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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Radar sensor for horizontal distance measurement VEGAPULS 6X H Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART Document ID: 1066935...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting ........................35 Parameter adjustment ....................36 Set up with PC/notebook ...................... 37 Preparations (Bluetooth) ....................37 Connecting (Bluetooth) ....................37 Connect the PC (VEGACONNECT) ................38 Parameter adjustment ....................39 VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 3 13.2 Radio astronomy stations ....................60 13.3 Dimensions ........................60 13.4 Industrial property rights ....................66 13.5 Licensing information for open source software ............. 66 13.6 Trademark ........................66 Editing status: 2024-12-04 VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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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. Intended use VEGAPULS 6X H is a sensor for continuous horizontal distance 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 this document as well as pos- sible supplementary instructions. -
Page 6: Mode Of Operation - Radar Signal
Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC Part I) (Canada). A Class 2 power supply unit has to be used for the installation in the USA and Canada. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 7: Product Description
Scan the QR code on the type label. • Open the VEGA Tools app and enter the serial number under "Documentation". Principle of operation VEGAPULS 6X H is a radar sensor for continuous horizontal distance Application area measurement. Antenna systems The instrument is available with different antenna systems: Use see chapter "Mounting instructions, sealing to the process"... -
Page 8: Functional Principle
Adjustment via the signal Devices with signal output 4 … 20 mA/HART can also be operated cable via a signal cable. This is done via an interface adapter and a PC/ notebook using DTM/PACTware. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 9: Packaging, Transport And Storage
Protected against solar radiation • Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration • Storage and transport Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Technical data - temperature Ambient conditions" • Relative moisture 20 … 85 % VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 10: Accessories
VEGACONNECT The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. VEGADIS 81 The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics sensors. ® VEGADIS 82 VEGADIS 82 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HART protocol. -
Page 11: Setup - The Most Important Steps
Display and adjustment module VEGA Tools app Parameterize sensor Parameterization Enter measuring distance, adjustment and mode of operation Check measured value Indicators Output Download via Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Baidu Store VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 12: Mounting
Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to clean housings in standard types of protection. The filter element could be damaged and mois- ture could penetrate the housing. For applications with high-pressure cleaners, the device is available with the appropriate IP69 protection. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 13 Housing orientation The housing of VEGAPULS 6X H can be rotated completely by 360°. This enables optimal reading of the display and easy cable entry. For housings made of plastic or electropolished stainless steel, this is done without tools.
- Page 14 1. Screw the housing cover on tightly by hand 2. Unscrew the locking screw from the cover up to the stop using a size 4 hexagonal spanner 3. Check if the cover can no longer be turned VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 15: Mounting Preparations, Mounting Strap
Single chamber housing – Inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180° – Inclination 180° steplessly • Double chamber housing – Inclination in two steps 0° and 90° – Inclination 90° steplessly VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 16: Mounting Versions, Plastic Horn Antenna
Mounting strap - Ceiling The instrument is normally mounted vertically with a bracket on the mounting ceiling. This allows swivelling the sensor up to 180° for optimal orientation and rotating for optimal connection. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 17 5 Mounting Fig. 9: Ceiling mounting via the mounting strap with length 300 mm Mounting strap - Wall As an alternative the strap mounting is carried out horizontally or mounting obliquely. > 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 10: Wall mounting horizontally via the mounting strap with length 170 mm Fig. 11: Wall mounting with inclined wall via the mounting strap with length 300 mm VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 18: Mounting Instructions
(see chapter "Hous- ing features"). Mounting position - Dis- Mount the instrument at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from neigh- tance measurement bouring objects. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 19: Reference Plane
If you cannot maintain this distance, you should carry out a false signal suppression during setup. Reference plane The measuring range of the VEGAPULS 6X H physically begins with the antenna end. However, the min./max. adjustment begins mathematically with the reference plane, which is located differently depending on the sensor version. - Page 20 Orientation - Distance Direct the device as horizontally as possible to the medium surface to measurement achieve optimum measurement results. Fig. 19: Orientation distance measurement VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 21: Connecting To Power Supply
You have to remove these plugs before electrical connection. NPT thread: 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 VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 22: Cable Screening And Grounding
4. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip approx. 1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of the individual wires 5. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 23: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing
Fig. 21: Electronics and connection compartment - single chamber housing Voltage supply, signal output For display and adjustment module or interface adapter For external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 24: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing
Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening Wiring plan - version IP66/IP68 (1 bar) Wire assignment, con- nection cable Fig. 24: Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable 1 Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 25: Switch-On Phase
After connection to the power supply, the device carries out a self- test: • Internal check of the electronics • Output signal is set to failure The current measured value is then output on the signal cable. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 26: Set Up With The Display And Adjustment Module
The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. Fig. 25: Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compart- ment of the single chamber housing VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 27: Adjustment System
– Change measured value presentation – Select list entry – Select menu items – Select editing position • [+] key: – Change value of the parameter • [ESC] key: – Interrupt input – Jump to next higher menu VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 28: Measured Value Indication - Selection Of National Language
In this menu item you safeguard the sensor parameters against unau- thorized or unintentional modifications. Information: The is delivered without activated access protection. If necessary, the access protection can be activated and the device locked. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 29 Enter the maximum distance and the minimum distance for adjust- ment. Distance A (max. value) Proceed as follows: 1. Select with [->] the menu item Distance A (max. value) and con- firm with [OK]. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 30: Access Protection
The language is not reset, but a currently running simulation is can- celled. Reset - Factory settings: • Restoring the factory and order-specific parameter settings • Resetting a user-set measuring range to the recommended meas- uring range (see chapter "Technical data") VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 31: Extended Settings
In the menu item "Current output - Behaviour in case of failure" you in case of fault set the behaviour of the current output in case of failures as ≤ 3.6 mA or ≥ 21 mA resp. the last measured value. Display - Menu language This menu item enables the setting of the requested national lan- guage. The event and parameter change memories are maintained. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 32 The display and adjustment module has a backlight for the display. In this menu item you can switch the lighting on or off. You can find the required operating voltage in chapter "Technical data". Note: If the power supply is currently insufficient, the lighting is temporarily switched off (maintaining the device function). Date/Time In this menu item, the internal clock of the sensor is set to the desired time. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 33 Mode of operation: The mode of operation must be set in the adjustment menu at the start of setup. On VEGAPULS 6X H, the "mode of operation 3" must be adjusted. Caution: Operating the device without selecting the relevant mode constitutes a violation of the regulations of the radio approvals of the respective country or region.
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Page 34: Save Parameter Adjustment Data
If the instrument is equipped with a display, adjustment and radio In the display, adjustment or radio module module, the parameter adjustment data can be saved therein. The procedure is described in menu item "Copy device settings". VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 35: Set Up With Smartphone/Tablet
Operating system: Android 5.1 or newer • Bluetooth 4.0 LE or newer Download the VEGA Tools app from the "Apple App Store", "Goog- le Play Store" or "Baidu Store" to your smartphone or tablet. Make sure that the Bluetooth function of the display and adjustment module is activated. -
Page 36: Parameter Adjustment
The sensor adjustment menu is divided into two areas, which are arranged next to each other or one below the other, depending on the adjustment tool. • Navigation section • Menu item display Enter the requested parameters and confirm via the keyboard or the editing field. The settings are then active in the sensor. Close the app to terminate connection. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 37: Set Up With Pc/Notebook
After activating the integrated Bluetooth or the Bluetooth USB adapt- er, devices with Bluetooth are found and created in the project tree. Connecting (Bluetooth) Connecting Select the requested device for the online parameter adjustment in the project tree. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 38: Connect The Pc (Vegaconnect)
"Extended functions", "Access protection", menu item "Protection of the parameter adjustment". Connect the PC (VEGACONNECT) Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor Fig. 30: Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter USB cable to the PC Interface adapter VEGACONNECT Sensor VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 39: Parameter Adjustment
PACTware and the DTMs. 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. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 40: Set Up With Other Systems
They can then be transferred to a Field Communicator. In the HART communication, the Universal Commands and a part of the Common Practice Commands are supported. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 41: Diagnosis, Asset Management And Service
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. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 42: Asset Management Function
Maintenance required - blue Malfunction (Failure): Due to a malfunction in the instrument, a fault signal is output. This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 43: Function Check
Duration up to approx. 3 minutes depending on the version and pa- rameter settings F113 EMC interference Remove EMC influences Byte 4, Bit 4 of Byte 0 … 5 Communication error VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 44 Rectification DevSpec Text message State in CMD 48 C700 A simulation is active Finish simulation "Simulation Active" in "Standardized Simulation active Wait for the automatic end after Status 0" 60 mins. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 45: Maintenance
VEGACONNECT the echo curve of the connected sensor can be displayed under the menu item "Diagnosis". The echo curve enables a detailed assessment of the characteristics of a measurement with the VEGAPULS 6X H. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 46 Focussing range Echo curve Detection curve Distance and percentage value arrow 10 False signal suppression 11 Detected echo with initial and end point 12 Echo data of the selected echo 13 Echo curve of the setup 14 Useful echo history 15 Echo curve unfiltered VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 47: High Resolution
