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Operating Instructions
POINTRAC 31
Foundation Fieldbus
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41779
Radiation-based

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions POINTRAC 31 Foundation Fieldbus Document ID: 41779 Radiation-based...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Status messages ......37 Remove interferences ......41 POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 3 Safety instructions for Ex areas Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved instruments. Editing status: 2012-03-20 POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications. List The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence. à Action This arrow indicates a single action. Sequence Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. 2.2 Appropriate use The POINTRAC 31 is a sensor for level detection. You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter "Product description".

  • Page 6: Ce Conformity

    2 For your safety 2.5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By affixing the CE marking, VEGA confirms successful testing of the product. Only with class A instruments: The device is a class A instrument designed for use in an industrial environment.

  • Page 7: Product Description

    Operating instructions at the time of shipment (PDF) Order-specific sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML) Test certificate "Measuring Accuracy" (PDF) Go to www.vega.com, "Service" "VEGA Tools" and "serial number search". Scope of the operating This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument...

  • Page 8: Principle Of Operation

    When the intensity of the radiation drops below a defined value, e.g. due to damping, then the POINTRAC 31 switches. The measuring principle has proven itself well under extreme conditions because it measures contactlessly from outside through the vessel wall.

  • Page 9: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. For parameter adjustment of these instruments, an adjustment software such as PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Interface adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).

  • Page 10: Corresponding Source Container

    3 Product description The electronics module PROTRACH series 30 is a replacement part Electronics module for radiation-based sensors POINTRAC 31. You can find further information in the operating instructions "Electronics modulePOINTRAC 31" (Document-ID 40104). 3.5 Corresponding source container A radioactive isotope in a suitable source holder is the prerequisite for a radiation-based measurement setup.
  • Page 11 You can find the respectively valid limit values for control areas in the guideline of the respective authority (in Germany, for example, the radiation protection ordinance). We are at your disposal for further information concerning radiation protection and regulations in other countries. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 12: Mounting

    During the planning stage, our specialists will analyse the conditions of the measuring point and dimension the source (isotope) accordingly. You get a "Source Sizing" document specifying the required isotope strength and containing all relevant mounting information for your measuring point. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 13 Fasten the sensor in such a way that it cannot fall out of the holder. If necessary, provide the sensor with a support from below. Mount the source container and POINTRAC 31 as close as possible to the vessel. If there are gaps, secure the area with a safety fence and protective grating so that no one can reach into the dangerous area.
  • Page 14 Sensor orientation Level detection - max. detection The POINTRAC 31 is suitable for level detection in liquids or bulk solids. It is mounted at the height of the requested switching point. Fig. 4: POINTRAC 31 as max. level detection (uncovered) Level detection - min.
  • Page 15 4 Mounting Fig. 6: POINTRAC 31 as level detection (top view) POINTRAC 31 lends itself well for level detection of bulk solids with low density. Mount the instrument horizontally at the height of the requested switching point. Mount the source container VEGASOURCE displaced by 90° in order to get the widest possible radiation angle.

  • Page 16: Connecting To Power Supply

    The screen in the sensor must be connected directly to the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal outside on the housing must be connected to the potential equalisation (low impedance). POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 17 Unscrew the big housing cover Loosen compression nut of the cable entry 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 POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 18 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry. The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 10 Screw the housing cover back on POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 19: Connection

    Signal input 4 … 20 mA (active sensor) Switching input for NPN transistor Switching input floating Transistor output Interface for sensor-sensor communication Simulation switch (1 = simulation on) 10 Setting the bus address for sensor-sensor communication (MGC) MGC = Multi Gauge Connection POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 20 Instruments with intrinsically safe current output (Ex-ia appro- val) You can find detailed information on the explosion-protected versions (Ex-ia, Ex-d) in the Ex-specific safety instructions. These safety instructions are part of the scope of delivery and come with the Ex- approved instruments. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 21 (Ex-ia approval) Terminals for intrinsically safe signal output FF bus Contact pins for the indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter Terminals for the external indicating and adjustment unit Ground terminal MGC = Multi Gauge Connection POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 22: Set Up With The Indicating And Adjustment Module

    Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on Removal is carried out in reverse order. The indicating and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an additional connection is not necessary. Fig. 12: Insert indicating and adjustment module POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 23: Adjustment System

    Adjustment system The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the indicating and adjustment module. The LC display indicates the individual menu items. The functions of the individual keys are shown in the above POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 24: Parameter Adjustment

