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Vega VEGAPULS 6X Operating Instructions Manual

Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids and bulk solids
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Operating Instructions
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids and bulk solids
VEGAPULS 6X
Two-wire 4 ... 20 mA/HART
Document ID: 66190

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids and bulk solids VEGAPULS 6X Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART Document ID: 66190...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IT Security (IEC 62443-4-2) .................... 51 Functional safety (SIL) ......................52 Objective ........................52 ......................52 Application area ......................53 Safety concept of the parameterization ................53 First setup ........................54 Function test ........................55 VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 3 ..................121 ................121 16.5 Conformity ........................121 16.6 NAMUR recommendations ..................121 16.7 IT Security ........................122 16.8 Safety Integrity Level (SIL).................... 122 ..................122 16.10 Environment management system ................122 VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 4 17.5 Licensing information for open source software ............160 17.6 Trademark ........................160 Safety instructions for Ex areas: 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 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 5: 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 6: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device, the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGAPULS 6X is a sensor for continuous level measurement. chapter " Product description". Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.

  • Page 7: Mode Of Operation - Radar Signal

    Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code A Class 2 power supply unit has to be used for the installation in the USA and Canada. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 8: Product Description

    • Hardware version from 1.1.2 • Hardware version (SIL) from 1.2.1.1 • Software version from 1.1.0 • Software version (SIL) from 1.1.1.1 Use see chapter "Mounting instructions, sealing to the process" VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 9 Field for conformity logos Serial number - Instru- The type label contains also the serial number of the instrument. With ment search • Product information • • Related documentation • Further documents VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 10: Principle Of Operation

    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 11: Adjustment

    Adjustment via the signal Devices with signal output 4 … 20 mA/HART can also be operated cable via a signal cable. This is done via an interface adapter and a PC/ notebook using DTM/PACTware. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 12: Packaging, Transport And Storage

    • Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration • Storage and transport Storage and transport temperature see chapter " Supplement - temperature Technical data - Ambient conditions" • Relative moisture 20 … 85 % VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 13: 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 14: Setup - The Most Important Steps

    VEGA Tools app Parameterize sensor Liquids Bulk solids Enter medium type, application, vessel height, adjustment and mode 100% 100% Check measured value Indicators Output Download via Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Baidu Store VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 15: Mounting

    Chemical properties of the medium • Second Line of Defense As a standard feature, the VEGAPULS 6X is separate from the pro- cess through its plastic antenna encapsulation. Optionally, the instrument is available with a Second Line of Defense (SLOD), a second process separation. It is located as gas-tight leadthrough between the process component and the electronics.
  • Page 16 For devices in protection class IP66/IP68 (1 bar), ventilation is pro- Housing orientation The housing of VEGAPULS 6X can be rotated completely by 360°. This enables optimal reading of the display and easy cable entry. For housings made of plastic or electropolished stainless steel, this is done without tools.
  • Page 17 1. Screw the housing cover on tightly by hand 2. Unscrew the locking screw from the cover up to the stop using a size 4 hexagonal spanner 3. Check if the cover can no longer be turned VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 18: Mounting Preparations, Mounting Strap

    Single chamber housing – Inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180° – Inclination 180° steplessly • Double chamber housing – Inclination in two steps 0° and 90° – Inclination 90° steplessly VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 19: Mounting Versions, Plastic Horn Antenna

    Mounting strap - Ceiling The instrument is normally mounted vertically with a bracket on the mounting ceiling. This allows swivelling the sensor up to 180° for optimal orientation and rotating for optimal connection. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 20 Fig. 13: Wall mounting horizontally via the mounting strap with length 170 mm Fig. 14: Wall mounting with inclined wall via the mounting strap with length 300 mm Flange Two versions are available for mounting the instrument on a nozzle: VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 21: Mounting Instructions

