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Vega VEGAFLEX 82 Operating Instructions Manual

Tdr sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids
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Operating Instructions
TDR sensor for continuous level
measurement of bulk solids
VEGAFLEX 82
Modbus and Levelmaster protocol
Converter version in second chamber
Rod and cable probe
Document ID: 41833

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions TDR sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids VEGAFLEX 82 Modbus and Levelmaster protocol Converter version in second chamber Rod and cable probe Document ID: 41833...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Set up with the quick setup ..................... 46 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 48 Diagnostics and servicing ....................49 Maintenance ........................49 Diagnosis memory ......................49 Status messages ......................50 Rectify faults ........................53 VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 3 10.8 Industrial property rights ....................85 10.9 Trademark ........................85 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: 2021-08-19 VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • 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 VEGAFLEX 82 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" VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 7: Product Description

    Scope of this operating 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 Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 8 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 QR-code on the type label of the device or •...

  • Page 9: Principle Of Operation

    Fig. 2: Position of Modbus and sensor electronics Modbus electronics Sensor electronics Principle of operation The VEGAFLEX 82 is a level sensor with cable or rod probe for con- Application area tinuous level measurement, suitable for applications in bulk solids. Functional principle -...

  • Page 10: Accessories

    The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of VEGACONNECT 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 adapter The VEGADIS adapter is an accessory part for sensors with double chamber housings.
  • Page 11 Curved segments: 100 x 100 mm (3.94 … 3.94 in) Centering If you mount the VEGAFLEX 82 in a bypass tube or standpipe, you have to avoid contact to the bypass tube by using a spacer at the probe end.

  • Page 12: Mounting

    Note: Process conditions For safety reasons, the instrument must only be operated within the permissible process conditions. You can find detailed information on the process conditions in chapter "Technical data" of the operating instructions or on the type label. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 13: Mounting Instructions

    The guided microwave principle requires a metallic surface on the process fitting. Therefore, in plastic vessels, etc., use an instru- ment version with flange (from DN 50) or place a metal sheet (ø > 200 mm/8 in) beneath the process fitting when screwing it in. Make sure that the plate has direct contact with the process fitting. When using the probes without metal vessel wall, e.g. in plastic vessels, the measured value can be influenced by strong electromag- netic fields (emitted interference according to EN 61326: class A). Use a probe in coax version for applications in liquids. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 14 4 Mounting Fig. 4: Mounting in non-metallic vessel Flange Metal sheet Concrete vessel When mounting in thick concrete ceilings, VEGAFLEX 82 should be mounted front flush to the lower edge. In concrete silos, the distance to the wall should be at least 500 mm (20 in). ø >160 mm (ø >6.3") Fig.
  • Page 15 Unfavourable mounting 2 Nozzle flush - optimum mounting Welding work Before beginning the welding work, remove the electronics module from the sensor. By doing this, you avoid damage to the electronics through inductive coupling. Inflowing medium Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream. Make sure that you detect the medium surface, not the inflowing product. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 16 If there is a danger of the rod probe touching the vessel wall, fasten the probe at the bottom end. Keep in mind that measurement is not possible below the fastening point. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 17 In case of difficult installation conditions, for example in a nozzle, the probe can be suitably adapted with a rod extension. To compensate for the resulting changes in signal runtime, let the instrument determine the probe length automatically. You can find further information in the supplementary instructions of the rod and cable components. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 18: Connecting To Power Supply And Bus System

    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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 19: Connecting

    3. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle (signal output), strip approx. 1 cm (0.4 in) insulation from the ends of the indi- vidual wires 4. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 20 The terminal blocks are pluggable and can be removed from the housing insert. To do this, lift the terminal block with a small screwdriv- er and pull it out. When inserting the terminal block again, you should hear it snap in. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 21: Wiring Plan