    The procedure is described in the following. Possibly keep the sequence of the menu items. Setup In this menu item you can adjust the POINTRAC 31 to the integrated Setup/Isotope isotope in the source container. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 25 The normal reduction of the emitter activity is hence considered through the radioactive decay. The POINTRAC 31 requires this information of the automatic decay compensation. This ensures an interference-free measurement over the complete life time of the gamma emitter - an annual recalibration is not necessary.
  • Page 26 (single point ad- adjustment" as adjustment mode (Setup/Adjustment mode). justment) In this menu item you determine the point at which the POINTRAC 31 should switch in uncovered status. Empty the vessel until the sensor is uncovered. For this enter the requested pulse rate manually or let the rate be determined by POINTRAC 31.
  • Page 27 You thus get the min. pulse rate (ct/s) for the adjustment covered. Enter the requested pulse rate manually or let the rate be determined by POINTRAC 31. Automatic determination of the pulse rate should be given preference. You can enter the adjustment point (ct/s) manually.
  • Page 28 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module You can let the adjustment point be determined by POINTRAC 31. Adjustment uncovered This menu item appears only if you have selected under adjustment (double point adjust- mode (setup/adjustment mode) the "Double point adjustment".
  • Page 29 If you have carried out a single point adjustment, this is the entered value. With a double point adjustment, this is the calculated value. The value is an indication for the reliability and reproducibility of the switching point. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 30 Switching function of the relay Information: 60 minutes after the key was pressed for the last time, the simulation is interrupted automatically. You can also interrupt the simulation with the switch on the electronics module. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 31 Order-specific settings remain but are not taken over into the current parameters. The measured value memory as well as the event memory remain. Peak values temperature: Resetting of the measured min. and max. temperatures to the actual measured value. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 32 Write parameter adjustment data from the indicating and adjust- ment module into the sensor This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module". Info Info In this menu you will find the following menu items: POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 33: Saving The Parameter Adjustment Data

    If it is necessary to exchange a sensor, the indicating 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". POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 34: Setup With Pactware

    DTM Collection. Furthermore, not all described functions are included in older firmware versions. You can download the latest instrument software from our homepage. A description of the update procedure is also available in the Internet. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 35: Saving The Parameter Adjustment Data

    The standard version is available as a free-of-charge download under http://www.vega.com. The full version is available on CD from the agency serving you. 7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment data via PACTware.

  • Page 36: Set Up With Other Systems

    DD adjustment programs such as, for example, AMS™ and PDM. A free-of-charge download of these files is available via Internet. Move via www.vega.com and "Downloads" to "Software". 8.2 Communicator 375, 475 Device descriptions for the instrument are available as DD or EDD for parameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475.

  • Page 37: Diagnosis And Service

    This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user. Function check: The instrument is in operation, the measured value is temporarily invalid (for example during simulation). This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 38 Wrong value in the linear- l Correct linearization table ization table Invalid linear- ization table F030 l Process values are not l Repeat adjustment within the adjusted mea- Process value suring range out of limits POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 39 F123 l External instruments l Determine reason for X-ray cause radioactive radiation alarm X-ray alarm l In case of a brief X-ray alarm, shut down the in- strument (switching) out- puts for this time POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 40 S038 l Ambient temperature too high/too low l Protect instrument with isolating material against extreme temperatures Ambient temperature too high/too low S125 l Slave outside the specification l Check Slave Slave outside the specification POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 41: Remove Interferences

    Reaction after fault rec- Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken, the tification steps described in chapter "Setup" must be carried out again or must be checked for plausibility and completeness. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 42: 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 43: How To Proceed In Case Of Repair

    Prepare update Connecting the sensor to voltage supply and via the interface adapter to the PC Start PACTware and go via the menu "Project" to the VEGA project assistant Select "USB", "Create new project" and "Set instrument online" Activate the project assistant with "Start"; the connection to the sensor is carried out automatically and the parameter window "Sensor # online parameter adjustment"...

  • Page 44: Dismounting

    Pass the instrument directly on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points. These may be used only for privately used products according to the WEEE directive. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...

  • Page 45: Supplement

    Measured variable The measured variable is the intensity of the gamma radiation. When the intensity of the radia- tion is below the stipulated value due to a damping by the medium, the POINTRAC 31 switches. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 46 Transmission rate 10 mA, ±0.5 mA Current value > 0.1 mm (0.004 in) Resolution, digital Relay output Output Relay output (SPDT), floating spdt Turn-on voltage 10 mV Min. 253 V AC, 253 V DC Max. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 47 ±3 mm/10 K relating to the max. measuring range or max. 10 mm Additional deviation through strong, high <±50 mm frequency electromagnetic fields acc. to EN 61326 Ambient conditions Ambient, storage and transport temperature -40 … +60 °C (-40 … +140 °F) POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 48 Protection rating IP 20 unassembled IP 40 mounted into the sensor without cover Materials Housing Inspection window Polyester foil Integrated clock Date format Day.Month.Year Tested according to the guidelines of German Lloyd, GL directive 2. POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 49 Instruments with approvals can have different technical data depending on the version. That's why the associated approval documents have to be noted with these instruments. They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com via "VEGA Tools" and "serial number search" as well as via "Downloads" and "Approvals".

