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Vega VEGAPULS SR 68 Operating Instructions Manual

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VEGAPULS SR 68
4 ... 20 mA/HART two-wire
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38294
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions VEGAPULS SR 68 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire Document ID: 38294 Radar...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parameter adjustment with PACTware ... . 48 Saving the parameter adjustment data ... . 49 VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 3 Safety instructions for Ex areas Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved instruments. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence. à Action This arrow indicates a single action. Sequence Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    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".

  • Page 6: Ce Conformity

    2.5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By attaching the CE mark, VEGA provides a confirmation of successful testing. You can find the CE conformity declaration in the download area of www.vega.com.

  • Page 7: Product Description

    The serial number on the type label of the instrument allows you to call up the order data, operating instructions manuals, sensor data for the service DTM as well as the test certificate (depending on the instrument). To do this, open under www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "serial number search". Scope of the operating...

  • Page 8: Principle Of Operation

    Dispose of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies. Transport Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause damage to the device. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 9: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    VEGADIS 62 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment External indicating and of sensors with HART protocol. It is looped into the 4 … 20 mA/HART adjustment unit with HART protocol signal cable. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 10 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...

  • Page 11: Mounting

    Insert the antenna from below into the vessel socket and secure it against falling off Retighten the antenna with hexagon screws to the antenna socket; torque max. 10 Nm (7.5 lbf ft) VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 12: Mounting Instructions

    The polarisation plane is the direction of the electrical wave component. By turning the instrument in the connection flange or mounting boss, the polarisation can be used to reduce the effects of false echoes. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 13 The optimum mounting position is on the 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...
  • Page 14 Fig. 5: 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. Fig. 6: Recommended socket mounting with horn antenna VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 15 Fig. 7: Distance between antenna and socket with horn antenna If the medium has good reflective properties, VEGAPULS SR 68 with horn antenna can also be mounted on a longer socket piece.
  • Page 16 In a cylindrical silo with conical outlet, the easiest way is to mount the instrument in the center of the silo. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 17 If mounting in the center of the silo is not possible, the sensor can be directed to the vessel center by means of an optional swivelling holder. The following description gives an overview on the determination of the necessary angle of inclination. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 18 4 Mounting Fig. 10: 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°...
  • Page 19 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...
  • Page 20 Fig. 13: 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").
  • Page 21 In the case of sensors with plastic housings, this can lead to coupling disturbances. This is avoided by using a sensor with aluminium or stainless steel housing. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 22 Fig. 16: Mounting of VEGAPULS SR 68 in multiple chamber silos VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 23 4 Mounting Fig. 17: Orientation 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.

  • Page 24: Connecting To Power Supply

    Influence of additional instruments in the circuit (see load values in chapter "Technical data") Connection to signal The signal conditioning instruments VEGAMET and VEGASCAN have digital sensor recognition. When connecting VEGAPULS SR 68, an conditioning instru- ments up-to-date software version of the signal conditioning instrument is required for the signal conditioning instrument.

  • Page 25: Connection

    Loosen compression nut of the cable entry 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 26: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing

    When inserting the terminal block again, you should hear it snap in. 5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing The following illustration applies to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 27: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    Internal connection to the connection compartment For indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter Information: The connection of an external indicating and adjustment unit is not possible with this double chamber housing. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 28 Status SIM-Card Test Fig. 23: CConnection of the voltage supply of the radio module Voltage supply You can find detailed information for connection in the supplementary instructions "PLICSMOBILE GSM/GPRM radio module". VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 29: Wiring Plan With Double Chamber Housing Ex D

    Internal connection to the plug connector for external indicating and adjustment unit (optional) Connection compart- ment 4...20mA Fig. 25: Connection compartment with double chamber housing Ex d Voltage supply/Signal output Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 30: Wiring Plan - Version Ip 66/Ip 68, 1 Bar

    PC Indication of the status message "F 105 Determine measured value" on the display or PC The output signal jumps to the set error current VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 31 As soon as a plausible measured value is 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...

