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Vega VEGAFLEX 86 Operating Instructions Manual

Tdr sensor for continuous level and interface measurement of liquids
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Operating Instructions
TDR sensor for continuous level and
interface measurement of liquids
VEGAFLEX 86
Modbus and Levelmaster protocol
Converter version in second chamber
Rod and cable probe
-20 ... +250 °C
Document ID: 49481

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions TDR sensor for continuous level and interface measurement of liquids VEGAFLEX 86 Modbus and Levelmaster protocol Converter version in second chamber Rod and cable probe -20 … +250 °C Document ID: 49481...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parameter adjustment with PACTware ................56 Set instrument address ....................57 Set up with the quick setup ..................... 58 Save parameter adjustment data..................60 Diagnosis, asset management and service ................ 61 Maintenance ........................61 VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 3 11.8 Industrial property rights ....................95 11.9 Trademark ........................95 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: 2023-05-23 VEGAFLEX 86 • 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 86 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 86 • 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 86 • 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

    Sensor electronics Principle of operation Application area The VEGAFLEX 86 is a level sensor with cable or rod probe for con- tinuous level or interface measurement, especially for applications in high temperatures up to +250° C (482° F). High frequency microwave pulses are guided along a steel cable or...
  • Page 10 Example: upper medium dielectric constant 2, lower medium at least dielectric constant 12. Gas phase (L3) • Air or gas mixture • Gas phase - dependent on the application, gas phase does not always exist (d2 = 0) VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 11: Packaging, Transport And Storage

    The integrated Bluetooth module (optional) enables wireless adjust- ment via standard adjustment devices. VEGACONNECT The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 12 You can find further information in the operating instructions manual " Bypass tube VEGAPASS 81". Centering If you mount the VEGAFLEX 86 in a bypass tube or standpipe, you have to avoid contact to the bypass tube by using a spacer at the probe end. Fixing facility If there is a risk of the cable probe touching the vessel wall during operation due to product movements or agitators, etc., the measuring...

  • Page 13: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 14: Mounting Instructions

    The exact value of the min. distance (lower blocking distance) is stated in chapter " Technical data". Fig. 5: Vessel with conical bottom Type of vessel Plastic vessel/Glass vessel 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. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 15 In such cases, always carry out a false signal suppression after mounting. You can find further information under " Setup procedure". ≤ 150 mm ( 5.91") DN40 ... DN150 ≤ 100 mm (3 .94") > DN150 ... DN200 Fig. 7: Mounting socket When welding the nozzle, make sure that the nozzle is flush with the vessel top. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 16 The reference plane for the measuring range of the sensors is the sealing surface of the thread or flange. Keep in mind that a min. distance must be maintained below the reference plane and possibly also at the end of the probe - measure- VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 17 If durability is no problem, we recommend the use of uncoated metal standpipes. When the VEGAFLEX 86 is used in bypass tubes, contact with the tube wall must be avoided. We recommend for this purpose a cable probe with centering weight.
  • Page 18 This allows you to measure the total level range of the medium in the standpipe. When designing the standpipe, keep the upper blocking distance of VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 19 If durability is no problem, we recommend the use of uncoated metal standpipes. When the VEGAFLEX 86 is used in standpipes, contact with the tube wall must be avoided. We recommend for this purpose a cable probe with centering weight.
  • Page 20 The 0 % point in standpipes should be above the gravity or center- ing weight. • A false signal suppression with installed sensor is generally rec- ommended to achieve the best possible accuracy. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 21 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 22 If internal installations such as struts, ladders, etc. are present on the vessel wall, the measuring probe should be mounted at least 300 mm (11.81 in) away from the vessel wall. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 23 4 Mounting You can find further information in the supplementary instructions of the rod extension. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 24: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 25: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 26 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 27: Wiring Plan

    Internal connection to the connection compartment For display and adjustment module or interface adapter Connection compartment MODBUS power supply off on Fig. 18: Connection compartment USB interface 2 Slide switch for integrated termination resistor (120 Ω) Modbus signal Voltage supply Terminal Function Polarity Voltage supply VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 28: Double Chamber Housing With Vegadis-Adapter

    Fig. 20: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 29: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 30: 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. 21: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 31: Adjustment System

    The pen oper- ates the four keys of the display and adjustment module right through the closed lid (with inspection window) of the sensor housing. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 32 [OK] will not be saved. Switch-on phase After switching on, the VEGAFLEX 86 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 33: Parameter Adjustment - Quick Setup

