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All rights reserved. It is prohibited to reproduce this documentation, or any part thereof, without the prior written authorisation of KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH. Subject to change without notice. Copyright 2014 by KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH - Ludwig-Krohne-Str. 5 - 47058 Duisburg (Germany) www.krohne.com 03/2014 - 4000547004 - HB OPTIWAVE 6300 R04 en...
CONTENTS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1 Safety instructions 1.1 Software history ....................... 6 1.2 Intended use ........................6 1.3 Certification ........................6 1.4 Electromagnetic compatibility ..................7 1.5 Radio approvals ........................ 7 1.5.1 European Union (EU)....................... 7 1.5.2 U.S.A. and Canada........................8 1.6 Safety instructions from the manufacturer ..............
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CONTENTS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 7.5 Spare parts availability....................78 7.6 Availability of services ....................78 7.7 Returning the device to the manufacturer..............78 7.7.1 General information......................78 7.7.2 Form (for copying) to accompany a returned device............79 7.8 Disposal .......................... 79 8 Technical data 8.1 Measuring principle......................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1.1 Software history Data about software revisions is shown in the Supervisor menu. Go to Test > Information > Test > Information > Test > Information > Test > Information > Function description Device ID...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1.4 Electromagnetic compatibility The device design agrees with European Standard EN 61326-1. You can install the device on open-air tanks and tanks that are not made of metal. But refer to Radio approvals on page 7. This agrees with Immunity and Emissions requirements for industrial environments.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1.5.2 U.S.A. and Canada LEGAL NOTICE! This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1.6.2 Disclaimer The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage of any kind by using its product, including, but not limited to direct, indirect or incidental and consequential damages. This disclaimer does not apply in case the manufacturer has acted on purpose or with gross negligence.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1.6.3 Product liability and warranty The operator shall bear responsibility for the suitability of the device for the specific purpose. The manufacturer accepts no liability for the consequences of misuse by the operator. Improper installation and operation of the devices (systems) will cause the warranty to be void. The respective "Standard Terms and Conditions"...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 1.6.5 Warnings and symbols used Safety warnings are indicated by the following symbols. DANGER! This warning refers to the immediate danger when working with electricity. DANGER! This warning refers to the immediate danger of burns caused by heat or hot surfaces.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 2.1 Scope of delivery INFORMATION! Do a check of the packing list to make sure that you have all the elements given in the order. Scope of delivery – horn antenna Figure 2-1: Scope of delivery – horn antenna...
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 2.2 Device description This device is a 24 GHz FMCW-radar level transmitter. It is a non-contact technology and is 2- wire loop-powered. It is designed to measure the distance, level, mass, volume and reflectivity of granulates and powders.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 2.3 Visual Check WARNING! If the display screen glass is broken, do not touch. INFORMATION! Inspect the packaging carefully for damages or signs of rough handling. Report damage to the carrier and to the local office of the manufacturer.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 2.4 Nameplates INFORMATION! Look at the device nameplate to ensure that the device is delivered according to your order. Check for the correct supply voltage printed on the nameplate. 2.4.1 Non-Ex nameplate Figure 2-5: Non-Ex nameplate 1 Indicator arrow to cable entry / cable entry size.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.1 General notes on installation INFORMATION! Inspect the packaging carefully for damages or signs of rough handling. Report damage to the carrier and to the local office of the manufacturer. INFORMATION! Do a check of the packing list to make sure that you have all the elements given in the order.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.3 Transport Figure 3-2: How to lift the device 1 Remove the converter before you lift the device with a hoist. WARNING! Lift the device carefully to prevent damage to the antenna. 3.4 Pre-installation requirements INFORMATION! Obey the precautions that follow to make sure that the device is correctly installed.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.5 How to prepare the silo before you install the device CAUTION! To avoid measuring errors and device malfunction, obey these precautions. 3.5.1 Pressure and temperature ranges Figure 3-3: Pressure and temperature ranges 1 Flange temperature ®...
