VAT 612 GC Series Installation, Operating,  & Maintenance Instructions

VAT 612 GC Series Installation, Operating, & Maintenance Instructions

Butterfly pressure control valve with logic interface

Advertisement

Quick Links

Butterfly Pressure Control Valve
with Logic interface
This manual is valid for the valve ordering number(s):
612 . . - . . GC - . . . .
612 . . - . . GE - . . . .
612 . . - . . AC - . . . .
612 . . - . . AE - . . . .
612 . . - . . HC - . . . .
612 . . - . . HE - . . . .
612 . . - . . CC - . . . .
612 . . - . . CE - . . . .
SPS = Sensor Power Supply
configured with firmware
The fabrication number is indicated on each product as per the label
below (or similar):
ma de in Swit zerlan d
Fab rica tio n No .:
61 2 . . – . . . . – . . . . / . . . .
A – . . . . . .
Explanation of symbols:
Read declaration carefully before you start any other
action!
Attention!
Loaded springs and/or air cushions are potential
hazards!
Disconnect electrical power and compressed air
lines. Do not touch parts under voltage!
Read these «Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions» and the enclosed «General
Safety Instructions» carefully before you start any other action!
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com
Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 612 DN 40-50 (I.D. 1.5" - 2"), Logic
(1 sensor input)
(2 sensor inputs)
(1 sensor input / ±15V SPS)
(2 sensor inputs / ±15V SPS)
(1 sensor input / PFO)
(2 sensor inputs / PFO)
(1 sensor input / ±15V SPS / PFO)
(2 sensor inputs / ±15V SPS / PFO)
PFO = Power Failure Option
612P.1E.00
Fabrication num ber
sample picture
Keep body parts and objects away from the valve
opening!
Hot surfaces; do not touch!
Wear gloves!
289419EB
2011-12-12
1/60

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 612 GC Series and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for VAT 612 GC Series

  • Page 1 Do not touch parts under voltage! Read these «Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions» and the enclosed «General Safety Instructions» carefully before you start any other action! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 1/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 2 VAT products. The VAT firmware contains a limited, time unlimited user license. The VAT firmware may not be used for purposes other than those intended nor is it permitted to make copies of the VAT firmware. In particular, it is strictly forbidden to give copies of the VAT firmware to other people.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Control and actuating unit..........................55 Seals and grease ............................55 ISO-KF valve unit - aluminum blank, without heating ..................56 VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 3/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 4 ISO-KF valve unit – stainless steel, without heating ..................57 Accessories ..............................58 7.5.1 Centering ring with Viton o-ring ......................58 8 Warranty ................................. 59 VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 4/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 5: Use Of Product

    This product is a Butterfly control valve for downstream pressure control in vacuum systems. Use product for clean and dry indoor vacuum applications under the conditions indicated in chapter «Technical data» only! Other applications are only allowed with the written permission of VAT. Technical data...
  • Page 6 Refer to chapter «Sensor supply concepts» for details. Refer to chapter «Schematics» for details. PFO = Power Failure Option. Refer to «Behavior in case of power failure» for details. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 6/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 7: Valve Unit

    80 l/s 150 l/s Dimensions Refer to dimensional drawing of specific valve ordering number (available on request) VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 7/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 8: Installation

    Do not connect or disconnect sensor cable when device is under power. Connection overview Connectors at controller panel Ground connection VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 8/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 9 Note: To provide power to the valve motor pins 4 and 8 must be bridged, otherwise motor interlock is active and the valve enters the safety mode and is not operative. Refer also to «Safety mode». This valve may optionally be equipped with a heating device. Connect VAT heating device according to manual of respective heating device.
  • Page 10: Tightening Torque

    The stress has to be relieved by suitable means. The following forces are admissible: Axial tensile or Valve size Bending moment «M» compressive force «F » inch lbf. 1½ VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 10/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 11: Admissible Forces At Controller

    F = Force a = middle of aluminium part of controller (b / 2), c = pedestal 400 N VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 11/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 12: Requirements To Sensor Connection

    Dynamic stray magnetic fields may introduce noise to sensor output and should be avoided or shielded. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 12/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 13: Electrical Connection

    It is also possible to connect the ground strap at system chamber if it is well connected to PE. Note: Avoid low chassis cross section to the system PE connection. (Min. same cross section as ground strap) VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 13/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 14: Sensor Supply Concepts

