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Vega VEGAPULS 63 Operating Instructions Manual

Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids ma/hart two-wire
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VEGAPULS 63
4 ... 20 mA/HART two-wire
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36511
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions VEGAPULS 63 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire Document ID: 36511 Radar...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Set up with other systems AMS™ and PDM ......42 VEGAPULS 63 • 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    List 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 63 • 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 63 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter "Product description".

  • Page 6: Ce Conformity

    The instrument is approved according to EN 302372-2:2006-08 for use in closed vessels. 2.8 Radio approval for USA/Canada The radar sensor VEGAPULS 63 with all antenna versions is FCC/IC approved. Modifications not expressly approved by VEGA will lead to expiry of the operating licence according to FCC/IC.
  • Page 7 2 For your safety Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual: Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage" Chapter "Disposal" VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 8: Product Description

    The radar sensor has a plastic encapsulated antenna with flange. The instrument is supplied in two different electronics versions: The version in hand can be determined via the product code on the type label as well as on the electronics. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 9: Principle Of Operation

    Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex-versions) if necessary, further certificates 3.2 Principle of operation The VEGAPULS 63 is particularly suitable for applications in Application area aggressive liquids in small vessels under ordinary process conditions. The electronics version with increased sensitivity enables the use of the instrument also in applications with very poor reflective properties...

  • Page 10: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    You can find further information in the operating instructions "VEGADIS 62" (Document-ID 36469). Protective cap The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and intense heat from solar radiation. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 11 VEGAPULS series 60. A separate version is available for each type of signal output. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Electronics module VEGAPULS series 60 " (Document-ID 36801). VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 12: Mounting

    You can find the specifications in chapter "Technical data" or on the type label. 4.2 Mounting instructions The flange screws of VEGAPULS 63 must be always screwed with the Mounting of instruments with PTFE-coated flan- torque stated in the technical data so that the PTFE washer of the encapsulated antenna system seals.
  • Page 13 Fig. 2: Position of the polarisation plane of VEGAPULS 63 Marking hole When mounting VEGAPULS 63, keep a distance of at least 200 mm Mounting position (7.874 in) to the vessel wall. If the sensor is installed in the center of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise.
  • Page 14 Fig. 4: Mounting of the radar sensor on vessels with conical bottom Inflowing medium Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream. Make sure that you detect the product surface, not the inflowing product. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 15 Mounting on socket If the reflective properties of the medium are good, you can mount VEGAPULS 63 on a socket piece. You will find recommended values for socket heights in the following illustration. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded. Then carry out a false echo storage.
  • Page 16 If there are agitators in the vessel, a false echo storage 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 17 Under these prereq- uisites, the measurement of products with low dielectric values (ε value ≥ 1.6) is possible. In very adhesive products, measurement in a surge pipe is not recommended. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 18 The tube diameter must be at least DN 40 or 1½" with antenna size 40 mm (1½") For the parameter adjustment, select "Application standpipe" and enter the tube diameter to compensate errors due to running time shift VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 19 Diameter should be constant over the complete length Measurement in the by- An alternative to measurement in a surge pipe is measurement in a pass bypass tube outside of the vessel. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 20 For the parameter adjustment, select "Application standpipe" and enter the tube diameter to compensate errors due to running time shift A false signal suppression with integrated sensor is recommended but not mandatory VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 21 Gap size with junctions ≤ 0.1 mm, for example, when using a ball valve or intermediate flanges with single pipe sections The antenna diameter of the sensor should correspond to the inner diameter of the tube Diameter should be constant over the complete length VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 22: 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 a digital sensor recognition. When connecting VEGAPULS 63, an up- conditioning instru- ments to-date software version fis required for the signal conditioning instrument.

