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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement VEGAPULS 11 Two-wire 4 … 20 mA Document ID: 58350...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Parameter adjustment ....................29 Adjustment menu ........................30 Menu overview ....................... 30 Description of the applications ..................32 10 Diagnostics and servicing ....................36 10.1 Maintenance ........................36 10.2 Rectify faults ........................36 VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 3 13.5 Trademark ........................54 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: 2022-10-26 VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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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 11 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: Mode Of Operation - Radar Signal
English language. Installations in the US shall comply with the relevant requirements of the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70). Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 7: Product Description
The respective scope of delivery results from the order specification. Scope of this operating This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument instructions versions: • Hardware version from 1.3.1 • Software version from 1.2.2 VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 8 Software Alternatively, you can find all via your smartphone: • Scan the QR-code on the type label of the device or • Enter serial number manually in the VEGA Tools app (available free of charge in the respective stores) VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 9: Principle Of Operation
3 Product description Principle of operation Application area VEGAPULS 11 is a radar sensor for non-contact, continuous level measurement. It is suitable for liquids and solids in practically all industries. Functional principle The instrument emits a continuous, frequency-modulated radar signal through its antenna. The emitted signal is reflected by the medium... -
Page 10: Accessories
Threaded and hygienic adapters enable simple adaptation of devices with standard threaded fittings to process-side hygiene connections. Mounting strap The mounting accessories are used for stable mounting of the device at the measuring point. The parts are available in various versions and sizes. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 11: Mounting
Polarisation Radar sensors for level measurement emit electromagnetic waves. The polarization is the direction of the electrical component of these waves. The polarization direction is marked on the housing, see following drawing: VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 12 Fig. 5: Mounting of the radar sensor on round vessel tops In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the device in the centre of the vessel, as measurement is then possible down to the bottom. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 13 Fig. 7: Reference plane Reference plane 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. Fig. 8: Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium Threaded socket und With threaded connection, the antenna end should protrude at least socket piece 5 mm (0.2 in) out of the nozzle. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 14 4 Mounting Fig. 9: Thread mounting If the reflective properties of the medium are good, you can mount VEGAPULS 11 on sockets longer than the antenna. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded. You will find recommended values for socket heights in the following illustration or the table. The values come from typical applications. Deviating from the proposed dimensions, also longer sockets are possible, however the local conditions must be taken into account.
- Page 15 In a cylindrical silo with conical outlet, the sensor is mounted anywhere from one third to one half of the vessel radius from the outside wall (see following drawing). r... Fig. 13: Mounting position and orientation VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 16 Fig. 14: Proposal for installation after orientation VEGAPULS 11 The following table shows the necessary angle of inclination. It depends on the measuring distance and the distance "a" between vessel centre and installation position.
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Page 17: Measurement Setup - Flow
As a result, the accuracy of the flow measurement is higher than with the specified curves. The value given takes into account the block distance. At smaller distances, the measuring accuracy is reduced, see " Technical data". VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 18 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. Rectangular overfall 3 ... 4 h 90° 90° Fig. 16: Flow measurement with rectangular flume: h = max. filling of the max. rectangular flume 1 Overfall orifice (side view) Upstream water Tailwater 4 Overfall orifice (view from tailwater) VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 19 4 Mounting Khafagi-Venturi flume 3 ... 4 x h 90° Fig. 17: Flow measurement with Khafagi-Venturi flume: h = max. filling of the max. flume; B = tightest constriction in the flume Position sensor 2 Venturi flume VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 20: Connecting To Power Supply
In the case of instrument housings with metric thread, the cable gland is screwed in at the factory. It is sealed with plastic plugs as transport protection. With an ambient temperature ≥ 50 °C (122 °F) the connection cable should be suitable for a temperature which is at least 20 °C (36 °F) higher. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 21: 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 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 22 8. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland. The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 9. Reinsert the display and adjustment module, if one was installed 10. Screw the housing lid back on The electrical connection is finished. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 23: Wiring Plan
After connection to the power supply, the device carries out a self- test: • Internal check of the electronics • Output signal is set to failure The current measured value is then output on the signal cable. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 24: Access Protection
" Ac- cess protection". If this document is lost, the emergency device code can be retrieved from your personal contact person after legitimation. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 25: Storing The Codes In Myvega
" PINs and Codes". This greatly simplifies the use of additional adjust- ment tools, as all Bluetooth access and device codes are automati- cally synchronized when connected to the " myVEGA" account VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 26: Setup With Smartphone/Tablet (Bluetooth)
• Operating system: Android 5.1 or newer • Bluetooth 4.0 LE or newer Download the VEGA Tools app from the " Apple App Store", " Goog- le Play Store" or " Baidu Store" to your smartphone or tablet. Connecting Connecting Start the adjustment app and select the function "... -
Page 27: Parameter Adjustment
Menu item display The selected menu item can be recognized by the colour change. Fig. 21: Example of an app view - Setup measured values Enter the requested parameters and confirm via the keyboard or the editing field. The settings are then active in the sensor. Close the app to terminate connection. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 28: Setup With Pc/Notebook (Bluetooth)