    Internal connection to the connection compartment For display and adjustment module or interface adapter Connection compartment MODBUS power supply off on Fig. 13: Connection compartment USB interface 2 Slide switch for integrated termination resistor (120 Ω) Modbus signal Voltage supply Terminal Function Polarity Voltage supply VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 22: Double Chamber Housing With Vegadis-Adapter

    Fig. 15: Top view of the M12 x 1 plug connector Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Contact pin Colour, connection ca- Terminal, electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 1 Brown Pin 2 White Pin 3 Blue Pin 4 Black VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 23: Switch-On Phase

    • Status byte goes to fault value 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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 24: Set Up The Sensor With The Display And Adjustment Module

    The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. Fig. 16: Insertion of the display and adjustment module Note: 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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 25: Adjustment System

    [OK] will not be saved. Switch-on phase After switching on, the VEGAFLEX 82 carries out a short self-test where the device software is checked. The output signal transmits a fault signal during the switch-on phase. The following information is displayed on the display and adjustment module during the startup procedure: •...

  • Page 26: Parameter Adjustment - Quick Setup

    • Min. adjustment • False signal suppression You can find the description of the individual menu items in the follow- ing chapter "Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment". Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment For technically demanding measuring points, you can carry out extended settings in "Extended adjustment". Main menu The main menu is divided into five sections with the following func- tions: VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 27 Capital letters from A … Z • Numbers from 0 … 9 • Special characters + - / _ blanks Units In this menu item you select the distance unit and the temperature unit. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 28 This menu item is only available if you have selected level measure- ment under the menu item "Application". You can choose between the following medium types: Dielectric con- Medium type Examples stant > 3 Cereals, flour All kind of cereals, wheat flour 1.5 … 3 Granules, cement Lime, gypsum, cement VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 29 Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel (e.g. distance from the flange to the probe end) corresponding to the per- centage value. The distance refers tot he sensor reference plane (seal surface of the process fitting). To damp process-dependent measured value fluctuations, set an Damping integration time of 0 … 999 s in this menu item. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 30 For non-linear vessel forms, enter the vessel height and the socket correction. For the vessel height, you have to enter the total height of the vessel. For the nozzle correction you have to enter the height of the nozzle above the upper edge of the vessel. If the nozzle is lower than the up- per edge of the vessel, this value can also be negative. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 31 The default setting is min. current 3.8 mA and max. current 20.5 mA. False signal suppression The following circumstances cause interfering reflections and can influence the measurement: • High mounting nozzles • Vessel internals such as struts • Deflectors, etc. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 32 With active PIN, only the following adjustment functions are possible without entering a PIN: • Select menu items and show data • Read data from the sensor into the display and adjustment module VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 33 In delivery status, the sensor is set to English. Displayed value 1 In this menu item, you define the indication of the measured value on the display. You can display two different measured values. In this menu item, you define measured value 1. The default setting for the displayed value 1 is "Filling height Level". Displayed value 2 In this menu item, you define the indication of the measured value on the display. You can display two different measured values. In this menu item, you define measured value 2. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 34 The respective min. and max. measured value is saved in the sen- sor. The two values are displayed in the menu item "Peak values, distance". In another window you can reset the peak value. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 35 Echo curve over the measuring range in V. The signal strength enables an evalua- tion of the quality of the measurement. With the following functions you can zoom part sections of the echo curve. • "X-Zoom": Zoom function for the meas. distance • "Y-Zoom": 1, 2, 5 and 10x signal magnification in "V" VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 36 Under the sub-menu item "Echo curve memory" you can store the current echo curve. Parameter settings for recording the echo curve and the settings of the echo curve itself can be carried out in the adjustment software PACTware. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 37 The following table shows the default values of the instrument. De- pending on the instrument version or application, all menu items may not be available or some may be differently assigned: Menu - Setup Menu item Default value Lock adjustment Released Measurement loop name Sensor VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 38 Electronics temperature Menu - Display Menu item Default value Language Selected language Displayed value 1 Filling height Level Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature Display format 1 Automatically Display format 2 Automatically Backlight Switched on VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 39 TAG-no. this sensor had. Tip: We recommend to save the instrument adjustments. In case of an electronics exchange the saved parameter adjustment data relieve this process. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 40 In menu item "Current output, variable" you specify which measured output size variable the current output refers to. Current output - Current In menu item "Current output, adjustment" you can assign a respec- output adjustment tive measured value to the current output. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 41 6.5.5 Info Device name In this menu, you read out the instrument name and the instrument serial number. Instrument version In this menu item, the hardware and software version of the sensor is displayed. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 42: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    In the display and adjust- 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". VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 43: Setting Up Sensor And Modbus Interface With Pactware

