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Operating Instructions VEGAPULS SR 68

1. Display H Diagnostics Min max adjustment Set distances for level percentages Sensor reference plane Max adjustment cE Distance A Additional settings E Info Min adjustment c Distance B Software version Serial number Max adjustment in percent 100 00 Distance A mas adjustment 0 000 m OFFLINE Min adjustment in percent 0 00 Distance B min adjustment 20 000 m DK Cancel Apply 9p Disconnected ie Data set lad Administrator Se lt NONAME gt Administrator Fig 44 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 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
2. Step response time lt 3s Beam angle Horn antenna 40 mm 1 575 in 20 Horn antenna 48 mm 1 89 in 15 Horn antenna 75 mm 2 953 in 10 Horn antenna 95 mm 3 74 in 8 Parabolic antenna 3 Emitted HF power depending on the parameter adjustment Average spectral transmission power 14 dBm MHz EIRP density Max spectral transmission power 43 dBm 50 MHz EIRP density Max power density in a distance of lt 1 uW cm 1m Ambient conditions Ambient storage and transport tempera 40 80 C 40 176 F ture Process conditions For the process conditions please also note the specifications on the type label The lowest value always applies Seal Antenna impedance Process temperature measured on the process cone fitting PTFE 40 130 C 40 266 F FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT FFKM Kalrez 6375 PFFE 20 130 C 4 266 F PEEK 20 250 C 4 482 F FFKM Kalrez 2035 PFFE 15 130 C 5 266 F PEEK 15 210 C 5 410 F 2 Time span after a sudden measuring distance change by max 0 5 m in liquid applications max 2 m with bulk solids applications until the output signal has taken for the first time 90 of the final value IEC 61298 2 3 Outside the specified beam angle the energy of the radar signal has a level which is reduced by 50 3 dB EIRP Equivalent Is
3. The standard version is available as a download under www vega com downloads and Software The full version is avail able on CD from the agency serving you 7 3 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment data via PAC Tware That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 57 8 Set up with other systems VEGA 8 Setup 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 pa rameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire 58 Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Measured value memory Event memory Echo curve memory 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 nec essary clean the antenna system in certain
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5. Google Play Store e Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or e Enter the serial number manually in the app VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Scope of this operating instructions manual Scope of delivery Application area Functional principle Packaging Transport Transport inspection 3 Product description This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions e Hardware version from 2 1 0 e Software version from 4 5 1 The scope of delivery encompasses e Radar sensor e Documentation this operating instructions manual Test certificate measuring accuracy optional Operating instructions manual Display and adjustment mod ule optional Supplementary instructions GSM GPHS radio module optional Supplementary instructions manual Heating for display and adjustment module optional Supplementary instructions manual Plug connector for con tinuously measuring sensors optional Ex specific Safety instructions with Ex versions if necessary further certificates 3 2 Principle of operation The VEGAPULS SR 68 is a radar sensor for continuous measurement of bulk solids also under difficult process conditions It is particularly suitable for level measurement in high silos and large bunkers The instrument is also suitable for applications in liquids The antenn
6. 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 76 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 11 Supplement Aluminium housing 116 mm a 87 mm 4 57 243 86 mm 86 mm 3 39 3 39 M20x1 5 1 NPT M20x1 5 1e NPT Fig 58 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 in protection rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 59 Housing versions in protection IP 166 1P168 10bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 Ilmm O S358lin higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 77 11 Supplement VELA Stainless steel housing M20x1 5 4 Vo NPT M20x1 5 M20x1 5 Yo NPT D 2 15 NPT Fig 60 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 electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 2 Double chamber version precision casting Stainless steel housing in protecti
7. antenna Fig 14 Distance between antenna and socket with parabolic antenna If the medium has good reflective properties VEGAPULS SR 68 with horn antenna can also be mounted on a longer socket piece Recommended values for socket heights are specified in the following illustration You must carry out a false echo storage afterwards Fig 15 Deviating socket dimensions VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 21 4 Mounting Orientation 22 Ee VEGA Socket diameter d Socket length h Recommended anten na diameter 40 mm 100 mm 40 mm 50 mm 150 mm 48 mm 80 mm 250 mm 75 mm 100 mm 500 mm 95 mm 150 mm 800 mm 95 mm Socket diameter d Socket length h Recommended anten na diameter 112 3 9 in 112 2 5 9 in 2 3 9 8 in 3 4 19 7 in 4 6 31 5 in 4 Tip The instrument is also optionally available with an antenna extension The antenna length can be selected either ex works or later to allow the antenna to protrude slightly out of the end of the mounting socket Due to the antenna extension however disturbing reflections are generated in the close up range This can lead to an increase in the required minimum distance especially with poorly reflecting media such as plastic powder In practice a cleanly constructed mounting Socket if necessary with rounded edges introduces fewer disturbing influences than an antenna extension To measure as much of t
8. h 4 5 m h 5 m h 5 5 m h Gv A Dust protection cover of PE Threaded plug of 316Ti Reflux valve unmounted as option with non Ex version included in the scope of delivery with Ex version Material Seal for tube diameter opening pressure Nominal pressure stage 316Ti FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT FFKM Kalrez 6375 6 mm 0 5 bar 7 25 psig PN 250 Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar Options of the cable entry VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 73 11 Supplement Cable gland Cable entry Blind plug Closing cap Plug options Signal circuit Indication circuit M20 x 1 5 cable 5 9 mm 1e NPT M20 x 1 5 NPT M20 x 1 5 NPT Plug M12 x 1 according to ISO 4400 Harting HAN 7 8 FF M12 x 1 plug Wire cross section spring loaded terminals Massive wire cord Stranded wire with end sleeve 0 2 2 5 mm AWG 24 14 0 2 1 5 mm AWG 24 16 Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Options of the cable entry Cable gland with integrated connec tion cable Cable entry Blind plug Connection cable Wire cross section Wire resistance Tensile strength Standard length Max length Min bending radius Diameter approx Colour Non Ex version Colour Ex version Display and adjustment module Display element Measured value
9. in Reflector Plane plate reflector False reflections Biggest false signal 20 dB smaller than the useful signal Deviation with liquids See following diagrams TI 10 mm 0 394 in 2 mm 0 079 in 0 2 mm 0 079 in 10 mm 0 394 in Fig 56 Deviation under reference conditions 1 Heference plane 2 Antenna edge 3 Recommended measuring range Repeatability x1 mm Deviation with bulk solids The values depend to a great extent on the application Binding specifications are thus not possible Deviation under EMC influence x30 mm Variables influencing measurement accuracy Specifications apply to the digital measured value Temperature drift Digital output 3 mm 10 K relating to the max measuring range or max 10 mm Additional deviation through electromag x50 mm netic interference acc to EN 61326 Default values can be assigned individually VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 71 11 Supplement VELA Specifications apply also to the current output Temperature drift Current output 0 03 99 10 K relating to the 16 mA span max 0 3 96 Deviation on the current output through x15 uA analogue digital conversion Deviation on the current output due to lt 150 uA strong high frequency electromagnetic fields acc to EN 61326 Characteristics and performance data Measuring frequency K band 26 GHz technology Measuring cycle time approx 700 ms
10. intervals 9 2 Measured value and event memory The instrument has several memories which are available for diagno sis purposes The data remain even with voltage interruption Up to 60 000 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 certainty 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 e Modification of a parameter e Switch on and switch off times e Status messages according to NE 107 e 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 t
11. 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 one instrument and one electronics module with respective 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 electron ics 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 66 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service e Inthe factory e Or onsite 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 9 6 Software update The following components are required to update the sensor soft ware e Sensor Voltage supply Interface adapter VEGACONNECT PC with PACTware Current sensor software as file You can find the actual sensor software as well as detailed infor mation of the procedure under www vega co
12. is the Check installation and Reliability too small for a reliable meas process conditions low urement Clean the antenna Change polarisation direc tion Use instrument with higher sensitivity M504 Hardware defect Check connections Error on an Exchanging the electronics device inter Send instrument for repair face M505 Level echo can no longer Clean the antenna No echo avail be detected Use a more suitable able antenna sensor Remove possible false echoes Optimize sensor position and orientation 9 4 Rectify faults ures to rectify faults The first measures are The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas e Evaluation of fault messages for example via the display and adjustment module e Checking the output signal e Treatment of measurement errors Further comprehensive diagnostics options offer a PC with the soft ware PACTware and the suitable DTM In many cases the reasons can be determined in this way and faults can be 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 63 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service VELA Treatment of measure ment errors with bulk solids 64 Error Cause Rectification 4 20 mA signal Fluctuat