    612 . . - . . A . - ../ 612 . . - . . C . - ..SPS module included Note: The SPS module can be retrofitted. Refer to chapter «Retrofit / replacement procedure» for instruction. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 14/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 15: Power And Sensor Connection (+24 Vdc Sensors)

    Do not connect other pins that may damage sensors, power supply or controller! • Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the connectors! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 15/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 16 • Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the connectors! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 16/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 17: Power And Sensor Connection (±15 Vdc Sensors) Without Optional Sps Module

    Do not connect other pins that may damage sensors, power supply or controller! • Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the connectors! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 17/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 18 • Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the connectors! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 18/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 19: Power And Sensor Connection (±15 Vdc Sensors) With Optional Sps Module

    Do not connect other pins that may damage sensors, power supply or controller! • Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the connectors! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 19/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 20: Logic Interface Connection

    The service port (connector: SERVICE) allows to connect the valve to a RS232 port of a computer. This requires a service cable and software from VAT. You can either use our freeware 'Control View', which can be downloaded from www.vatvalve.com or purchase our 'Control Performance Analyzer'.
  • Page 21: Local Operation

    Local operation means that the valve is operated via the service port using a computer or the Service Box 2. When using a computer, a service cable and a software from VAT are required. You can either download our freeware 'Control View' from or purchase our 'Control Performance Analyzer'.
  • Page 22: Safety Mode

    This cycle is performed with reduced torque (80%). Display shows configuration of product until synchronization cycle is done. Refer also to chapter «Display information». VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 22/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 23: Behavior In Case Of Power Failure

    Default is not defined. Display indicates F. *) Provided that battery pack of the VAT controller is charged. Charging time after power up is 2 minutes max.. All parameters are stored in a power fail save memory. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland...
  • Page 24: Display Information

    1) SPS = optional ±15 VDC Sensor Power Supply module 2) PFO = Power Failure Option VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 24/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 25 Digit 2 Digit 3 Digit 4 Fatal error occurred Error code. Refer to «Trouble shooting» for details VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 25/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 26: Setup Procedure

    Note: It’s not possible to do ‘Interface configuration‘ Do configuration in menu ‘Setup / Interface’. via remote operation. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 26/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 27: Valve And Sensor Configuration

    Note: Do not perform ZERO, if the base pressure of your vacuum system is higher than 1‰ of sensor full scale. We recommend disabling ZERO function in this case; refer to «Valve configuration» of the setup procedure. Otherwise incorrect pressure reading is the result. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 27/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 28: Learn

    Note: Learn may take several minutes. Do not interrupt the routine as a single full run is required to ensure fast and accurate pressure control. The PID controller covers 5% to 5000% of the gas flow which was used for learn. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 28/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 29 [sccm] = 39.4 • p • C max. pressure to control [Torr] required lower conductance [l/s] VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 29/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 30: Close Valve

    Select or enter pressure setpoint Set pressure SETPOINT Note: In case CLOSE VALVE, OPEN VALVE or HOLD is also set these have higher priority. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 30/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 31: Operation With 2 Sensors

    Above picture shows a 2 sensor system. In this configuration sensor 2 covers low range (100 mTorr) and sensor 1 covers high range (1 Torr). Switchover between sensors is done automatically according to «Pressure control operation with 2 sensors». VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 31/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 32: Tuning Of Control Performance

    Pumping speed (l/s) and pump type (e.g. turbo pump) • System description • Problem description Send diagnostic file with and all required information to tuning-support@vat.ch VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 32/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 33 Note: It’s not possible to do ‘Interface configuration‘ Do configuration in menu ‘Setup / Control Parameter’. via remote operation. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 33/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 34 Note: It’s not possible to do ‘Interface configuration‘ Do configuration in menu ‘Setup / Control Parameter’. via remote operation. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 34/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 35: Logic Interface

    3.11 Logic interface Default configuration: OPEN input CLOSE input OPEN output CLOSE output not inverted not inverted open close VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 35/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 36: Functions And Wiring

    Configuration with switches for digital inputs: Note: Use a shielded cable for analog inputs. Do not connect other pins than indicated above! Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the DB-25 connector! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 36/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 37 Configuration with voltage source for digital inputs: Note: Use a shielded cable for analog inputs. Do not connect other pins than indicated above! Connector: Use only screws with 4-40UNC thread for fastening the DB-25 connector! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 37/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 38: Digital Inputs

