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Vega VEGAPULS 64 Operating Instructions Manual

Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids
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Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 64
Two-wire 4 ... 20 mA/HART
Document ID: 51141

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids VEGAPULS 64 Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART Document ID: 51141...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment..............39 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 55 Setup with PACTware ......................56 Connect the PC ......................56 Parameter adjustment with PACTware ................56 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 58 VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 3 11.5 Trademark ........................97 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. Editing status: 2021-02-17 VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • 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, note, tip: This symbol indicates helpful additional infor- mation and tips for successful work.

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device, the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGAPULS 64 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find detailed information about the area of application in chapter " Product description". Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used according to the specifications in the operating instructions manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.

  • Page 6: Eu Conformity

    15 m above the ground. A list of the respective radio astronomy stations can be found in chap- ter " Appendix" of the operating instructions. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 7: Radio License For Usa

    10°. • Open Air Environment: For operation outside of closed vessels, the following condition must be fulfilled: This device shall be installed and maintained to ensure a vertically downward orienta- tion of the transmit antenna's main beam. Furthermore, the use of VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 8 • Il est uniquement autorisé d'utiliser la version d'appareil avec le filetage G1½ ou 1½ NPT en environnements ouvertes. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 9: Installation And Operation In The Usa And Canada

    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 fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual: • Chapter " Packaging, transport and storage" • Chapter " Disposal" VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 10: Product Description

    Reminder to observe the instrument documentation Serial number - Instru- The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it ment search you can find the following instrument data on our homepage: Use see chapter "Mounting instructions, sealing to the process" VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 11: Principle Of Operation

    Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone: • Download the VEGA Tools app from the " Apple App Store" or the " Google Play Store" • Scan the DataMatrix code on the type label of the instrument or •...

  • Page 12: Accessories

    VEGACONNECT The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. VEGADIS 81 The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics sensors. ® The VEGADIS adapter is an accessory part for sensors with double VEGADIS adapter chamber housings.
  • Page 13 DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, BS 10, ASME B 16.5, JIS B 2210-1984, GOST 12821-80. Welded sockets are used to connect the sensors to the process. Welded sockets and adapters Threaded adapters are used for adaptation of the sensor with threaded fitting G¾ or G1½ to existing welded sockets. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 14: Mounting

    • Abrasion and mechanical influences Second Line of Defense As a standard feature, the VEGAPULS 64 is separate from the pro- cess through its plastic antenna encapsulation. Optionally, the instrument is available with a Second Line of Defense (SLOD), a second process separation. It is located as gas-tight leadthrough between the process component and the electronics.
  • Page 15 Fig. 3: Ceiling mounting via the mounting strap with length 300 mm Mounting strap - Wall As an alternative the strap mounting is carried out horizontally or mounting obliquely. > 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 4: Wall mounting horizontally via the mounting strap with length 170 mm VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 16 DN 80, ASME 3" and JIS 80. It comes not sealed against the radar sensor and can thus only be used unpressurized. It can be retrofitted on instruments with single chamber housing, retrofitting to a double chamber housing is not possible. Fig. 6: Combi compression flange Combi compression flange Adapter flange The adapter flange is available from DN 100, ASME 4" and JIS 100. It is permanently connected with the radar sensor and sealed. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 17: Mounting Preparations, Mounting Strap

    Single chamber housing – Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180° – Angle of inclination 180°, infinitely variable • Double chamber housing – Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90° – Angle of inclination 90°, infinitely variable VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 18: Mounting Instructions