    Sensor electronics • Modbus electronics Fig. 20: Connecting the PC via USB to the Modbus electronics 1 USB cable to the PC To the RS 485 cable Connection of the PC to the RS 485 cable is carried out via a stand- ard interface adapter RS 485/USB. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 44: Parameter Adjustment With Pactware

    Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manu- al "DTM Collection/PACTware" attached to each DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet. Detailed descrip- tions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DTMs. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 45: Set Instrument Address

    CD from the agency serving you. Set instrument address The VEGAFLEX 82 requires an address for participating as a sensor in the Modbus communication. The addess setting is carried out via a PC with PACTware/DTM or Modbus RTU.

  • Page 46: Set Up With The Quick Setup

    The quick setup is another option for parameter adjustment of the sensor. It allows fast, convenient adjustment of the most important parameters to adapt the sensor quickly to standard applications. To use it, select the function "Quick setup" in the start screen. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 47 2 Extended adjustment Maintenance Quick setup With quick setup you can carry out the parameter adjustment of VEGAFLEX 82 for your application in just a few simple steps. The assistant-driven adjustment includes the basic settings for simple, reliable setup and commissioning. Information: If the function is inactive, then possibly no instrument is connected.

  • Page 48: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    7 Setting up sensor and Modbus interface 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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 49: Diagnostics And Servicing

    Modification of a parameter • Switch-on and switch-off times • Status messages (according to NE 107) • Error messages (according to NE 107) The data are read out via a PC with PACTware/DTM or the control system with EDD. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 50: Status Messages

    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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 51 Communication Send instrument for repair error F125 Temperature of the electronics in the Check ambient temperature Bit 7 non-specified range Impermissible Insulate electronics electronics tem- Use instrument with higher temper- perature ature range VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 52 Level echo in the close range not Reduce level Bit 9 of available Byte 14 … 24 Overfilling 100 % adjustment: Increase value Check mounting socket Remove possible interfering signals in the close range Use coaxial probe VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 53: Rectify Faults

    The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas- tion occurs ures to rectify faults. The first measures are: Fault rectification • Evaluation of fault messages • Checking the output signal • Treatment of measurement errors VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 54 If the output level is constant, the cause could also be the fault setting of the output to "Hold value". If the level is too low, the reason could be a line resistance that is too high VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 55 Eliminate false signals in the close range ≥ 100 % or 0 m distance close range due to false signals in the Check installation conditions close range. The sensor goes into over- If possible, switch off the function "Over- fill protection mode. The max. level (0 m fill protection" distance) as well as the status message "Overfill protection" are output. time VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 56: 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 57: Exchange Or Shorten Cable/Rod

    20 Nm (15 lbf ft). Fig. 26: Exchange cable or rod Information: Please maintain the specified torque so that the max. tensile strength of the connection remains. 6. Enter new probe length and if necessary the new probe type and then carry out a fresh adjustment (see "Setup procedure, Carry- ing out min. adjustment - Carrying out max. adjustment"). VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 58 Fig. 27: Shortening the cable probe A Gravity weight - cable ø 4 mm B Gravity weight - cable ø 6 mm Threaded pins Thread M12 for eye-bolt Threaded pins VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 59: Software Update

    • 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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 60: 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. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 61: Supplement