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.5.2 Recommended mounting position CAUTION! Follow these recommendations to make sure that the device measures correctly. Figure 3-4: Recommended nozzle position for solids 1 Position of the process fitting from the silo wall, r/2 (for DN80, DN100, DN150 or DN200 horn antennas, and DN80 or...
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Figure 3-5: Product inlets 1 The device is in the correct position. 2 The device is too near to the product inlet. Figure 3-6: More than 1 FMCW radar level meter can be operated in a silo More than 1 FMCW radar level meter can be operated in a silo.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.6 Installation recommendations for solids CAUTION! Do not install the device above objects in the silo (ladder, supports etc.). Objects in the silo can cause parasite radar signals. If there are parasite radar signals, the device will not measure correctly.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.7 How to install the device on the silo 3.7.1 How to install a device with a flange connection Equipment needed: • Device • Gasket (not supplied) • Nuts and bolts (not supplied) • Wrench (not supplied)
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Figure 3-9: How to attach the device if the antenna is larger than the process connection Equipment needed: • 3 mm Allen wrench (not supplied) WARNING! If you attach the antenna in a closed space, make sure that there is a good airflow in the area.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Requirements for threaded connections Figure 3-10: Threaded connection If the antenna is smaller than the process connection: • Make sure the silo connection is level. • Make sure that you use the applicable gasket for the connection dimensions and the process.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C WARNING! If you attach the antenna in a closed space, make sure that there is a good airflow in the area. Make sure that a person not in the silo can always hear you. INFORMATION! If the antenna is larger than the process connection, we recommend that you use an antenna extension.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C • If you attach more or less extensions than were initially ordered, change the antenna extension value in Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor mode. Go to Supervisor > Advanced setup > Installation > Supervisor Supervisor > Advanced setup > Installation >...
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C • If you attach more or less extensions than were initially ordered, change the antenna extension value in Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor mode. Go to Supervisor > Advanced setup > Installation > Supervisor Supervisor > Advanced setup > Installation >...
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.7.5 How to attach the weather protection to the device Equipment needed: • Device. • Weather protection (option). • 10 mm wrench (not supplied). The overall dimensions of the weather protection are on page 90. Figure 3-15: Installation of the weather protection •...
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 3.7.6 How to open the weather protection Equipment needed: • Weather protection attached to the device. • Large slotted tip screwdriver (not supplied). Figure 3-16: How to open the weather protection 1 Weather protection in its closed position 2 Weather protection in its open position.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 4.1 Safety instructions DANGER! All work on the electrical connections may only be carried out with the power disconnected. Take note of the voltage data on the nameplate! DANGER! Observe the national regulations for electrical installations! DANGER! For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply;...
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C Procedure: • Remove the housing terminal compartment cover 1. • Connect the wires to the device. Obey the national electrical codes. • Make sure that the polarity of the wires is correct. • Attach the ground to 4 or 7. Both terminals are technically equivalent.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 4.3 Protection category INFORMATION! The device fulfils all requirements per protection category IP 66/67. It also fulfils all requirements per NEMA type 4X (housing) and type 6P (antenna). DANGER! Make sure that the cable gland is watertight.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 4.4 Networks 4.4.1 General information ® ® The device uses the HART communication protocol. This protocol agrees with the HART Communication Foundation standard. The device can be connected point-to-point. It can also operate in a multi-drop network of up to 15 devices.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 6300 C 4.4.3 Multi-drop networks Figure 4-5: Multi-drop network (non-Ex) 1 Address of the device (n+1 for multidrop networks) 2 Address of the device (1 for multidrop networks) ® 3 4 mA + HART ® 4 Resistor for HART...
START-UP OPTIWAVE 6300 C 5.1 Start-up checklist Check these points before you energize the device: • Are all the wetted components (antenna, flange and gaskets) resistant to the product in the silo? • Does the information on the signal converter nameplate agree with the operating data? •...