13. materials which can be recycled by spe cialised recycling companies We use recyclable materials and have designed the parts to be easily separable Correct disposal avoids negative effects on humans and the environ ment 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 spe cialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points These may be used only for privately used products according to the WEEE directive VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 11 Supplement 11 1 Technical data General data 316L corresponds to 1 4404 or 1 4435 Materials wetted parts Process fitting Process seal Antenna Antenna impedance cone seal antenna system Materials non wetted parts Plastic housing Aluminium die casting housing Stainless steel housing Seal between housing and housing cover Inspection window in housing cover optional Ground terminal Ohmic contact Process fittings Pipe thread cylindrical ISO 228 T1 American pipe thread tapered Flanges Weights Instrument depend
14. product surface and foam genera tion With bulk solids these are dust generation material cone and additional echoes from the vessel wall To adapt the sensor to these different measuring conditions the selection Liquid or Bulk solid should be made in this menu item Setup Mediur Measurenent loop name Mediun Solvent MEIGA based Application Chen mixtures tease Water based Jessel height Me ranae Water based Mediur Powder dust Granules pellets Ballast pebbles wj EEWEENETIZSUE Through this selection the sensor is adapted perfectly to the product and measurement reliability particularly in products with poor reflec tive properties is considerably increased 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 gt key In addition to the medium also the application i e the measuring site can influence the measurement With this menu item the sensor can be adapted to the applications The adjustment possibilities depend on the selection Liquid or Bulk solid under Medium Setup leasurerent loop name Mediur Application Wessel type Vessel height Me ranae The following options are available when Liquid is selected Replication icati Replication mi Stilling tube otorage tank hd Storage tank aaitation Storage tank on ships Stirred vessel Mok plastic vessel Dosing Wessel Open Wa
15. 1 Voltage supply signal output 2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 35 5 Connecting to power supply DIS ADAPT with plug connector M12 x 1 for external display and adjustment unit A Fig 35 View to the electronics compartment 1 DIS ADAPT 2 Internal plug connection 3 Plug connector M12 x 1 Fig 36 Top view of the plug connector 1 Pini 2 Pin2 3 Pin3 4 Pin4 Contact pin Colour connection ca Terminal electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 1 Brown 5 Pin 2 White 6 Pin 3 Blue 7 Pin 4 Black 8 5 6 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Wire assignment con nection cable Fig 37 Wire assignment fix connected connection cable 1 brown and blue to power supply or to the processing system 2 Shielding 36 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply 5 7 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 e Internal check of the electronics e Indication of the instrument type hardware and software version measurement loop name on the display or PC e Indication of the status message F 105 Determine measured value on the display or PC e The output signal jumps to the set error current As soon as a plausible measured value is
16. 130624 Installation in subsurface enclosures Mounting in multiple chamber silo 4 Mounting Fig 21 Mounting of the instrument on insulated vessels 1 Electronics housing 2 Distance piece 3 Vessel insulation For level measurements in concrete silos the sensors are often mounted in protective boxes These boxes can be for example metal lic closed subsurface enclosures Fig 22 Mounting of the instrument in an subsurface enclosure 1 Subsurface enclosure 2 Concrete bottom For this application the minimal amounts of stray radiation from the sensor can be reflected and strengthened by the walls of the subsur face enclosures In the case of sensors with plastic housings this can lead to coupling disturbances This can be avoided by using a sensor with aluminium or stainless steel housing The silo walls of multiple chamber silos are often made of profile walls such as e g profile sheeting to ensure the required stability If the radar sensor is mounted very close to a heavily structured vessel wall considerable false reflections can be generated Hence the sen VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 27 4 Mounting VEGA sor should be mounted at a large distance from the separating wall The optimal mounting position is on the outer wall of the silo with the sensor directed towards the emptying aperture in the silo center Fig 23 Mounting of VEGAPULS SR 68 in multiple chamber silos Fig 24 Orie
17. A HART Protection IP66 57 Range max 35 m Temperature process See manual and approval documents Process pressure 1 40bar 100 4 4000kP a it Wetted parts 316L FKM PTFE cua aD aa ce a A HW Ver 2 1 0 SW Ver 4 5 1 CET Order 0000000 000 2012 O sin 22528518 iir 40 VEGA 77761 Schi tach Germany www vega com 1 Fig 4 Layout of the type label example Instrument type Product code Approvals Power supply and signal output electronics Protection rating Measuring range Process and ambient temperature process pressure Material wetted parts Hardware and software version 10 Order number 11 Serial number of the instrument 12 Symbol of the device protection class 13 ID numbers instrument documentation 14 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation 15 Notified authority for CE marking 16 Approval directive 0001405 l5 With the serial number of the instrument on the type label you can find the following data on our homepage Article number of the instrument HTML Delivery date HTML Order specific instrument features HTML Operating instructions at the time of shipment PDF Order specific sensor data for an electronics exchange XML Test certificate pressure transmitters PDF Go to www vega com VEGA Tools and Serial number search As an alternative you can find the data via your Smartphone e Download the smartphone app VEGA Tools from the Apple App Store or the
18. M oa pma eer enc eee ee errr oio bu A Ductus Ore I NU 69 UR AEQ o RTT rm 76 Safety instructions for Ex areas Please note the Ex specific safety information for installation and op eration in Ex areas These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex approved instruments Editing status 2013 05 16 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 5 1 About this document gt me VEGA 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 instruc tions for maintenance and fault rectification Please read this informa tion 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 Symbolism 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 ins
19. Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Ll Document ID 38294 Quick start Mounting Electrical connection Set parameters VEGA Quick start The quick start procedure enables a quick setup with many applica tions You can find further information in the respective chapters of the operating instructions manual 1 Distance from the vessel wall gt 200 mm the antenna should protrude gt 10 mm into the vessel ca 10 mm Fig 1 Distance of the antenna to the vessel wall vessel ceiling 2 Note min socket diameter depending on the socket length 3 Note the instructions for sealing For further information see chapter Mounting 1 Make sure that the power supply corresponds to the specifica tions on the type label 2 Connectthe instrument according to the following illustration Fig 2 Electronics and connection compartment single chamber housing Voltage supply signal output For display and adjustment module or interface adapter For external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen AC N See also chapter Connecting to power supply 1 Goviathe display and adjustment module to the menu Setup Display Diagnostics Additional adjustments Info 2 Select inthe menu item Medium the medium of your applica tion for example Powder Dust VEGA
20. PULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Parameterization example Further steps Quick start Setup Measurenent loop name Mediu ee sider dust Application Granules pellets Wessel type Ballast pebbles Vessel height Me ranae 3 Select in the menu item Application the vessel the application and the vessel form for example silo Setup Measurenent loop name Bunker quick filling Wessel type Heap Wessel height Me ranae Crusher 4 Carry out the adjustment in the menu items Min adjustment and Max adjustment Setup Hin adjustment lax adjustment Wessel height Me ranae Max adjustment 0 00 i 100 00 Min adjustment Damping 35 000m 0 000m Current output mode LTD m 1 971 m The radar sensor as a distance measuring instrument measures the distance from the sensor to the product surface For indication of the real level an allocation of the measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out Fig 3 Parameterization example 1 Min level 4 max meas distance 2 Max level min meas distance For this adjustment the distance is entered for min and max level If these values are not known an adjustment with distances for example of 10 and 90 is also possible Starting point for these distance specifications is always the seal surface of the thread or flange 1 In the menu Additional settings menu item Damping
21. S SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 61 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service Function check Out of specification Maintenance 62 VEGA Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage F260 Error in the calibration car Exchanging the electronics Error in the ried out in the factory Send instrument for repair calibration Error in the EEPROM F261 Error during setup Repeat setup Error in the False signal suppression Repeat reset configuration faulty Error when carrying outa reset F264 Adjustment not within the Check or correct installation Installation vessel height measuring and or parameter adjust Setup error range ment Max measuring range of Use an instrument with big the instrument not sufficient ger measuring range F265 Sensor no longer carries Check operating voltage Measurement out a measurement Carry out a reset function dis Operating voltage too low Separate operating voltage turbed 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 Simulation ac tive Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage C700 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 sta
22. 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 This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service 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 This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD Failure 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 mes sage Cause Rectification F013 no measured value avail able Sensor does not detect an echo during operation Antenna system contami nated or defective Check or correct installation and or parameter adjust ment Clean or exchange process component or antenna F017 Adjustment span too small Adjustment not within specification Change