    Ʋ Supporting material 316L Ʋ Glass potting Borosilicate glass GPC 540 Ʋ Contacts Alloy C22 (2.4602) Only with Ex-d version. Aluminium, stainless steel precision casting and Ex d housing Only with Ex-d version. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 62 Ʋ Cable: ø 6 mm (0.236 in) 30 KN (6744 lbf) Ʋ Cable: ø 11 mm (0.433 in), PA coated 30 KN (6744 lbf) The tensile force of solids are subject of a normal fluctuation range. For this reason, the determined diagram value of the following diagrams must be multiplied with safety factor 2. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 63 Tensile force in kN (the determined value must be multiplied with safety factor 2) Cable length in m Vessel diameter 12 m (39.37 ft) Vessel diameter 9 m (29.53 ft) Vessel diameter 6 m (19.69 ft) Vessel diameter 3 m (9.843 ft) VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 64 Vessel diameter 6 m (19.69 ft) Vessel diameter 3 m (9.843 ft) Thread in gravity weight, e.g. for eye-bolt M 12 (cable version) Torque for exchangeable cable or rod probe (in the process fitting) Ʋ Cable: ø 4 mm (0.157 in) 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 65 Ʋ Reflector metallic, ø 1 m Ʋ Medium Bulk solids - cereals, flour, cement (dielectric con- stant ~2.0) Ʋ Mounting Probe end does not touch the vessel bottom Sensor parameter adjustment No gating out of false signals carried out VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 66 Fig. 32: Measuring ranges - VEGAFLEX 82 Reference plane Probe length L Measuring range Upper blocking distance (see following diagrams - grey section) Lower blocking distance (see following diagrams - grey section) Typical deviation See following diagrams Depending on the mounting conditions, deviations can occur which can be rectified by adapting the adjustment or changing the measured value offset in the DTM service mode. VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 67 Temperature drift - Digital output ±3 mm/10 K relating to the max. measuring range or max. 10 mm (0.394 in) Additional deviation through electromag- < ±10 mm (< ±0.394 in) netic interference acc. to EN 61326 VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 68 Vessel pressure relating to the flange see supplementary instructions manual "Flanges ac- nominal pressure stage cording to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS" Time span after a sudden measuring distance change by max. 0.5 m in liquid applications, max 2 m with bulk solids applications, until the output signal has taken for the first time 90 % of the final value (IEC 61298-2). VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 69 -40°C / -40°F Fig. 35: Ambient temperature - process temperature, standard version Ambient temperature Process temperature (depending on the seal material) Aluminium housing Plastic housing Stainless steel housing, precision casting Stainless steel housing, electropolished VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 70 5 … 9 mm 6 … 12 mm 7 … 12 mm 10 … 14 mm – ● ● – ● Brass, nickel- ● ● ● – – plated Stainless – ● ● – ● steel VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 71: Device Communication Modbus

    Connection of the feeding power supply unit to networks of overvoltage category Pollution degree Protection rating (IEC 61010-1) 10.2 Device communication Modbus In the following, the necessary device-specific details are shown. You can find further information of Modbus on www.modbus.org. Galvanic separation between electronics and metal housing parts When used with fulfilled housing protection VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 72: Modbus Register

    (4 bytes) according to IEEE 754 are transmitted with individually selectable order of the data bytes (byte transmission order). This "Byte transmission order" is determined in the parameter "Format Code". Hence the RTU knows the registers of the VEGAFLEX 82 which must be contacted for the variables and status information.
  • Page 73 Secondary Variable in Byte Order ABCD (Big Endian) 2006 DWord Third Variable in Byte Order ABCD (Big Endian) 2008 DWord Quarternary Variable in Byte Order ABCD (Big Endian) Status 2100 DWord See Register 100 VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 74: Modbus Rtu Commands

