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Vega VEGAPULS 66 Operating Instructions Manual

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VEGAPULS 66
Profibus PA
Enamelled version
Document ID: 33335

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions VEGAPULS 66 Profibus PA Enamelled version Document ID: 33335...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Set up with PACTware and other adjustment programs ............ 47 Connect the PC via VEGACONNECT ................47 Parameter adjustment with PACTware ................48 Parameter adjustment with PDM ..................49 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 49 8 Maintenance and fault rectification ..................50 VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 3 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: 2017-09-22 VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    Symbols used Document ID This symbol on the front page of this instruction refers to the Docu- ment ID. By entering the Document ID on www.vega.com you will reach the document download. Information, tip, note This symbol indicates helpful additional information.

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGAPULS 66 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find detailed information about the area of application in chapter "Product description".

  • Page 6: Safety Label On The Instrument

    For operation inside of closed vessels, points a to f in annex E of EN 302372 must be fulfilled. FCC and IC conformity (only for USA/Canada) VEGAPULS 66 is FCC and IC approved: • FCC ID: O6QPULS6566 VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 7: Installation And Operation In The Usa And Canada

    IC: 3892A-PS6566 Modifications not expressly approved by VEGA will lead to expiry of the operating licence according to FCC. VEGAPULS 66 is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC regulations. Take note of the respective operating regulations: • This device may not cause interference, and •...

  • Page 8: Product Description

    In this operating instructions manual, the optional instrument features are described. The respective scope of delivery results from the order specification. Constituent parts The VEGAPULS 66 consists of the components: • Process fitting with enamelled antenna system • Housing with electronics, optionally available with plug connector, optionally available with connection cable •...
  • Page 9 3 Product description Fig. 1: VEGAPULS 66 - enamel version with plastic housing Housing cover with integrated PLICSCOM (optional) Housing with electronics 3 Process fitting with antenna system Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: •...

  • Page 10: Principle Of Operation

    (also available as a download).A CD with the appropriate files can be ordered via e-mail under info@de.vega. com or by phone from one of the VEGA agencies under the order number "DRIVER.S". The backlight of the display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor.

  • Page 11: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    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 "DISADAPT"...
  • Page 12 Electronics module "VEGAPULS series 60" is a replacement part for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60. A different version is available for each type of signal output. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Elec- tronics module VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 30176). VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 13: Mounting

    Prior to setup you have to replace these protective caps with ap- proved cable glands or close the openings with suitable blind plugs. Measuring range The reference plane for the measuring range is the lower edge of the flange. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 14 The emitted radar impulses of VEGAPULS 66 are electromagnetic waves. The polarisation plane is the direction of the electrical share. Their position is marked on the instrument. Fig. 4: Position of the polarisation plane of VEGAPULS 66 Marking hole Suitability for the process...

  • Page 15: Mounting Instructions

    Mounting instructions Installation position When mounting the VEGAPULS 66, keep a distance of at least 500 mm (19.69 in) to the vessel wall. If the sensor is installed in the center of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise.
  • Page 16 Fig. 7: Inflowing liquid Mounting 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 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 17 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 suppression should be carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that the VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 18 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 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 19 Vent hole max. ø 5 mm (0.2 in) If possible, the diameter of the sensor antenna should correspond to the inner diameter of the tube. With VEGAPULS 66 this is approx. 50 mm (1.969 in) depending on the antenna. The sensor can be used with tube diameters between 50 …...
  • Page 20 (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 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 21: Connecting To Power Supply

    The screen in the sensor must be connected directly to the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal outside on the housing must be connected to the potential equalisation (low impedance). VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 22: Connection Procedure

    5. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry 6. Lift the opening levers of the terminals with a screwdriver (see following illustration) 7. Insert the wire ends into the open terminals according to the wir- ing plan VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 23: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing

    12. Screw the housing lid back on The electrical connection is finished. Wiring plan, single chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 24 Electronics and terminal compartment Display I ² C 5 6 7 8 Fig. 16: Electronics and terminal compartment - single chamber housing Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface) Spring-loaded terminals for connection of the external indication VEGADIS 3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 25: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version. Housing overview Fig. 18: 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 5 Cable gland VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 26 5 6 7 8 Fig. 19: Electronics compartment - double chamber housing Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface) 2 Internal connection cable to the connection compartment Terminals for VEGADIS 81 Terminal compartment I 2 C Fig. 20: Terminal compartment - double chamber housing Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface) 3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 27: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing Ex D

