2 mm (0.079 in) approx. 20 g/m (0.215 oz/ft)- Cable: ø 4 mm (0.157 in) approx. 80 g/m

24315Fig. 22: Measuringrange of VEGAFLEX 66 - coax version1 Reference plane2 Probe length3 Measuring range4 Upper dead band (see diagrams under Accura

2431245315Fig. 23: Measuringranges of the VEGAFLEX 66 - rod and cable version1 Reference plane2 Probe length3 Measuring range (default setting refers

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

- 2. HART value (Secondary Value) Distance to the level - scaled (for example hl, %)Resolution, digital > 1 mm (0.039 in)Accuracy (similar to DIN E

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. 24: 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. 26: 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. 28: Dev

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

l 1 xclosing cap ½ NPT, 1 x blind stopper½ NPT , 1 x blind stopper M16 x 1.5 oroptionally 1 x plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61or:l 1 x plug (depending on t

Voltage supplyOperating voltage- Non-Ex instrument 14 … 36 V DC- EEx-ia instrument 14 … 30 V DC- EEx-d-ia instrument 20 … 36 V DCOperating voltage wit

Protection class IIFunctional safety (SIL)Functional safety is already activated on instruments with SIL qualification ex factory. Oninstruments withou

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

Aluminium housing in protection rating IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar120 mm (4.72")~ 105 mm (4.13")116 mm (4.57")~ 150 mm (5.91")ø 84 mm (3.31

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

VEGAFLEX 66 - cable, rod version (-20 … +250 °C/-4 … +482 °F)SW41 (G1 / 1 NPT)SW46 (G1½ / 1½ NPT)G1 / 1 NPT,G1½ / 1½ NPTL140 mm (5.51")20 mm (0.7

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,

10.3 Industrial property rightsVEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights.Further information see http://www.vega.com.Only

VEGAFLEX 66 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire 6310 Supplement34169-EN-100426

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

123Fig. 1: VEGAFLEX 66 incable version with plastic housing1 Housing cover with integrated indicating and adjustment module (optional)2 Housing with e

Two-wire electronics 4 … 20 mA/HART for power supply andmeasured value transmission over the same cable.The supply voltage range can differ depending o