Operating Instructions VEGACAL 64
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1. 2 4 General safety instructions This is a state of the art instrument complying with all prevailing regulations and guidelines The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and reliable condition The operator is responsible for the trouble free operation of the instrument During the entire duration of use the user is obliged to determine the compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new 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 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 5 2 For your safety VEGA 2 5 Safety label on the instrument The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be observed 2 6 CE conformity This device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guide lines By attaching the CE mark VEGA provides a confirmation of successful testing You can fi2. Ex specific Safety instructions with Ex versions if necessary further certificates The VEGACAL 64 consists of the components e Process fitting with probe e Housing with electronics e Housing cover P E Fig 1 VEGACAL 64 rod version with plastic housing 1 Housing cover 2 Housing with electronics 3 Process fitting The nameplate contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 7 3 Product description Area of application Functional principle 00 000 2013 77761 Schiltach Germany s n 25368480 Fig 2 Layout of the type label example Instrument type Product code Approvals Process and ambient temperature process pressure Power supply and signal output electronics Protection rating Probe length Order number Serial number of the instrument 10 Material wetted parts 11 Symbol of the device protection class 12 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation 13 ID numbers instrument documentation 14 Notified authority for CE marking 15 Approval directives CNDA UNS With the serial number you can access the delivery data of the instru ment via www vega com VEGA Tools and serial number search In addition to the type label outside you can also find the serial num ber on the inside of the instrument 3 2 Principle of operation VE
3. 61 e 30531 Electronics module VEGACAL series 60 e 34296 Protective cover e 31088 Flanges according to DIN EN ASME JIS Editing status 2013 08 21 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 3 1 About this document VEGA gt me 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 instructions 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 N
4. D 1 Fig 5 Fasten the probe 1 Probe 2 Plastic socket VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 13 4 Mounting VEGA Inflowing medium In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the sensor in the center of the vessel as measurement is then possible down to the lowest point of the vessel bottom If the instrument is mounted in the filling stream unwanted false measurement signals can be generated For this reason mount the instrument at a position in the vessel where no disturbances e g from filling openings agitators etc can occur This applies particularly to instrument versions with a longer probe Eaque ASI Wr tt L3 EX Fig 6 Inflowing medium 14 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZL60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply Note safety instructions Take note of safety instructions for Ex applications Voltage supply Connection cable Cable screening and grounding 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the connection Always keep in mind the following safety instructions e Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage e lfovervoltage surges are expected overvoltage arresters should be installed Tip We recommend using VEGA overvoltage arresters B63 48 and USB 62 36G X In haz
5. Load Damping 63 of the input variable Met NAMUR recommendation Input variable Measured variable Measuring principle Measuring range range 1 range 2 range 3 Measuring frequency see load diagram under Power supply 0 1s NE 43 level of conductive adhesive liquids phase selective admittance processing PSA 0 120 pF 0 600 pF 0 3000 pF 430 kHz Accuracy according to DIN EN 60770 1 Reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298 1 Temperature Relative humidity Air pressure Temperature error lt 120 pF gt 120 pF Linearity error Ambient conditions Ambient storage and transport tempera ture Process conditions Process pressure Process temperature VEGACAL 64 of 316L 18 30 C 64 86 F 45 75 96 860 1060 mbar 86 106 kPa 12 5 15 4 psig 1pF 1 of the current measured value 0 25 of the complete measuring range 40 80 C 40 176 F 1 64 bar 100 6400 kPa 14 5 928 psig 50 150 C 58 302 F VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 27 9 Supplement VEGA Qi 80 C 176 F 104 F oc orc 829 50 C 100 C 150 C 58 F 122 F 212 F 302 F L_ 40 C i 40 F Fig 14 Ambient temperature Process temperature 1 Process temperature 2 Ambient temperature Dielectric constant 21 5 Electromechanical dat
6. U 10 mV Load see diagram Electrical protective measures Protection depending on housing version Plastic housing IP 66 IP 67 Aluminium housing stainless steel IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar housing investment casting stain less steel housing electro polished Aluminium and stainless housing in IP 66 IP 68 1 bar vestment casting optionally available Overvoltage category IH Protection class Il Approvals Instruments with approvals can have different technical data depending on the version For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments have to be carefully noted They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www vega com via VEGA Tools and serial number search as well as via Downloads and Approvals 2 A suitable cable is the prerequisite for maintaining the protection rating VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 29 9 Supplement VEGA 9 2 Dimensions Housing in protection IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar 59 69 ae Fy QJ 116 mm 4 57 279 mm g 79 mm 9 86 mm 3 39 3 115 e E 3 ci EIE E J d 4 M20x1 5 M20x1 5 M20x1 5 9 M20x1 5 Ye NPT Y NPT Ye NPT M20x1 5 D Y NPT D y Fig 16 Housing versions in protection rating IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the ho