  • Page 32: Insert Indicating And Adjustment Module

    Fig. 28: Insert indicating and adjustment module Note: If you intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication, a higher cover with an inspection glass is required. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 33: Adjustment System

    The functions of the individual keys are shown in the above illustration. Approx. 10 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. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 34: Parameter Adjustment

    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. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 35 The following options are available when "Liquid" is selected: The selection "Standpipe" opens a new window in which the inner diameter of the applied standpipe is entered. The following features form the basis of the applications: Storage tank: VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 36 Dosing vessel: Setup: all vessel sizes possible Product speed: Fast filling and emptying Vessel is very often filled and emptied Vessel: narrow installation situation Process/measurement conditions Condensation, buildup on the antenna VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 37 Vessel Material and thickness different Measurement through the vessel top Process/measurement conditions Measured value jump with vessel change Open water (gauge measurement): Gauge rate of change: slow gauge change Process/measurement conditions VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 38 The following options are available when "Bulk solid" is selected: The following features form the basis of the applications: VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 39 Demonstration: Adjustment for all applications which are not typically level measurement Sensor accepts all measured value changes within the measuring range immediately Typical applications Instrument demonstration Object recognition/monitoring (additional settings required) VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 40 10 % and 90 % is also 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 is calculated. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 41 Proceed as follows: Select with [->] the menu item max. adjustment and confirm with [OK]. Prepare the percentage value for editing with [OK] and set the cursor to the requested position with [->]. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 42 [OK]. With [->] you have to select the menu item "False signal suppression" and confirm with [OK]. Confirm again with [OK]. Confirm again with [OK] and select with [->] "Create new". VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 43 If a linearisation curve is selected, the measuring signal is no longer compulsorily linear proportional to the level. This must be taken into consideration by the user, particularly when adjusting the switching point on the level switch. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 44 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 VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 45: Saving The Parameter Adjustment Data

    The procedure is described in the operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module" in the menu item "Copy sensor data". The data remain there permanently even if the sensor power supply fails. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 46 If it is necessary to exchange a sensor, then the indicating and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are also written into the sensor via the menu item "Copy sensor data". VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 47: Connecting The Pc

    Fig. 31: Connecting the PC via HART to the signal cable Sensor HART resistance 250 Ω (optional depending on processing) Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals Processing system/PLC/Voltage supply Interface adapter, for example VEGACONNECT 4 VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 48: Parameter Adjustment With Pactware

    Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manual "DTM Collection/PACTware" attached to each DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet. Detailed descriptions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DTMs. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 49: Saving The Parameter Adjustment Data

    The standard version is available as a free-of-charge download under http://www.vega.com. The full version is available on CD from the agency serving you. 7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment data via PACTware.

  • Page 50: Set Up With Other Systems

    Device descriptions for the instrument are available as DD or EDD for parameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475. A free-of-charge download of these files is available via Internet. Move via www.vega.com and "Downloads" to "Software". VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 51: Diagnosis, Fault Rectification And Service

    PACTware/DTM or the control system with EDD. Data are also read out or reset. Depending on the instrument, the echo curve created during setup can be stored alternatively also via the indicating and adjustment module. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 52: Error Messages According To Ne 107

    F017 l Adjustment not within spe- l Change adjustment accor- cification ding to the limit values Adjustment (difference between min. span too small and max. ≥ 10 mm) VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 53 Check or correct installa- vessel height/measuring tion and/or parameter ad- Installation/S- range justment etup error l Max. measuring range of l Use an instrument with the instrument not suffici- bigger measuring range VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 54 Check level in the vessel Maintenance 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 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 55: Fault Rectification

    Further comprehensive diagnostics can be carried out on a PC with the software PACTware and the suitable DTM. In many cases, the causes can be determined this way and faults rectified. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 56: Exchanging The Electronics Module

    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 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.

