Measured value indication - Selection of national language ........... 39 Parameter adjustment ....................39 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 58 Setup with PACTware Connect the PC ......................59 Parameter adjustment ....................59 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 60 VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Safety instructions for Ex areas Take note of the Ex specific safety instructions for Ex applications. These instructions are attached as documents to each instrument with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions manual. Editing status: 2017-04-03 VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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 67 • Profibus PA...
During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGAPULS 67 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find detailed information about the area of application in chapter "Product description".
• If necessary, existing viewing windows in the vessel must be coated with a microwave impermeable material (e.g. electrically conductive coating) VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
This device is limited to installation in a completely enclosed container made of metal, concrete or reinforced fiberglass to pre- vent RF emissions, which can otherwise interfere with aeronauti- cal navigation, the maximum approved tilt angle is 10°. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Environnement ouvert : Pour l'utilisation hors des cuves fermées, la condition suivante doit être remplie : L'appareil doit être installé et entretenu de manière à garantir une orientation verticale vers le bas du faisceau principal de l’antenne émettrice. De plus, VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
The environment management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001. Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual: • Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage" • Chapter "Disposal" VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone: • Download the smartphone app "VEGA Tools" from the "Apple App Store" or the "Google Play Store" • Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or •...
Principle of operation Application area The VEGAPULS 67 is a radar sensor for continuous level measure- ment of bulk solids under simple process conditions. It is suitable for smaller silos and vessels. The instrument is also suitable for applications in liquids.
PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Interface adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628). VEGADIS 81 The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics sensors. ® For sensors with double chamber housing the interface adapter "VEGADIS adapter"...
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Supplementary electron- The supplementary electronics is a replacement part for sensors with ics for Profibus PA Profibus PA and double chamber housing. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Supple- mentary electronics for Profibus PA" (Document-ID 42767). VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
The free openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red dust protection caps as transport protection. The dust protection caps do not provide sufficient protection against moisture. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
The mounting strap enables simple mounting on the vessel wall or silo top. It is suitable for wall, ceiling or boom mounting. Especially in open vessels this is a very easy and effective way to align the sensor to the bulk solid surface. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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– Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180° • Double chamber housing – Angle of inclination 90°, infinitely variable – Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90° Fig. 4: Adjustment of the angle of inclination VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Fig. 6: Position of the polarisation Marking bar Installation position Mount the instrument at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from the vessel wall. 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 7: Mounting the radar sensor on the vessel top VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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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 67 • Profibus PA...
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- the mounting type must be specified with the order. Information: The mounting socket should be as short as possible and its end rounded. This reduces false echoes from the vessel mounting socket. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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4 Mounting Fig. 10: Recommended socket mounting If the medium has good reflective properties, VEGAPULS 67 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.
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To detect nearly the complete vessel volume the sensor should be directed in such a way that the measuring beam reaches the lowest level in the vessel, i.e. the outlet. Fig. 13: Mounting in open vessel VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Large material heaps are best measured with several instruments, which can be mounted on e.g. traverse cranes. For this type of ap- plication it is advantageous to orient the sensor perpendicular to the bulk solid surface. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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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 67 • Profibus PA...
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Thus the sensor should be mounted at the largest possible distance from the separating wall. The optimum mounting position is on the outer wall of the silo with the sensor oriented towards the outlet in the silo center. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Air rinsing Air rinsing is useful for avoiding buildup, particularly when there is strong condensation. Since VEGAPULS 67 has no direct rinsing air connection, a separate rinsing air connection must be provided in the mounting socket. By inclining this connection towards the top, a particularly effective cleaning of the antenna cover is achieved.
On plastic housings, the NPT cable gland or the Conduit steel tube must be screwed into the threaded insert without grease. Max. torque for all housings, see chapter "Technical data". VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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 Fig. 23: Connection steps 5 and 6 - Single chamber housing VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
10. Reinsert the display and adjustment module, if one was installed 11. Screw the housing lid back on The electrical connection is finished. Wiring plan, single chamber housing The following illustration applies to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Electronics compartment 6 7 8 Fig. 26: Electronics compartment - double chamber housing Internal connection to the terminal compartment Contact pins for the display and adjustment module or interface adapter Selection switch for bus address VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Terminal compart- ment - Radio module PLICSMOBILE Status SIM-Card Test Fig. 28: Terminal compartment - Radio module PLICSMOBILE Voltage supply You can find detailed information on connection in the supplementary instructions "PLICSMOBILE GSM/GPRS radio module". VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Fig. 33: View to the plug connector M12 x 1 Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Contact pin Colour, connection ca- Terminal, electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 1 Brown Pin 2 White Pin 3 Blue Pin 4 Black VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
6 7 8 Fig. 35: Address selection switch Addresses <100 (selection 0), addresses >100 (selection 1) Decade of the address (selection 0 to 9) Unit position of the address (selection 0 to 9) VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
The addressing procedure is described in the operating instructions manual "Display and adjustment module. Switch-on phase After VEGAPULS 67 is connected to the bus system, the instrument carries out a self-test for approx. 30 seconds. The following steps are carried out: •...
