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Vega VEGAPULS 63 Operating Instructions Manual

Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids, 4...20 ma/hart two-wire
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Operating Instructions

Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 63
4 ... 20 mA/HART two-wire
Document ID: 36511
Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547
Fax: +44 (0)191 477 5371
Email:
northernsales@thorneandderrick.co.uk
Website:
www.heattracing.co.uk
www.thorneanderrick.co.uk

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547 Fax: +44 (0)191 477 5371 Email: northernsales@thorneandderrick.co.uk Website: www.heattracing.co.uk www.thorneanderrick.co.uk Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids VEGAPULS 63 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire Document ID: 36511...

  • Page 2: Quick Start

    2. In the menu item "Medium"you select the medium of your applica- tion, for example "Aqueous solution". 3. Select in the menu item "Application" the vessel, the application and the vessel form, for example, storage tank. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 3 2. Select the output characteristics in the menu item "Current out- put". The quick start is then finished. For further information see chapter "Parameter adjustment". VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Saving the parameter adjustment data ......47 Set up with other systems DD adjustment programs ..........48 Communicator 375, 475 ........... 48 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service Maintenance ..............49 Measured value and event memory ......... 49 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 5 Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and op- eration in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved instruments. Editing status: 2013-02-08 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 6: About This Document

    This arrow indicates a single action. Sequence 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 7: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. 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 8: Ce Conformity

    FCC/IC. The instrument is in conformity with RSS-210 of the IC regulations. The instrument may only be used in closed vessels made of metal, concrete, or fibre-reinforced plastic. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 9: Environmental Instructions

    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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 10: Product Description

    • Order-specific sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML) • Test certificate "Measuring Accuracy" (PDF) For this purpose, move to www.vega.com and "VEGA Tools". Scope of this operating This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument instructions manual versions: •...

  • Page 11: Principle Of Operation

    – if necessary, further certificates Principle of operation Application area The VEGAPULS 63 is a radar sensor for continuous level measure- ment of aggressive liquids or with hygienic requirements. It is suitable for applications in storage tanks, process vessels, dosing vessels and reactors.

  • Page 12: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    HART of sensors with HART protocol. It is looped into the 4 … 20 mA/HART protocol signal cable. You can find further information in the operating instructions "VE- GADIS 62" (Document-ID 36469). VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 13 VEGAPULS series 60. There is a different version available for each type of signal output. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Elec- tronics module VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 36801). VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 14: Mounting

    4. Retighten screws in regular intervals depending on process pres- sure and temperature Polarisation plane The emitted radar impulses of the radar sensor are electromagnetic waves. The polarisation plane is the direction of the electrical wave VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 15 Marking hole Installation position When mounting the VEGAPULS 63, keep a distance of at least 200 mm (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 16 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 17 Fig. 12: Cover smooth profiles with deflectors Agitators If there are agitators in the vessel, a false signal memory should be carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that the interfer- VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 18 Under these prerequisites, 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 19 • A false signal suppression with integrated sensor is recommended but not mandatory • The measurement through a ball valve with complete run is pos- sible VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 20 100 % Fig. 15: Configuration bypass Radar sensor Marking of the polarisation direction 3 Instrument flange Distance sensor reference plane to upper tube connection Distance of the tube connections Ball valve with complete opening VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 21 • 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

    (e. g. 1 nF, 1500 V). The low-frequency potential equalisation currents are thus suppressed, but the protective effect against high frequency interfer- ence signals remains. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 23: Connection

    4. 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 5. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 24: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing

    11. Screw the housing cover back on The electrical connection is hence finished. Wiring plan, single chamber housing The following illustration applies to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 25: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    Internal connection to the connection compartment For display and adjustment module or interface adapter Information: The connection of an external display and adjustment unit is not pos- sible with this double chamber housing. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 26: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing Ex D

    Fig. 21: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing Internal connection to the connection compartment For display and adjustment module or interface adapter Internal connection to the plug connector for external display and adjust- ment unit (optional) VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

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

    Pin 4 Black Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) Wire assignment, con- nection cable Fig. 24: Wire assignment fix-connected connection cable brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 28: Switch-On Phase

    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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 29: Set Up With The Display And Adjustment Module

    The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. Fig. 25: Insertion of the display and adjustment module with single chamber housing into the electronics compartment VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 30: Adjustment System

