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AUTOMATION
P R O D U C T S
G R O U P,
I N C.
Operator's Manual
VBL Series
General Purpose
Vibrating Level Sensor
Rev. A2, 9/09
Automation Products Group, Inc.
APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications
Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • E-mail: sales@apgsensors.com
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- Page 1 G R O U P, I N C. Operator’s Manual VBL Series General Purpose Vibrating Level Sensor Rev. A2, 9/09 Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • E-mail: sales@apgsensors.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installation ..................11 Adjustment Procedure ..............14 Sensitivity ..................16 Wiring .................... 17 Start Up ..................17 Maintenance ................. 18 Troubleshooting ................20 Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 3: Warranty
No representation or warranty, express or implied, made by any sales representative, distributor, or other agent or representative of APG which is not specifically set forth herein shall be binding upon APG. APG shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses directly or indirectly arising from the sale, handling, improper application or use of the goods or from any other cause relating thereto and APG’s liability hereunder, in... -
Page 4: Introduction
Since the detecting point is at the tip of the vibration pipe, it is immune to buildup of the medium on the inside wall of the vessel. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 5: Specifications
Housing: Aluminum die cast (ADC) Vibration Probe: 304SS (316SS optional) Cable Entries: G 3/4, G 1/2 or NPT 1/2 Rating: IP65/NEMA 4 Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... - Page 6 (-20 to 60°C) VBL-31 -4 to 158°F -4 to 140°F (-20 to 70°C) (-20 to 60°C) Maximum Pressure: 290 psi (20 bar) Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
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Page 7: Dimensions
Rev. A2, 9/09 VBL Series Dimensions — in./mm Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 8: Nomenclature
VBL-22F/FT and VBL-32F F 15c (G 1/2) (Optionally Flange to install the sensor to the available.) tank. Cover for the sensor. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 9: Electronics
12. Sensitivity Setting Volume To set the sensor detecting sensitivities or to check the operating condition. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 10: Principle Of Operation
The electronic circuit detects the damping of these vibration pipe. The electronic circuit detects the damping of these vibration and converts into an relay output. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 11: Installation
• In case of negative or positive pressure in the container, use suitable pipe compound, gaskets or thread tape. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... - Page 12 • The maximum load at the tip of the vibration is 60 kgf. If it exceeds, the vibration pipe will be bent. Install the guard at least 100 mm above the vibrating pipe if necessary. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
- Page 13 • When using as a low level control, install the guard above the vibration rod as bridge or overload is anticipated. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
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Page 14: Adjustment Procedure
Powdered Coffee 0.26 Undetectable Less than 80 mm Standard Sensitivity: The sensitivity when shipping Super High Sensitivity: The most high detecting sensitivity. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... - Page 15 - Low sensitivity for sticky and build-up material. Adjust the check terminal voltage to 4.5 ~ 5.5 V by sensitivity setting volume. Set the sensitivity switch to L (ordinary sensitivity range). Consult APG for repair or replacement in case of indicating the incorrect voltage. Automation Products Group, Inc.
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Page 16: Sensitivity
Turn sensitivity volume until the desired voltage is read. After adjustment, set the switch to H or L and make sure 8~10 VDC can be read. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 17: Wiring
Sensitivity Switch To set high or low sensitivity. Sensitivity Volume To adjust the sensitivity. Detection Status LED Power Status LED Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... -
Page 18: Maintenance
Then adjust the sensitivity volume in the state of sensitivity setting switch is AJ until the correct voltage can be read. Otherwise, the sensor is defective. Consult APG for repair/replacement. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... - Page 19 • Depending on the measuring materials, the sensor will cause corrosion or rubbing. Make sure the corrosion and rubbing are not outbreaking or progressing periodically, Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
• Heavy deposit on vibration rod. • Material has dead stock. Remedies • Clean vibration rod. • Install sensor in better location or isolate dead stock. Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com... - Page 21 Rev. A2, 9/09 VBL Series Notes Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
- Page 22 VBL Series Rev. A2, 9/09 Notes Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
- Page 23 Rev. A2, 9/09 VBL Series Notes Automation Products Group, Inc. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Tel: 1/888/525-7300 • Fax: 1/435/753-7490 • www.apgsensors.com • sales@apgsensors.com...
- Page 24 AUTOMATION P R O D U C T S G R O U P, I N C. APG...Providing tailored solutions for measurement applications Automation Products Group, Inc. Tel: 1/888/525-7300 1/435/753-7300 Fax: 1/435/753-7490 e-mail: sales@apgsensors.com www.apgsensors.com Automation Products Group, Inc. 1025 W. 1700 N.
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