Endress+Hauser Liquiphant FTL62 Technical specifications

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Brief Operating Instructions
Liquiphant FTL62
Vibronic
Point level switch with highly corrosion-resistant
coating for liquids
These Instructions are Brief Operating Instructions; they are
not a substitute for the Operating Instructions pertaining to
the device.
Detailed information about the device can be found in the
Operating Instructions and the other documentation:
Available for all device versions via:
• Internet: www.endress.com/deviceviewer
• Smart phone/tablet: Endress+Hauser Operations App
KA01479F/00/EN/02.22-00
71566287
2022-04-05

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1 Associated documentation
Order code:
Ext. ord. cd.:
Ser. no.:
www.endress.com/deviceviewer Endress+Hauser
Operations App
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XXXXX-XXXXXX
XXX.XXXX.XX
Serial number
1.
3.
2.
A0023555
2 About this document
2.1 Symbols
2.1.1 Safety symbols
DANGER
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in
serious or fatal injury.
WARNING

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This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in
serious or fatal injury.
CAUTION
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in
minor or medium injury.
NOTICE
This symbol contains information on procedures and other facts which do not result in
personal injury.
2.1.2 Electrical symbols
Ground connection
Grounded clamp, which is grounded via a grounding system.
Protective earth (PE)
Ground terminals, which must be grounded prior to establishing any other connections. The
ground terminals are located on the inside and outside of the device.
2.1.3 Tool symbols
Flat-blade screwdriver
Allen key
Open-ended wrench
2.1.4 Symbols for certain types of information
Permitted
Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted.
Forbidden
Procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden.
Tip
Indicates additional information
Reference to documentation
A
Reference to another section
1.
,
2.
,
3.
Series of steps
2.1.5 Symbols in graphics
A, B, C ... View
1, 2, 3 ... Item numbers
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Hazardous area
.
Safe area (non-hazardous area)

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3 Basic safety instructions
3.1 Requirements for the personnel
The personnel must fulfill the following requirements to carry out the necessary tasks, e. g.,
commissioning and maintenance:
‣Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for the specific function
and task
‣Are authorized by the plant owner/operator
‣Are familiar with federal/national regulations
‣Must have read and understood the instructions in the manual and supplementary
documentation
‣Follow instructions and comply with conditions
3.2 Intended use
• Only use the device for liquids
• Improper use can pose hazards
• Ensure that the measuring device is free of defects while it is in operation
• Use the device only for media to which the wetted materials have an adequate level of
resistance
• Do not exceed or drop below the relevant limit values for the device
For more details, see the Technical Documentation
3.2.1 Incorrect use
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-intended use.
Residual risks
Due to heat transfer from the process, the temperature of the electronics housing and the
assemblies contained therein may rise to 80 °C (176 °F) during operation.
Danger of burns from contact with surfaces!
‣If necessary, ensure protection against contact to prevent burns.
For requirements concerning functional safety in accordance with IEC 61508, the associated
SIL documentation must be observed.
3.3 Workplace safety
For work on and with the device:
‣Wear the required personal protective equipment according to federal/national
regulations.
3.4 Operational safety
Risk of injury!
‣Operate the device only if it is in proper technical condition, free from errors and faults.
‣The operator is responsible for ensuring the interference-free operation of the device.

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Modifications to the device
Unauthorized modifications to the device are not permitted and can lead to unforeseeable
dangers.
‣If, despite this, modifications are required, consult with Endress+Hauser.
Repair
To ensure continued operational safety and reliability:
‣Only perform repair work on the device if this is expressly permitted.
‣Observe federal/national regulations pertaining to the repair of an electrical device.
‣Use original spare parts and accessories from Endress+Hauser only.
Hazardous area
To eliminate danger to persons or the facility when the device is used in the hazardous area
(e.g. explosion protection):
‣Check the nameplate to verify whether the ordered device can be used for the intended
purpose in the hazardous area.
‣Observe the specifications in the separate supplementary documentation that is an integral
part of this manual.
3.5 Product safety
This device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice to meet state-of-the-art
safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory in a condition in which it is safe to
operate.
It meets the general safety standards and legal requirements. It also complies with the EU
directives listed in the device-specific EU Declaration of Conformity. Endress+Hauser confirms
this by affixing the CE mark to the device.
4 Incoming acceptance and product identification
4.1 Incoming acceptance
Check the following during incoming acceptance:
 Are the order codes on the delivery note and the product sticker identical?
 Are the goods undamaged?
 Do the data on the nameplate match the ordering information on the delivery note?
 If required (see nameplate): are the Safety Instructions e.g. XA provided?
If one of these conditions is not met, please contact the manufacturer's sales office.