A high-resolution echo curve stored by the user during setup. → It can be used to detect signal changes over the operating time. High resolution The maximum number of scanning points available in the sensor is displayed. → The high-resolution display of the echo curve is necessary for a meaningful assessment of the echo curve. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 48: Adjustment Functions
Additional information Echo curve Clicking with left mouse button on echo pro- vides indication of associated echo data Detection curve False signal suppression Echo curve unfiltered Is only visible in the service login VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 49 Left mouse button Zoom Shifting the mouse sets the zoom range. Additional information Below the echo curve, the detected echoes are listed in tabular form echo data with additional information. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 50: Rectify Faults
Check, adapt if necessary ance too high Current signal greater than Sensor electronics defective Replace device or send in for repair de- 22 mA, less than 3.6 mA pending on device version VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 51: 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 52: How To Proceed If A Repair Is Necessary
Print the generated instrument return form. Clean the instrument and pack it damage-proof. Send the printed instrument return form and possibly a safety data sheet together with the device. You will find the address for the return on the generated instrument return form. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 53: 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. VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... -
Page 54: Supplement
Ʋ Flange screws, adapter flange DN 100 7 Nm (5.163 lbf ft) Flange with encapsulated antenna system Ʋ Torque According to the current standards or at least according to the specifications on the flange. Glass with Aluminium and stainless steel housing VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART... - Page 55 See load resistance under Power supply Damping (63 % of the input variable), 0 … 999 s adjustable With good reflection conditions, larger measuring ranges are also possible. The specified values correspond to the default values on delivery. Reference conditions: U = 24 V DC, ambient temperature 20 °C (68 °F) VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 56 Default values can be assigned individually. In case of deviations from reference conditions, the offset due to installation can be up to ± 4 mm. This offset can be compensated by the adjustment. Already included in the meas. deviation Determination of the temperature drift acc. to the limit point method With operating voltage U ≥ 24 V DC VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 57 Plastic horn antenna Plastic 5 g, with mounting strap: 1 g Aluminium Stainless steel Flange with encapsulated antenna system Plastic Aluminium Stainless steel Time span after a sudden distance change from 1 m to 5 m until the output signal reaches 90 % of the final value for the first time (IEC 61298-2). Valid with operating voltage U ≥ 24 V DC Outside the specified beam angle, the energy level of the radar signal is 50% (-3 dB) less. EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 58 Ʋ Standard length 5 m (16.4 ft) Ʋ Max. length 180 m (590.6 ft) Ʋ Min. bending radius (at 25 °C/77 °F) 25 mm (0.984 in) Ʋ Diameter approx. 8 mm (0.315 in) VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 59 = 24 V DC (24 V - 12 V)/0.022 A = 545 Ω Potential connections and electrical separating measures in the instrument Electronics Non-floating Reference voltage 500 V Conductive connection Between ground terminal and metallic process fitting Galvanic separation between electronics and metal housing parts VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
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Page 60: Radio Astronomy Stations
Protection rating (IEC 61010-1) 13.2 Radio astronomy stations Certain restrictions on the use of VEGAPULS 6X H outside closed vessels result from the radio license. You can find these restrictions in the accompanying document "Information sheet Radio licenses". Some of these restrictions have to do radio astronomy stations. The following table states... - Page 61 ~ 116 mm (3.43") (4.57") ø 86 mm ø 86 mm (3.39") (3.39") M16x1,5 M20x1,5/ M20x1,5 ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Fig. 36: Housing versions with protection rating IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar), (with integrated display and adjustment mod- ule the housing is 18 mm/0.71 in higher) Aluminium - single chamber Aluminium - double chamber VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 62 (4.57") (3.43") (2.32") ø 86 mm ø 86 mm ø 80 mm (3.39") (3.39") (3.15") M16x1,5 M20x1,5/ M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT ½ NPT M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Fig. 38: Housing versions with protection rating IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar), (with integrated display and adjustment mod- ule the housing is 18 mm/0.71 in higher) Stainless steel single chamber (electropolished) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Stainless steel double chamber (precision casting) VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 63 Stainless steel housing with protection rating IP66/IP68 (1 bar) ~ 105 mm ~ 150 mm (4.13") (5.91") ø 84 mm ø 84 mm (3.31") (3.31") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT Fig. 39: Housing versions with protection rating IP66/IP68 (1 bar), (with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 18 mm/0.71 in higher) Stainless steel single chamber (precision casting) Stainless steel double chamber (precision casting) VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 64 (2.95") ø 107 mm (4.21") 9 mm (0.35") ø 115 mm (4.53") 12 mm (0.47") Fig. 40: VEGAPULS 6X H, plastic horn antenna, mounting strap in 170 or 300 mm length VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 65 13 Supplement Flange with encapsulated antenna system DN 25 ø24 mm (0.94") ø67,5 mm (2.66") Fig. 41: VEGAPULS 6X H, encapsulated antenna system DN 25 PN 40 Version up to +150 °C (+302 °F) Version up to +200 °C (+392 °F) Flange with encapsulated antenna system DN 80 ø75 mm (2.95") ø138 mm (5.43")
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Page 66: 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 67 Notes VEGAPULS 6X H • Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART...
- Page 68 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2025 VEGA Grieshaber KG Am Hohenstein 113 Phone +49 7836 50-0 77761 Schiltach E-mail: info.de@vega.com...
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