  • Page 23: Connection

    1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of the individual wires Insert the cable through the cable gland into the sensor Fig. 12: Connection steps 5 and 6 Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 24: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing

    Fig. 13: Electronics and connection compartment, single chamber housing Voltage supply/Signal output For indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter For external indicating and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 25: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    For indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter Connection compart- ment 4...20mA Fig. 15: Connection compartment, double chamber housing Voltage supply/Signal output For indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 26: Wiring Plan Double Chamber Housing Ex D

    Internal connection to the plug connector for external indicating and adjustment unit (optional) Connection compart- ment 4...20mA Fig. 17: Connection compartment double chamber housing Ex d Voltage supply/Signal output Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 27: Wiring Plan - Version Ip 66/Ip 68, 1 Bar

    Then 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 28: Insert Indicating And Adjustment Module

    Fig. 19: 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 29: Adjustment System

    [OK] will not be saved. 6.3 Parameter adjustment With the parameter adjustment, the instrument is adapted to the application conditions. The parameter adjustment is carried out via an adjustment menu. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 30 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 31 If you want to measure the total height of both liquids reliably, please contact our service department or use an instrument specially designed for interface measurement. The selection "Standpipe" opens a new window in which the inner diameter of the applied standpipe is entered. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 32 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 [->] key. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 33 Save settings with [OK] and move with [ESC] and [->] to the max. adjustment. Setup/Max. adjustment Proceed as follows: Select with [->] the menu item max. adjustment and confirm with [OK]. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 34 Select the menu item "Additional settins" with [->] and confirm with [OK]. With [->] you have to select the menu item "False signal suppression" and confirm with [OK]. Confirm again with [OK]. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 35 "Display". Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys, save your settings and jump to the next menu item with the [ESC] and [->] key. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 36 False signal suppression: Deleting a previously created false signal suppression. The false signal suppression created in the factory remains active. Pointer distance: Resetting the measured min. and max. distances to the actual measured value. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 37: 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 38 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 39: Connecting The Pc

    Fig. 22: 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 40: Parameter Adjustment With Pactware

    With power supply units with integrated HART resistance (internal resistance approx. 250 Ω), an additional external resistance is not necessary. This applies, e. g. to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN 149A, VEGADIS 371, VEGAMET 391. Common Ex separators are also usually equipped with a sufficient current limitation resistance. In such cases, the interface converter can be connected parallel to the 4 …...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Set Up With Other Systems

    8 Set up with other systems 8 Set up with other systems 8.1 AMS™ and PDM The VEGAPULS 63 with signal output 4 … 20 mA/HART corresponds to HART specification 7.0. Also device descriptions will be available for the instrument as DD or EDD for the adjustment programs AMS™...

  • Page 43: Diagnosis, Fault Rectification And Service

    Out of specification: The measured value is unstable because the instrument specification was exceeded (for example electronics temperature). This status messae is deactivated in the delivery status and must be activated via PACTware/DTM and PC. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 44 Wait for the warm-up phase start phase, the measured Determine l Duration depending on the value could not yet be measured va- version and parameter ad- determined justment up to approxima- tely 3 min. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 45 Wait for the automatic end after 60 mins. Out of specification The following table shows the codes and text messages of the status message "Out of specification" and gives instructions for the reason and removal. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 46: Rectify Malfunctions

    Exchange the electronics device inter- l Send instrument for repair face 9.4 Rectify malfunctions Reaction when malfunc- The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable measures tions occur to rectify malfunctions. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 47: Exchanging The Electronics Module

    "Set up" must be carried out again, if necessary. 24 hour service hotline However, should these measures not be successful, call the VEGA service hotline in urgent cases 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...

  • Page 48: Software Update

    file. Then the software update can be started. The additional files are installed automatically. Depending on the sensor, this procedure lasts approximately 15 min. 9.7 How to proceed in case of repair If a repair is necessary, please proceed as follows: VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 49 9 Diagnosis, fault rectification and service You can download a return form (23 KB) from our Internet homepage www.vega.com under: "Downloads - Forms and certificates - Repair form". By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without having to call back for needed information.