    Info: Instrument name, hardware and software version, date of manu- facture, instrument features Note: For optimum setting of the measuring point, the individual submenu items in the main menu item " Setup" should be selected one after VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 34 When choosing " Yes", then the probe length will be determined automatically. When choosing " No", you can enter the probe length manually. Application - Medium Coax probes can be only used in liquids. In this menu item, the fixed type adjusted medium type " Liquid" is displayed. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 35 " Application". In this menu item you can enter if there is a superimposed gas phase in your application. Only set the function to " Yes", if the gas phase is permanently pre- sent. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 36 In this menu item you can enter the min. adjustment for the level. With Min. adjustment level interface measurement this is the minimum total level. Adjust the requested percentage value with [+] and store with [OK]. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 37 Enter the respective distance value in m for the interface correspond- ing to the percentage value of the interface. Damping To damp process-dependent measured value fluctuations, set an integration time of 0 … 999 s in this menu item. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 38 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 39 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 VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 40 Lock/Unlock adjustment In the menu item " Lock/unlock adjustment", you can protect the sen- sor parameters against unauthorized or inadvertent modification. The PIN is activated/deactivated permanently. With active PIN, only the following adjustment functions are possible without entering a PIN: VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 41 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 42 If you have selected interface measurement under the menu item " Setup - Application", the peak values of the interface measurement are displayed in addition to the peak values of the level measurement. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 43 This menu item displays the peak values of the electronics tempera- ture as well as the dielectric constant. In another window you can carry out a reset of the two peak values separately. Information: If one of the display values flashes, there is actually no valid value available. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 44 With this, you can detect signal changes over the operating time. With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC, the high-resolution echo curve can be displayed and used to compare the echo curve of the setup with the actual echo curve. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 45 Basic settings: Restores the parameter settings, incl. special param- eters, to the default values of the respective instrument. Any stored VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 46 Scaling unit - Level Litres Scaling format - Level Without decimal positions Scaling level - 100 % corresponds to Scaling level - 0 % corresponds to Scaling variable - Interface Volume Scaling unit - Interface Litres VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 47 The following data or settings for adjustment of the display and ad- justment module are saved: • All data of the menu " Setup" and " Display" • In the menu " Additional adjustments" the items " Reset, Date/ Time" • Special parameters VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 48 Scaling level - Scaling format In menu item " Scaling format" you define the scaling format on the display and the scaling of the measured level value for 0 % and 100 %. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 49 In menu item " Current output, variable" you specify which measured output size variable the current output refers to. In menu item " Current output, adjustment" you can assign a respec- Current output - Current output adjustment tive measured value to the current output. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 50 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 51: Save Parameter Adjustment 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 52: Set Up With Smartphone/Tablet/Pc/Notebook Via Bluetooth

    PIN in the adjustment menu of the respective sensor, e.g. to " 1111". Use " OK" to switch to the input menu. Basic adjustment Display Diagnostics Service Info Deactivate permanently? VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 53: Connecting

    Bluetooth-capable instru- ments in the area. PC/Notebook Start PACTware and the VEGA project assistant. Select the device search via Bluetooth and start the search function. The device auto- matically searches for Bluetooth-capable devices in the vicinity.

  • Page 54: Sensor Parameter Adjustment

    After successful authentication, the next con- nection functions without authentication. For authentication, enter in the next menu window the 4-digit sensor PIN. Sensor parameter adjustment The sensor parameterization is carried out via the adjustment app on the smartphone/tablet or the DTM on the PC/notebook. App view Fig. 26: Example of an app view - Setup sensor adjustment VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 55: Setting Up Sensor And Modbus Interface With Pactware

    Sensor electronics • Modbus electronics Fig. 28: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 56: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 57: Set Instrument Address

    CD from the agency serving you. Set instrument address The VEGAFLEX 86 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 58: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 59 2 Extended adjustment Maintenance Quick setup With quick setup you can carry out the parameter adjustment of VEGAFLEX 86 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 60: Save Parameter Adjustment Data

    8 Setting up sensor and Modbus interface with PACTware Save parameter adjustment data We recommend documenting or saving the parameterisation data via PACTware. That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 61: Diagnosis, Asset Management And Service

    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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 62: Asset Management Function

    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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 63 Duration up to approx. 3 minutes depending on the version and pa- rameter settings F113 Error in the internal instrument com- Disconnect operating voltage briefly munication Communication Send instrument for repair error VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 64 State in CMD 48 S600 Temperature of the processing elec- Check ambient temperature Bit 8 of tronics in the non-specified section Byte 14 … 24 Impermissible Insulate electronics electronics tem- Use instrument with higher temper- perature ature range VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 65: Rectify Faults

    Error when carrying out a reset strument settings False signal suppression faulty Tab. 10: Error codes and text messages, information on causes as well as corrective measures Rectify faults Reaction when malfunc- The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas- tion occurs ures to rectify faults. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 66 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 67 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 68: 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 69: Exchange Or Shorten Cable/Rod