23. a of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with a duration of approx 1 ns These pulses are reflected by the product and received by the antenna as echoes The transit time of the radar pulses from emission to reception is proportional to the distance and hence to the level The determined level is converted into an appropri ate output signal and outputted as measured value 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 environment friendly 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 under 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 con cealed defects must be appropriately dealt with VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 11 3 Product description Storage Storage and transport temperature PLICSCOM VEGACONNECT VEGADIS 81 VEGADIS 62 PLICSMOBILE T61 12 VEGA Up to the time of installation the packages must be left closed and stored according to the orientation and storage mar
24. adjustment accord ing to the limit values dif ference between min and max z 10 mm F025 Error in the linearization table Index markers are not con tinuously rising for examle unlogical value pairs Check linearization table Delete table Create new F036 No operable software Failed or interrupted soft ware update Repeat software update Check electronics version Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair F040 Error in the electronics F080 Hardware defect General software error Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair Separate operating voltage briefly F105 Determine measured value The instrument is still in the start phase the measured value could not yet be determined Wait for the end of the Duration depending on switch on phase the version and parameter adjustment up to approxi mately 3 min F113 Communica tion error EMC interferences Transmission error with the external communication with 4 wire power supply unit Remove EMC influences Exchange 4 wire power supply unit or electronics F125 Unpermissi ble electronics temperature Temperature of the elec tronics in the non specified section Check ambient temperature Isolate electronics Use instrument with higher temperature range VEGAPUL
25. ansverse reflection larger than the level echo Direct sensor to the opposite funnel wall avoid crossing with the filling stream 4 Measured val ue fluctuates around 10 20 96 Various echoes from an uneven product surface e g a material cone Check parameter Medium type and adapt if necessary Optimize installation position and sensor orientation Reflections from the product surface via the vessel wall deflection Select a more suitable installa tion position optimize sensor orientation e g with a swivel ling holder 5 Measured value jumps sporadically to 100 during filling Changing condensation or con tamination on the antenna Carry out a false signal sup pression or increase false signal suppression with con densation contamination in the close range by editing With bulk solids use radar sen sor with purging air connection or flexible antenna cover VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 65 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service VELA Measurement error during emptying Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 6 Measured value re gl False echo larger than the level Remove false echoes in the mains unchanged in S echo close range Check Antenna the close range during Level echo too small must protrude out of the socket emptying Ss Remove contamination on the antenna Minimize interfering instal
26. e 13 Electronics module 13 Reset 52 S Service hotline 66 Shielding 30 Socket 19 Status messages 60 Storage 12 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Subsurface enclosure 27 T Type plate 10 V Vessel form 46 Vessel height 46 Vessel installations 25 Vessel insulation 26 Voltage supply 30 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire INDEX 85 Notes 86 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Notes 87 Printing date All statements concerning scope of delivery application practical use and operat ing conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing Subject to change without prior notice 38294 EN 130624 O VEGA Grieshaber KG Schiltach Germany 2013 C C VEGA Grieshaber KG Phone 49 7836 50 0 Am Hohenstein 113 Fax 49 7836 50 201 77761 Schiltach E mail info de vega com Germany www vega com
27. e The device must be insensitive to interfering immissions including those that may cause undesirable operating conditions Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer will lead to expiry of the operating licence according to FCC IC The instrument is in conformity with RSS 210 of the IC regulations The instrument may only be used in closed vessels made of metal concrete or fibre reinforced plastic VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 2 For your safety 2 9 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 pro tection 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 e Chapter Packaging transport and storage e Chapter Disposal VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 9 3 Product description Type plate Serial number 10 VEGA 3 Product description 3 1 Configuration The nameplate contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument VEGAPULS i PS62 CIBF C2HKMAX IECEx PTB 04 0008X Ex ia IC 16 71 Ga Ga Gb Gb ECC ID O6QPS60XK1 IC ID 3892A PS616253 Electronics 4 20mA HART two wire 9 6 30 VDC Qe 4 20mm
28. e antenna possible Plastic tank e Vessel Measurement fix mounted or integrated Measurement depending on the application through the vessel top With empty vessel the measurement can be carried out through the bottom e Process measurement conditions Condensation on the plastic ceiling n outside facilities water and snow on the vessel top possible Transportable plastic tank e Vessel Material and thickness different Measurement through the vessel top e Process measurement conditions VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 43 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA 44 Measured value jump with vessel change Open water gauge measurement e Gauge rate of change slow gauge change e Process measurement conditions Distance sensor to water surface to big Extreme damping of output signal due to wave generation Ice and condensation on the antenna possible Spiders and insect nestle in the antennas Floating material and animals sporadically on the water surface Open flume flow measurement e Gauge rate of change slow gauge change e Process measurement conditions Ice and condensation on the antenna possible Spiders and insect nestle in the antennas Smooth water surface Exact measurement result required Distance to the water surface normally relatively high Rain water overfall weir e Gauge rate of change slow gauge change e Process measureme
29. eliability Simulation Curve indication Echo curve memory i Echo cure Peiona False signal suppression Additional adjustments The False signal suppression displays the saved false echoes see menu Additional settings of the empty vessel with signal strength in dB over the measuring range Diagnostics Curve indication Meas reliability Simulation Curve indication Echo curve menory Setup Displau Diagnostic MN False signal suppression Additional adjustments Info False signal suppression iz C4EI Bn ou A comparison of echo curve and false signal suppression allows a more accurate conclusion on measurement reliability The selected curve is continuously updated With the OK key a submenu with zoom functions is opened e X Zoom Zoom function for the meas distance e Y Zoom 1 2 5 and 10x signal magnification in dB e Unzoom Reset the presentation to the nominal measuring range with single magnification With the function Echo curve memory the echo curve can be saved at the time of setup This is generally recommended for using the As set Management functions it is absolutely necessary If possible the curve should be saved with a low level in the vessel With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC the high resolu tion echo curve can be displayed and used to recognize signal changes over the operating time In addition the echo curve of the setup can be also dis
30. ent Min adjustment Damping Current output mode 2 Edit the percentage value with OK and set the cursor to the requested position with 2 Hin adjustment 000 00 10 00 110 00 pe mm ENS 3 Set the requested percentage value with and save with OK The cursor jumps now to the distance value VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 47 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Setup Max adjustment Diagnosis Peak value Diagnosis Measurement reliability 48 Hin adjustment 5 000 n 0 000 Dun EE al 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 5 Save settings with OK and move with ESC and gt to the max adjustment Proceed as follows 1 Select with gt the menu item max adjustment and confirm with OK Setup Hax adjustment Wessel type Wessel height Me range 100 00 z Max adjustment Min adjustment 0 D0 060 m Ponpe L971 m 2 Prepare the percentage value for editing with OK and set the cursor to the requested position with gt Hax adjustment 100 00 10 00 110 00 Jp ps 3 Setthe requested percentage value with and save with OK The cursor jumps now to the distance value Hax adjustment 0 000 n O 000 7000 aS Sa 4 Enter the appropriate distance value in m corresponding to the p
31. ent accuracy from 95 Stirrer vessel reactor e Setup all vessel sizes possible e Product speed Fastto slow filling possible Vesselis very often filled and emptied e Vessel Socket available Large agitator blades of metal Vortex breakers heating spirals e Process measurement conditions Condensation buildup by movement VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Strong spout generation Very agitated surface foam generation Dosing vessel e Setup all vessel sizes possible e Product speed Fast filling and emptying Vessel is very often filled and emptied e Vessel narrow installation situation e Process measurement conditions Condensation buildup on the antenna Foam generation Standpipe e Product speed very fast filling and emptying e Vessel Vent hole Joins like flanges weld joints Shifting of the running time in the tube e Process measurement conditions Condensation Buildup Bypass e Product speed Fastup to slow filling with short up to long bypass tube possible Often the level is hold via a control facility e Vessel Lateral outlets and inlets Joins like flanges weld joints Shifting of the running time in the tube e Process measurement conditions Condensation Buildup Separation of oil and water possible Overfilling into th
32. ent module VELA Setup Vessel height measuring range Setup Vessel form Setup Adjustment 46 Through this selection the sensor is adapted optimally to the applica tion or the location and measurement reliability under the various basic conditions is increased considerably 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 gt key With this selection the operating range of the sensor is adapted to the vessel height and the reliability with different frame conditions is increased considerably Independent from this the min adjustment must be carried out Wessel height Meas ranae Application 35 000m Wessel type Wessel height Me ranae Nax adjustment 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 gt key Also the vessel form can influence the measurement apart from the medium and the application To adapt the sensor to these measure ment conditions this menu item offers you different options for vessel bottom and ceiling in case of certain applications Wessel type Wessel top EUST Dished boiler 7 ener Wessel height Me ranae Wessel botton Angular Max adjustment Dished boiler T Straiaht mL izhed boiler Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys save your settings with OK and jump