7. a signal conditioning instrument 17 5 Connecting to power supply Wiring plan Wire assignment con nection cable Fig 10 Wiring plan single chamber housing 1 Voltage supply Signal output 5 4 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Fig 11 Wire assignment connection cable 1 brown and blue to power supply or to the processing system 2 Shielding 18 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 6 Setup with a signal conditioning instrument Function Configuration Measuring range selec tion switch 1 6 Setup with a signal conditioning instrument 6 1 General information During setup the probe must be calibrated with the medium that will later be measured To adjust the probe open the housing cover You can select the sensitivity range on the electronics module by means of the measuring range selection switch e range 1 0 120 pF e Range 2 0 600 pF e Range 3 0 3000 pF The adjustment is described in the operating instructions manual of the respective signal conditioning instrument 6 2 Adjustment system Fig 12 Display and adjustment elements Oscillator 1 DIL switch for measuring range selection 2 Ground terminal 3 Connection terminals With the measuring range selection switch 1 you can adapt the sensitivity of the p
8. 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 8 2 Disposal The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by spe cialised recycling companies We use recyclable materials and have designed the parts to be easily separable 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 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 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 25 9 Supplement 9 Supplement 9 1 Technical data General data Material 316L corresponds to 1 4404 or 1 4435 Materials wetted parts Process fitting thread Process fitting flange Process seal insulation fully insulated Probe rod FEP fully insulated 16 mm 0 63 in Materials non wetted parts Pl
9. GACAL 64 is a level sensor with fully insulated probe for continu ous level measurement The electronics functions according to the admittance principle phase selective admittance processing It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and can be applied in all areas of industrial process measurement Fully insulated probes such as VEGACAL 64 are preferably used in conductive liquids Fully insulated probes like VEGACAL 64 are preferably used in con ductive very adhesive liquids The capacitive measuring principle places no special requirements on installation Hence many different applications can be equipped with VEGACAL 64 The instrument can also be used problem free in corrosive products Probe measured product and vessel wall form an electrical capacitor The capacitance is influenced by three main factors VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument LL60E1 N3 6 LE0E 30319 EN 130917 Voltage supply Packaging 3 Product description Fig 3 Functional principle Plate capacitor 1 Distance between the electrode surfaces 2 Size of the electrode surfaces 3 Type of dielectric between the electrodes The probe and the vessel wall are the capacitor plates The measured product and the insulation are the dielectric Due to the higher dielec tric constant of the insulation and the conductive product compared to air the capacitance increases as the probe
10. Operating Instructions Capacitive rod electrode for continuous level measurement of adhesive products VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument Hi Document ID 30319 Contents VEGA Contents 1 Aboutthis document el FUNCOM ti A abet 4 1 2 Tarfgetigroup x cialila ieri bili 4 1 3 Symbolism Used iie de bes m e reti beet een debe ecd edd ieri 4 2 For your safety 24 Authorised persotnel 2 erre iii Aia aiar 2 2 Appropriate lise lesse cecus iatale i 2 3 Warning about incorrect use 2 4 General Safety instructions eerte entries SEHE ERE esa loann eR se eo sedes sites 2 5 Safetylabelonihe instrument ai 6 2 6 CE conformity 2 7 Safety instructions for Ex areas ceeeeceeeeceeeceeceaeeeeaeesaeseeeeecaeeeeeeesaeeseeseeesnaes 6 2 8 Environmental instrUctions uscii alal lata ne 6 3 Product description 3 1 ConfiguraliOni i e eere toit tn rro reete ERR pense HR dead EE ERE HERE P ERR eS saneiecs 7 3 2 Principleofoperation iii 8 3 3 Operation 3 4 Packaging transport and storage iii 9 3 5 Accessories and replacement paltS tri 10 4 Mounting 41 Generalinstr cliolis ie iet decode Gb be pre bd dL ee eie d 12 42 Mounting instructions eoo i i ee itr e i b d i b a pio dade 13 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the connectionau iicet ee ci e nee c a e Ere ea eo Fog 5 2 Connectio
11. a version IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar Cable entry plug Single chamber housing 1 x cable gland M20 x 1 5 cable 5 9 mm 1 x blind plug M20 x 1 5 or 1 x closing cap NPT 1 x blind plug v NPT or 12x plug depending on the version 12x blind stopper M20txE 1 5 Spring loaded terminals for wire cross section up to 2 5 mm AWG 14 Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Cable entry Single chamber housing 1 x IP 68 cable gland M20 x 1 5 1 x blind plug M20 x 1 5 or 1 x closing cap NPT 1 x blind plug v NPT Voltage supply Operating voltage Non Ex instrument 12 36V DC EEx ia instrument 12 30V DC EEx d ia instrument 18 36 V DC 9 Depending on the version M12 x 1 according to ISO 4400 Harting 7 8 FF 28 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 9 Supplement Q 1000 750 500 7 250 7 a 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 32 34 36 Fig 15 Voltage diagram 1 Voltage limit EEx ia instrument 2 Voltage limit non Ex Ex d instrument 3 Operating voltage Operating voltage with illuminated display and adjustment module Non Ex instrument 20 36V DC EEx ia instrument 20 30V DC EEx d ia instrument 20 36V DC Permissible residual ripple lt 100 Hz U 1V 100 Hz 10 kHz