    Wiring plan, double chamber housing Ex d Housing overview Fig. 22: 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 5 Cable gland VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 28 5 Connecting to power supply Electronics compartment Display I ² C 5 6 7 8 Fig. 23: Electronics compartment - double chamber housing Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface) 2 Internal connection cable to the connection compartment Terminals for VEGADIS 81 Terminal compartment Fig. 24: Connection compartment, Ex-d-ia double chamber housing 1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply and cable screen 2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 29: Wiring Plan - Version Ip 66/Ip 68, 1 Bar

    Fig. 26: Wire assignment, connection cable 1 Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding Switch-on phase Switch-on phase After connecting VEGAPULS 66 to power supply or after a voltage recurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30 seconds: • Internal check of the electronics • Indication of the instrument type, the firmware as well as the sen- sor TAGs (sensor designation) •...

  • Page 30: Set Up With The Display And Adjustment Module Plicscom

    4. Screw housing lid 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 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 31: Adjustment System

    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. 28: Display and adjustment elements LC display 2 Indication of the menu item number Adjustment keys • [OK] key: Key functions VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 32: Setup Steps

    Parameterization example The radar sensor measures the distance from the sensor to the product surface. For indication of the real level, an allocation of the measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 33 [OK]. Now the menu item "Min. adjustment" is displayed. Min. adjustment 0.00 % 5.000 m(d) 4.000 m(d) 3. Prepare the % value for editing with [OK] and set the cursor to the requested position with [->]. Set the requested percentage value VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 34 "Liquid" or "Solid". Medium Liquid Information: With VEGAPULS 66 with electronics version "Increased safety", "Solid" is preset as factory setting. However, the instrument should be used preferably in liquids. In such cases, the medium selection should be set to "Liquid" during setup.
  • Page 35 "Display". Linearisation curve Linear Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys, save your settings and jump to the next menu item with the [->] key. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 36 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module PLICSCOM Caution: Note the following if the VEGAPULS 66 with corresponding approval is used as part of an overfill protection system according to WHG (Water Resources Act): If a linearisation curve is selected, the measuring signal is no longer necessarily linear to the filling height.
  • Page 37 "Trend curve". Then the values can be displayed on a time axis. The oldest measured values are always deleted. In the menu item "Choose curve", the respective curve is selected. Curve selection ▼ Echo curve VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 38 2. Select the menu item "Service" with [->] and confirm with [OK]. Now the menu item "False signal suppression" is displayed. 3. Confirm "False signal suppression - Change now" with [OK] and select in the below menu "Create new". Enter the actual distance VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 39 Service - Extended set- The menu item "Extended setting" offers the possibility to optimise ting VEGAPULS 66 for applications in which the level changes very quickly. To do this, select the function "Quick level change > 1 m/min.". Extended setting quick level change >...
  • Page 40 Profibus PA or Foundation Fieldbus a digital value. How to interrupt the simulation: → Push [ESC] Information: The simulation is automatically terminated 10 minutes after the last pressing of a key. Simulation Start simulation? VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 41 In this menu item you select the internal arithmetic unit of the sensor. Unit of measurement m(d) Sensor-specific basic adjustment. Depending on the sensor type, see chapter "Technical data". Special parameters are parameters which are set customer-specifically on the service level with the adjustment software PACTware. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 42 • Displayed value The 4 … 20 mA signal of the sensor is switched off. The sensor uses a constant current of 4 mA. The measuring signal is transmitted exclusively as a digital HART signal. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 43 Date of manufacture: Date of the factory calibration • Software version: Edition of the sensor software Date of manufacture Software version • Date of last change using PC: Date of the last change of sensor parameters via PC VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 44: Menu Schematic

    ▼ ▼ not known not known 30.000 m(d) 0.000 m(d) 0.665 m(d) 0.665 m(d) Damping Linearisation curve Sensor-TAG ▼ Sensor linear Display Basic adjustment ▶ Display Diagnostics Service Info Displayed value Backlight ▼ PA-Out Switched off VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 45 Language Copy sensor data ▼ Copy sensor data? Enable? Deutsch Info Basic adjustment Display Diagnostics Service ▶ Info Instrument type Date of manufacture Last change using PC Sensor characteristics Software version Display now? Serial number VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 46: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    They are thus available for multiple use or service purposes. If VEGAPULS 66 is equipped with a display and adjustment module, the most important data can be read out of the sensor into the display and adjustment module.