    50ms to be effective. Refer to «Function and wiring» for details about input circuit. Highest priority is 1. Functions with lower priorities will not be effective as long as higher priority functions are active. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 38/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 39 50ms to be effective. Refer to «Function and wiring» for details about input circuit. Highest priority is 1. Functions with lower priorities will not be effective as long as higher priority functions are active. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 39/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 40: Digital Outputs

    COMMON Common for all digital outputs. common Refer to «Function and wiring» for details about output circuit. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 40/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 41: Analog Inputs And Outputs

    Chassis ground connected to case. Shall be used to connect cable shield. ground Refer to «Function and wiring» for details about input / output circuit. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 41/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 42: Trouble Shooting

    1)Priority of pin 14 is higher than pin 13. If pin 14 is connected to ground after pin 13 the valve will close. Ground of service connector is at pin 4 and 8. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 42/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 43 - Make sure a shielded sensor cable is used. If you need any further information, please contact one of our service centers. You can find the addresses on our website: http://www.vat.ch VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 43/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 44: Maintenance & Repairs

    Contamination from the process may influence the function and requires more frequent maintenance. Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs, please contact VAT. It has to be individually decided whether the maintenance/repair can be performed by the customer or has to be carried out by VAT. The fabrication number on the valve made in Switzerland Fabrication No.:...
  • Page 45: Maintenance Procedures

    A critical factor influencing the maintenance period is the lifetime of the vacuum grease, being limited under increased temperature. In this case grease will separate to PTFE and oil. The oil may flow and contaminate the valve parts. VAT can give the following recommendations for preventive maintenance: heated ≤ 80°C *) unheated *) heated >...
  • Page 46 For ordering number refer to «Spare parts and accessories». 12 mm 5. Unfasten screws and remove plate Allen Wrench from shaft. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 46/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 47 (0.025 ml). 11. Lubricate each o-ring with a slight film of vacuum grease (0.0125 ml). VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 47/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 48 (steps 6 to 17. Align pedestal parallel to valve body and tighten the 2 mounting screws with 2 Nm. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 48/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 49 Allen Wrench 21. Tighten clamp coupling with 1.1 Nm. 22. Reinstall valve into vacuum system according to chapter «Installation». VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 49/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 50: Option Board

    Ambient temperature [°C] Note: This graph shows estimated life of UltraCap PFO for reference and not as guaranteed value. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 50/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 51: Retrofit / Replacement Procedure

    Note: All boards have a fixed position into control and actuating unit. It is not possible to fit a board in other position as shown in picture above. Do not try out other positions, that may be destroy the socket of boards! VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 51/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 52 Open end wrench 4.5 mm SENSOR and INTERFACE connectors. Lift the panel carefully. Disconnect fan cable from board. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 52/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 53 12. Tighten female screw locks from POWER, SENSOR and INTERFACE connectors with Open end wrench 4.5 mm 1.1 Nm (see step 1). VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 53/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 54: Drawing

    Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions Series 612 DN 40-50 (I.D. 1.5“ - 2”), Logic Drawing VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 54/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 55: Spare Parts

    Option board with PFO module 378002 (power failure option) Option board 376837 with SPS and PFO module *) Too many to list. Depends on configuration, please contact VAT. Seals and grease Item Description Valve size All sizes Product ordering number 612 .
  • Page 56: Iso-Kf Valve Unit - Aluminum Blank, Without Heating

    • valves with JIS, ASA or CF-F flanges spare parts ordering numbers are available on request. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 56/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 57: Iso-Kf Valve Unit - Stainless Steel, Without Heating

    • valves with JIS, ASA or CF-F flanges spare parts ordering numbers are available on request. VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 57/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com...
  • Page 58: Accessories

    31032-KAZV 32034-KAZV Centering ring with Viton o-ring (for ISO-KF and ISO-F installation only) Stainless steel 31032-KEZV 32034-KEZV VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 58/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...
  • Page 59: Warranty

    (including any delay in or failure to deliver), packaging, storage or use of any product sold or delivered by VAT shall fail to conform to the...
  • Page 60 Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions Series 612 DN 40-50 (I.D. 1.5“ - 2”), Logic VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland 289419EB 60/60 Tel +41 81 771 61 61 Fax +41 81 771 48 30 CH@vatvalve.com www.vatvalve.com 2011-12-12...

Table of Contents