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4.2 Product identification
The following options are available for the identification of the device:
• Nameplate specifications
• Extended order code with breakdown of the device features on the delivery note
• Enter serial number from nameplates in W@M Device Viewer
www.endress.com/deviceviewer. All of the information on the measuring device is
displayed along with an overview of the scope of technical documentation provided.
• Enter the serial number on the nameplate into the Endress+Hauser Operations app or scan
the 2-D matrix code on the nameplate with the Endress+Hauser Operations app
4.2.1 Electronic insert
Identify the electronic insert via the order code on the nameplate.
4.2.2 Nameplate
The information that is required by law and is relevant to the device is shown on the
nameplate.
4.3 Storage and transport
4.3.1 Storage conditions
Use original packaging.
Storage temperature
–40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F)
Optional: –50 °C (–58 °F), –60 °C (–76 °F)
4.3.2 Transporting the device
NOTICE
Flange, pipe extension and tuning fork are either plastic-coated or enamel-coated.
Scratches or impacts may cause damage to the coated surface of the device.
‣Hold the device only by the housing, flange or extension pipe, protect coated surface
appropriately.
‣Transport the device to the measuring point in the original packaging.
Do not bend, shorten or extend the tuning fork.
5 Mounting
LWARNING
Loss of protection rating if the device is opened in a wet environment.
‣Only open the device in a dry environment!

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Mounting instructions
• Any orientation for device with short pipe up to approx. 500 mm (19.7 in)
• Vertical orientation from above for device with long pipe
• Minimum distance between the fork tip and the tank wall or pipe wall: 10 mm (0.39 in)
1
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 1 Installation examples for a vessel, tank or pipe
1 Vessel insulation (example with temperature spacer/pressure-tight feedthrough)
If process temperatures are high, the device should be included in a vessel insulation system to prevent
the electronics from heating as a result of thermal radiation or convection.
5.1 Mounting requirements
NOTICE
Scratches or impacts damage the coated surface of the device.
‣Ensure the device is handled properly and professionally during all mounting work.
In the case of sensors with an ECTFE or PFA coating, a PTFE seal is fixed on the flange.
5.1.1 Take switch point into consideration
The following are typical switch points, depending on the orientation of the point level switch
and coating.
Water +23 °C (+73 °F)
Minimum distance between the fork tip and the tank wall or pipe wall: 10 mm (0.39 in)

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Plastic-coated tuning fork
~13 (0.5)
D
A
~12.5 (0.49)
C
D
~6 (0.24)
B
D
A0042269
 2 Typical switch points, plastic-coated tuning fork. Unit of measurement mm (in)
A Installation from above
B Installation from below
C Installation from the side
D Switch point
Enamel-coated tuning fork
~17 (0.67)
D
A
~14 (0.55)
C
D
D
~5 (0.2)
B
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 3 Typical switch points, enamel-coated tuning fork. Unit of measurement mm (in)
A Installation from above
B Installation from below
C Installation from the side
D Switch point
5.1.2 Take viscosity into consideration
Viscosity values
• Low viscosity : < 2 000 mPa⋅s
• High viscosity: > 2 000 to 10 000 mPa⋅s

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Low viscosity
It is permitted to position the tuning fork within the installation socket.
> 25 (0.98)
> !50 (1.97)
A0033297
 4 Installation example for low-viscosity liquids. Unit of measurement mm (in)
High viscosity
NOTICE
Highly viscous liquids may cause switching delays.
‣Make sure that the liquid can run off the tuning fork easily.
‣Deburr the socket surface.
The tuning fork must be located outside the installation socket!
> 40 (1.57)
A0037348
 5 Installation example for a highly viscous liquid. Unit of measurement mm (in)

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5.1.3 Avoid buildup
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 6 Installation examples for a highly viscous process medium
5.1.4 Take clearance into consideration
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 7 Take clearance outside the tank into consideration

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5.1.5 Support the device
NOTICE
If the device is supported incorrectly, shocks and vibrations can damage the coated
surface.
‣Only use a support in conjunction with ECTFE or PFA plastic coating.
‣Only use suitable supports.
Support the device in the event of severe dynamic load. Maximum lateral loading capacity of
the pipe extensions and sensors: 75 Nm (55 lbf ft).
A0031874
 8 Examples of support in the event of dynamic load
5.2 Mounting the device
5.2.1 Required tool
• Open-ended wrench for securing the flange
• Allen key for housing locking screw

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5.2.2 Aligning the tuning fork using the marking
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 9 Markings to align the tuning fork
5.2.3 Installing in pipes
• Flow velocity up to 5 m/s with a viscosity of 1 mPa⋅s and density of 1 g/cm3 (SGU).
Check for correct functioning in the event of other process medium conditions.
• The flow will not be significantly impeded if the tuning fork is correctly aligned and the
marking is pointing in the direction of flow.
• The marking is visible when installed.
A0042208
 10 Installation in pipes (take fork position and marking into consideration)