  • Page 50: Supplementary Information Foundation Fieldbus

    Device minimum operating vol- tage Transmitter Function Resource Block (RB) Blocks Transducer Block (TB) Standard Block (AI) 30 ms Execution Time Diagnostics Standard Advanced Performance Function Blocks Instantiable General Information LAS (Link Active Scheduler) Master Capable POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 51 The unit is defi- PRIMARY_VALUE_U- ned in " " PRI- FF_PRIMARY_- Selected unit code for " VALUE_UNIT MARY_VALUE " FF_VAPOR_- Density with Temperature correc- FF_VAPOR_- DENSITY tion DENSITY_UNIT POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 52 NIC_TEMPERA- NIC_TEMPERA- TURE TURE_UNIT FF_E- FF_ELECTRO- Selected unit code for “ NIC_TEMPERA- LECTRONIC_TEMPERATU- TURE_UNIT ” FF_COUNT_- Count rate FF_COUNT_- RATE RATE_UNIT FF_COUNT_- Selected unit code for FF_COUNT_RATE RATE_UNIT “ ” DEVICE_TAG Tagname DEVICE_NAME Device type POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 53 Error text PMT_VOLTA- Current photomultiplier voltage GE_ACTUAL STANDARDIZA- Factor for the real value correction - TION_FACTOR SERIALNUM- Serial number NAMUR_STATE 49 NAMUR state NULL_- Zero count rate COUNT_RATE COUNT_RA- Pulse rate photomultiplier (raw TE_PMT values) POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 54 Condition lity 0x00 Bad Non-specific Unexpected er- 0x01 Bad Configuration Error It was tried to set a wrong unit with FF interface On user error codes: 16, 17, 25, 52, 57, 66, 72, 117, 120 POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 55 "Manual" 0x44 Last Usable Value Three or more cer- internal commu- tain nications have failed while "Process Data Update". Last usable value is displayed 0x48 Substitute On user error codes: 29 cer- tain POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 56 71, 126, 127 Mapping of User Error Codes to FF Field Diagnostics Priority User Error Codes NE-107 Sta- 40, 41 FAILURE fai- lure 34, 35, 36, 37 FAILURE fai- lure Sof- FAILURE twa- fai- lure POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 57 11 Supplement Priority User Error Codes NE-107 Sta- FAILURE reri- zati- cor- rupt defi- defi- 16, 17, 25, 52, 53, 57, 66, 117, 120 FAILURE reri- zati- 121, 122, 141 FAILURE nfli- ct in FAILURE cati- POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 58 11 Supplement Priority User Error Codes NE-107 Sta- FAILURE sla- rep- orts defi- defi- defi- OUT_OF_SPEC tec- era- ture criti- FAILURE whi- sta- zati- POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 59 11 Supplement Priority User Error Codes NE-107 Sta- 123, 124 FAILURE ces- sive dia- tion OUT_OF_SPEC FAILURE whi- sig- pro- ces- sing defi- defi- defi- defi- defi- POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 60 11 Supplement Priority User Error Codes NE-107 Sta- defi- AIT- FUNCTION_- CHECK defi- defi- defi- defi- defi- 126, 127 GOOD whi- tre- cor- ding Reserved ser- 33, 45, 71, 86 Not displayed POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 61 11 Supplement POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 62 11 Supplement 11.3 Dimensions The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of the possible versions. Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded on www.vega.com under "Downloads" and "Drawings". Aluminium and stainless steel housing M20x1,5/ 119 mm ½ NPT (4.69") 169 mm (6.65")
  • Page 63 11 Supplement POINTRAC 31 ø 76,2 mm (3") Fig. 20: POINTRAC 31 Measuring range = Order length 152 mm or 304 mm (6 in/12 in) POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 64 Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellectuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site http://www.vega.com VEGA lineas de productos están protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad industrial. Para mayor información revise la pagina web http://www.vega.com Линии...
  • Page 65 - Electronics module 10 - Analog Input (AI) 52 Reset 31 Functional principle 8 Sensor orientation 14 Handling permit 10 Sensor status 29 HART 32 Service hotline 42 Heat 15 Simulation 30 Source container 10 POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 66 Index Status messages 37 Storage 9 Time 31 Type label 7 Unit 26 Voltage supply 49 Water cooling 15 POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 67 Index POINTRAC 31 • Foundation Fieldbus...
  • Page 68 All statements concerning scope of delivery, application, practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information avail- able at the time of printing. © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2012 41779-EN-120329 Subject to change without prior notice...

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