How to proceed if a repair is necessary ................24 Dismount..........................26 Dismounting steps......................26 Disposal ......................... 26 Supplement ..........................27 Technical data ........................ 27 Dimensions ........................30 Industrial property rights ....................32 Trademark ........................32 VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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Contents 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: 2022-09-15 VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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.
During work on and with the device, the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use The VEGAVIB 61 is a sensor for point level detection. 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.
The corresponding conformity declarations can be found on our homepage. SIL conformity VEGAVIB 61 meets the requirements of functional safety according to IEC 61508. Further information is available in the Safety Manual " VEGAVIB series 60". Installation and operation in the USA and Canada This information is only valid for USA and Canada.
Principle of operation Application area VEGAVIB 61 is a point level sensor with vibrating rod for point level detection. It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and is preferably used for bulk solids.
Solid detection in water If VEGAVIB 61 was ordered for solid detection in water, the vibrating rod is calibrated to the density of water. If covered by water (density: 1 g/cm³/0.036 lbs/in) VEGAVIB 61 signals "uncovered". Only if the vibrating element is also covered with solids (e.g.
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Technical data - Ambient conditions" • Relative moisture 20 … 85 % Lifting and carrying With instrument weights of more than 18 kg (39.68 lbs) suitable and approved equipment must be used for lifting and carrying. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
Switching point In general, VEGAVIB 61 can be installed in any position. The instru- ment only has to be mounted in such a way that the vibrating element is at the height of the desired switching point.
4 Mounting Fig. 2: Measures against moisture ingress Transport Do not hold VEGAVIB 61 on the vibrating element. Especially with flange and tube versions, the sensor can be damaged by the weight of the instrument. Remove the protective cover just before mounting. Pressure/Vacuum The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low pressure in the vessel. Before use, check if the sealing material is resistant against the measured product and the process temperature.
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The vibrating rod must be mounted in a way that takes the arrange- ment of the filling and emptying apertures into account. To compensate measurement errors caused by the material cone in cylindrical vessels, the sensor must be mounted at a distance of d/6 from the vessel wall. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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Fig. 4: Filling and emptying centred Fig. 5: Filling in the centre, emptying laterally VEGAVIB 61 Discharge opening Filling opening To achieve a very precise switching point, you can install VEGAVIB 61 Horizontal mounting horizontally. However, if the switching point can have a tolerance of a VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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4 Mounting few centimeters, we recommend mounting VEGAVIB 61 approx. 20° inclined to the vessel bottom to avoid buildup. 20° Fig. 6: Horizontal mounting Inflowing medium If VEGAVIB 61 is mounted in the filling stream, unwanted false meas- urement signals can be generated. For this reason, mount VEGAVIB 61 at a position in the vessel where no disturbances, e.g. from filling openings, agitators, etc., can occur.
In hazardous areas, use only approved cable connections for VE- GAVIB 61. Take note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex applica- Connection cable tions. for Ex applications Cover all housing openings conforming to standard according to EN 60079-1. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
10. If necessary, carry out a fresh adjustment 11. 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-d version. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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Stainless steel, electropolished (not with Ex d) Filter element for pressure compensation (not with Ex d) Wiring plan We recommend connecting VEGAVIB 61 in such a way that the switching circuit is open when there is a level signal, line break or failure (safe state).
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5 Connecting to power supply Fig. 10: Wiring plan Shielding VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
Note: As a rule, always set the mode with mode switch (2) before starting the setup of VEGAVIB 61. The switching output will change if you set the mode switch (2) afterwards. This could possibly trigger other con- nected instruments or devices.
6 Setup VEGAVIB 61 will be more sensitive and light solids can be detected more reliably. For instruments detecting solids in water, these settings are not ap- plicable. The density range is preset and must not be changed. Mode adjustment (2) With the mode adjustment (min./max.) you can change the switching...
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6 Setup Level Switching status Control lamp Fault Switch open flashes red VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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.
Proceed as follows: 1. Switch off voltage supply 2. Unscrew the housing lid 3. Lift the opening levers of the terminals with a screwdriver 4. Pull the connection cables out of the terminals 5. Loosen the two screws with a screw driver (Torx size T10 or slot VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
How to proceed if a repair is necessary You can find an instrument return form as well as detailed information about the procedure in the download area of our homepage. By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without having to call back for needed information. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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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 • Ask the agency serving you to get the address for the return ship- ment. You can find the agency on our homepage. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
If personal data is stored on the old device to be disposed of, delete it before disposal. If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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40°C (104°F) 0°C (32°F) -50°C 50°C 100°C 150°C 200°C 250°C (-58°F) (122°F) (212°F) (302°F) (392°F) (482°F) -40°C (-40°F) Fig. 14: Ambient temperature - Process temperature Process temperature Ambient temperature Temperature range with temperature adapter VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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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. 1) Max. 20 mm (0.8 in) with product density < 0.03 g/cm³ (0.0011 lbs/in³).
Plastic single chamber Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Aluminium - single chamber ø 29 mm (1.14") ø16 mm (0.63") Fig. 16: VEGAVIB 61, threaded version G1 (DIN ISO 228/1) VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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9 Supplement G1½ ø 29 mm (1.14") ø16 mm (0.63") Fig. 17: VEGAVIB 61, threaded version G1½ (DIN ISO 228/1) ø 34 mm (1.34") Fig. 18: Temperature adapter VEGAVIB 61 • Contactless electronic switch...
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