33. ercentage value for the full vessel Keep in mind that the max level must lie below the min distance to the antenna edge 5 Save settings with OK The respective min and max measured value is saved in the sensor The values are displayed in the menu item Peak values Diagnostics Peak values Distances Setup Dewice status Min Display Peak values Distances Diagnostic Electronics temperature 0 108 m EBENEN ENE NETE Pee rE ENE Max Info Simulation 12 911 m When non contact level sensors are used the measurement can be influenced by the respective process conditions In this menu item the measurement reliability of the level echo is displayed as dB value The measurement reliability equals signal strength minus noise The higher the value the more reliable the measurement With a function ing measurement the values are gt 10 dB VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Diagnostics Peak values Distances Electronics tenperature Heas reliability 15 dB Diagnostics Additional adjustments Info Meas reliability Simulation Curve indication Diagnoses Curve indica The Echo curve shows the signal strength of the echoes over the tion Diagnostics Echo curve memory measuring range in dB The signal strength enables an evaluation of the quality of the measurement Diagnostics Curve indication Heas r
34. escription Error pattern Cause Rectification 1 Measured value z shows a too low or too high level Min max adjustment not correct Adapt min max adjustment Wrong linearization curve Adapt linearization curve 2 Measured value jumps towards 100 Due to the process the ampli tude of the product echo sinks A false signal suppression was not carried out Carry out a false signal sup pression Amplitude or position of a false echo has changed e g condensation buildup false signal suppression no longer matches Determine the reason for the changed false echoes carry out false signal suppression e g with condensation Measurement error during filling Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 3 Measured value jumps towards 0 96 during filling Amplitude of a multiple echo vessel top product surface is larger than the level echo Check parameter Application especially vessel top product type dished end high dielectric figure adapt if necessary The level echo cannot be distin guished from the false echo at a false echo position jumps to multiple echo Remove reduce false echo minimize interfering installa tions by changing the polariza tion direction Chose a more suitable installa tion position Transverse reflection from an extraction funnel amplitude of the tr
35. 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 37 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA 38 6 Setup 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 any time Four positions displaced by 90 can be se lected 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 posi tion onto the electronics and turn to the right until it snaps in 3 Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on Removal is carried out in reverse order The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor an ad ditional connection is not necessary Fig 38 Insertion of the display and adjustment module with single chamber housing into the electronics compartment VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Key functions 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Fig 39 Insertion of the display and adjustment module into the double chamber housing 1 Inthe electronics compartment 2 Inthe connection compartment with Ex d ia version not possible Note If you intend to retrof
36. he measure ment conditions during operation or buildup on the sensor can thus be recognized The echo curve of the setup is stored via VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 59 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service VELA Status messages 60 e PC with PACTware DTM e Control system with EDD e 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 e PC with PACTware DTM e 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 Fig 45 Pictographs of the status messages Failure red Out of specification yellow Function check orange Maintenance blue Ac Nu 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
37. he potential connections inside the instrument in chapter Technical data 5 2 Connecting The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the spring loaded terminals in the housing The connection to the display and adjustment module or to the inter face 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 Ifa display and adjustment module is installed remove it by turn ing it slightly to the left 3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 31 5 Connecting to power supply 32 baie Fig 27 Connection steps 5 and 6 Single chamber housing Fig 28 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 insert ed directly into the terminal openings In case of flexible cores without end sleeves press the terminal from above with a small screwd
38. he 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 mounting is carried out on a socket It should be positioned on one third up to the half of the vessel radius VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 4 Mounting Tar Jor Fig 16 Orientation If mounting in the centre of the silo is not possible the sensor can be directed to the vessel center by using the optional swivelling holder The following description shows a simple way to determine the required angle of inclination VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 23 4 Mounting Fig 17 Proposal for installation after orientation VEGAPULS SR 68 The angle of inclination depends on the vessel dimensions It can be easily checked with a suitable level or water leve on the sensor The following chart specifies the distance a between installation position and vessel centre dependent on the measuring distance for inclination angles of 2 10 Distance d 2 4 6 8 10 m 2 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 4 0 1 0 3 0 4 0 6 0 7 6 0 2 0 4 0 6 0 8 1 1 8 0 3 0 6 0 8 1 1 1 4 10 0 3 0 7 1 1 1 4 1 8 15 0 5 1 0 1 6 2 1 2 6 20 0 7 1 4 2 1 2 8 3 5 25 0 9 1 7 2 6 3 5 4 4 30 1 0 2 1 3 2 4 2 5 3 Example In a vessel 20 m high the installat
39. her information in the operating instructions Elec tronics module VEGAPULS series 60 Document ID 36801 The antenna impedance cone is used for optimum transmission of microwaves and for sealing against the process You find further information in the operating instructions Antenna impedance cone VEGAPULS 62 and 68 Document ID 31381 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 13 4 Mounting Screwing in A Protection against mois ture Suitability for the process conditions 14 VEGA 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions On instruments with process fitting thread the hexagon must be tight ened with a suitable screwdriver Wrench size see chapter Dimen sions Warning The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in Applying tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing Protect your instrument further through the following measures against moisture penetration e Use the recommended cable see chapter Connecting to power supply e Tighten the cable gland e Loopthe connection cable downward in front of the cable gland This applies particularly to e Outdoor mounting e Installations in areas where high humidity is expected e g through cleaning processes e Installations on cooled or heated vessels Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process are suitable for the existing process conditions These are mainly e Active measuring component e Proces
40. idth across flats 41 torque max 50 Nm 10 Fasten counter nut 2 with a wrench width across flats 36 torque max 40 Nm Note On the version with rinsing air connection make sure that the holes in the antenna and in the process fitting coincide This ensures a suf ficient air flow the air is led through the holes to the feed system A rinsing of the whole parabolic antenna is not intended Fig 5 Dismounting parabolic antenna Connection piece Compression nut Locknut Parabolic antenna AC Nc 4 3 Mounting preparations Horn antenna The instrument is also available in versions with an antenna whose diameter is larger than the process fitting thread flange In such cases the antenna must be disconnected from the process fitting before mounting Proceed as follows 1 Loosen the hexagon socket screws 3 on the antenna socket with an Allen wrench size 3 2 Remove the antenna 4 Note The plastic cone may not be pulled out of the antenna socket VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 15 4 Mounting Polarisation 16 ae VEGA 3 Insert the antenna from below into the vessel socket and secure it against falling off 4 Retighten the antenna with hexagon screws to the antenna socket torque max 2 5 Nm 1 8 Ibf ft Note The radar sensor with rinsing air connection or antenna extension is provided with a notch on the antenna socket This notch must be aligned with the marking on
41. iles with deflectors If there are agitators in the vessel a false signal suppression should be carried out with the agitators in motion This ensures that the interfering reflections from the agitators are saved with the blades in different positions VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 25 4 Mounting Material heaps pe Mounting in the vessel insulation 26 Fig 19 Agitators Large material heaps are detected with several sensors which can be mounted on e g traverse cranes For this type of application it is best to orient the sensor toward the solid surface A mutual infuence of the sensors is not possible ZA A a TAa aa UA Fig 20 Radar sensors on traverse crane Information Keep in mind that for these applications the sensors are designed for relatively slow level changes When using VEGAPULS SR 68 on a movable bracket the max measuring rate must be observed see chapter Technical data Instruments for a temperature range up to 250 C or up to 450 C have a distance piece between process fitting and electronics hous ing Ths distance piece is used for thermal decoupling of the electron ics against high process temperatures Information The distance piece must only be incorporated up to max 50 mm in the vessel isolation Only then a reliable temperature decoupling is guaranteed VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN
42. increased Automatic false signal suppression with partly filled vessel Bunker large volumed e Vessel of concrete or metal Structured vessel walls Installations present e Process measurement conditions Large distance to the medium Large angles of repose Bunker with fast filling e Vessel of concrete or metal also multiple chamber silo Structured vessel walls Installations present e Process measurement conditions Measured value jumps e g by truck loading Large distance to the medium Large angles of repose Heap e Sensor mounting on movable conveyor belts e Detection of the heap profile e Height detection during filling e Process measurement conditions Measured value jumps e g by the profile of the heap or trav erses Large angles of repose Measurement near the filling stream Crusher e Vessel installations wear and protective facilities available e Process measurement conditions Measured value jumps e g by truck loading Fastreaction time Large distance to the medium Demonstration e Adjustment for all applications which are not typically level meas urement e Sensor accepts all measured value changes within the measuring range immediately e Typical applications Instrument demonstration Object recognition monitoring additional settings required VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 45 6 Set up with the display and adjustm