  • Page 57: Software Update

    Connect the sensor to power supply and provide a connection from the PC to the instrument via the interface adapter. Start PACTware and move via the menu "Project" to the VEGA project assistant. Select "USB" and "Set instruments online". Activate the project assistant with "Start".

  • Page 58: How To Proceed In Case Of Repair

    Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging Please ask the agency serving you for the address of your return shipment. You can find the competent agency on our website www.vega.com. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 59: Dismounting

    Materials: see chapter "Technical data" If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 60: Supplement

    Length antenna extension max. Torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes max. 10 Nm (7.376 lbf ft) Plastic housing max. 50 Nm (36.88 lbf ft) Aluminium/Stainless steel housing Input variable Measured variable VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 61 0 … 999 s Damping (63 % of the input variable), adjustable HART output values according to HART 7.0 PV (Primary Value) Distance to the level Default values, can be assigned individually VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 62 Variables influencing measurement accuracy Specifications apply to the HART signal and the current output Temperature drift - Digital output ±3 mm/10 K relating to the max. measuring range or max. 10 mm VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 63 first time 90 % of the final value (IEC 61298-2). Outside the specified beam angle, the energy of the radar signal has a level of -3 dB (50 %) EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 64 Reflux valve - unmounted (as option with non-Ex version, included in the scope of delivery with Ex version) 316Ti Material FKM (Viton), FFKM (Kalrez 6375) Seal 6 mm for tube diameter Tested according to the guidelines of German Lloyd, GL directive 2. VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 65 Wire cross-section Depending on the version M12 x 1, according to ISO 4400, Harting, 7/8" FF. Only with Ex d version Only with Ex d version Only with Ex d version VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 66 Operating voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module 16 … 36 V DC Non-Ex instrument 16 … 30 V DC Ex-ia instrument 20 … 36 V DC Ex-d-ia instrument Interpolation protection Available VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 67 Depending on the version, instruments with approvals can have different technical data. For these instruments, the corresponding approval documents have to be taken into account. These 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".

  • Page 68: Dimensions

    Aluminium housing ~ 87 mm (3.43") ~ 116 mm (4.57") ø 86 mm ø 86 mm (3.39") (3.39") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Single chamber version Double chamber version VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 69 ø 80 mm ø 79 mm (3.39") (3.15") (3.11") M16x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ ½ NPT ½ NPT Single chamber version, electropolished Single chamber version, precision casting Double chamber version, precision casting VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 70 ø 80 mm ø 77 mm (3.31") (3.15") (3.03") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Single chamber version, electropolished Single chamber version, precision casting Double chamber version, precision casting VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 71 3.94" ø1.58" 1½" 4.72" ø1.89" 2" 8.50" ø2.95" 3" 16.93" ø3.74" 4" Fig. 41: Radar sensor with horn antenna in threaded version Standard With temperature adapter up to 250 °C VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 72 2" ø48 2" 8.50" ø2.95" 3" ø75 3" 16.93" ø3.74" 4" ø95 4" Fig. 42: Radar sensor with horn antenna in flange version Standard With temperature adapter up to 250 °C VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 73 ø 1.58" 4.72" ø 1.89" 2" 3" 8.50" ø 2.95" 16.93" ø 3.74" 4" Fig. 43: Radar sensor with horn antenna and swivelling holder Standard With temperature adapter up to 250 °C VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 74 Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellectuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site http://www.vega.com VEGA lineas de productos están protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad industrial. Para mayor información revise la pagina web http://www.vega.com Линии...
  • Page 75 Service hotline 56 False signal suppression 42 Shielding 25 Fault rectification 55 Status messages 52 Functional principle 8 Storage 9 Subsurface enclosure 21 Grounding 25 Type label 7 HART resistor 48 VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 76 Index Vessel form 40 Vessel height 40 Vessel installations 19 Vessel insulation 21 Voltage supply 24 VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 77 Index VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 78 Index VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 79 Index VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 80 All statements concerning scope of delivery, application, practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information avail- able at the time of printing. © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2011 38294-EN-110209 Subject to change without prior notice...

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