START-UP OPTIWAVE 6300 C 5.3 Digital display screen 5.3.1 Local display screen layout Figure 5-1: Local display screen layout 1 Error icon 2 Tag number or menu name 3 Selected menu item (gray text cannot be selected) 4 [ ] / [ ]: scroll up/scroll down 5 Keypad buttons (refer to the table below) 5.3.2 Keypad buttons...
START-UP OPTIWAVE 6300 C 5.3.4 How to start the device • Connect the converter to the power supply. • Energize the converter. After 30 seconds the screen will display "booting up", "starting up" and then the default screen will appear.
START-UP OPTIWAVE 6300 C Figure 5-2: Screen from the PACTware™ user interface 1 DTM menu 2 Basic measurement information: level, current output and device status 3 Information for device identification 4 Configuration summary 5.5 Remote communication with the AMS™ Device Manager The AMS™...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.1 User modes Operator Operator Operator This mode displays measurement data. For more data, refer to Operator Operator mode on page 39. Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor Use this mode to view parameters, commission the device, create tables for volume or mass measurement, change critical values to measure in difficult process conditions.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Screens in operator mode Text and image Go to % current output Go to Text screen Go to screen screen Level [> > > > ] Level > Level > (Text image) [ ] / [ ]...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.3 Supervisor mode 6.3.1 General notes Configure your device in Supervisor Supervisor mode. You can: Supervisor Supervisor • Use the Quick Setup Quick Setup Quick Setup menus to configure your device quickly. For more data about quick setup...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.3.4 Keypad functions Menu navigation > Figure 6-1: Menu navigation 1 Menu selection bar 2 Header bar 3 Menu list 4 Menu item that is not available (in gray text) This is what you see when you are in the list of menus in supervisor mode. The functions of the...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Lists of parameters in menu items > Figure 6-2: Lists of parameters in menu items 1 Parameter selection bar 2 Menu name 3 Parameter used at this time This is what you see when you choose a menu item that has a list of parameters. The functions of...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Values in menu items Figure 6-3: Values in menu items 1 Maximum value 2 Minimum value 3 Cursor on the digit to be changed 4 Menu name 5 Illustration of menu item 6 Error message This is what you see when you choose a menu item that has a value. The functions of the buttons...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C If you push the buttons for 1 second, you can use these hotkey functions: Hotkey functions in supervisor mode Button Description Function Right Create a quick link Enter Down Screen displays information in English Esc (Escape)
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.3.5 Function description A. Quick setup Menu Step Function Function description Selection list Default A.1 Setup Mode A.1.1 A.1.1 Complete Complete This follows the steps given in This follows the steps given in A.1.1 A.1.1 Complete...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Step Function Function description Selection list Default Distance If the silo is partially filled, type min-max: 10 m / in a distance shorter than that 0…tank height 32.808 ft between the flange and the tank contents.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Step Function Function description Selection list Default Tank Shape The Wizard adds this step if you select "Yes" in step 4. This sub- procedure uses the information given here to find the volume. You have to type in the tank shape, height, width and length.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Step Function Function description Selection list Default Output Range This sets the effective range of 3.8…20.5 mA (NAMUR), 4…20 mA output 1 with or without over- 4…20 mA run. Error Handling This sets the behaviour of 3.6 mA, 22 mA, Hold...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Step Function Function description Selection list Default A.4 Quick Link 3 Quick Link 3 Direct link to an item in the Go to a function in the Language Advanced Setup menu Advanced Setup menu and push [>...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default B.2.3 Device ID This displays device order no, V-no, Read only service no, Ex approval, Main CPU version, Companion CPU version and DSP version. B.2.4 Quick Setup A summary of the parameters entered Read only Sum.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C.1.5 Stillwell Not available. For liquid applications Diameter only. C.1.6 Antenna Optional antenna extension. These are min-max: 0 mm / 0¨ Extension attached between the flange and the 0…5000.00 mm / 0…196.85¨...