43. indication Number of digits Size of digits Adjustment elements Protection rating unassembled mounted into the housing without cover Materials Housing Inspection window 74 M20 x 1 5 cable 5 9 mm 1e NPT M20 x 1 5 Ve NPT 0 5 mm AWG 20 lt 0 036 O m 1200 N 270 Ibf 5 m 16 4 ft 180 m 590 6 ft 25 mm 0 984 in with 25 C 77 F 8 mm 0 315 in Black Blue Display with backlight 5 WxH 7x13 mm 4 keys IP 20 IP 40 ABS Polyester foil VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Integrated clock Date format Time format Time zone Ex factory Measurement electronics temerature Resolution Accuracy Voltage supply Operating voltage U Non Ex instrument Ex ia instrument Ex d ia instrument Ex d ia instrument with ship approval 11 Supplement Day Month Year 12 h 24 h CET 1 C 1 8 F 1 C 1 8 F Operating voltage U illuminated display and adjustment module Non Ex instrument Ex ia instrument Ex d ia instrument Interpolation protection 9 6 36 V DC 9 6 30 V DC 14 36V DC 15 36V DC 16 36V DC 16 30V DC 20 36 V DC Integrated Permissible residual ripple Non Ex Ex ia instrument for 9 6 V lt U 14V for 18 V lt U lt 36 V lt 0 7 V 16 400 Hz lt 1 0 V 16 400 Hz eff Permissible resid
44. ing on housing process fitting and antenna Antenna extension Length antenna extension max 11 Supplement 316L On site instruments with thread Klingersil C 4400 is attached 316L 316L electropolished 316L Safecoat coated PTFE TFM 1600 oder PTFE INOFLON M290 PEEK FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT FFKM Kalrez 6375 FFKM Kalrez 2035 FFKM Kalrez 6230 FDA plastic PBT Polyester Aluminium die casting AlSi10Mg powder coated basis Polyester 316L NBR stainless steel housing precision casting silicone aluminium plastic housing stainless steel housng electropolished Polycarbonate 316L Between ground terminal process fitting and antenna G1 2 A according to DIN 3852 A 1 NPT 2 NPT DIN from DN 25 ANSI from 1 approx 2 17 2 kg 4 409 37 92 Ibs 1 6 kg m 1 157 Ibs ft 5 85 m 19 19 ft Torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes Plastic housing Aluminium Stainless steel housing Input variable Measured variable max 10 Nm 7 376 Ibf ft max 50 Nm 36 88 Ibf ft The measured quantity is the distance between process fitting of the sensor and product surface The reference plane is the seal surface on the hexagon or the lower side of the flange VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 69 11 Supplement VEGA Fig 55 Data of the input variable 1 Reference plane 2 Measured variable max measuring range 3 Antenna length 4 Useful measuring range Max measur
45. ing range 30 m 98 43 ft Recommended meas range depending on the antenna diameter 40 mm 1 575 in up to 15 m 49 21 ft 48 mm 1 89 in up to 20 m 65 62 ft 75 mm 2 953 in 95 mm 38 74 in up to 30 m 98 43 ft Parabolic antenna up to 30 m 98 43 ft Output variable Output signal 4 20 mA HART Range of the output signal 3 8 20 5 mA HART default setting Fulfilled HART specification 7 0 Signal resolution 0 3 uA Failure signal current output adjustable mA value unchanged 20 5 mA 22 mA lt 3 6 mA Max output current 22 mA Starting current lt 3 6 mA x 10 mA for 5 ms after switching on Load see load diagram under Power supply Damping 63 96 of the input variable 0 999s adjustable 70 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 11 Supplement HART output values according to HART 7 0 PV Primary Value Distance to the level SV Secondary Value Level as percentage value TV Third Value Linearised percentage value QV Fourth Value Scaled measured value Resolution digital lt 1mm 0 039 in Accuracy according to DIN EN 60770 1 Process reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298 1 Temperature 18 30 C 64 86 F Relative humidity 45 75 96 Air pressure 860 1060 mbar 86 106 kPa 12 5 15 4 psig Installation reference conditions Min distance to installations gt 200 mm 7 874
46. ion 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 24 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Vessel installations Agitators 4 Mounting Proceed as follows to adjust the angle of inclination with the swivelling holder 1 Loosen terminal screw of the swivelling holder with a fork spanner SW 13 2 Directthe sensor check angle of inclination Information The max angle of inclination of the swivelling holder is approx 15 3 Tighten the terminal screw torque max 20 Nm Information The hexagon screws must not be loosened 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 spi rals 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 Fig 18 Cover smooth prof
47. ions of Set damping according to the not stable the measured instrument via the display and variable adjustment module or PACTware DTM 4 20mA signal Electrical con Check connection according to missing nection faulty chapter Connection steps and if necessary correct according to chapter Wiring plan Voltage supply Check cables for breaks repair if missing necessary Operating volt Check adapt if necessary age too low or load resistance too high Current sig Electronics Exchange the instrument or send it nal greater than module in the in for repair 22 mA or less sensor defec than 3 6 mA tive The below tables show typical examples for application relevant measurement errors with bulk solids There are two measurement errors e Constant level e Filling e Emptying The images in column Error pattern show the real level with a bro ken line and the level displayed by the sensor as a continuous line 1 Real level 2 Level displayed by the sensor Notes e Wherever the sensor displays a constant value the reason could also be the fault setting of the current output to Hold value e Incase ofatoo low level indication the reason could be a line resistance that is too high VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Measurement error with constant level 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service Fault d
48. it 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 Fig 40 Display and adjustment elements 1 LC display 2 Adjustment keys e OK key Move to the menu overview VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 39 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Adjustment system Main menu 40 bao Confirm selected menu Edit parameter Save value e gt key Presentation change measured value Select list entry Select editing position e key Change value of the parameter e ESC key Interrupt input Jump to next higher menu The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the display and adjust ment 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 Parameter adjustment Through the parameter adjustment the instrument is adapted to the application conditions The parameter adjustment is carried out via an adjustment menu The main menu is divided into five sections with the following func tions Display Diagnostics Additional adjustments Info Setup Settings e g for measureme
49. kings on the outside Unless otherwise indicated the packages must be stored only under the following conditions e 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 e Relative humidity 20 85 96 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 The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics sensors For sensors with double chamber housing the interface adapter DISADAPT is also required for VEGADIS 81 You can find further information in the operating instructions VE GADIS 81 Document ID 43814 VEGADIS 62 is suitable for measured value indica
50. l connection to the connection compartment 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 33 5 Connecting to power supply Connection compartment Connection compartment Radio module PLICS MOBILE 34 VEGA Information The connection of an external display and adjustment unit is not pos sible with this double chamber housing Fig 31 Connection compartment double chamber housing 1 Voltage supply Signal output 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter 3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen Fig 32 Connection compartment radio module PLICSMOBILE 1 Voltage supply You can find detailed information on connection in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE GSM GPRS radio module VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Electronics compartment Connection compartment 5 Connecting to power supply 5 5 Wiring plan double chamber housing Ex d C Fig 33 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 1 Internal connection to the connection compartment 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter 3 Internal connection to the plug connector for external display and adjust ment unit optional Note If an instrument with Ex d ia approval is used HART multidrop op eration is not possible Fig 34 Connection compartment Ex d double chamber housing
51. lations in the close range by changing the polarization direction After removing the false ech oes the false signal suppres sion must be deleted Carry out a new false signal suppression 7 Measured value aL Changing condensation or con Carry out false signal suppres jumps sporadically to WD tamination on the antenna sion or increase false signal wards 100 96 during suppression in the close range emptying J by editing With bulk solids use radar sen sor with purging air connection or flexible antenna cover 8 Measured val ue fluctuates around 10 2096 Various echoes from an uneven Check parameter Medium product surface e g an extrac type and adapt if necessary tion funnel Optimize installation position and sensor orientation Reflections from the product surface via the vessel wall deflection Reaction after fault recti Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken the fication steps described in chapter Setup must be carried out again or must be checked for plausibility and completeness 24 hour service hotline 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
52. m downloads and Software You can find information about the installation in the download file Caution Instruments with approvals can be bound to certain software ver sions Therefore make sure that the approval remains effective with a software update You can find detailed information on www vega com downloads and Approvals 9 7 How to proceed in case of repair You can find a repair form as well as detailed information on how to proceed under www vega com downloads and Forms and certifi cates By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without hav ing to call back for needed information If a repair is necessary please proceed as follows e Print and fill out one form per instrument e Clean the instrument and pack it damage proof e Attach the completed form and if need be also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging e Please contact for the return shipment the agency serving you You can find the agency on our home page www vega com VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 67 10 Dismounting 68 10 Dismounting 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 cor rosive 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
