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Vega VEGACAL 65 Operating Instructions Manual

Capacitive cable electrode for continuous level measurement
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Operating Instructions
Capacitive cable electrode for
continuous level measurement
VEGACAL 65
Foundation Fieldbus
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Capacitive cable electrode for continuous level measurement VEGACAL 65 Foundation Fieldbus Document ID: 30035...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Connect the PC ......................37 Parameter adjustment with PACTware ................38 Parameter adjustment with AMS™ and PDM ..............39 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 39 Set up with smartphone/tablet/PC/notebook via Bluetooth ..........40 Preparations ........................40 Connecting ........................41 VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 3 10.2 Disposal ......................... 47 11 Supplement ..........................48 11.1 Technical data ........................ 48 11.2 Device communication Foundation Fieldbus ..............53 11.3 Dimensions ........................56 11.4 Industrial property rights ....................61 11.5 Trademark ........................61 Editing status: 2020-09-24 VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • 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 VEGACAL 65 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: Namur Recommendations

    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" VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 7: Product Description

    This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument instructions versions: • Hardware from 1.0.0 • Software from 1.3.0 • Only for instrument versions without SIL qualification Constituent parts The VEGACAL 65 consists of the components: • Process fitting with probe • Housing with electronics • Housing lid VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 8 3 Product description Fig. 1: VEGACAL 65, cable version with plastic housing Housing lid Housing with electronics 3 Process fitting Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 9 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 10: Principle Of Operation

    Principle of operation Application area VEGACAL 65 is a level sensor for use in all areas of industry. The partly insulated probe is ideal for measurement of bulk solids and can be also used in non-conductive liquids such as for example oil.

  • Page 11: Adjustment

    The instrument can be adjusted with the following adjustment media: • With the display and adjustment module • with the suitable VEGA DTM in conjunction with an adjustment software according to the FDT/DTM standard, e.g. PACTware and • A configuration tool Packaging, transport and storage Packaging Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport.

  • 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. ® VEGADIS 82 VEGADIS 82 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HART protocol.
  • Page 13 The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and Protective cover intense heat from solar radiation. Flanges Screwed flanges are available in different versions according to the following standards: DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, BS 10, ASME B 16.5, JIS B 2210-1984, GOST 12821-80. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 14: Mounting

    Applying tightening forces on the housing can damage its internal parts. Use the hexagon for screwing in. Protection against mois- Use the recommended cables (see chapter " Connecting to power ture supply") and tighten the cable gland. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 15 This applies particularly to applications in non-conductive products. In cylindrical tanks, spherical tanks or other asymmetrical tank forms, nonlinear level values are generated due to the varying distance to the vessel wall. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 16: Mounting Instructions

    In the gravity weight there is a thread (M12), e.g. for a ring bolt (article no. 2.27424). The thread is already insulated in the gravity weight with an adapter. Make sure that the probe cable is not completely taut. Avoid tensile loads on the cable. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 17 Inflowing medium measurement signals can be generated. For this reason, mount the instrument at a position in the vessel where no disturbances, e.g. from filling openings, agitators, etc., can occur. This applies particularly to instrument versions with a longer probe. Fig. 7: Inflowing medium VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 18: Connecting To Power Supply

    Max. torque for all housings, see chapter " Technical data". Cable screening and Make sure that the cable screen and grounding are carried out ac- grounding cording to Fieldbus specification. We recommend to connect the cable screening to ground potential on both ends. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 19: Connection Procedure

    11. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland. The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 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. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 20 Spring-loaded terminals for Foundation Fieldbus connection Simulation switch ("on" = simulation mode) Spring contacts for display and adjustment module Interface for the external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 21: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    Housing overview Fig. 12: Double chamber housing Housing cover - connection compartment Blind plug or plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 81 (optional) Housing cover - electronics compartment Filter element for air pressure compensation Cable gland VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 22 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening Connection compartment I 2 C Fig. 14: Connection compartment - double chamber housing Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply Plug connector for service (I²C interface) Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 23: Wiring Plan, Ex-D Double Chamber Housing

    Electronics compartment Display I 2 C 5 6 7 8 Fig. 17: Electronics compartment - double chamber housing Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface) Internal connection cable to the connection compartment Terminals for VEGADIS 81 VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 24: Wiring Plan - Version Ip66/Ip68, 1 Bar

