Radar sensor for continuous level measurement (56 pages)
Summary of Contents for Vega VEGATOR 131
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Operating Instructions Single-channel signal conditioning instrument for point level detection with conductive sensors VEGATOR 131 Document ID: 46836...
Rectify faults ........................18 How to proceed if a repair is necessary ................19 Dismount Dismounting steps......................20 Disposal ......................... 20 Supplement Technical data ........................ 21 Dimensions ........................23 Industrial property rights ....................24 Trademark ........................24 VEGATOR 131 •...
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Contents Supplementary documentation Information: Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come with the delivery. You can find them listed in chapter "Product descrip- tion". Editing status: 2016-10-12 VEGATOR 131 •...
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence. → Action This arrow indicates a single action. Sequence of actions Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure. Battery disposal This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat- teries and accumulators. VEGATOR 131 •...
During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGATOR 131 is a universal signal conditioning instrument for con- nection of conductive sensors. 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.
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" VEGATOR 131 •...
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone: • Download the smartphone app "VEGA Tools" from the "Apple App Store" or the "Google Play Store" • Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or •...
Not exposed to corrosive media • Protected against solar radiation • Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration • Storage and transport Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement - temperature Technical data - Ambient conditions" • Relative humidity 20 … 85 % VEGATOR 131 •...
4 Mounting Mounting Mounting instructions VEGATOR 131 is designed for carrier rail mounting (top hat rail 35 x 7.5 according to DIN EN 50022/60715). Due to its protection rating of IP 20, the instrument is suitable for mounting in switching cabinets. It can be mounted horizontally and vertically.
Detailed information about the power supply can be found in chapter "Technical data". Select connection cable The voltage supply of VEGATOR 131 is connected with standard cable according to the national installation standards. The sensors are connected with standard two-wire cable without screen.
EL MA/SL 1 2 3 OPEN 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Fig. 1: Wiring plan VEGATOR 131 Sensor circuit (terminal 1 + 2) and Master/Slave connection (terminal 3) Relay output Fail safe relay (optional) Voltage supply Sensor When using a single-rod electrode, terminal 1 is connected to the metallic vessel and terminal 2 to the electrode.
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5 Connecting to power supply Information: The connection terminals can be detached towards the front, if necessary. This can be useful when working in tight spaces or when exchanging an instrument. VEGATOR 131 •...
– Operating control lamp – Mains voltage on, instrument is operating • – Fault indicator – Fault on the sensor circuit due to sensor failure or line break – The relay deenergises in case of failure • Yellow VEGATOR 131 •...
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DIL switch block The DIL switch block is located behind the front cover. The individual switches are assigned as follows: Fig. 3: DIL switch VEGATOR 131 Mode (min./max. adjustment) 2 Line monitoring Off/On Switch-on delay 2 seconds Switch-on delay 6 seconds...
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Master/Slave switchover If several instruments are to be connected to the same electrodes, then all VEGATOR 131 must be connected together via terminal 3. One instrument must be configured as Master, all others as Slave. Through synchronization of the measurement voltages, faulty switch- ing due to crossover of measuring currents is avoided.
6 Setup A second relay can be ordered as an option for VEGATOR 131. The Function relay 2 (op- tional) function of this relay is determined via this switch. It can be configured as fail safe-relay or as second level relay. Proof test Note: When handling environmentally hazardous substances, danger to the environment and to persons must be avoided. After setup, the proper functioning of the instrument must be ensured by means of the proof test described below.
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6 Setup Dry run protection, point level (min.) Sensor Signal conditioning instrument Level Electrode LED yel- LED red Relay Fail safe (fault) relay (op- (output) tional) covered uncovered VEGATOR 131 •...
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 manned 7 days a week round-the-clock. Since we offer this service worldwide, the support is only available in the English language. The service is free, only standard call charges are incurred.
7 Maintenance and fault rectification Reason Removal • Welded contacts - for Exchange VEGATOR 131. If necessary, integrate example after a short- a fuse into the contact circuit circuit Switching function wrong Reason Removal • Wrong operating mode Set the correct mode on the DIL switch block (min./max.
WEEE directive. Correct disposal avoids negative effects on humans and the environ- ment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials. Materials: see chapter "Technical data" If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGATOR 131 •...
24 … 65 V DC (-15 %, +10 %) Max. power consumption 2 W (8 VA) Sensor input Quantity 1 x for connection of a conductive electrode Input type Active (sensor power supply by VEGATOR 131) Measured value transmission Alternating voltage Response resistor 500 Ω … 200 kΩ, adjustable Hysteresis 100 Ω … 100 kΩ...
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For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments have to be carefully noted. They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "Instrument search" as well as in the general download area.
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.
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