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C.1.14 Product Er Not available. For liquid applications only. C.1.15 Tracing This function sets the maximum rate of min-max: 0.5 m/min / Velocity change of level. The measured value 0.001…10.000 m/min /...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C.3.4 Output Range Sets the effective range of output 1 min.-max: 3.8…20.5 mA 4…20 mA either with or without over-run. (NAMUR), 4…20 mA C.3.5 Error Handling This sets the behaviour of current 3.6 mA, 22 mA, Hold...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C.5.1.4 Length Unit The length unit displayed in operator m, cm, mm, inch, ft, ft-inch- mode. 1/16inch, ft-inch-1/32inch, Free Unit C.5.1.5 Volume Unit The volume unit displayed in operator m3, L, US gal, GB gal, ft3, bbl mode.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Data dependencies for the 20 mA settings of outputs 1 and 2 Output function Minimum value Maximum value Default Level >4 mA Setting for Level Tank Height + TBO + RO Tank height + TBO - Volume >4 mA Setting for Volume...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C • Blocking Distance (C.1.9) Use the flange facing as the reference point for the 4 and 20 mA current output settings. The 4 and 20 mA current output settings are the minimum and maximum points of the measurement scale.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Menu items related to level measurement are: • Output Function (C.3.1 or C.4.1) • Tank Height (C.1.2) • Blocking Distance (C.1.9) Use the silo bottom as the reference point for the 4 and 20 mA current output settings. The 4 and 20 mA current output settings are the minimum and maximum points of the measurement scale.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.4.6 How to configure the device to measure volume or mass The device can be configured to measure volume or mass. You can set up a strapping table in the conversion table in the device's Quick Setup Quick Setup Quick Setup menu.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.4.7 How to make a filter to remove radar signal interference If the device measures level in a silo that contains obstructions (ladder, supports etc.), these objects can cause radar signal interference (parasitic signals). You can use the empty spectrum function (menu item A.1.3) in the Quick Setup menu to make a filter to remove radar signal...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C • Push [^ ^ ^ ^ ]. Do you want to save the spectrum. Select Yes Yes or No No and then push [^ ^ ^ ^ ]. If you select Yes Yes, the device will use the empty spectrum scan results to make a filter to remove radar signal interference.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Figure 6-8: Signal screen and the silo bottom reflection 1 Tank bottom offset (menu item C.1.11) 2 Tank height (menu item C.1.2) 3 Signal amplitude (in dB) 4 True position of the silo bottom 5 Offset position of the silo bottom...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C 6.6 Errors 6.6.1 General information Indication of errors When the device senses an error condition, it displays an error symbol in the top left corner of the display screen. Figure 6-9: Indication of errors 1 Error/ warning symbol Enter the supervisor mode to either: •...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C How to check the measurement quality • Enter supervisor mode. • Go to Test > Information > Measurement Quality Test > Information > Measurement Quality Test > Information > Measurement Quality. Test > Information > Measurement Quality This shows the status of device errors at this time.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C How to find the error records • Enter supervisor mode. • Go to Test > Information > Error Records Test > Information > Error Records Test > Information > Error Records. Test > Information > Error Records •...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C The time since the error occurred is measured in Days:Hours:Minutes:Seconds Days:Hours:Minutes:Seconds Days:Hours:Minutes:Seconds Days:Hours:Minutes:Seconds.The error is saved in the permanent memory of the device at intervals of 1 hour. It only includes the time when the device is energized. The counter continues when the device is switched back on.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Error Message Error Description Corrective action code Measuring status Measurement is old This is a temporary error Check the voltage at the message. If the device cannot device terminals. Refer also get a measurement in this...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 6300 C Error Message Error Description Corrective action code Peak and spectrum Spectrum quality is bad The quality of the spectrum is Check the device, silo and the poor. If this message is process. Reconfigure the temporarily shown, this will...