    When mounting the device, keep a distance of at least 200 mm (7.874 in) from the vessel wall. If the device is installed in the center of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise. However, VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 19 Fig. 13: Mounting of the radar sensor on vessels with conical bottom Reference plane The measuring range of VEGAPULS 64 begins physically at the end of the antenna. The min./max. adjustment, however, begins at the reference plane. The reference plane is different depending on the sensor version.
  • Page 20 With threaded connection, the antenna end should protrude at least 5 mm (0.2 in) out of the nozzle. Fig. 16: Recommended socket mounting with different versions of VEGAPULS Thread with integrated horn antenna Plastic horn antenna Flange with encapsulated antenna system VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 21 4 Mounting If the reflective properties of the medium are good, you can mount VEGAPULS 64 on sockets longer than the antenna. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded. Note: When mounting on longer nozzles, we recommend carrying out a false signal suppression (see chapter " Parameter adjustment"). You will find recommended values for socket heights in the following illustration or the tables. The values come from typical applications.
  • Page 22 ≤ 800 mm ≤ 31.5 in Sealing to the process The VEGAPULS 64 with flange and encapsulated antenna system, the PTFE washer of the antenna encapsulation serves also as pro- cess seal. Fig. 18: VEGAPULS 64 with flange and encapsulated antenna system PTFE washer Antenna encapsulation However, PTFE-plated flanges have a preload loss over time at high temperature changes. Note: Therefore, use disc springs to compensate for this preload loss during mounting.
  • Page 23 Recommended torque, see chapter " Technical data", " Torques". Mounting, PTFE threaded PTFE threaded adapters are available for VEGAPULS 64 with thread adapter G1½ or 1½ NPT. Due to this, only PTFE is in contact with the medium.
  • Page 24 4. Screw the threaded adapter on the hexagon into the welded socket. Torque see chapter " Technical data" 5. Screw VEGAPULS 64 on the hexagon into the threaded adapter. Torque see chapter " Technical data" Mounting in the vessel Instruments for a temperature range up to 200 °C have a spacer...
  • Page 25 Small, inclined sheet metal baffles above the installations " scatter" the radar signals and prevent direct interfering reflections. Fig. 23: Cover flat, large-area profiles with deflectors Orientation In liquids, direct the device as perpendicular as possible to the me- dium surface to achieve optimum measurement results. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 26: Measurement Setup - Flow

    Installation in the centre of the flume and vertical to the liquid surface • Distance to the overfall orifice or Venturi flume • Min. distance to the max. height of damming for optimum accu- racy: 250 mm (9.843 in) At smaller distances the measuring accuracy is reduced, see "Technical data". VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 27 Alternatively, you can also take over Q/h table values provided by the manufacturer here. • ISCO Parshall flume • Q/h table (assignment of height with corresponding flow in a table) Detailed project planning data can be found at the channel manufac- turers and in the technical literature. The following examples serve as an overview for flow measurement. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 28 3 ... 4 x h 90° Fig. 27: Flow measurement with Khafagi-Venturi flume: h = max. filling of the max. flume; B = tightest constriction in the flume Position sensor Venturi flume VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 29: Connecting To Power Supply

    In the case of instrument housings with self-sealing NPT threads, it is not possible to have the cable entries screwed in at the factory. The free openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red dust protection caps as transport protection. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 30: Connecting

    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 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 31: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing

    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 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 32: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia version. Electronics compartment 4...20mA 6 7 8 Fig. 30: Electronics compartment - double chamber housing Internal connection to the connection compartment For display and adjustment module or interface adapter VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 33 HART multidrop. M12 x 1 plug Status Send Fig. 33: Sensor with radio module PLICSMOBILE 81 and M12 x 1 plug M12 x 1 plug connector for connection of another sensor VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 34: Wiring Plan - Version Ip66/Ip68, 1 Bar

    Wiring plan - version IP66/IP68, 1 bar Wire assignment, con- nection cable Fig. 36: Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 35: Switch-On Phase

    PC • The output signal jumps briefly to the set fault current Then the actual measured value is output to the signal cable. The value takes into account settings that have already been carried out, e.g. default setting. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 36: 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. 37: Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compart- ment of the single chamber housing VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 37: Adjustment System

    – Move to the menu overview – Confirm selected menu – Edit parameter – Save value • [->] key: – Change measured value presentation – Select list entry – Select menu items – Select editing position • [+] key: VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 38: Measured Value Indication - Selection Of National Language

    Measured value indication - Selection of national language Measured value indica- With the [->] key you move between three different indication modes. tion In the first view, the selected measured value is displayed in large digits. In the second view, the selected measured value and a respective bargraph presentation are displayed. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 39: Parameter Adjustment - Quick Setup