  • Page 47: Set Up With Pactware And Other Adjustment Programs

    Fig. 30: Connection of the PC via VEGACONNECT directly to the sensor 1 USB cable to the PC VEGACONNECT Sensor VEGACONNECT exter- nally TWIST Fig. 31: Connection via VEGACONNECT externally 1 I²C bus (com.) interface on the sensor 2 I²C connection cable of VEGACONNECT VEGACONNECT 4 USB cable to the PC Necessary components: • VEGAPULS 66 • PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 48: Parameter Adjustment With Pactware

    Saving/printing the project as well as import/export functions are also part of the standard version. In the full version there is also an extended print function for complete project documentation as well as a save function for measured value VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 49: Parameter Adjustment With Pdm

    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.

  • Page 50: Maintenance And Fault Rectification

    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.

  • Page 51: Exchanging The Electronics Module

    Ex approval may be used. If there is no electronics module available on site, one can be ordered from the VEGA agency serving you. Sensor serial number The new electronics module must be loaded with the settings of the sensor.

  • Page 52: Software Update

    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 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 53: Dismount

    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 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 54: Supplement

    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) VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 55 Corresponds to the range with 50 % of the emitted power 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 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 56 10 mm (0.394 in) 1,0 m (3.28 ft) 35 m (114.8 ft) - 10 mm (- 0.394 in) - 20 mm (- 0.788 in) Fig. 33: Deviation VEGAPULS 66 enamel Influence of the ambient temperature to the sensor electronics Average temperature coefficient of the 0.03 %/10 K zero signal (temperature error)
  • Page 57 10 Supplement 80°C (176°F) 50°C (122°F) 150°C 200°C Proz (302°F) (392°F) Fig. 34: Temperature derating VEGAPULS 66 enamel without display and adjustment module 70°C (158°F) 50°C (122°F) 150°C 200°C Proz (302°F) (392°F) Fig. 35: Temperature derating VEGAPULS 66 enamel with display and adjustment module...
  • Page 58 8 mm (0.315 in) Ʋ Colour - standard PE Black Ʋ Colour - standard PUR Blue Ʋ Colour - Ex-version Blue Depending on the version M12 x 1, according to DIN 43650, Harting, 7/8" FF. VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 59 Single chamber IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) Type 6P IP 68 (1 bar) Type 6P Double chamber IP 66/IP 67 Type 4X IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) Type 6P IP 68 (1 bar) Type 6P VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 60: Profibus Pa

    Each Profibus instrument gets an unambiguous ident number (ID number) from the Profibus user organisation (PNO). This ID number is also included in the name of the GSD file. For VEGAPULS 66 the ID number is 0 x 0772(hex) and the GSD file PS__0772.GSD. Optionally to this manufacturer- specific GSD file, PNO provides also a general so-called profile-specific GSD file.
  • Page 61 PA-Out Select additional cyclic value Fig. 36: VEGAPULS 66: Block diagram with AI (PA-OUT) value and additional cyclical value TB Transducer Block FB Function Block Module of the PA sensors For the cyclic data traffic, VEGAPULS 66 provides the following modules: •...
  • Page 62 0 x 00 bad - non-specific Flash-Update active • 0 x 04 bad - configuration error Adjustment error • Configuration error with PV-Scale (PV-Span too small) • Unit irregularity • Error in the linearization table VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 63 (non-cascade) - active ad- Hi-Alarm visory alarm - high limited 0 x 8d good (non-cascade) - active crit- Lo-Lo-Alarm ical alarm - low limited 0 x 8e good (non-cascade) - active crit- Hi-Hi-Alarm ical alarm - high limited VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 64: Dimensions

    ø 84 mm ø 80 mm ø 77 mm (3.31") (3.15") (3.03") M16x1,5 M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ ½ NPT ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Fig. 41: 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 Plastic single chamber (IP 66/IP 67) Aluminium - single chamber Aluminium - double chamber Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Stainless steel double chamber housing (precision casting) VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 65 DN 200 PN 16 12xø22 inch DN 150 PN 16 11.22" 0.87" 9.45" 8.35" 5.67" 8x ø 0.87" 8.90" DN 200 PN 16 13.39" 0.95" 11.61" 10.55" 6.38" 12x ø 0.87" 10.87" Fig. 43: VEGAPULS 66, enamel VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...

  • Page 66: Industrial Property Rights

    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.
  • Page 67 Notes VEGAPULS 66 • Profibus PA...
  • Page 68 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2017 VEGA Grieshaber KG Phone +49 7836 50-0 Am Hohenstein 113...

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