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C 7.1 Periodic maintenance No maintenance is necessary. 7.2 How to clean the top surface of the device WARNING! Do not let more than 5 mm / 0.2 ¨ of dust collect on the top surface of the device. This is a possible source of ignition in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C Servicing by the customer is limited by warranty to How to • The removal and installation of the signal converter housing. For more data, refer to turn or remove the signal converter on page 27. • The removal and installation of the complete electronic module.
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C Equipment needed (not supplied): • TORX T8 wrench. • 3 mm Allen wrench (for steps 2 and 4). WARNING! Disconnect the power supply How to remove the display 1 Remove the 2 small screws on the hinge of the blue sun cover with a TORX T8 wrench. Remove the sun cover.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C 7.4.3 Replacement of the complete electronic module Figure 7-2: Removal of the complete electronic module www.krohne.com 03/2014 - 4000547004 - HB OPTIWAVE 6300 R04 en...
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C Equipment needed (not supplied): • 3 mm Allen wrench (for steps 1 and 4). How to remove the back end and microwave unit 1 Loosen the screw on the display. Open the display. 2 Disconnect the power supply connector from the electronics block.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C 7.4.4 Replacement of the terminal module Figure 7-3: Removal of the terminal module www.krohne.com 03/2014 - 4000547004 - HB OPTIWAVE 6300 R04 en...
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C Equipment needed (not supplied): • 2.5 mm Allen wrench for Aluminium (painted) housings; 3 mm Allen wrench for Stainless Steel housings (for step 1). • Small slotted tip screwdriver (for step 3). • TORX T10 wrench (for step 5).
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C 7.5 Spare parts availability The manufacturer adheres to the basic principle that functionally adequate spare parts for each device or each important accessory part will be kept available for a period of 3 years after delivery of the last production run for the device.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 6300 C 7.7.2 Form (for copying) to accompany a returned device Company: Address: Department: Name: Tel. no.: Fax no.: Manufacturer's order no. or serial no.: The device has been operated with the following medium: This medium is: water-hazardous...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C 8.1 Measuring principle A radar signal is emitted via an antenna, reflected from the product surface and received after a time t. The radar principle used is FMCW (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave). The FMCW-radar transmits a high frequency signal whose frequency increases linearly during the measurement phase (called the frequency sweep).
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C 8.2 Technical data INFORMATION! • The following data is provided for general applications. If you require data that is more relevant to your specific application, please contact us or your local sales office. Additional information (certificates, special tools, software,...) and complete product •...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Measurement accuracy Resolution 1 mm / 0.04¨ Repeatability ±1 mm / ±0.04¨ Accuracy ±3 mm / ±0.12¨, when distance < 10 m / 33 ft; ±0.03% of measured distance, when distance > 10 m / 33 ft Reference conditions acc.
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Other conditions Other conditions Other conditions Other conditions ≥1.5 Dielectric constant (εr) Vibration resistance IEC 60068-2-6 and EN 50178 (10...57 Hz: 0.075 mm / 57...150 Hz:1g) Protection category IP 66/67 equivalent to NEMA type 4X (housing) and type 6P (antenna)
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Process connections Thread G 1½ (ISO 228); 1½ NPT (ASME B1.20.1) Flange version Flange version Flange version Flange version EN 1092-1 DN80 in PN40 (Form B1), DN100…200 in PN16 or PN40 (Form B1); others on request ASME B16.5...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Approvals and certification This device fulfils the statutory requirements of the EC directives. The manufacturer certifies successful testing of the product by applying the CE mark. Explosion protection Explosion protection Explosion protection Explosion protection ATEX II 1 G, 1/2 G, 2 G Ex ia IIC T6...T3;...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Other standards and approvals Other standards and approvals Other standards and approvals Other standards and approvals Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC in conjunction with EN 61326-1 (2013) R & TTE Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C 8.3 Antenna selection This graph shows which antenna to select for the application based on: • D, the measuring range and • ε , is the dielectric constant of the product being measured Figure 8-2: Selection of antenna for solid applications (graph of distance in m against ε...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C 8.4 Guidelines for maximum operating pressure WARNING! Make sure that the devices are used within their operating limits. Figure 8-4: Pressure / temperature de-rating (EN 1092-1), flange and threaded connection, in °C and barg 380 400 Figure 8-5: Pressure / temperature de-rating (EN 1092-1), flange and threaded connections, in °F and psig...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C INFORMATION! CRN certification CRN certification CRN certification CRN certification There is a CRN certification option for devices with process connections that agree with ASME standards. This certification is necessary for all devices that are installed on a pressure vessel and used in Canada.