    You can find " Extended adjustment" in the next sub-chapter. Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment Main menu The main menu is divided into five sections with the following func- tions: Setup: Settings, e.g., for measurement loop name, units, application, adjustment, signal output Display: Settings, e.g., for language, measured value display, lighting VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 40 For the distance units you can choose between m, in and ft and for the temperature units °C, °F and K. Setup - Application This menu item allows you to adapt the sensor to the measuring conditions. Medium The following options are available: VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 41 – Max. requirement on measurement accuracy from 95 % • Properties, sensor: – Low sensitivity to sporadic false echoes – Stable and reliable measured values through averaging – High measurement accuracy – False signal suppression required VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 42 – Material and thickness different – Measured value jump with vessel change – Measurement through the vessel top, if appropriate to the application • Properties, sensor: – Quick adaptation to changing reflection conditions due to ves- sel change required – False signal suppression required VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 43 – High sensitivity to interference, because virtually no averaging Vessel shape Apart from the medium and the application, the vessel form itself can influence the measurement. To adapt the sensor to these measuring conditions, this menu item offers different options for vessel bottom and ceiling for certain applications. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 44 To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty ves- sel, see the following example: VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 45 2. Prepare the percentage value for editing 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 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 46 In the menu item " Current output mode" you determine the output mode characteristics and reaction of the current output in case of fault. The default setting is output characteristics 4 … 20 mA, fault mode < 3.6 mA. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 47 • Russian • Italian • Dutch • Portuguese • Japanese • Chinese • Polish • Czech • Turkish In the delivery status, the VEGAPULS 64 is set to the ordered national language. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 48 Diagnosis - Curve indica- The " Echo curve" shows the signal strength of the echoes over the tion measuring range in dB. The signal strength enables an evaluation of the quality of the measurement. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 49 Management functions it is absolutely necessary. Saving should be carried out with a very low level. The function " Echo curve memory" allows up to ten individual echo curves to be stored, for example to detect the measurement behav- iour of the sensor in different operating conditions. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 50 Within the context of the asset management function, the message " Maintenance" is output. The following reset functions are available: Delivery status: Restores the parameter settings at the time of ship- ment from the factory, incl. the order-specific settings. Any created false signal suppression, user-programmable linearization curve as VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 51 Fault mode: < 3.6 mA ► Current output, Min. current: 3.8 mA min./max. Max. current: 20.5 mA Lock/Unlock ad- Released justment PIN: 0000 Display Displayed value 1 Filling height Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature Backlight Switched on VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 52 Additional settings - Scal- In the menu item " Scaling" you define the scaling variable and the scaling format for the indication of the level measured value for 0 % and 100 % on the display, for example as volume in l. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 53 3. All interfering signals in this range are detected by the sensor and stored after being confirmed with [OK]. 4. All interfering signals in this range are detected by the sensor and stored after being confirmed with [OK]. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 54 In the mode " Fixed current (4 mA)" a fixed 4 mA signal is output independently of the actual level. The default setting is " Analogue current output" and the address " 00". VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 55: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    If the instrument is equipped with a display and adjustment module, ment module the parameter adjustment data can be saved therein. The procedure is described in menu item " Copy device settings". VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 56: Setup With Pactware

    Note: 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 limiting resistance. In such cases, the interface adapter can be connected parallel to the 4 …...
  • Page 57 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. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 58: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    7 Setup with PACTware Saving the parameterisation data We recommend documenting or saving the parameterisation data via PACTware. That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 59: Set Up With Other Systems

    They can then be transferred to a Field Communicator. In the HART communication, the Universal Commands and a part of the Common Practice Commands are supported. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 60: Diagnosis, Asset Management And Service

    (non-deletable). Each entry contains date/time, event type, event description and value. Event types are for example: • Modification of a parameter • Switch-on and switch-off times • Status messages (according to NE 107) • Error messages (according to NE 107) VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 61: Asset Management Function

    This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user. Function check: The instrument is being worked on, the measured value is temporarily invalid (for example during simulation). This status message is inactive by default. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 62 Error in the calibration carried out Exchanging the electronics Byte 4, Bit 0 of in the factory Byte 0 … 5 Error in the cali- Send instrument for repair bration Error in the EEPROM VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 63 "delivery status" to the sensor M501 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Byte 24, Bit 1 of Byte 14 … 24 Error in the non- Send instrument for repair active linearisation table VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 64: Rectify Faults

    Check, adapt if necessary ance too high Current signal greater than Sensor electronics defective Replace device or send in for repair de- 22 mA, less than 3.6 mA pending on device version VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 65 Multiple echo (vessel top, medium surface) Check parameter "Application", especially jumps towards 0 % with amplitude higher than the level echo. vessel top, type of medium, dished bottom, high dielectric constant, and adapt if nec- essary. time VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 66 In case of interferences due to installations the false signal at a false signal position in the close range: Change polarisation di- (jumps to multiple echo). rection time Chose a more suitable installation position VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 67 Carry out false signal suppression or in- jumps sporadically the antenna crease false signal suppression in the close towards 100 % dur- range by editing. ing emptying With bulk solids, use radar sensor with purging air connection. time VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 68: 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 normal working hours, seven days a week around the clock.