    Voltage supply, signal output Wiring plan - version IP66/IP68, 1 bar Wire assignment, con- nection cable Fig. 20: Wire assignment, connection cable Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 25: Set Up With The Display And Adjustment Module Plicscom

    Disassembly is carried out in reverse order. The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. Fig. 21: Insert display and adjustment module in the single chamber housing VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 26: Adjustment System

    1 s, the value or position changes continuously. When the [OK] and [ESC] keys are pressed simultaneously for more than 5 s, the display returns to the main menu. The menu language is then switched over to " English". VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 27: Setup Steps

    The actual level can then be calculated on the basis of these settings. VEGACAL 65 must be installed. A change of level is necessary for this adjustment. In the main menu item " Basic adjustment", the individual submenu items should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct parameter values.
  • Page 28 Carry out max. adjust- Fill the vessel to the highest possible level. ment Note: For max. adjustment, the vessel should be as full as possible. This will make the calibration more accurate. Proceed as follows: VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 29 " 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. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 30 E013". The failure is also displayed in clear text, for example " No measured value available". Information: The fault message as well as the clear text indication are also carried out in the measured value display. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 31 The simulation is now running, with 4 … 20 mA/HART a current is output and with 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. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 32 Write parameter adjustment data from the display and adjustment module into the sensor The data are permanently saved in an EEPROM memory in the dis- play and adjustment module and remain there even in case of power VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 33 In this menu item the most important sensor information can be displayed: • Instrument type • Serial number: 8-digit number, e.g. 12345678 Instrument type Serial number 12345678 • Date of manufacture: Date of the factory calibration • Software version: Edition of the sensor software VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 34: Menu Schematic

    Sensor characteristics Display now? Menu schematic Basic adjustment ▶ Basic adjustment Display Diagnostics Service Info Min. adjustment Max. adjustment Damping Linearisation curve 0.00 % 100.00 % Linear 0.0 pF 1000.0 pF 82.5 pF 327.4 pF VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 35 Presentation of the trend curve Capacit. max.: 782.4 pF Service Basic adjustment Display Diagnostics ▶ Service Info Simulation Reset Language Copy sensor data Start simulation? Select reset? German copy from sensor Copy to sensor Enable? VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 36: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    The data remain permanently stored there even if the sensor supply fails. The proce- dure is described in menu item " Copy sensor data". VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 37: Set Up With Pactware And Other Adjustment Programs

    VEGACONNECT exter- nally TWIST Fig. 24: Connection via interface adapter VEGACONNECT external I²C bus (com.) interface on the sensor I²C connection cable of VEGACONNECT Schnittstellenadapter VEGACONNECT USB cable to the PC Necessary components: • VEGACAL 65 VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 38: Parameter Adjustment With Pactware

    7 Set up with PACTware and other adjustment programs • PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM • VEGACONNECT • Power supply unit or processing system Parameter adjustment with PACTware Prerequisites For parameter adjustment of the instrument via a Windows PC, the configuration software PACTware and a suitable instrument driver (DTM) according to FDT standard are required.

  • Page 39: Parameter Adjustment With Ams™ And 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 40: Set Up With Smartphone/Tablet/Pc/Notebook Via Bluetooth

    The default setting of the sensor PIN is " 0000". First of all you have to change the sensor PIN in the adjustment menu of the sensor, e.g. to " 1111". Use " OK" to switch to the input menu. Basic adjustment Display Diagnostics ▶ Service Info Deactivate permanently? VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 41: Connecting

    Bluetooth-capable instru- ments in the area. PC/Notebook Start PACTware and the VEGA project assistant. Select the device search via Bluetooth and start the search function. The device auto- matically searches for Bluetooth-capable devices in the vicinity.

  • Page 42: Sensor Parameter Adjustment

    For authentication, enter in the next menu window the 4-digit sensor PIN. Sensor parameter adjustment The sensor parameterization is carried out via the adjustment app on the smartphone/tablet or the DTM on the PC/notebook. App view Fig. 27: Example of an app view - Setup sensor adjustment VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 43: 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. The service is free, only standard call charges are incurred.

  • Page 44: 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 order data of the sensor.

