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 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Safety label on the instrument The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be observed. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Because interfering emissions have to be reck- oned with when the instrument is used in residential areas, the user must make sure necessary countermeasures are implemented. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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: • Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage" • Chapter "Disposal" VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
– Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions) – if necessary, further certificates Constituent parts The VEGAPULS 66 consists of the components: • Process fitting with enamelled antenna system • Housing with electronics • Housing cover, optionally available with display and adjustment module PLICSCOM The components are available in different versions. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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• SIL identification (with SIL rating ex works) With the serial number, you can access the delivery data of the instru- ment via www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "serial number search". You can find the serial number on the inside of the instrument as well as on the type label on the outside. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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• Protected against solar radiation • Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration • Storage and transport Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement - temperature Technical data - Ambient conditions" • Relative humidity 20 … 85 % VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
(e.g. through cleaning processes) or on cooled or heated vessels. Fig. 2: Measures against moisture ingress Measuring range The reference plane for the measuring range is the lower edge of the flange. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Their position is marked on the instrument. Fig. 4: Position of the polarisation plane of VEGAPULS 66 Marking hole Suitability for the process Make sure that all parts of the instrument coming in direct contact conditions with the process, especially the sensor element, process seal and process fitting, are suitable for the existing process conditions, such VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream. Make sure that you detect the product surface, not the inflowing product. Fig. 7: Inflowing liquid Socket The socket piece should be dimensioned in such a way that the an- tenna end protrudes at least 10 mm (0.4 in) out of the socket. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Small, inclined sheet metal baffles above the installations scatter the radar signals and prevent direct interfering reflections. Fig. 10: Cover flat, large-area profiles with deflectors Agitators If there are agitators in the vessel, a false signal storage should be carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that the interfer- VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Surge pipe Make sure you provide the necessary upper vent hole in the surge pipe. The hole must be aligned so that it and the polarisation marking on the sensor flange are in the same plane (see illustration: "Pipe antenna system in a tank"). VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Select during setup the function "Bypass tube". Align the sensor in such a way that the polarisation marking on the sensor flange is in the same plane as the tube holes or the tube con- nection openings (see illustration: "VEGAPULS in a bypass tube"). VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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(19.69 in) or more. In case of extremely rough tube inner walls, you should use an inserted tube (tube in tube) or a radar sensor with tube antenna. Information: With VEGAPULS 66 in flange version, the polarisation plane is always in the center between two flange holes. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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 VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
8. Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them 9. Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Fig. 15: Double chamber housing Housing cover, connection compartment Blind plug or plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61 (optional) Housing cover, electronics compartment Filter element for air pressure compensation Cable gland VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Ground terminal for connection of the ground conductor and screen Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply Information: Keep in mind that the display and adjustment module must only be used in the electronics compartment. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
• Output signal jumps briefly (approx. 10 seconds) to the set fault current Then the corresponding current is outputted to the cable (the value corresponds to the actual level as well as the settings already carried out, e.g. factory setting). VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
4. Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on Disassembly is carried out in reverse order. The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Adjustment system Fig. 20: Display and adjustment elements LC display Indication of the menu item number Adjustment keys • Key functions [OK] key: – Move to the menu overview VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
These settings can be made ahead of time without the instrument having to be installed. Caution: If there is a separation of liquids with different dielectric constant in the vessel, e.g. from condensation, VEGAPULS 66 can detect under VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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2. Enter the appropriate distance value in m (corresponding to the percentage value) for the full vessel. Keep in mind that the max. level must lie below the dead band. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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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 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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> 1 m/min.". Extended setting quick level change > 1 m/min. Note: Since with the function "Quick level change > 1 m/min." the genera- tion of an average value of the signal processing is considerably reduced, false reflections by agitators or vessel installations can cause measured value fluctuations. A false echo memory is thus recommended. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Damping Linearization Linear Sensor-TAG Sensor Displayed value Distance Extended settings None Current output - characteristics 4 … 20 mA Current output - max. current 20 mA Sensor-specific basic adjustment. Depending on the sensor type, see chapter "Technical data". VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Menu schematic Information: Depending on the version and application, the light-coloured menu windows are not always available or offer nor selection possibility. Special parameters are parameters which are set customer-specifically on the service level with the adjustment software PACTware. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Service Info Peak value indicator Meas. reliability Curve selection Echo curve 15 dB ▼ Distance min.: 0.234 m(d) Sensor status Presentation of the echo Echo curve curve Distance max.: 5.385 m(d) VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
If it is necessary to exchange the sensor, the display and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are written into the sensor under the menu item "Copy sensor data". VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Fig. 22: Connection via VEGACONNECT externally I²C bus (com.) interface on the sensor I²C connection cable of VEGACONNECT VEGACONNECT USB cable to the PC Necessary components: • VEGAPULS 66 • PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
To ensure that all instrument functions are supported, you should always use the latest DTM Collection. Furthermore, not all described functions are included in older firmware versions. You can download the latest instrument software from our homepage. A description of the update procedure is also available in the Internet. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
CD from the agency serving you. Parameter adjustment with AMS™ and PDM For VEGA sensors, instrument descriptions for the adjustment programs AMS™ and PDM are available as DD or EDD. The instru- ment descriptions are already implemented in the current versions of AMS™ and PDM. For older versions of AMS™ and PDM, a free-of-charge download is available via Internet. Move via www.vega.com and "Downloads" to "Software". VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
It is recommended to document or save the parameter adjustment data. That way they are available for multiple use or service purposes. The VEGA DTM Collection and PACTware in the licensed, profession- al version provide suitable tools for systematic project documentation and storage. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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 manned 7 days a week round-the-clock. Since we offer this service worldwide, the support is only available in the English language. The service is free, only standard call charges are incurred.
Software update The software version of VEGAPULS 66 can be determined as follows: • on the type label of the electronics • Via the display and adjustment module • via PACTware VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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 VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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8 Maintenance and fault rectification • 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 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Distance to the level - scaled (for example hl, %) Resolution, digital > 1 mm (0.039 in) Input variable Measured variable distance between process fitting and product surface Min. distance from antenna end 100 mm (4 in) Measuring range up to 35 m (114.83 ft) With inductive load ohmic share min. 25 Ω/mH. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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Time to output the correct level (with max. 10 % deviation) after a sudden level change. at the aperture of a horn antenna with ø 150 mm Incl. non-linearity, hysteresis and non-repeatability. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
Always the lowest value is applicable! Process temperature (measured on the -40 … +200 °C (-40 … +392 °F) process fitting) Relating to the nominal measuring range, in the temperature range -40 … +80 °C . VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
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20 … 72 V DC, 20 … 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz Max. power consumption 4 VA; 2.1 W Electrical protective measures Protection rating IP 66/IP 67 (NEMA 4X) Overvoltage category Protection class Tested according to the guidelines of German Lloyd, GL directive 2. VEGAPULS 66 enamel • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire...
You can find detailed information in the supplied Safety Manual of the instrument series or under "www.vega.com", "Downloads", "Approvals". Approvals 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 via "VEGA Tools" and "Instrument search" as well as via "Downloads" and "Approvals". 10.2 Dimensions Housing ~ 87mm (3 ")
Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellec- tuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site www.vega.com. VEGA lineas de productos están protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad indus- trial. Para mayor información revise la pagina web www.vega.com.
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