The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. Fig. 36: Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compart- ment of the single chamber housing VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
If you intend to retrofit the instrument with a display and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication, a higher lid with an inspection glass is required. Adjustment system Fig. 38: Display and adjustment elements LC display Adjustment keys • Key functions [OK] key: VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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(with inspection window) of the sensor housing. Fig. 39: Display and adjustment elements - with adjustment via magnetic pen LC display Magnetic pen Adjustment keys Bluetooth symbol Lid with inspection window VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Main menu The main menu is divided into five sections with the following func- tions: Setup: Settings, for example, to measurement loop name, medium, application, vessel, adjustment, AI FB 1 Channel - scaling - damping VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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"Liquid" or "Bulk solid" should be made in this menu item. Through this selection, the sensor is optimally adapted to the product, and measurement certainty, particularly in products with poor reflec- tive properties, is considerably increased. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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– High requirements on measurement accuracy • Properties, sensor: – Low sensitivity to sporadic false echoes – Stable and reliable measured values through averaging – High accuracy – Short reaction time of the sensor not required VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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– Sporadic false echoes are suppressed Dosing vessel: • Setup: all vessel sizes possible • Medium speed: – Fast filling and emptying – Vessel is filled and emptied very often • Vessel: tight installation situation VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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– Measurement through the vessel top, if appropriate to the application – With empty vessel, the measurement can go through the bot- • Process/measurement conditions: – Condensation on the plastic ceiling – In outdoor facilities, water and snow on vessel top possible VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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– Spiders and insects build nests in the antennas – Turbulent water surface – Sensor flooding possible • Properties, sensor: – Stable and reliable measured values through frequent averag- – Insensitive in the close range VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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To indicate the actual level, the measured distance must be assigned to a certain height percentage. To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty ves- sel, see the following example: VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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2. Edit the percentage value with [OK] and set the cursor to the requested position with [->]. 3. Set the requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK]. The cursor jumps now to the distance value. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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– Percent with radar, guided microwave and ultrasonic sensors – Pressure or height with pressure transmitters • SV2 (Secondary Value 2): – Distance with radar, guided microwave and ultrasonic sensors – Percent with pressure transmitters • Height VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Depending on the sensor type, the factory setting is 0 s or 1 s. Setup - Lock adjustment In this menu item, the PIN is activated/deactivated permanently. Entering a 4-digit PIN protects the sensor data against unauthorized access and unintentional modifications. If the PIN is activated perma- VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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SV2 (Secondary Value 2): Distance value before the adjustment • AI FB1 (OUT) • AI FB2 (OUT) • AI FB3 (OUT) • Height Diagnostics - Device In this menu item, the device status is displayed. status VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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In this menu item you simulate measured values via the signal output. Hence, the signal path can be tested via the segment coupler up to the input card of the control system. How to start the simulation: 1. Push [OK] VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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With the adjustment software PACTware and a PC, a high resolution echo curve can be displayed and used to recognize signal changes during operation. In addition, the echo curve of setup can be dis- VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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This should be done with the lowest possible level so that all potential interfering reflections can be detected. Proceed as follows: 1. Select with [->] the menu item "False signal suppression" and confirm with [OK]. 2. Confirm again with [OK]. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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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 l or kg, a scaling can be also set in the menu item "Display". VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Entering a 4-digit PIN protects the sensor data against unauthorized access and unintentional modification. In this menu item, the PIN is displayed or edited and changed. However, this menu item is only available if adjustment is enabled in the menu "Setup". VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Peak values, measured value: Resets the measured min. and max. distances to the current measured value. Select the requested reset function [->] and confirm with [OK]. The following table shows the default values of VEGAPULS 67: VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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• All data of the menu "Setup" and "Display" • In the menu "Additional settings" the items "Distance unit, tem- perature unit and linearization" • The values of the user-programmable linearisation curve VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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In this menu item, the Profibus ident number of the instrument is Number displayed. Instrument features In this menu item, the features of the sensor such as approval, pro- cess fitting, seal, measuring range, electronics, housing and others are displayed. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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 device settings". VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manu- al "DTM Collection/PACTware" 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 DTMs. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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. Saving the parameterisation data We recommend documenting or saving the parameterisation data via PACTware.
Set up with other systems 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". VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Echo curve of the setup: This is used as reference echo curve for the measurement conditions during setup. Changes in the measure- ment conditions during operation or buildup on the sensor can thus be recognized. The echo curve of the setup is stored via: VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the user via PACTware/DTM or EDD. Maintenance: Due to external influences, the instrument function is limited. The measurement is affected, but the measured value is VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Error in the EEPROM bration • • F261 Error during setup Repeat setup Bit 9 • • False signal suppression faulty Repeat reset Error in the config- • Error when carrying out a reset uration VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Load XML file with sensor data Error during the re- status into the sensor set "delivery status" • • M501 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Bit 14 • Send instrument for repair Error in the non- active linearisation table VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
• Constant level • Filling • Emptying The images in column "Error pattern" show the real level as a broken line and the level displayed by the sensor as a continuous line. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Amplitude or position of a false Determine the reason for the signal has changed (e.g. con- changed false signals, carry out densation, buildup); false signal false signal suppression, e.g. suppression no longer matches with condensation actual conditions VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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• Minimize interfering installations in the close range by changing the polarization direction • After eliminating the false sig- nals, the false signal suppres- sion must be deleted. Carry out a new false signal suppression VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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.
Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging • Please contact the agency serving you to get the address for the return shipment. You can find the agency on our home page www.vega.com. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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 67 • Profibus PA...
Ʋ Ground terminal 316L Process fittings Ʋ Flanges DIN from DN 80, ASME from 3", JIS from DN 100 10K Weight depending on process fitting and 0.7 … 3.4 kg (1.543 … 7.496 lbs) housing material VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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The reference plane for the measurement is the lower side of the flange. Fig. 53: Data of the input variable Reference plane Measured variable, max. measuring range Antenna length Utilisable measuring range VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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10 mm (0.394 in) 2 mm (0.079 in) - 2 mm (- 0.079 in) 1,0 m (3.280 ft) - 10 mm (- 0.394 in) Fig. 54: Deviation under reference conditions Reference plane Antenna edge Recommended measuring range VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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90 % of the final value (IEC 61298-2). Outside the specified beam angle, the energy level of the radar signal is 50% (-3 dB) less. EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power. VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Display and adjustment module Display element Display with backlight Measured value indication Ʋ Number of digits Ʋ Size of digits W x H = 7 x 13 mm Adjustment elements Ʋ 4 keys [OK], [->], [+], [ESC] VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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-40 … +85 °C (-40 … +185 °F) Resolution < 0.1 K Accuracy ±3 K Voltage supply Operating voltage U Ʋ Non-Ex instrument 9 … 32 V DC Ʋ Ex-ia instrument - Power supply 9 … 17.5 V DC FISCO model VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Stainless steel (precision Single chamber IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) Type 6P casting) IP 68 (1 bar) Double chamber IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) Type 6P IP 68 (1 bar) Protection rating (IEC 61010-1) VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
Instruments with approvals can have different technical specifications 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, "Instrument search (serial number)" as well as in the download area.
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11 Supplement Fig. 55: VEGAPULS 67: Block diagram with AI FB 1 … AI FB 3 OUT values TB Transducer Block FB 1 … FB 3 Function Block Module of the PA sensors For the cyclic data traffic, VEGAPULS 67 provides the following modules: •...
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-10 -11 -12 -13 -14 -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 -20 -21 -22 -23 Sign Significant Significant Exponent Significant (Exponent - 127) Value = (-1) (1 + Significant) Fig. 57: Data format of the measured value VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Hi-Alarm tive advisory alarm - high limited 0 x 8d good (non-cascade) - ac- Lo-Lo-Alarm tive critical alarm - low limited 0 x 8e good (non-cascade) - ac- Hi-Hi-Alarm tive critical alarm - high limited VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
11 Supplement 11.3 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 ~ 69 mm ~ 84 mm (2.72") (3.31") ø 79 mm ø 79 mm (3.11")
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Fig. 61: Housing versions with protection rating IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Stainless steel double chamber housing (precision casting) VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Fig. 62: Housing version with protection rating IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Stainless steel double chamber housing (precision casting) VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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VEGAPULS 67, version with mounting strap 125 mm (4.92") 2,5 mm (0.10") 75 mm (2.95") 107 mm (4.21") 9 mm (0.35") 115 mm (4.53") 12 mm (0.47") Fig. 63: VEGAPULS 67, mounting strap in 170 or 300 mm length VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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ø 21 mm (4.21") (0.83") ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 115 mm (4.53") ø 156 mm (6.14") ø 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 64: VEGAPULS 67, compression flange suitable for DN 80 PN 16/ASME 3" 150lbs/JIS80 10K VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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ø 21 mm (4.21") (0.83") ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 156 mm (6.14") ø 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 65: VEGAPULS 67, compression flange with rinsing connection suitable for DN 80 PN 16/ASME 3" 150lbs/ JIS80 10K VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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11 Supplement VEGAPULS 67, version with adapter flange ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 98 mm (3.86") Fig. 66: VEGAPULS 67, adapter flange Adapter flange Seal VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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11 Supplement VEGAPULS 67, version with adapter flange and rinsing connection ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 98 mm (3.86") Fig. 67: VEGAPULS 67, adapter flange and air rinsing Rinsing connection Reflux valve Adapter flange VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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Instrument master file 79 Vessel installations 23 Instrument units 52 Instrument version 57 Language 49 Linearisation curve 53 Lock adjustment 48 Main menu 39 Meas. certainty 50 Measured value memory 62 Measurement loop name 40 Mounting socket 19 VEGAPULS 67 • Profibus PA...
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