  • Page 69: How To Proceed If A Repair Is Necessary

    Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging • Ask the agency serving you to get the address for the return ship- ment. You can find the agency on our homepage. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 70: Dismount

    Pass the instrument directly on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points. If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 71: Supplement

    FKM (SHS FPM 70C3 GLT), EPDM (COG AP310) Materials, non-wetted parts Mounting parts Ʋ Antenna cone with plastic horn PBT-GF 30 antenna Ʋ Compression flange PP-GF30 black Ʋ Mounting strap 316L Ʋ Fixing screws, mounting strap 316L Ʋ Fixing screws, adapter flange VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 72 Max. torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes Ʋ Plastic housing 10 Nm (7.376 lbf ft) Ʋ Aluminium/Stainless steel housing 50 Nm (36.88 lbf ft) Glass with Aluminium and stainless steel precision casting and Ex d housing VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 73 Fault signal, current output (adjustable) ≤ 3.6 mA, ≥ 21 mA, last valid measured value Max. output current 22 mA Starting current ≤ 3.6 mA; ≤ 10 mA for 5 ms after switching on Load See load resistance under Power supply Damping (63 % of the input variable), 0 … 999 s adjustable VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 74 The values for SV, TV and QV can be assigned as required. In case of deviations from reference conditions, the offset due to installation can be up to ± 4 mm. This offset can be compensated by the adjustment. Already included in the meas. deviation In case of deviations from reference conditions, the offset due to installation can be up to ± 4 mm. This offset can be compensated by the adjustment. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 75 Ʋ Max. power density at a distance of < 3 µW/cm² Determination of the temperature drift acc. to the limit point method With operating voltage U ≥ 24 V DC Time span after a sudden distance change from 1 m to 5 m until the output signal reaches 90 % of the final value for the first time (IEC 61298-2). Valid with operating voltage U ≥ 24 V DC Outside the specified beam angle, the energy level of the radar signal is 50% (-3 dB) less. EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power. VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 76 -40 … +130 °C (-40 … +266 °F) FFKM (Kalrez 6230) -15 … +130 °C (5 … +266 °F) SIP process temperature (SIP = Sterilization in place) Applies to instruments configurations suitable for vapour, i.e. flange or hygienic fitting with encapsu- lated antenna system. Vapour stratification up to 2 h +150 °C (+302 °F) Derating, ambient temperature VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 77 Fig. 50: Derating, ambient temperature, thread G¾ and G1½ with integrated horn antenna up to +200 °C (+392 °F) Ambient temperature Process temperature Aluminium housing Plastic housing Stainless steel housing (precision casting) Stainless steel housing (electropolished) VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 78 Fig. 52: Derating, ambient temperature, flange DN 50/2" and DN 80/3" with encapsulated antenna system up to +130 °C (+266 °F) Ambient temperature Process temperature Aluminium housing Plastic housing Stainless steel housing (precision casting) Stainless steel housing (electropolished) VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 79 Fig. 54: Derating, ambient temperature, flange DN 50/2" and DN 80/3" with encapsulated antenna system up to -196 … +200 °C (-320.8 … +392 °F) Ambient temperature Process temperature Aluminium housing Plastic housing Stainless steel housing (precision casting) Stainless steel housing (electropolished) Process pressure VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 80 Air volume, depending on pressure (recommended range) Plastic horn antenna Air volume Pressure Without reflux valve With reflux valve 0.2 bar (2.9 psig) 3.3 m 0.4 bar (5.8 psig) 0.6 bar (8.7 psig) 0.8 bar (11.6 psig) 2.1 m VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 81 Electromechanical data - version IP66/IP68 (1 bar) Options of the cable entry Ʋ Cable gland with integrated connec- M20 x 1.5 (cable ø 5 … 9 mm) tion cable Ʋ Cable entry ½ NPT VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 82 18 … 35 V DC switched on Reverse voltage protection Integrated Permissible residual ripple Ʋ for 12 V < U < 18 V ≤ 0.7 V (16 … 400 Hz) Ʋ for 18 V < U < 35 V ≤ 1 V (16 … 400 Hz) VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 83 The listed energy requirement includes the voltage supply of a HART sensor (VEGAPULS 61 with 4 mA (multidrop mode) and 12 V operating voltage. Galvanic separation between electronics and metal housing parts VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 84: Radio Astronomy Stations