  • Page 45: Shortening The Electrode

    3. To avoid splicing of the steel cable, tin the cable before shortening with a soldering iron and tighten the wire. 4. Shorten the cable with a cut-off wheel or metal saw at the lower end. Make sure the length is correct before shortening. Fig. 28: Take the gravity weight into account and shorten the cable respectively VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 46: How To Proceed If A Repair Is Necessary

    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 • 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. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 47: 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. VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 48: Supplement

    Ʋ Pipe thread, cylindrical (DIN 3852-A) G1, G1½ Ʋ Pipe thread, conical (ASME B1.20.1) 1 NPT, 1½ NPT Ʋ Flanges DIN from DN 40, ASME from 1½" Aluminium, stainless steel precision casting and Ex d housing VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 49 Damping (63 % of the input variable) 0 … 999 s, adjustable Input variable Measured variable level of non-conductive liquids and solids Measuring principle phase-selective admittance processing (PSA) Measuring range 0 … 3000 pF Measuring frequency 270 kHz VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 50 Ʋ with screening tube adapter (PN1) 0 … +1 bar/0 … 100 kPa (0 … 14.5 psig) Process temperature (thread or flange temperature) Ʋ VEGACAL 65 of 316L with cable PT- -50 … +150 °C (-58 … +302 °F) FE partly insulated ø 6 mm (0.236 in) Ʋ...
  • Page 51 Ʋ Mounted into the sensor without cover IP40 Ambient temperature - Display and -20 … +70 °C (-4 … +158 °F) adjustment module Material Ʋ Housing Ʋ Inspection window Polyester foil Voltage supply Operating voltage 9 … 32 V DC VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 52 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 by entering the serial number of your instrument into the search field under www.vega.com as well as in the general download area. Galvanic separation between electronics and metal housing parts When used with fulfilled housing protection VEGACAL 65 •...

  • Page 53: Device Communication Foundation Fieldbus

    Channel = 1: Primary Value AI 2 Channel = 2: Secondary Value 1 Channel = 3: Secondary Value 2 Fig. 30: VEGACAL 65 measured value processing Diagram, adjustment The following illustration shows the function of the adjustment: VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 54 Sensor reference plane cal_level_hi [%] Calibration Highest Point cal_level_lo [%] Calibration Lowest Point Fig. 31: Adjustment VEGACAL 65 Parameter list The following list contains the most important parameters and their meaning: • primary_value – This is the process value after adjustment and Linearization with the status of the transducer block – It is the input for the AIFB when CHANNEL = 1 is selected –...
  • Page 55 – Online: current "sensor_value"determines "Calibration Highest/Lowest Point" • level • level_unit • level_offset • sensor_offset • phase_angle_select – set up to suit the process conditions • epsilon_r – set up to suit the process conditions • product_type VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 56: Dimensions

    – set up to suit the process conditions 11.3 Dimensions The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of all possible versions. Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under " Drawings". Plastic housing ~ 69 mm ~ 84 mm (2.72")
  • Page 57 G 1½ ø 6 mm (0.24") ø 30 mm (1.18") Fig. 34: VEGACAL 65, cable version with ø 6 mm (0.236 in), threaded version G1 (ISO 228 T1) Sensor length, see chapter " Technical data" VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 58 G 1½ ø 8 mm (0.32") ø 30 mm (1.18") Fig. 35: VEGACAL 65, cable version with ø 8 mm (0.315 in), threaded version G1 (ISO 228 T1) Sensor length, see chapter " Technical data" VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 59 PTFE-insulated cable (ø 8 mm) with crimping sleeve / -50 … +200 °C SW46 G1 ½A ø 9mm (0.35") ø 12mm (0.47") Fig. 36: VEGACAL 65, PTFE-insulated cable (ø 8 mm) with crimping sleeve / -50 … +200 °C = Sensor length, see chapter " Technical data" VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 60 ø 40 mm (1.58") Fig. 37: Temperature adapter ø 16 mm (0.63") ø 27 mm (1.06") Fig. 38: VEGACAL 65, screening tube, for example against strong condensation Length of the screening tube, see chapter "Technical data" VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 61: 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 62 Notes VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 63 Notes VEGACAL 65 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 64 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2020 VEGA Grieshaber KG Phone +49 7836 50-0 Am Hohenstein 113...

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