    Adjustment system Fig. 27: Display and adjustment elements LC display Adjustment keys • Key functions [OK] key: – Move to the menu overview – Confirm selected menu – Edit parameter VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 31: Parameter Adjustment

    "Indicating and adjustment module". You can find in the operating instructions manual "Display and adjust- ment module" also the description of the menu sections "Display" and "Info". VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 32 The adjustment possibilities depend on the selection "Liquid" or "Bulk solid" under "Medium". 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. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 33 Process/measurement conditions: – Condensation, buildup by movement – Strong spout generation – Very agitated surface, foam generation Dosing vessel: • Setup: all vessel sizes possible • Product speed: – Fast filling and emptying VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 34 Open water (gauge measurement): • Gauge rate of change: slow gauge change • Process/measurement conditions: – Distance sensor to water surface to big – Extreme damping of output signal due to wave generation VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 35 Vessel of metal: weld joints • Process/measurement conditions: – Filling too close to the sensor – System noise with completely empty silo increased – Automatic false signal suppression with partly filled vessel VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 36 [->] key. With this selection, the operating range of the sensor is adapted to Setup - Vessel height, measuring range the vessel height and the reliability with different frame conditions is increased considerably. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 37 To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty ves- sel, see the following example: VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 38 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 39 The measurement reliability equals signal strength minus noise. The higher the value, the more reliable the measurement. With a function- ing measurement, the values are > 10 dB. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 40 Additional adjustments - The following circumstances cause interfering reflections and can False signal suppression influence the measurement: • High sockets VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 41 The filling level would then no longer be detectable in this area. If a false signal suppression has already been created in the sensor, the following menu window appears when selecting "False signal suppression": VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 42 - Reset are reset. The following reset functions are available: Delivery status: Restoring the parameter settings at the time of ship- ment from the factory incl. the order-specific settings. A created false VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 43 "Technical data" in the supplement Max. adjustment 0,000 m(d) Damping 0.0 s Current output 4 … 20 mA, < 3.6 mA mode Current output Min. current 3.8 mA, max. current Min./Max. 20.5 mA Lock operation Released VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 44: Saving The Parameter Adjustment Data

    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 sensor data". VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 45: Setup 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, VEGAMET 381, VEGAMET 391. Common Ex separators are also usually equipped with a sufficient current limitation resistance. In...

  • Page 46: 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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 47: Saving The Parameter Adjustment Data

    The standard version is available as a download under www.vega. com/downloads and "Software". The full version is available on CD from the agency serving you.

  • Page 48: Set Up With Other Systems

    The files can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under "Software". Communicator 375, 475 Device descriptions for the instrument are available as DD or EDD for parameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 49: Diagnosis, Asset Management And Service

    The echo curve of the setup is stored via: • PC with PACTware/DTM • Control system with EDD • Display and adjustment module VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 50: Asset Management Function

    Plan in maintenance for the instrument because a failure is expected in the near future (e.g. due to buildup). This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the user via PACTware/DTM or EDD. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 51 – Error in the EEPROM calibration F261 – Error during setup – Repeat setup – False signal suppression – Repeat reset Error in the faulty configuration – Error when carrying out a reset VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 52 – With the reset to delivery – Repeat reset status, the data could not – Load XML file with sensor Error with the be restored data into the sensor reset delivery status VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 53: Rectify Faults

    Check the 4 … 20 mA Connect a handmultimeter in the suitable measuring range according signal to the wiring plan. The following table describes possible errors in the current signal and helps to remove them: VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 54 "Hold value" • In case of a too low level indication, the reason could be a line resistance that is too high VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 55 – Turbulence on the product – Check application parameters, mains momentarily surface, quick filling change if necessary, e.g. in unchanged during fill- dosing vessel, reactor ing and then jumps to time the correct level VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 56 0 % larger than the product echo, Medium type, Vessel height and during emptying for example, with products with Floor form, adapt if necessary ε < 2.5 oil-based, solvents time VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 57: 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 also available outside the normal working hours on seven days a week around the clock.