53. ment VEGA VEGAPULS SR 68 parabolic antenna and swivelling holder Fig 65 VEGAPULS SR 68 parabolic antenna and swivelling holder 1 Standard 2 With temperature adapter up to 200 C 82 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VELA 11 Supplement 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 gesch tzt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte N here Informationen unter www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellec tuelle Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au site www vega com VEGA lineas de productos est n protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad indus trial Para mayor informaci n revise la pagina web www vega com Jlnuna npoaykuua cbupmb BETA 3aujuujarorcsa no BceMy MUpy npaBaMM Ha MHTeTITIeKTyaJIbHyIO COOCTBeEHHOCTb lanbHenuryio uHcdpopMauMuro cMorpure Ha calire Wwww vega com VEGA Gi Te amp EK 28 AIR P MARE 3t 254s Biss A Yh lt www vega com gt 11 4 Trademark All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor originator VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 83 INDEX INDEX A Acce
54. mmable linearization curve The function can also be used to transfer settings from one instru ment to another instrument of the same type If it is necessary to exchange a sensor the display and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are likewise written into the sensor via the menu item Copy sensor data VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 7 Setup with PACTware 7 Setup with PACTware 7 1 Connect the PC Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor Fig 42 Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter 1 USBcable to the PC 2 Interface adapter VEGACONNECT 3 Sensor Via the interface adapter and HART E ooo 0000000 amp 9 ooo 0000000 Fig 43 Connecting the PC via HAHT to the signal cable Sensor HART resistance 250 Q optional depending on processing Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals Processing system PLC Voltage supply Interface adapter for example VEGACONNECT 4 O14 Colo Note With power supply units with integrated HART resistance internal resistance approx 250 C 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 55 7 Setup with PACT
55. mmended for using the As set Management functions it is absolutely necessary If possible the curve should be saved with a low level in the vessel With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC the high resolu tion echo curve can be displayed and used to recognize signal changes over the operating time In addition the echo curve of the setup can be also displayed in the echo curve window and compared with the actual echo curve Diagnostics Echo curve memory Meque Gave agnostics Echo curve memory echo curve Additional adjustments of the setup Info Device status A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume does not increase linearly with the level e g a horizontal cylindri cal or spherical tank and the indication or output of the volume is required Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these vessels They represent the correlation between the level percentage and vessel volume By activating the appropriate curve the volume percentage of the vessel is displayed correctly If the volume should not be displayed in percent but e g in or kg a scaling can be also set in the menu item Display Additional adjustments Linearization Setup Inztrument unitz Display False signal suppression Diagnostics Linearization curve linear F FIH Additional adjustments Dates Time VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 51 6 Set up with the display and adjustme
56. n currents are expected the connection on the processing side must be made via a ceramic capacitor e g 1 nF 1500 V The low frequency potential equalisation currents are thus suppressed but the protective effect against high frequency interfer ence signals remains 30 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Cable screening and grounding with potential differences Connection technology Connection procedure 5 Connecting to power supply Considerable potential differences exist inside galvanic plants as well as vessels with cathodic corrosion protection Warning Very large equalisation currents can flow through the cable screen when the screen is grounded on both ends To avoid this in such applications the cable screen must be connect ed to ground potential only at one end in the switching cabinet The cable screen must not be connected to the internal ground terminal in the sensor and the outer ground terminal on the housing must not be connected to the potential equalisation Information The metallic parts of the instrument process fitting transmitter con centric tube etc are conductively connected with the inner and outer ground terminal on the housing This connection exists either directly via connecting metallic parts or in case of instruments with external electronics via the screen of the special connection cable You can find specifications on t
57. nd the following additional factors that influence the operat ing voltage e 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 message e Influence of additional instruments in the circuit see load values in chapter Technical data Connection cable 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 For instruments with housing and cable gland use cable with round cross section A cable outer diameter of 5 9 mm 0 2 0 35 in ensures the seal effect of the cable gland If you are using cable with a different diameter exchange the seal or use a suitable cable gland We generally recommend the use of screened cable for HART multi drop mode Cable gland 1 2 NPT 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 Cable screening and If screened cable is required connect the cable screen on both ends grounding 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 potential equalisa tion low impedance If potential equalisatio
58. nt conditions ce and condensation on the antenna possible Spiders and insect nestle in the antennas Turbulent water surface Sensor flooding possible Demonstration e Adjustment for all applications which are not typically level meas urement e Sensor accepts all measured value changes within the measuring range immediately e Typical applications Instrument demonstration Object recognition monitoring additional settings required Caution If a separation of liquids with different dielectric figure occurs in the vessel for example through condensation the radar sensor can detect under certain circumstances only the medium with the higher dielectric figure Keep in mind that layer interfaces can cause faulty measurements If you want to measure the total height of both liquids reliably please contact our service department or use an instrument specially de signed for interface measurement The following options are available when Bulk solid is selected Replication Heap Crusher Bunker quick filling Weal eronstr ation Heap Crusher wa VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module The following features form the basis of the applications Silo slim and high e Vessel of metal weld joints e Process measurement conditions Filling too close to the sensor System noise with completely empty silo
59. nt loop name medium applica tion vessel adjustment signal output Display Settings e g for language measured value display lighting Diagnosis Information e g on instrument status pointer measure ment reliability simulation echo curve Further settings Instrument unit false signal suppression linearisa tion curve reset date time reset copy function Info Instrument name hardware and software version date of manu facture instrument features Information In this operating instructions manual the instrument specific param eters in the menu sections Setup Diagnosis and Additional set tings are described The general parameters in these menu section are described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Setup Medium Setup Application 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module You can find in the operating instructions manual Display and adjust ment module also the description of the menu sections Display and Info In the main menu point Setup the individual submenu points should be selected subsequently and provided with the correct parameters to ensure the optimum adjustment of the measurement The proce dure is described in the following Setup Each medium has different reflection properties With liquids further interfering factors are fluctuation
60. nt module VELA Additional adjustments Reset 52 GEE Venturi trapezoidal weir Horiz cylinder W Hotch triangle weir Sphere Miller prog Falmer Eowlus Flume Wenturi trapezoidal weir Linear Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys save your settings and jump to the next menu item with the ESC and gt key Caution Note the following if the instrument with corresponding approval is used as part of an overfill protection system according to WHG If a linearization curve is selected the measuring signal is no longer necessarily linear to the filling height This must be considered by the user especially when adjusting the switching point on the limit signal transmitter With a reset certain parameter adjustments carried out by the user are reset Additional adjustments FIH Factory settings Dater Tine Basic settings Reset Setup HART operation mode False signal suppression Copy sensor settings Peak val measurement The following reset functions are available Delivery status Restoring the parameter settings at the time of ship ment from the factory incl the order specific settings A created false signal suppression user programmable linearization curve as well as the measured value memory will be deleted Basic settings Resetting the parameter settings incl special pa rameters to the default values of the respective instrument A created false signal suppression
61. ntation of VEGAPULS SR 68 for emptying in the silo center Dust layers To avoid strong buildup and dust in the antenna system the sensor should not be mounted directly at the dust extraction of the vessel 28 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 4 Mounting In case of extreme dust deposits in the antenna system VEGAPULS SR 68 is available with a rinsing air connection The air is distributed via channels in the antenna system and keeps it largely free of dust Fig 26 Purging air connection with parabolic antenna The practice has shown that a pressure of approx 0 2 1 bar provides a sufficient air flow see diagram in chapter Technical data Purging air connection VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 29 5 Connecting to power supply VELA 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the connection Safety instructions Always keep in mind the following safety instructions e Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage e lf overvoltage surges are expected overvoltage arresters should be installed Voltage supply 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 mi