    Connection screw Process seal Mounting instructions Polarisation Radar sensors for level measurement emit electromagnetic waves. The polarisation is the direction of the electrical share of these waves. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 22 The measurement surface is the area with the highest energy of the radar signal. In this case, it is recommended to repeat the false signal suppression at a later time with existing buildup. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 23 Mounting position - bulk Mount the instrument at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from the vessel solids wall. 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 20: Mounting the radar sensor on the vessel top VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 24 This applies especially if buildup on the vessel wall is to be expected. Reference plane The measuring range of the VEGAPULS 6X physically begins with the antenna end. However, the min./max. adjustment begins mathematically with the version.
  • Page 25 Fig. 21: Position of the reference plane Reference plane Plastic horn antenna Flange connection Horn antenna Flange with lens antenna uids As a general rule, the device must not be mounted too close to or solids disturbed. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 26 5 Mounting exhauster should be as large as possible. should be as large as possible. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 27 Socket mounting - short For nozzle mounting, the nozzle should be as short as possible and nozzles With threaded connection, the antenna end should protrude at least 5 mm (0.2 in) out of the nozzle. VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 28 Flange with lens antenna Socket mounting - longer nozzles VEGAPULS 6X on sockets longer than the antenna. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded. Note: When mounting on a longer socket piece, we recommend to carry out a false signal suppression (see chapter "...
  • Page 29 40 mm 1½" 50 mm 2" 80 mm 3" 100 mm 4" 150 mm 6" Plastic horn antenna Socket diameter "d" Socket length "h" 80 mm 3" 100 mm 4" 150 mm 6" VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 30 PTFE washer Antenna encapsulation Note: large temperature changes. This can negatively the sealing proper- ties. To avoid this, use the disc springs from the scope of delivery during VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 31 PTFE threaded adapters are available for VEGAPULS 6X with thread adapter G1½ resp. 1½ NPT. Due to this, only PTFE is in contact with the medium. Fig. 29: VEGAPULS 6X with PTFE threaded adapter (example VEGAPULS 6X with thread G1½) Sensor O-ring seal (sensor side)
  • Page 32 Fig. 30: Mounting the instrument on insulated vessels Vessel insulation Distance piece for temperature decoupling Electronics housing Vessel installations The mounting location of the radar sensor should be a place where no VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 33 Orientation - Bulk solids In a cylindrical silo with conical outlet, the mounting is carried out on a third up to the half of the vessel radius from outside (see following drawing). VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 34 The easiest way to align the device is with the optional swivelling holder. Determine the suitable inclination angle and check the align- ment with the alignment aid in the VEGA Tools app on the device. Alternatively, the angle of inclination can be determined using the following drawing and table.
  • Page 35 5 Mounting Fig. 34: Determination of the angle of inclination for alignment of VEGAPULS 6X Distance d (m) 2° 4° 6° 8° 10° 10.5 12.2 11.1 13.9 12.5 15.6 10.5 13.9 17.4 VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 36 3. Re-tighten the terminal screws, max. torque see chapter " Techni- cal data". Agitators lead to undesired incorrect measurements. Note: To avoid this, a false signal suppression should be carried out with the VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 37 In these applications, it must be taken into account that the radar sen- sors are designed for relatively slow level changes. Therefore, when using on moving parts, observe the measurement characteristics of the device (see chapter " Technical data"). VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 38 The sensor should be directed towards the emptying point in the centre of the silo. This can be done, for example, using the mount- ing strap. Fig. 38: Installation and orientation in multiple chamber silos VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...
  • Page 39 To protect the device against buildup, particularly in case of strong condensation, air rinsing is recommended. Plastic horn antenna: The VEGAPULS 6X with plastic horn antenna is optionally available Rinsing air connection VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

  • Page 40: Measuring Rigs - Bypass

    Measurement in the bypass tube tached to the outside of a container as a communicating vessel. The VEGAPULS 6X in 80 GHz technology is suitable as standard for non-contact level measurement in such a bypass. Information: For standpipe lengths > 3 m (9.842 ft) a special standpipe version is...
  • Page 41 For stand pipe lengths > 3 m the " Application stand pipe > 3 m" must be selected for the parametrisation • For stand pipe lengths > 3 m, the antenna diameter must be cho- sen as large as possible, but at least 80 mm/3" VEGAPULS 6X • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART...

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