  • 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 contact for the return shipment the agency serving you. You can find the agency on our home page www.vega.com. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 59: Dismounting

    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 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 60: Supplement

    The measured quantity is the distance between process fitting of the 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 61 HART output values according to HART 7.0 Ʋ PV (Primary Value) Distance to the level Ʋ SV (Secondary Value) Level as percentage value Ʋ TV (Third Value) Linearised percentage value Default values, can be assigned individually VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 62 ±0.03 %/10 K relating to the 16 mA span max. ±0.3 % Deviation on the current output by ana- < ±15 µA logue/digital conversion Deviation on the current output due to < ±150 µA strong, high frequency electromagnetic fields acc. to EN 61326 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 63 90 % of the final value (IEC 61298-2). Outside the specified beam angle, the energy of the radar signal has a level which is reduced by 50 % (-3 dB) EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 64 Shock resistance 100 g, 6 ms according to EN 60068-2-27 (mechanical shock) Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 bar Options of the cable entry VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 65 W x H = 7 x 13 mm Adjustment elements 4 keys Protection rating Ʋ unassembled IP 20 Ʋ mounted into the housing without IP 40 cover Materials Ʋ Housing Ʋ Inspection window Polyester foil VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 66 (16 … 400 Hz) Load see diagram Ω 1200 15,1 Fig. 49: Voltage diagram HART load Voltage limit Ex-ia instrument Voltage limit non-Ex/Ex-d instrument Operating voltage Electrical protective measures Protection, depending on housing version VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...

  • Page 67: Dimensions

    Instruments with approvals can have different technical data depending on the version. For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments must be carefully noted. They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com and "VEGA Tools" as well as under "Downloads" and "Approvals".
  • Page 68 ~ 105 mm (4.13") ~ 150 mm (5.91") ø 84 mm ø 84 mm (3.31") (3.31") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Fig. 52: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher Single chamber version Double chamber version VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 69 (3.31") (3.15") (3.03") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Fig. 54: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) - with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher Single chamber version, electropolished Single chamber version, precision casting Double chamber version, precision casting VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 70 (1.73") ø 75 mm (2.95") Fig. 55: VEGAPULS 63, flange version DN 50/DN 65 and 2"/2½" From DN 80 and from 3" With stainless steel housings and Aluminium double chamber housings, this dimension is 98 mm (3.86") VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 71 ø 75 mm (1.73") (2.95") Fig. 56: VEGAPULS 63, flange version, low temperature DN 50/DN 65 and 2"/2½" From DN 80 and from 3" With stainless steel housings and Aluminium double chamber housings, this dimension is 198 mm (7.80") VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 72 ø 90 mm ø 78 mm (3.54") (3.07") Fig. 57: VEGAPULS 63, hygienic fitting 1 NeumoBiocontrol Tuchenhagen Varivent DN 25 Hygienic fitting LA Hygienic fitting LB With stainless steel housings and Aluminium double chamber housings, this dimension is 4 mm (0.157") less VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 73 Clamp 2" (ø 64 mm), 2½" (ø 77.5 mm), 3" (ø 91 mm) according to DIN 32676, ISO 2852/316L Clamp 3½" (ø 106 mm), 4" (ø 119 mm) according to DIN 32676, ISO 2852/316L With stainless steel housings and Aluminium double chamber housings, this dimension is 4 mm (0.157") less VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 74 Bolting DIN 11851, DN 80 and 3" Bolting DIN 11864-2, DN 50 Bolting DIN 11864-2, DN 80 With stainless steel housings and Aluminium double chamber housings, this dimension is 4 mm (0.157") less VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 75 (2.56") ø 105 mm (4.13") ø 114 mm (4.49") Fig. 60: VEGAPULS 63, hygienic fitting 4 SMS DN 51 SMS DN 76 With stainless steel housings and Aluminium double chamber housings, this dimension is 4 mm (0.157") less VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 76 Линии продукции фирмы ВЕГА защищаются по всему миру правами на интеллектуальную собственность. Дальнейшую информацию смотрите на сайте VEGA系列产品在全球享有知识产权保护。 进一步信息请参见网站< >。 11.4 Trademark All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor/ originator. VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 77 26 Error messages 50 Service hotline 57 Event memory 49 Shielding 22 Socket 16 Status messages 50 False signal suppression 40 Storage 12 Fault rectification 53 Foam generation 18 Functional principle 11 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 78 INDEX Vessel height 36 Vessel installations 17 Type plate 10 Voltage supply 22 Vessel form 37 VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 79 Notes VEGAPULS 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire...
  • Page 80 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2013 Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547 VEGA Grieshaber KG Phone +49 7836 50-0...

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