62. on rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar 105 mm 4 13 M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 61 Housing versions in protection IP 166 1IP 168 10bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 Imm O 358lin higher 1 Single chamber version electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 2 Double chamber version precision casting 78 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 11 Supplement VEGAPULS SR 68 horn antenna in threaded version 1 81 G172A 1 NPT Fig 62 VEGAPULS SR 68 horn antenna in threaded version 1 Standard 2 With temperature adapter up to 250 C VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 79 11 Supplement VELA VEGAPULS SR 68 horn antenna in flange version Fig 63 VEGAPULS SR 68 horn antenna in flange version 1 Standard 2 With temperature adapter up to 250 C 80 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 11 Supplement VEGAPULS SR 68 horn antenna and swivelling holder Fig 64 VEGAPULS SH 68 horn antenna and swivelling holder 1 Standard 2 With temperature adapter up to 250 C VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 81 11 Supple
63. opposite of the filling To avoid strong pollution the distance to the filter or dust extraction must be as big as possible VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 17 4 Mounting 18 Fig 9 Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium With bulk solids silos with lateral pneumatic filling mounting should not be in the filling stream as the microwave signal will be interferred The optimum mounting position is next to the filling To avoid strong pollution the distance to the filter or dust extraction must be as big as possible VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 4 Mounting Fig 10 Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium Socket The socket piece should be dimensioned in such a way that the antenna end protrudes slightly out of the socket VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 19 4 Mounting 20 ca 10 mm Fig 11 Recommended socket mounting with horn antenna Fig 12 Recommended socket mounting with parabolic antenna When using a swivelling holder keep in mind that the distance between antenna and socket gets smaller as the inclination of the sensor increases Additional false reflections may be generated which can influence the measuring result at close range VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 4 Mounting Fig 13 Distance between antenna and socket with horn
64. otropic Radiated Power 72 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA 11 Supplement Seal Antenna impedance Process temperature measured on the process cone fitting FFKM Kalrez 6230 PFEE 15 130 C 5 266 F PEEK 15 250 C 5 482 F Vessel pressure horn antenna Antenna impedance cone PTFE Antenna impedance cone PEEK Vessel pressure with swivelling holder Vessel pressure relating to the flange nominal stage Vibration resistance Horn antenna Parabolic antenna Shock resistance Horn antenna Parabolic antenna Data on rinsing air connection Pressure max Air quantity without reflux valve with 0 2 bar 2 9 psig 0 5 bar 7 25 psig 1 bar 14 5 psig 1 5 bar 21 76 psig 2 bar 29 0 psig Thread Closure with Non Ex Ex 1 40 bar 100 4000 kPa 14 5 580 psi 1 100 bar 100 10000 kPa 14 5 1450 psi 1 1 bar 100 100 kPa 14 5 14 5 psig see supplementary instructions manual Flanges ac cording to DIN EN ASME JIS 4gat5 200 Hz according to EN 60068 2 6 vibration with resonance 1 gat5 200 Hz according to EN 60068 2 6 vibration with resonance 100 g 6 ms according to EN 60068 2 27 mechanical shock 25 g 6 ms according to EN 60068 2 27 mechanical shock 6 bar 87 02 psig 2 0 m h 3 5 m
65. played in the echo curve window and compared with the actual echo curve VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 49 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Additional adjustments False signal suppression 50 pao pe Diagnostics Echo curve memory Simulation Curve indication Save Diagnostics cho curve memory echo curve Additional adjustments of the setup Info Device status The following circumstances cause interfering reflections and can influence the measurement e High sockets e Vessel installations such as struts e Agitators e Buildup or welded joints on vessel walls Note A false signal suppression detects marks and saves these false sig nals so that they are no longer taken into account for level measure ment This should be done with the low level so that all potential interfering reflections can be detected Proceed as follows 1 Select the menu item Additional settins with gt and confirm with OK With gt you have to select the menu item False signal suppression and confirm with OK Additional adjustments Instrument units False signal suppression Linearization curve FIH Date Tine wa 2 Confirm again with OK False signal suppression Change 3 Confirm again with OK False signal suppression 4 Confirm again with OK and enter the actual distance from the sensor to the product surface 5 All interfering signals in thi
66. river the terminal opening is freed 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Electronics and connec tion compartment Electronics compartment 5 Connecting to power supply 9 Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry 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 hence finished 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing The following illustration applies to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version Fig 29 Electronics and connection compartment single chamber housing Voltage supply signal output For display and adjustment module or interface adapter For external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen AC Nu 5 4 Wiring plan double chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version po bbr Fig 30 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 1 Interna
67. s 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 regula tions The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual the na tional 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 Arbi trary 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire T 2 For your safety VEGA 2 5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guide lines By affixing the CE marking we confirm successful testing of the product You can find the CE Certificate of Conformit
68. s fitting e Process seal Process conditions are particularly e Process pressure e Process temperature e Chemical properties of the medium e Abrasion and mechanical influences You can find the specifications of the process conditions in chapter Technical data as well as on the nameplate 4 2 Mounting preparations Parabolic antenna The instrument is also available in versions where the antenna has a diameter larger than the process fitting thread flange With such versions the antenna must be disconnected from the process fitting before mounting Proceed as follows 1 Clamp VEGAPULS SR 668 with the flange e g in a bench vice 2 Hold the connection piece 3 with a wrench on the flat surfaces width across flats 22 mm 3 Loosen counter nut 2 completely with a wrench width across flats 36 mm in the direction of the antenna VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 4 Mounting 4 Loosen compression nut 1 completely with a wrench width across flats 41 mm in the direction of the antenna 5 Remove the parabolic antenna 4 axially 6 Mount sensor flange on the adapter flange and fasten it tightly 7 Check if the O ring seal is present on the connection piece and make sure it is not damaged Note A damaged O ring seal must be replaced FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT FFKM Kalrez 6375 8 Remount the parabolic antenna 4 9 Fasten compression nut 1 with a wrench w
69. s 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Diagnostics Echo curve memory Additional adjustments Linearization curve 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module If a false signal suppression has already been created in the sensor the following menu window appears when selecting False signal suppression False signal suppression Update Create new The menu item Delete is used to completely delete an already cre ated false signal suppression This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel The menu item 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 de tected 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 With the function Echo curve memory the echo curve can be saved at the time of setup This is generally reco
70. ssories Display and adjustment module 12 External display and adjustment unit 12 External radio unit 12 Flanges 13 Interface adapter 12 Protective cap 13 Adjustment Max adjustment 48 Min adjustment 47 Adjustment system 40 Agitator 25 Application Bulk solid 44 Liquid 41 Standpipe 42 C Cable entry 30 Check signal 63 Connection cable 30 Connection procedure 31 Connection technology 31 Curve indication Echo curve 49 False signal suppression 49 D Default values 52 Deviation 64 E Echo curve memory 59 Echo curve of the setup 49 51 EDD Enhanced Device Description 58 Electronics and connection compartment single chamber housing 33 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 33 Electronics compartment with Ex d double chamber housing 35 Error messages 60 Event memory 59 F False signal suppression 50 Fault rectification 63 Functional principle 11 84 G Grounding 30 H HART resistor 55 K Key function 39 L Linearization curve 51 M Main menu 40 Meas reliability 48 Measured value memory 59 Medium Liquid Bulk solid 41 Moisture 14 N NAMUR NE 107 Failure 61 Function check 62 Maintenance 62 Out of specification 62 O Overfill protection according to WHG 52 P Packaging 11 Peak value 48 Polarisation 16 Potential equalisation 30 R Reflection properties 41 Repair 67 Replacement parts Antenna impedance con
71. t output 4 20 MA lt 3 6 mA mode Current output Min current 3 8 mA max current Min Max 20 5 mA Block adjustment Released Display Language Like order Displayed value Distance Display unit m Scaling size Volume Scaling 0 00 lin 96 0 100 00 lin 96 100 1 Backlight Switched off Additional adjust Distance unit m hens Temperature unit C Probe length Length of the standpipe Ex factory Linearization Linear curve HART mode Standard Address 0 6 4 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 53 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA 54 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 ad justment module are saved e All data of the menu Setup and Display e Inthe menu Additional adjustments the items Sensor specific units temperature unit and linearization e The values of the user progra
72. ters VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 41 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Replication Mok plastic vessel Open waters mILIpen flume Rainwater overfall Demonstration The selection Standpipe opens a new window in which the inner diameter of the applied standpipe is entered Replication Tube inner diameter Stilling tube w 110 500 Tube inner diameter 0 5 00 m 0 015 1 000 SS ae The following features form the basis of the applications Storage tank e Setup large volumed upright cylindrical spherical e Product speed slow filling and emptying e Process measurement conditions Condensation Smooth product surface Max requirement to the measurement accuracy Storage tanke with product circulation e Setup large volumed upright cylindrical spherical e Product speed slow filling and emptying e Vessel small laterally mounted or large top mounted stirrer e Process measurement conditions Relatively smooth product surface Max requirement to the measurement accuracy Condensation Slight foam generation Overfilling possible Storage tank on ships Cargo Tank e Product speed slow filling and emptying e Vessel Installations in the bottom section bracers heating spirals High sockets 200 500 mm also with large diameters e Process measurement conditions Condensation buildup by movement Max requirement on measurem
