Vega VEGAFLEX 67 (-200…+400°C) 4 … 20 mA_HART two-wire User Manual

Operating InstructionsVEGAFLEX 67-200 … +400 °C4 … 20 mA/HART - two-wireDocument ID:32311Guided Microwave

TSd1h1h2d21L2L1Fig. 2: Interface measurement1 Reference planed1 Distance to the interface (HART value 1)d2 Distance to the level (HART value 3)TS Thic

The optional heating requires its own operating voltage. You can finddetails in the supplementary instructions manual "Heating for indicat-ing and

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

Fig. 3: Measures against moisture penetrationThe reference plane for the measuring range of the sensors is thesealing surface of the thread or flange.K

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

more than 1 m (3.281 in) length, you must secure the probe byfastening a suitable insulated brace or guy directly above the end ofthe rod.If there is

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:No grease should be used when screwing the NPT cable gland orsteel tube into the threaded insert. Standard grease can containadditives that co

2 If an indicating and adjustment module is installed, remove it byturning it to the left.3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry4 Remove approx.

I²CDisplay1 2 5 6 7 83412Fig. 8: Electronics and connection compartment, single chamber housing1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)2 Sprin

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

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

I2C11 2Fig. 12: Wiring plan, double chamber housing1 Voltage supply, signal output5.5 Wiring plan, Ex-d double chamber housing132Display1 2 5 6 7 8I2C

121 2Fig. 14: Connection compartment, Ex-d double chamber housing1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply and cable screen2 Ground terminal for conn

5.6 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar12Fig. 16: Wire assignment connection cable1 brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing s

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

Fig. 17: Insert indicating and adjustment moduleNote:If you intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustmentmodule for continuous me

6.3 Adjustment system2311.1Fig. 18: Indicating and adjustment elements1 LC display2 Indication of the menu item number3 Adjustment keysl [OK] key:- Mo

6.4 Setup stepsAfter connecting VEGAFLEX 67 to power supply or after a voltagerecurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30second

1 Move from the measured value display to the main menu bypushing [OK].▶Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnosticsServiceInfo2 Select the menu item "Basi

3 Save the settings with [OK].Each product has different reflective properties. In addition, there arevarious interfering factors which have to be taken

8 Maintenance and fault rectification8.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408.2 Remove interferences. . . . . . .

percentage and vessel volume. By activating the appropriate curve,the volume percentage of the vessel is displayed correctly. If thevolume should not

3 Confirm " False signal suppression - Change now" with [OK] andselect in the below menu "Create new". Enter the actual distancefro

Function Reset valueMax. adjustment Distance, upper dead zoneMin. adjustment - Rod/Coax version Distance, supplied sensor lengthMin. adjustment - Cabl

6.5 Menu schematicBasic adjustment1▶Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnosticsServiceInfo1.1Upper mediumDielectric figure of the uppermediumenter/calculate1.2M

Diagnostics3Basic adjustmentDisplay▶DiagnosticsServiceInfo3.1.1Peak valueInterfaceDistance min.: 0.464 m(d)Distance max.: 5.385 m(d)3.1.2Peak valueTot

Info5Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnosticsService▶Info5.1Instrument typeSerial number123456785.2Calibration date12. Dec. 2005Software version3.225.3Last

6.6 Saving the parameter adjustment dataWe recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operatinginstructions manual, and archiving them afterwa

7 Set up with PACTware and other adjustmentprograms7.1 Connect the PC312Fig. 19: Connection of the PC via VEGACONNECT directly to the sensor1 USB cabl

Necessary components:l VEGAFLEX 67l PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTMl VEGACONNECTl Power supply unit or processing system12 43OPENTWISTUSBLOCKFi

All currently available VEGA DTMs are included as a DTM Collectionon a CD. They can be purchased for a token fee from the responsibleVEGA agency. In a

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

8 Maintenance and fault rectification8.1 MaintenanceIf the instrument is used properly, no special maintenance is requiredin normal operation.8.2 Remov

Error Cause RectificationCurrent signalgreaterthan 22 mAor less than3.6 mAElectronics mo-dule in the sensordefectiveExchange the instrument or send it

l At the factory by VEGAl Or on site by the userIn both cases, the sensor serial number is necessary. The serialnumbers are stated on the type label o

the project assistant with "Start". The assistant establishes theconnection automatically and opens the parameter adjustment window"Sen

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 - version -200 … +400°C (-328 … +752°

- Rod: ø 16 mm (0.63 in) approx. 1600 g/m (17 oz/ft)- Cable: ø 6 mm (0.236 in) approx. 170 g/m (1.8 oz/ft)- Gravity weight approx. 730 g (25.8 oz)Prob

24351Fig. 22: Measuring ranges of VEGAFLEX 67 - coax version1 Reference plane2 Probe length3 Measuring range (default setting refers to the measuring

2435124531Fig. 23: Measuring ranges of the VEGAFLEX 67 - rod and cable version1 Reference plane2 Probe length3 Measuring range4 Upper dead band (see d

10 m (32.82 ft)11 m (36.09 ft)12 m (39.37 ft)13 m (42.65 ft)14 m (45.93 ft)15 m (49.21 ft)16 m (52.49 ft)17 m (55.77 ft)18 m (59.06 ft)23 m (75.46 ft)

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

TSd1h1h2d21L2L1Fig. 25: Interface measurement (interface is between L1 and L2)1 Reference planed1 Distance to the interface (Primary Value)d2 Distance

interface.Depending on the installation conditions, there canbe deviations which can be rectified with anadaptation of the adjustment or a change of th

L0-10 mm (-0.394")10 mm (0.394")0,1 m (3.937")0,15 m(1.968")1 1Fig. 28: Deviation VEGAFLEX 67 in coax version1 Dead zone - no meas

21-100°C(-148°F)-200°C(-328°F)100 bar(1450 psig)200 bar(2900 psig)300 bar(4350 psig)400 bar(5800 psig)380 bar(5510 psig)350 bar(5070 psig)0°C(32°F)200

Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 barCable entry/plug3)- Single chamber housing l 1 x cable gland M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø

- Min. bending radius 25 mm (0.984 in) with 25 °C (77 °F)- Diameter approx. 8 mm (0.315 in)- Colour - standard PE Black- Colour - standard PUR Blue- C

1000750500250141816 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36ΩV4123Fig. 31: Voltage diagram1 HART load2 Voltage limit EEx-ia instrument3 Voltage limit non-Ex/Ex-d in

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

VEGAFLEX 67, rod, cable version (-200 … +400 °C/-328 … +752 °F)SW60G1½ /1½ NPTø 16mm(5/8")ø 30mm(1 3/16")ø 6mm(15/64")L292mm (11 1/2&qu

2.5 CE conformityThis device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable ECguidelines. By attaching the CE mark, VEGA provides a confirmationof su

VEGAFLEX 67, coax version (-200 … +400 °C/-328 … +752 °F)G1½ / 1½ NPT ø 42,4 mm(1.67")L 292 mm (11.45")57 mm(2.24")35 mm(1.38")SW

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

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3 Product description3.1 StructureThe scope of delivery encompasses:l Level sensor VEGAFLEX 67l Documentation- this operating instructions manual- Ope

123Fig. 1: VEGAFLEX 67 in cable version with plastic housing1 Housing cover with integrated indicating and adjustment module (optional)2 Housing with

It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology andcan be used in liquids.High frequency microwave impulses are guided along a st