    20 Nm (15 lbf ft). Fig. 34: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 70: Software Update

    Thread M8 for eye-bolt Fixing screw - centering weight Software update The following components are required to update the instrument software: • Instrument • Voltage supply • Interface adapter VEGACONNECT • PC with PACTware • Current instrument software as file VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 71: 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. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 72: 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. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 73: Supplement

    Not suitable for hot steam applications > 150 °C (> 302 °F). In this case, use a device with a ceramic-graphite seal. Aluminium, stainless steel precision casting and Ex d housing VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 74 Ʋ Physical layer Digital output signal according to standard EIA-485 Ʋ Bus specifications Modbus Application Protocol V1.1b3, Modbus over se- rial line V1.02 Ʋ Data protocols Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII, Levelmaster Max. transmission rate 57.6 Kbit/s VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 75 Upper blocking distance (see following diagrams - grey section) Lower blocking distance (see following diagrams - grey section) Typical deviation - Interface measure- ± 5 mm (0.197 in) ment With interface measurement = 2.0 VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 76 (0.079") -2 mm (0.079") -25 mm (-0.984") 0,15 m 0,2 m 0,05 m (5.906") (7.874") (1.968") 0,05 m (1.968") Fig. 38: Deviation VEGAFLEX 86 in rod version in oil Blocking distance (no measurement possible in this area) Probe length 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 The blocking distances can be optimized via a false signal suppression. VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 77 (3.15 ") Fig. 40: Deviation VEGAFLEX 86 in cable version (2 mm/0.079 in), in medium oil Blocking distance (no measurement possible in this area) When using a centering weight, it is only possible to measure up to the upper edge of the cerntering weight. Probe length VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 78 -0.02 % 0.05 % 0.37 % 400 °C (752 °F) -0.02 % 0.03 % 0.25 % Steam (saturated 100 °C (212 °F) 0.26 % steam) 150 °C (302 °F) 0.17 % 2.1 % VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 79 - Novolak max. +150 °C (+302 °F) on the flange surface epoxy resin according to Norsok 6C (optional) 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 80 ● steel Wire cross-section (spring-loaded terminals) Ʋ Massive wire, stranded wire 0.2 … 2.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 14) Ʋ Stranded wire with end sleeve 0.2 … 1.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 16) VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 81: Device Communication Modbus

    Pollution degree Protection rating (IEC 61010-1) 11.2 Device communication Modbus In the following, the necessary device-specific details are shown. You can find further information of Modbus on www.modbus.org. Parameters for the bus communication The VEGAFLEX 86 is preset with the following default values: When used with fulfilled housing protection VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 82: 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 86 which must be contacted for the variables and status information.
  • Page 83 Third Variable in Byte Order ABCD (Big Endian) 2008 DWord Quarternary Variable in Byte Order ABCD (Big Endian) Status 2100 DWord See Register 100 2102 DWord Primary Variable in Byte Order DCBA (Little Endian) VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 84: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 85 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 86 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 87: Levelmaster Commands

    List of Object value 1 Byte Depending on the Object ID 11.5 Levelmaster commands The VEGAFLEX 86 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 88 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 89 = 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 90: Configuration Of Typical Modbus Hosts

    ScadaPack - Register address for 1302 is address 31303 11.7 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 91 11 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. 44: 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 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 92 11 Supplement VEGAFLEX 86, cable version with gravity weight SW 41 mm ø 4 mm (0.16") ø 2 mm (0.08") ø 20 mm (0.79") ø 16 mm ø 16 mm (0.63") (0.63") ø 20 mm ø 20 mm (0.79") (0.79") Fig. 45: VEGAFLEX 86, threaded version with gravity weight (all gravity weights with thread M8 for eye-bolt)
  • Page 93 11 Supplement VEGAFLEX 86, cable version with centering weight SW 41 mm ø 2 mm / ø 4 mm (0.08") (0.16") Fig. 46: VEGAFLEX 86, threaded version with centering weight Sensor length, see chapter " Technical data" ø 40 mm (1.57 in) ø 45 mm (1.77 in) ø 75 mm (2.95 in) ø...
  • Page 94 11 Supplement VEGAFLEX 86, rod version SW 41 mm ø 8 mm (0.32") Fig. 47: VEGAFLEX 86, threaded version Sensor length, see chapter " Technical data" Max. height of the vessel insulation VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 95: 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 96 – Spacer 12 Reset 45 False signal suppression 39 Fault rectification 66 Functional principle 9 Scaling measured value 48, 49 Sensor characteristics 51 Service hotline 68 Gas phase 35 Simulation 44 Special parameters 50 HART address 50 VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 97 INDEX Type label 7 Type of medium 34 Units 34 Vessel insulation 21 VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 98 Notes VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 99 Notes VEGAFLEX 86 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 100 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2023 VEGA Grieshaber KG Am Hohenstein 113 Phone +49 7836 50-0 77761 Schiltach E-mail: info.de@vega.com...

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