    Parameter Length Code/Data Request: Function Code 1 Byte 0x03 Start Address 2 Bytes 0x0000 to 0xFFFF Number of Registers 2 Bytes 1 to 127 (0x7D) VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 75 Parameter Length Code/Data Request: Function Code 1 Byte 0x08 Sub Function Code 2 Bytes Data N*2 Bytes Data Response: Function Code 1 Byte 0x08 Sub Function Code 2 Bytes Data N*2 Bytes Data VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 76 1 Byte FC43 Sub 14, Read Device Identification With this function code, the Device Identification is queried. Parameter Length Code/Data Request: Function Code 1 Byte 0x2B MEI Type 1 Byte 0x0E Read Device ID Code 1 Byte 0x01 to 0x04 Object ID 1 Byte 0x00 to 0xFF VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 77: Levelmaster Commands

    List of Object value 1 Byte Depending on the Object ID 10.5 Levelmaster commands The VEGAFLEX 82 is also suitable for connection to the following RTUs with Levelmaster protocol. The Levelmaster protocol is often called "Siemens" "Tank protocol". Protocol ABB Totalflow...
  • Page 78 Set number of Floats Parameter Length Code/Data Request: Set number of Floats 5 characters ASCII UuuFn Response: Set number of Floats 6 characters ASCII UuuFOK If the number is set to 0, no level is returned VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 79 = milliseconds (50 up to 250), default = 127 ms Error codes Error Code Name EE-Error Error While Storing Data in EEPROM FR-Error Erorr in Frame (too short, too long, wrong data) LV-Error Value out of limits VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 80: Configuration Of Typical Modbus Hosts

    ScadaPack - Register address for 1302 is address 31303 10.7 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". VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 81 10 Supplement Housing ~ 87 mm ~ 84 mm (3.43") ø 84 mm (3.31") ø 79 mm (3.31") (3.11") M16x1,5 M16x1,5 M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ ½ NPT ½ NPT Fig. 38: Dimensions housing (with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher) Plastic double chamber Aluminium/Stainless steel double chamber VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 82 10 Supplement VEGAFLEX 82, cable version ø 4 mm (0.157 in), ø 6 mm (0.236 in), PA coated SW 36 mm (1.42") G ¾ ø 6 mm ø 4 mm (0.24") (0.16") ø 20 mm (0.79") Fig. 39: VEGAFLEX 82, cable ø 4 mm (0.157 in), ø 6 mm (0.236 in) threaded version with gravity weight (all gravity weights with thread M12 for eye-bolt) Sensor length, see chapter "Technical data"...
  • Page 83 10 Supplement VEGAFLEX 82, cable version ø 6 mm (0.236 in), ø 11 mm (0.433 in), PA coated SW 55 mm (2.17") G1½ ø 6 mm ø 11 mm (0.24") (0.43") ø 30 mm (1.18") Fig. 40: VEGAFLEX 82, cable ø 6 mm (0.236 in), ø 11 mm (0.433 in) threaded version with gravity weight (all grav- ity weights with thread M12 for eye-bolt) Sensor length, see chapter "Technical data"...
  • Page 84 10 Supplement VEGAFLEX 82, rod version ø 16 mm (0.63 in) SW 55 mm (2.17") G1½ ø 16 mm (0.63") Fig. 41: VEGAFLEX 82, rod ø 16 mm (0.63 in), threaded version Sensor length, see chapter "Technical data" Joint - rod VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 85: 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 86 – Rod components 10 – Spacer 11 Factory calibration date 42 Reset 37 False signal suppression 31 Fault Scaling measured value 40 – Rectification 53 Sensor characteristics 42 Fault rectification 53 Service hotline 56 Functional principle 9 VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 87 INDEX Simulation 36 Special parameters 41 Type label 7 Type of medium 28 Units 27 VEGAFLEX 82 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 88 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2021 VEGA Grieshaber KG Am Hohenstein 113 Phone +49 7836 50-0 77761 Schiltach E-mail: info.de@vega.com...

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