12. an 7 Press down the opening levers of the terminals you will hear the terminal spring closing 8 Checkthe hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them 9 Connectthe screen to the internal ground terminal connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation 10 Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 11 Screw the housing cover back on The electrical connection is hence finished Fig 7 Connection steps 6 and 7 16 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version Housing overview Fig 8 Material versions single chamber housing Plastic Aluminium Stainless steel investment casting Stainless steel electro polished Filter element for air pressure compensation of all material versions Blind plug with version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar for Aluminium and stainless steel aawa Electronics and connec tion compartment Fig 9 Electronics and connection compartment single chamber housing 1 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen 2 Spring loaded terminals for voltage supply VEGACAL 64 For connection to
13. ardous areas you must take note of the respective regulations conformity and type approval certificates of the sensors and power supply units Power supply and current signal are carried on the same two wire cable The voltage supply range can differ depending on the instru ment 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 VDE 0106 part 101 The VEGA power supply units VEGATRENN 149AEx VEGASTAB 690 VEGADIS 371 as well as all VEGAMETs meet this requirement Keep in mind the following additional factors that influence the operat ing voltage e Output voltage of the power supply unit can be lower under nomi nal load 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 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 for industrial areas screened cable should be used 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 or cross section exchange the seal or use a suitable cable gland If screened cable is necessary connect the cable screen on both en
14. astic housing Aluminium die casting housing Stainless steel housing precision casting Stainless steel housing electropol ished Seal between housing and housing cover Ground terminal Process fittings Pipe thread cylindrical DIN 3852 A American pipe thread conical ASME B1 20 1 Flanges Weight Instrument weight depending on process fitting Rod weight 16 mm 0 63 in Sensor length L Active sensor length L1 Max lateral load Max torque process fitting thread Output variable Output signal Suitable signal conditioning instruments Fault message Current limitation 316L 316L Klingersil C 4400 FEP 316L plastic PBT Polyester Aluminium die casting AISi1OMg powder coated basis Polyester 316L 316L NBR stainless steel housing precision casting silicone aluminium plastic housing stainless steel housing electropolished 316L G2 A G A G1 A G1T 2 A Ve NPT 34 NPT 1 NPT 172 NPT DIN from DN 25 ANSI from 1 0 8 4 kg 0 18 8 82 Ibs 1100 g m 12 oz ft 0 2 4 m 0 656 13 12 ft 0 05 0 3 m 0 16 1 ft standard 100 mm 3 9 in 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft 100 Nm 73 Ibf ft in the range of 4 20 mA e g VEGAMET 381 391 513 514 515 624 gt 22 MA 28 MA 26 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 9 Supplement
15. ds 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 equalisation 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 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 15 5 Connecting to power supply VEGA Connection cable for Ex applications suppressed but the protective effect against high frequency interfer ence signals remains Take note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex applica tions In particular make sure that no potential equalisation currents flow over the cable screen In case of grounding on both sides this can be achieved by the use of a capacitor or a separate potential equalisation 5 2 Connection procedure Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing cover 2 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry 3 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 4 Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry 5 Liftthe opening levers of the terminals with a screwdriver see following illustration 6 Insertthe wire ends into the open terminals according to the wir ing pl
16. e is required in normal operation 7 2 Rectify faults The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas ures to rectify faults VEGACAL 64 offers maximum reliability Nevertheless faults can oc cur during operation These may be caused by the following e g e Sensor e Process e Voltage supply e Signal processing The first measure to be taken is to check the output signal In many cases the causes can be determined this way and the faults rectified 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 available to you 7 days a week round the clock Since we offer this service world wide the support is only available in the English language The service is free of charge only the standard telephone costs will be charged Disconnect the signal cable and connect a multimeter with a suitable measuring range Error Cause Rectification Current signal not Level fluctuations Adjust damping in the signal condi stable tioning instrument or process control system Current signal Wrong connection Check connection according to missing to voltage supply chapter Connection steps and if necessary correct according to chap ter Wiring plan No power supply Check cables for breaks repair if nec essary Operating voltage too low or load re sistance too high C