73. the process fitting the marking specifies the position of the polarisation of the radar signal Fig 6 Dismounting of the horn antenna Marking for the polarisation Marking at the antenna socket Hexagon screws on the antenna socket Antenna AC Nc 4 4 Mounting instructions The emitted radar impulses of the radar sensor are electromagnetic waves The polarisation is the direction of the electrical wave compo nent By turning the instrument in the connection flange or mounting boss the polarisation can be used to reduce the effects of false echoes The position of the polarisation is marked on the process fitting of the instrument VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Installation position Inflowing medium 4 Mounting Fig 7 Position of the polarisation 1 Marking with screwed version 2 Marking with flange version Mount the sensor at least 200 mm 7 874 in away from the vessel wall Fig 8 Mounting of 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 a case it is recommended to repeat the false signal storage at a later date with existing buildup Mounting should not be too close to the inflowing material as the microwave signal will be interferred The optimum mounting position is on the
74. tion 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 62 Document ID 36469 The PLICSMOBILE T61 is an external GSM GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjust ment of plics sensors The adjustment is carried out via PACTware DTM by using the integrated USB connection You can find further information in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE T61 Document ID 37700 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 VEGA Protective cap Flanges Electronics module Antenna impedance cone 3 Product description 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 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 The electronics module VEGAPULS series 60 is a replacement part for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60 There is a different version available for each type of signal output You can find furt
75. to the next menu item with the ESC and the gt 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 ves sel see the following example VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Setup Min adjustment 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Fig 41 Parameter adjustment example min max adjustment 1 Min level max meas distance 2 Max level min meas distance 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 By means of these settings the real level will be calculated The real product level during this adjustment is not important be cause the min max adjustment is always carried out without chang ing the product level These settings can be made ahead of time without the instrument having to be installed Proceed as follows 1 Select the menu item Setup with gt and confirm with OK Now select with gt the menu item Min adjustment and confirm with OK Setup Hin adjustment Wessel height Me ranae Hax adjustm
76. tructions for Ex applications List The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence Action This arrow indicates a single action Sequence of actions Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure Battery disposal This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat teries and accumulators VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 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 SR 68 is a sensor for continuous level measurement You can find detailed information on the application range 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 regulation
77. tus message Out of specification and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage S600 Temperature of the elec Check ambient temperature Unpermissi tronics in the non specified Isolate electronics ble electronics Section Use instrument with higher temperature temperature range S601 Danger of vessel overfilling Make sure that there is no Overfilling further filling Check level in the vessel 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mMA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 Reaction when malfunc tions occur Procedure for fault recti fication Check the 4 20 mA signal 9 Diagnosis Asset Management and service Code Text mes sage M500 Error with the reset delivery status Cause With the reset to delivery status the data could not be restored Rectification Repeatreset Load XML file with sensor data into the sensor M501 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Error in the Send instrument for repair non active linearization table M502 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Error in the Send instrument for repair diagnosis memory M503 The echot noise ratio
78. ual ripple Ex d ia instrument for 18 V lt U lt 36V Load resistor Calculation Example Non Ex instrument with U 24 V DC Electrical protective measures Protection depending on housing version Plastic housing Aluminium housing stainless steel housing investment casting stain less steel housing electro polished Aluminium and stainless housing in vestment casting optionally available Overvoltage category Protection class Approvals lt 1 V 16 400 Hz U U 0 022 A 24 V 9 6 V 0 022 A 655Q IP 66 IP 67 IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Instruments with approvals can have different technical data depending on the version 5 The prerequisites for maintaining the protection rating are a suitable cable as well as correct mounting VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 75 11 Supplement VELA For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments must be carefully noted They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www vega com and VEGA Tools as well as under 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 Plastic housing 84 mm 3 31 M20x1 5 M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 57 Housing versions in protection
79. user programmable linearization curve as well as the measured value memory will be deleted Setup Resetting of the parameter settings to the default values of the respective instrument in the menu item Setup User generated false signal suppression user programmed linearization curve measured value memory as well as event memory remain untouched The linearization is set to linear False signal suppression Deleting a previously created false signal suppression The false signal suppression created in the factory remains active Peak values measured value Resetting of the measured min and max distances to the actual measured value The following table shows the default values of the instrument De pending on the instrument version not all menu items are available or differently assigned VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 MA HART two wire Vc90 L N3 v6c8 38294 EN 130624 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Menu Menu item Default value Setup Measurement Sensor loop name Medium Liquid Water Bulk solids Crushed stones gravel Application Storage tank Silo Vessel form Vessel bottom dished boiler end Vessel top dished boiler end Vesell height Recommended measuring range see Measuring range Technical data in the supplement Min adjustment Recommended measuring range see Technical data in the supplement Max adjustment 0 000 m d Damping 0 0s Curren
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81. ware Prerequisites Standard Full version 56 po VEGA 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 sensor via a Windows PC the con figuration software PAC Tware and a suitable instrument driver DTM according to FDT standard are required The up to date PAC Tware version as well as all available DTMs are compiled in a DTM Collec tion 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 manu al DTM Collection PAC Tware attached to each DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet Detailed descrip tions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DT Ms jel Sensor Parametrierung Device name VEGAPULS 62 HART VEGA Description Radar sensor for continuous level measurement with hom antenna Measurement loop name Sensor H 9 m E Setup Application Min max adjustment i Damping Current output
82. y in the download section of our homepage Electromagnetic compatibility Instruments with plastic housing as well as in four wire or Ex d ia version are designed for use in an industrial environment Neverthe less electromagnetic interference from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into account as is usual with a class A instrument 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 recom mendations e NE 21 Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment e NE 43 Signal level for malfunction information from measuring transducers e NE53 Compatibility of field devices and display adjustment components e NE 107 Self monitoring and diagnosis of field devices For further information see www namur de 2 7 Radio license for Europe The instrument is approved according to EN 302372 1 2 2006 04 for use in closed vessels 2 8 Radio license for USA Canada The instrument is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC regulations Take note of the following two regulations e The instrument must not cause any interfering emissions
83. you can adjust the requested damping of the output signal 2 Selectthe output characteristics in the menu item Current out put The quick start is then finished For further information see chapter Parameter adjustment VEGAPULS SR 68 4 20 mA HART two wire 3 Contents VEGA Contents 1 About this document MEM ocio 6 Te CPOE ON ceca castes A 6 to Oympolsm usera EE aE E E R ESEE S 6 2 For your safety 2 1 Authorised personnel acssesesisuseo nr p eikerePapdbustencstd unen ouis U seo E DES roc dE H ACHSE R GaU n RUE Rata 7 22 e oce e cM EE EE S IST 7 2 3 Warning about incorrect USB deeoacisoe vies aaa eor tae ppo ea pa Sx PE OSa tec prev is Pad Pe tec be d Dr ev eee 7 2 4 General safety instructions a iaeseskeskeeertat cna dba tasks POR ER REY Fax HU ES amd R e ta EE ENTRE E ER rREN MM KHOE 7 2 9 CECOM ee ee iue ree eee AEEA EEEa 8 2 6 NAMUR recommendations vivictsasscccsacsvexcssyiangatavsacsvaeuietsin teuncsacemectavlangeuavsacsiGuvsartenseusscent 8 2 7 Radio license for Europe scenic sessarentscvccecenedansteeunsdiuservesdancemen tadbuncrsevlanuenectedsadaueneleieaecantie 8 2 8 Radio license for USA Cama A iccisierissivccuvis tenssceveadivsendesevsatuuvsanvecenss Vesureertacvenecsetianievavedeee 8 29 Environmental INS MUU ONS sesicecsactaterseciecna tant aneteegescevaatinstcatiecedi send ce onda sad rcu PERRO Pa E 9 3 Product description om

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