  • Page 50: Dismount

    Correct disposal avoids negative effects to persons and environment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials. Materials: see chapter "Technical data" If you have no possibility to dispose of the old instrument professionally, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 51: Supplement

    Aluminium/Stainless steel housing Input variable Measured variable Distance between process fitting sensor and product surface. The reference plane is the seal surface on the process fitting or the lower side of the flange. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 52 Load see load diagram under Power supply 0 … 999 s, adjustable Damping (63 % of the input variable) HART output values according to HART 7.0 Default values, can be assigned individually VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 53 Installation reference conditions > 200 mm (7.874 in) Min. distance to installations Reflector Corner reflector Biggest false echo, 20 dB smaller than the useful False reflections echo Deviation with liquids See following diagrams VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 54 ≤ ±1 mm Characteristics and performance data Frequency K-band (26 GHz technology) Beam angle -3 dB Tri-Clamp 2" 18° Tri-Clamp 3", 4" 10° Corresponds to the range with 50 % of the emitted power VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 55 100 °C/212 °F 0.26 % Steam (satura- ted steam) Time span after a sudden level change until the output signal has taken for the first time 90 % of the final value (IEC 61298-2). VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 56 flange up to 2" (from 300 lb)/DN 50 -1 … 16 bar (-100 … 1600 kPa/-14.5 … 232 psig) Not suitable for Ex or SIL applications. Not suitable for Ex or SIL applications. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 57 Tested according to the regulations of German Lloyd, GL directive 2. Depending on the version M12 x 1, according to DIN 43650, Harting, 7/ 8" FF. Only with Ex d version Only with Ex d version Only with Ex d version VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 58 1 °C (1.8 °F) Resolution Accuracy ±1 °C (1.8 °F) Power supply Operating voltage 9.6 … 36 V DC Non-Ex instrument 9.6 … 30 V DC Ex-ia instrument 14 … 36 V DC Ex-d-ia instrument VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 59 IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) Aluminium and stainless housing, in- vestment casting (optionally available) Overvoltage category Protection class The prerequisites for maintaining the protection rating are a suitable cable as well as correct mounting. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 60 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 61: Dimensions

    Aluminium housing ~ 87 mm (3.43") ~ 116 mm (4.57") ø 84 mm ø 84 mm (3.31") (3.31") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Single chamber version Double chamber version VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 62 ø 80 mm ø 77 mm (3.31") (3.15") (3.03") 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 63 ø 84 mm 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 64 4" 150 lb 4" 150 lb 0.55" 0.55" 6" 150 lb 6" 150 lb Fig. 33: VEGAPULS 63 - flange version DN 50 and 2" DN 80 … DN 150 and 3" … 6" VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 65 4" 150 lb 0.55" 6" 150 lb 6" 150 lb 0.55" Fig. 34: VEGAPULS 63 - low temperature flange version DN 50 and 2" DN 80 … DN 150 and 3" … 6" VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 66 (1.97") ø 90 mm (3.54") ø 78 mm ø 90 mm (3.07") (3.54") Fig. 35: VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting 1 NeumoBiocontrol Tuchenhagen Varivent DN 25 Hygienic fitting LA Hygienic fitting LB VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 67 DN 80 / 3,5" ø 106 DN 100 / 4" ø 119 Fig. 36: VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting 2 Tri-Clamp DN 50, 2", 2½", DN 65, 3" Tri-Clamp DN 80, 3½", DN 100, 4" VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 68 ø 94 mm (3.70") ø 133 mm (5.24") Fig. 37: VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting 3 Bolting DIN 11851, DN 50, 2" and 3" Bolting DIN 11851, DN 80, 4" Bolting DIN 11864-2, DN 50 Bolting DIN 11864-2, DN 80...
  • Page 69 11 Supplement VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting 4 ø 84 mm (3.31") ø 114 mm (4.45") Fig. 38: VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting 4 SMS DN 51 SMS DN 76 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 70 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 71 Type label 8 Foam generation 17 Functional principle 9 Vessel form 32 Vessel height 32 Gating out of false signals 34 Vessel installations 16 Grounding 23 HART resistor 40 Key function 29 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 72 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 2009 36511-EN-091023 Subject to change without prior notice...

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