17. 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 one can be ordered from the VEGA agency serving you The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor You can find a suitable electronics module in the following overview VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 23 7 Maintenance and fault rectification VEGA CL E60ZX without approvals 74 Howto 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 Print and fill out one form per instrument Clean the instrument and pack it damage proof Attach the completed form and if need be also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging Please contact for the return shipment the agency serving you You can find the agency on our home page www vega com 24 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 8 Dismounting 8 Dismounting 8 1 Dismounting steps Warning Before dismounting be aware of
18. heck adapt if necessary 22 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZL60 L N3 6 LE0E 30319 EN 130917 7 Maintenance and fault rectification Check the resistance in the probe Reaction after fault recti fication Assignment Error Cause Rectification Probe insulation damaged short circuit due to permeating con ductive medium Current signal gt 22 MA Exchange the instrument or send itin for repair Shortcircuit in the probe e g be cause of moisture in the housing Remove the electronics module Check the resistance between the marked plug connections See the fol lowing instructions Electronics mod ule defective Exchange the instrument or send it in for repair Remove the electronics module Check the resistance between the two plug connections There must no longer be a connection high impedance If there is still a connection exchange the instrument or return it for repair Bt Fig 13 Check the resistance in the probe 1 Shielding 2 Probe 3 Ground potential In Ex applications the regulations for the wiring of intrinsically safe circuits must be observed Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken the steps described in chapter Set up may have to be carried out again 7 3 Exchanging the
19. ing instrument set the measuring range selection switch on the probe one step lower 1 Setrange changeover switch on the capacitive probe according to the above chart 2 Carry out the adjustment on the signal conditioning instrument see operating instructions manual of the signal conditioning instrument Adjustment with medium When connecting to an analogue input card of a PLC take note of the operating instructions manual of the input card The vessel 20 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument LL60E1 N3 6 LE0E 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 6 Setup with a signal conditioning instrument must be as empty as possible for empty adjustment and as full as possible for full adjustment If the indication cannot be set to 100 proceed as follows If the indication does not reach 100 you have to set the range selection switch on the probe one stage lower If the indication exceeds 100 and cannot be reset you have to set the range selection switch of the probe to the next higher stage In both cases you have to repeat the adjustment VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 21 7 Maintenance and fault rectification VEGA Reaction when malfunc tions occur Failure reasons Fault rectification 24 hour service hotline Checking the current signal 7 Maintenance and fault rectification 7 1 Maintenance If the instrument is used properly no special maintenanc
20. is gradually covered The capacitance as well as the resistance change are converted by the electronics module into a level proportional signal 4 20 mA two wire electronics for voltage supply and measured value transmission on the same cable The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrument version The data for power supply are specified in chapter Technical data 3 3 Operation VEGACAL 64 measurement signals can be evaluated with the follow ing e With a VEGAMET signal conditioning instrument The measuring range must be selected on the electronics module of the probe The full and empty adjustment can be carried out on a VEGAMET signal conditioning instrument or the analogue input card of a PLC 3 4 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 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 9 3 Product description VEGA Transport Transport inspection Storage Storage and transport temperature PLICSCOM VEGACONNECT VEGADIS 62 Protective cap Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the
21. lating measures such as e g covering the thread with teflon tape can interrupt the necessary electrical connection with metal vessels For this reason ground the probe on the vessel or use a conductive seal material Metal vessel Make sure that the mechanical connection of the probe to the vessel is electrically conductive to ensure sufficient grounding Use conductive seals such as those made of copper or lead etc Insulating measures such as covering the thread with Teflon tape can interrupt the necessary electrical connection with metal vessels For this reason ground the probe on the vessel or use a conductive seal material Non conductive vessels In non conductive vessels e g plastic tanks the second pole of the capacitor must be provided separately If possible the capacitive probe should be mounted vertically or par allel to the counter electrode This applies particularly to applications in non conductive products In cylindrical tanks spherical tanks or other asymmetrical tank forms nonlinear level values are generated due to the varying distance to the vessel wall Use a concentric tube in non conductive products or linearize the meas signal 4 2 Mounting instructions During operation the probe must not touch any installations or the vessel wall The measured value can also change if the distance to the vessel wall changes considerably If necessary secure the end of the probe insulated