    Protection rating (IEC 61010-1) 11.2 Radio astronomy stations Certain restrictions on the use of VEGAPULS 64 outside closed vessels result from the radio license. You can find these restrictions in chapter " Radio license for Europe". Some of these restric- tions have to do radio astronomy stations. The following table states the geographic positions of...
  • Page 85 Fig. 56: Housing versions with protection rating IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar), (with integrated display and adjustment mod- ule the housing is 18 mm/0.71 in higher) Aluminium - single chamber Aluminium - double chamber VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 86 18 mm/0.71 in higher) Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Stainless steel double chamber housing (precision casting) Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) IP69K VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 87 ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 115 mm (4.53") ø 156 mm (6.14") ø 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 60: Radar sensor with compression flange suitable for 3" 150 lbs, DN 80 PN 16 Compression flange VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 88 ø 156 mm (6.14") ø 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 61: Radar sensor with compression flange and rinsing connection suitable for 3" 150 lbs, DN 80 PN 16 Compression flange Reflux valve Rinsing connection VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 89 VEGAPULS 64, plastic horn antenna with adapter flange ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 98 mm (3.86") ø 180 mm (7.09") ø 220 mm (8.66") Fig. 62: Radar sensor with adapter flange DN 100 PN 6 Adapter flange Process seal VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 90 ø 98 mm (3.86") ø 180 mm (7.09") ø 220 mm (8.66") Fig. 63: VEGAPULS 64, adapter flange and rinsing connection DN 100 PN 6 Rinsing air connection Reflux valve Adapter flange VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 91 ø 75 mm 9 mm (2.95") (0.35") ø 107 mm (4.21") ø 115 mm (4.53") 12 mm (0.47") Fig. 64: VEGAPULS 64, plastic horn antenna, mounting strap in 170 or 300 mm length VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 92 1½ NPT ø 42,5 mm ø 42,5 mm (1.67") (1.67") Fig. 65: VEGAPULS 64, thread with integrated horn antenna TA G¾ (DIN 3852-E) TB ¾ NPT (ASME B1.20.1) TC G1½ (DIN 3852-A) TD 1½ NPT (ASME B1.20.1) VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 93 11 Supplement VEGAPULS 64, flange with encapsulated antenna system ø45 mm (1.77") ø102 mm (4.02") Fig. 66: VEGAPULS 64, encapsulated antenna system DN 50 PN 40 Version up to 130 °C (266 °F) Version up to 200 °C (392 °F) ø75 mm (2.95") ø138 mm (5.43") Fig.
  • Page 94 ø 99 mm (3.91") Rd 110x1/6 Fig. 68: VEGAPULS 64, hygienic fitting with encapsulated antenna system CA Clamp 2" PN 16 (DIN 32676, ISO 2852) CE Clamp 3½" PN 16 (DIN 32676, ISO 2852) RA Slotted nut DN 50 PN 16 (DIN 11851) RD Slotted nut DN 100 PN 16 (DIN 11851) VEGAPULS 64 •...
  • Page 95 ø 50 mm (1.97") (1.97") ø 90 mm (3.54") Fig. 69: VEGAPULS 64, hygienic fitting with encapsulated antenna system SA SMS DN 51 Q1 DRD VA Varivent Form F DN 25 QB NeumoBiocontrol VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 96 ø 67 mm (3.35") (2.64") Fig. 70: VEGAPULS 64, hygienic fitting with encapsulated antenna system LA Hygienic connection with compression nut F 40 PN 16 LB Hygienic fitting with tension flange DN 32 PN 16 DC Collar socket DN 50 Form A (DIN 11864-1) DD Collar socket DN 65 Form A (DIN 11864-1) VEGAPULS 64 •...

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  • Page 98 Notes VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 99 Notes VEGAPULS 64 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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