Enter Bluetooth access For authentication, enter in the next menu window the 6-digit code Bluetooth access code: Fig. 22: Enter Bluetooth access code VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 29: Parameter Adjustment
(DTM) according to FDT standard are required. The latest PACTware version as well as all available DTMs are compiled in a DTM Collec- tion. The DTMs can also be integrated into other frame applications according to FDT standard. Fig. 23: Example of a DTM view - Setup, sensor adjustment VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 30: Adjustment Menu
3.8 … 20.5 mA Reaction when malfunctions occur < 3.6 mA Linearisation Linearization type Linear Intermediate height Scaling Scaling size Volume Scaling unit Scaling format 100 % correspond to 100 l 0 % correspond to VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 31 Device name, serial number, hardware/software version, device revision, factory calibration date Sensor characteristics Sensor features from order text Simulation Measured value Simulation value Measured value memory Indication measured value memory from DTM (DTM) VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 32: Description Of The Applications
• Process/measurement conditions: – Partly strongly agitated surface – Installations such as pumps and ladders – Multiple reflections through flat vessel ceiling – Dirt and grease deposits on shaft wall and sensor – Condensation on the sensor VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 33 Process/measurement conditions: – Slow gauge change – Extreme damping of output signal in case of wave generation – Ice and condensation on the antenna possible – Floating debris sporadically on the water surface VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 34 – False signal suppression via the operating tool Heap (point measurement/profile detection) • Process/measurement conditions: – Measured value jumps, e.g. through heap profile and traverses – Large angles of repose, varying pouring positions – Measurement near the filling stream – Sensor mounting on movable conveyor belts Crusher • Process/measurement conditions: VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 35 – Large distance to the medium – Interfering reflections from fixtures or protective devices • Further recommendations – False signal suppression via the operating tool Demonstration • Applications that are not typical level measurements – Instrument demonstration – Object recognition/monitoring – Measured value verification with higher measuring accuracy with reflection without bulk solids, e.g. via a measuring plate VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 36: Diagnostics And Servicing
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 37: Diagnosis, Fault Messages
Function check - orange Maintenance required - blue Malfunction (Failure): Due to a malfunction in the instrument, a fault signal is output. This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 38 Error in the instrument False signal suppression faulty Carry out a reset settings Error when carrying out a reset F265 Program sequence of the measuring func- Device restarts automatically tion disturbed Measurement function disturbed VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 39: Treatment Of Measurement Errors
M511 A software unit requires a software update Carry out software update Inconsistent software configuration 10.5 Treatment of measurement errors The tables below give typical examples of application-related meas- urement errors. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 40 Determine the reason for the changed has changed (e.g. condensation, build- false signals, carry out false signal sup- time up); false signal suppression no longer pression, e.g. with condensation. matches actual conditions VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 41 The sensor goes into overfill protection flange socket? mode. The max. level (0 m distance) Remove contamination on the antenna as well as the status message " Overfill protection" are output. time VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 42 (jumps to multiple echo) polarization direction Chose a more suitable installation po- sition Transverse reflection from an extraction Direct sensor to the opposite fun- time funnel, amplitude of the transverse re- nel wall, avoid crossing with the filling flection larger than the level echo stream VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 43: Software Update
10.6 Software update The device software is updated via Bluetooth. The following components are required: • Instrument • Voltage supply • PC/notebook with PACTware/DTM and Bluetooth USB adapter VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 44: 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 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 45: Dismount
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. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 46: Certificates And Approvals
DIN EN ISO 14001. Help us to meet these requirements and observe the environmental instructions in the chapters " Packaging, transport and storage", " Disposal" of this operating instructions. VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 47: Supplement
Input variable Measured variable The measured variable is the distance between the antenna edge of the sensor and the medium surface. The antenna edge is also the reference plane for the measurement. G type threaded connections only, EPDM for devices with food/pharmaceutical certification VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... - Page 48 ≤ 3,6 mA Fig. 26: Run-up time and measured value output Run-up time Measured value output Off Power consumption Depending on application and medium With bulk solids Depending on the operating conditions VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 49 Biggest false signal, 20 dB smaller than the useful signal Deviation with liquids ≤ 5 mm (meas. distance > 0.25 m/0.8202 ft) Non-repeatability ≤ 5 mm Deviation with bulk solids The values depend to a great extent on the application. Binding specifications are thus not possible. Already included in the meas. deviation VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 50 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. 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 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 51 Voltage supply Operating voltage U Ʋ at 4 mA 12 … 35 V DC Ʋ at 20 mA 9 … 35 V DC Reverse voltage protection Integrated Depending on the local conditions VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 52 Electronics potential free up to 500 V AC Protection rating IP66/IP67 acc. to IEC 60529 Type 4X acc. to UL 50 Altitude above sea level 5000 m (16404 ft) Protection class Pollution degree VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
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Page 53: Dimensions
13.2 Dimensions ø 85,1 mm (3.35") ø 77 mm (3.03") SW 50 G1½ 1½ NPT R 1½ ø 58 mm (2.28") Fig. 28: Dimensions VEGAPULS 11 Thread G1½ Thread 1½ NPT Thread R1½ VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA... -
Page 54: 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 55 Notes VEGAPULS 11 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA...
- Page 56 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2022 VEGA Grieshaber KG Am Hohenstein 113 Phone +49 7836 50-0 77761 Schiltach E-mail: info.de@vega.com...
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