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C 8.5 Dimensions and weights Housing Figure 8-8: Housing dimensions 1 Housing front view 2 Housing side view Dimensions and weights in mm and kg Dimensions [mm] Weights [kg] Housing 158.5 1 If fitted with standard cable glands...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Weather protection Figure 8-9: Dimensions of the weather protection option 1 Weather protection, back view 2 Weather protection, left side view Dimensions and weights in mm and kg Dimensions [mm] Weights [kg] Weather 231.5 protection...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C DN80/3¨ horn antenna versions Figure 8-10: DN80/3¨ horn antenna versions 1 DN80/3¨ horn antenna with G 1½ or 1½ NPT thread connection 2 DN80/3¨ horn antenna with flange connection 3 Antenna purging system (supplied with ¼ NPTF connection)
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C DN100/4¨ horn antenna versions Figure 8-11: DN100/4¨ horn antenna versions 1 DN100/4¨ horn antenna with G 1½ or 1½ NPT thread connection 2 DN100/4¨ horn antenna with flange connection 3 Antenna purging system (supplied with ¼ NPTF connection)
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Sheet metal horn antenna versions Figure 8-12: DN80/3¨, DN100/4¨, DN150/6¨ and DN200/8¨ sheet metal horn antenna versions 1 Sheet metal horn antenna (DN80/3¨, DN100/4¨, DN150/6¨ or DN200/8¨) with G 1½ or 1½ NPT thread connection 2 Sheet metal horn antenna (DN80/3¨, DN100/4¨, DN150/6¨...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C Dimensions and weights in mm and kg Dimensions [mm] Weights [kg] Øi Thread DN80/3¨ connection DN100/4¨ DN150/6¨ DN200/8¨ Flange DN80/3¨ connection DN100/4¨ DN150/6¨ 14.4 DN200/8¨ 15.0 1 If fitted with standard cable glands 2 Additional antenna extensions of Ø39 × length 105 mm are available...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C DN80/3¨ Drop antenna versions Figure 8-13: DN80/3¨ Drop antenna versions 1 DN80/3¨ Drop antenna with G 1½ or 1½ NPT thread connection 2 DN80/3¨ Drop antenna with flange connection 3 DN80/3¨ Drop antenna with slanted flange connection (PP material option only) 4 DN80/3¨...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 6300 C DN150/6¨ Drop antenna versions (PP material option only) Figure 8-14: DN150/6¨ Drop antenna versions (PP material option only) 1 DN150/6¨ Drop antenna with flange connection 2 DN150/6¨ Drop antenna with thread connection 3 DN150/6¨ Drop antenna with slanted flange connection 4 DN150/6¨...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 6300 C 9.1 General description ® The HART Protocol is an open digital communication protocol for industry. It is free to use by anyone. It is included in the software embedded in signal converters of HART-compatible devices.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 6300 C ® 9.4 HART device variables Code Type ® HART device variable level linear distance linear level conversion linear level mass linear reflection linear distance conversion linear distance mass linear The HART® dynamic variables PV (Primary Variable), SV (Secondary Variable), TV (Third Variable) and 4V (Fourth Variable) can be assigned to any of the device variables.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 6300 C HART ® menu tree for Basic-DD on page 102. For more data, refer to 9.6 Asset Management Solutions (AMS) The Asset Management Solutions Device Manager (AMS) is a PC program from Emerson ®...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 6300 C ® 9.8 HART menu tree for Basic-DD Abbreviations of the following tables: • Optional, depending on device version and configuration • Read only 9.8.1 Overview Basic-DD menu tree (positions in menu tree) 1 Process Variables...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 6300 C ® 9.9 HART menu tree for AMS Abbreviations of the following tables: • Optional, depending on device version and configuration • Read only 9.9.1 Overview AMS menu tree (positions in menu tree) Configure/Setup...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 6300 C Device Order Number / Version Number / Ex Approval / Service Number Field Software Version Main CPU Version / Comp. CPU Version / DSP Version Device Diagnostics Overview (General) Primary variable out of limits...
APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C 10.1 Order code Make a selection from each column to get the full order code. The characters of the order code highlighted in light grey describe the standard. VF63 4 OPTIFLEX 6300 C 24 GHz Non-contact Radar (FMCW) level meter for solids...
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Antenna extension Antenna extension Antenna extension Antenna extension Without Extension 105 mm (4.13¨) Extension 210 mm (8.27¨) Extension 315 mm (12.40¨) Extension 420 mm (16.54¨) Extension 525 mm (20.67¨) Extension 630 mm (24.80¨) Extension 735 mm (28.94¨) Extension 840 mm (33.07¨)
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Process connection ASME Process connection ASME Process connection ASME Process connection ASME Without 1½ NPT A 3¨ 150 lb RF ASME B16.5 B 3¨ 300 lb RF ASME B16.5 C 4¨ 150 lb RF ASME B16.5 D 4¨...
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Version Version Version Version KROHNE (RAL 9006 / RAL 5005) KROHNE KAI (FCC 2 GHz) KROHNE KAI (ISM 250 MHz) Special option Special option Special option Special option Without 2° PP slanted flange Calibration certificate Calibration certificate...
APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C 10.2 List of spare parts We supply spare parts and accessories for this device. When you order a spare part or accessory, please give the reference numbers that follow: Figure 10-1: Spare parts www.krohne.com 03/2014 - 4000547004 - HB OPTIWAVE 6300 R04 en...
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Part numbers for spare parts Item Description Quantity Part reference number Complete electronic module XF6340000000040000 Screws for the combined back end and HF modules F3177360000 HMI cover and cable (alumnium housing) XF6340000000050100 HMI cover and cable (stainless steel housing)
APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C 10.3 List of accessories Figure 10-2: Accessories www.krohne.com 03/2014 - 4000547004 - HB OPTIWAVE 6300 R04 en...
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Part numbers for accessories Item Description Quantity Part reference number Plastic sun cover XF634000000000000A Pins for the plastic sun cover F3179990000 Stainless steel weather protection XF6340000000000001 Blind cover (with a gasket and screws) XF634000000000000B Gasket for the blind cover...
APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C 10.4 Glossary Dead zone Dead zone Dead zone Dead zone Non-measurement zone below the process connection. Dielectric constant Dielectric constant An electrical property of the product to be measured used in Radar Dielectric constant Dielectric constant measurement.
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Level Level Height from the bottom of the silo (user-defined) to the surface of the top Level Level product (Tank height – distance). See the diagrams at the end of this section. Mass Mass Mass Mass Total mass of silo contents.
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 6300 C Figure 10-3: Measurement definitions: distance 1 Distance 2 Dead zone 3 Flange facing 4 Gas (Air) 5 Tank height 6 Ullage volume or mass Figure 10-4: Measurement definitions: level 1 Level 2 Volume or mass www.krohne.com...
NOTES OPTIWAVE 6300 C 03/2014 - 4000547004 - HB OPTIWAVE 6300 R04 en www.krohne.com...
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