22. n be rotated by 330 without any tools being required Before beginning the welding work remove the electronics module from the sensor By doing this you avoid damage to the electronics through inductive coupling With threaded versions the housing must not be used to screw in the instrument Applying tightening forces on the housing can damage its internal parts Use the hexagon for screwing in Use the recommended cables see chapter Connecting to power supply and tighten the cable gland You can give your instrument additional protection against moisture penetration by leading the connection cable downward in front of the cable entry Rain and condensation water can thus drain off This ap plies mainly to outdoor mounting as well as installation in areas where high humidity is expected e g through cleaning processes or on cooled or heated vessels go Fig 4 Measures against moisture penetration The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low pressure in the vessel Before use check if the seal material is resistant against the measured product and the process temperature The max permissible pressure is specified in chapter Technical data or on the type label of the sensor 12 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZL60 1L N3 6 LE0E 30319 EN 130917 4 Mounting Vessel material Vessel forms Installation position Insu
23. n procedures nni iret ini Rr er rn en ir re ir Fr HT ac Feeders ga 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing s 5 4 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar eee eeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeaeeeaeeeeeeees 18 6 Setup with a signal conditioning instrument 61 Generalinfofmaltior cca cett ta eec ee er e p e Ea dev eee 19 6 2 Adjustment system rrr er nr n e e ha a ee das 19 6 3 Continuous level measurement 2 nnne etat c verses 20 7 Maintenance and fault rectification Tl Maintenance ni a E EE alal TA Rectilyifaults icdiantena rile vaalza leali inline iaia 7 3 Exchanging the electronics module E 7 4 Howto proceed in case of repair esses eene nennen ennt nnne nnne tnn 8 Dismounting 8 4 Dismounting stepsS iii 25 22 DISD OSeA E ITI UU TU C DE 25 9 Supplement 9 1 Techical data irr rrr eo n nh ta err re rea 26 9 2 DIMENSIONS uao 30 2 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 Contents mo Supplementary documentation Information Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come with the delivery You can find them listed in chapter Product descrip tion Instructions manuals for accessories and replacement parts Tip To ensure reliable setup and operation of your VEGACAL 64 we offer accessories and replacement parts The corresponding documenta tions are e 27720 VEGADIS
24. nd the CE conformity declaration in the download area of www vega com 2 7 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 2 8 Environmental instructions Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties That is why we have introduced an environment management system with the goal of continuously improving company environmental 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 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 3 Product description Scope of delivery Constituent parts Type plate 3 Product description 3 1 Configuration The scope of delivery encompasses e Level sensor VEGACAL 64 e Documentation this operating instructions manual Operating instructions manual 27835 Display and adjustment module PLICSCOM optional Supplementary instructions manual 31708 Heating for display and adjustment module optional Supplementary instructions manual Plug connector for con tinuously measuring sensors optional
25. 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 Up to the time of installation the packages must be left closed and stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the outside Unless otherwise indicated the packages must be stored only under the following conditions e Notinthe 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 3 5 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 instr
26. onger lengths or if there is no information available in the chart select range 3 If you are not sure always set the measuring range selection switch to the next higher stage VEGACAL 64 VEGACAL 64 with con centric tube non conductive and die 0 2m range 1 lectric constant 2 0 6m range 1 0 0 4m range 1 0 4 2m range2 0 1mzrange1 1 5 5 m range 2 non conductive and die lectric constant 10 0 0 15m range 1 0 15 0 9 m range 2 0 0 15 m range 1 0 15 0 8 m range 2 conductive or dielectric constant gt 50 Tab 1 Range setting Tip For min adjustment the vessel should be as empty as possible and for max adjustment as full as possible If the vessel is already full start with max adjustment 1 Set range changeover switch on the capacitive probe according to the above chart 2 Carry out the adjustment on the signal conditioning instrument see operating instructions manual of the signal conditioning instrument Adjustment with medium If error E014 is outputted on the signal conditioning instrument you will find information in the operating instructions manual of the signal conditioning instrument under Error codes If the sensor and supply cable are working properly it may be that an incorrect range has been set for the capacitive probe Set the measuring range selection switch to the next higher stage If error E017 is outputted on the signal condition
27. otegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad indus trial Para mayor informaci n revise la pagina web www vega com Jluuna npogykunu pupmbi BETA 3augujarorcs no BceMy Mupy npaBaMM Ha MHTeTITIEKTyaTIBHyIlO co6crBeHHOCTb JanbHe iuryro wHcpopwauyro cvorpure Ha catre www vega com VEGAJX amp JI MELREA ARF SUP o 3t HE SESIA Mh lt www vega com gt 9 4 Trademark All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor originator 32 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 Notes VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 33 Notes 34 VEGACAL 64 e For connection to a signal conditioning instrument LL60E1 N3 6 LE0E 30319 EN 130917 Notes VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 35 Printing date VEGA 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 C 30319 EN 130917 VEGA Grieshaber KG Schiltach Germany 2013 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
28. robe to the electrical properties of the measured medium and the conditions in the vessel This is necessary to ensure that the output current range is a big as possible The resolution of the probe is thus also correspondingly increased Due to this the probe can for example also detect products with very low or very high dielectric constant reliably e range 1 sensitive O 120 pF e range 2 standard 0 600 pF e range 3 less sensitive O 3000 pF VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 19 6 Setup with a signal conditioning instrument VEGA General information VEGAMET series 500 signal conditioning instrument VEGAMET series 600 signal conditioning in strument analogue input card of a PLC 6 3 Continuous level measurement Continuous measurement requires a constant dielectric value i e the measured product should have constant properties Select the stage with the measuring range selection switch on the electronics module of the probe according to the following chart Look in the row that corresponds to your product and select an ap propriate range according to the length of your probe The listed lengths do not completely correspond to those of the actually available measuring probes If the product has a dielectric constant that lies between the values stated in the chart the max permissible probe length for each range must be calculated accord ingly For l
29. the screen ing tube adapter is submerged in liquid we recommend the use of a vacuum tight version Socket In case of long sockets the screening tube can increase the sensitiv ity of the probe by compensating the influences of the socket The suitable version is Capacitive screening vacuum tight When the probe is mounted laterally buildup can accumulate in the socket A screening tube makes the covered part of the probe inactive and hence insensitive to influence from buildup and socket Hence the screening tube adapter excludes changing influences caused by the medium and ensures stable measurement conditions The suit able version is Capacitive screening vacuum tight VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 11 4 Mounting VEGA Suitability for the process conditions Installation position Welding work Handling Moisture Pressure Vacuum 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions Make sure that all parts of the instrument coming in direct contact with the process especially the sensor element process seal and process fitting are suitable for the existing process conditions such as process pressure process temperature as well as the chemical properties of the medium You can find the specifications in chapter Technical data and on the nameplate Select such a mounting location that the instrument is within easy reach for mounting and connecting For this purpose the housing ca
30. uctions Interface adapter VEGACONNECT Document ID 32628 VEGADIS 82 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HART protocol It is looped into the 4 20 mA HART signal cable You can find further information in the operating instructions VE GADIS 62 Document ID 36469 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 10 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 VEGA 3 Product description Flanges Screening tube adapter 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 Condensation In case of strong condensation the draining of condensed water can change the measurement accuracy The suitable version is the Screening against condensation The condensation can drain off outside on the screening tube adapter Typical applications of the screening tube adapters are e g for condensation or sockets Apart from the standard version there is a second version for vacuum with a sepcial seal When
31. umbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure Battery disposal This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat teries and accumulators VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 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 VEGACAL 64 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 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 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
32. using is 9 mm 0 35 in higher Plastic housing ROW Aluminium housing Stainless steel housing electropolished Stainless steel housing precision casting Housing in protection IP 66 IP 68 1 bar M20x1 5 D Fig 17 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 1 bar with integrated PLICSCOM the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Stainless steel housing 2 Aluminium housing 30 VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument ZK60 L N3 61 0 30319 EN 130917 9 Supplement 56 mm 2 13 64 G 3 4A G 1 A G 11 2A 22 5 mm 55 64 216mm 5 s Fig 18 VEGACAL 64 threaded version G1 A ISO 228 T1 E Sensor length see chapter Technical data VEGACAL 64 For connection to a signal conditioning instrument 31 9 Supplement VEGA 9 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 geschutzt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte Nahere 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 estan pr
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