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5.2.4 Aligning the cable entry
1. 3.
43.5 Nm
2.
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 11 Housing with external locking screw and drip loop
The locking screw is not tightened when the device is delivered.
1. Loosen the external locking screw (maximum 1.5 turns).
2. Turn the housing, align the cable entry.
 Avoid moisture in the housing, provide a loop to allow moisture to drain off.
3. Tighten the external locking screw.
6 Electrical connection
6.1 Required tool
• Screwdriver for electrical connection
• Allen key for screw of cover lock
6.2 Connecting requirements
6.2.1 Cover with securing screw
In the case of devices for use in the hazardous area with a certain type of protection, the cover
is sealed by a securing screw.
NOTICE
If the securing screw is not positioned correctly, the cover cannot provide secure sealing.
‣Open the cover: slacken the screw of the cover lock with a maximum of 2 turns so that the
screw does not fall out. Fit the cover and check the cover seal.
‣Close the cover: screw the cover securely onto the housing, making sure that the securing
screw is positioned correctly. There should not be any gap between the cover and housing.

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2 x 0.7 Nm
4
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 12 Cover with securing screw
6.2.2 Connecting protective earth (PE)
The protective earth conductor at the device must only be connected if the device's operating
voltage is ≥ 35 VDC or ≥ 16 VACeff.
When the device is used in hazardous areas, it must always be included in the potential
equalization of the system, irrespective of the operating voltage.
The plastic housing is available with or without an external protective earth connection
(PE). If the operating voltage of the electronic insert is < 35 V, the plastic housing has no
external protective earth connection.
6.3 Connecting the device
Housing thread
The thread of the electronics and connection compartment is coated with lubricant
varnish.
Avoid additional lubrication.
6.3.1 2-wire AC (electronic insert FEL61)
• Two-wire AC version
• Switches the load directly into the power supply circuit via an electronic switch; always
connect in series with a load
• Functional testing without level change
A functional test can be performed on the device using the test button on the electronic
insert.
Supply voltage
U = 19 to 253 VAC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Residual voltage when switched through: typically 12 V
Observe the following as per IEC/EN61010-1: Provide a suitable circuit breaker for the
device, and limit the current to 1 A, e.g. by installing a 1 A fuse (slow-blow) in the phase
(not the neutral conductor) of the supply circuit.
Power consumption
S ≤ 2 VA

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Current consumption
Residual current when blocked: I ≤ 3.8 mA
The red LED flashes in the event of an overload or short-circuit. Check for an overload or
short-circuit every 5 s. The test is deactivated after 60 s.
Connectable load
• Load with a minimum holding power/rated power of 2.5 VA at 253 V (10 mA) or 0.5 VA at
24 V (20 mA)
• Load with a maximum holding power/rated power of 89 VA at 253 V (350 mA) or 8.4 VA
at 24 V (350 mA)
• With overload and short-circuit protection
Behavior of output signal
• OK status: load on (switched through)
• Demand mode: load off (blocked)
• Alarm: load off (blocked)
Terminal assignment
Always connect an external load. The electronic insert has integrated short-circuit protection.
!
>0,5
COM
NL1
1
2
MIN
MAX >0,7
U 19...253 V AC
I max: 350 mA
~
~
1 A
L1 NPE
K
1 2
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 13 2-wire AC, electronic insert FEL61

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Behavior of switch output and signaling
MAX
RD YE GN
MIN
K
K
K
K
K
(N)
(N)
(N)
(N)
(N)
IL
IL
<3.8 mA
<3.8 mA
<3.8 mA
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
L1
L1
L1
L1
L1
ΔU
ΔU
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 14 Behavior of switch output and signaling, electronic insert FEL61
MAXDIP switch for setting MAX safety mode
MIN DIP switch for setting MIN safety mode
RD Red LED for warning or alarm
YE Yellow LED, switch status
GN Green LED, operational status, device on
ILLoad current switched through

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Selection tool for relays
3.0
1.5
1.3
20 24 27 43 48 53 60 110 121 207 230 253
S
U
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 15 Recommended minimum holding power/rated power for load
S Holding power/rated power in [VA]
U Operating voltage in [V]
AC mode
• Operating voltage: 24 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
• Holding power/rated power: > 0.5 VA, < 8.4 VA
• Operating voltage: 110 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
• Holding power/rated power: > 1.1 VA, < 38.5 VA
• Operating voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
• Holding power/rated power: > 2.3 VA, < 80.5 VA
6.3.2 3-wire DC-PNP (electronic insert FEL62)
• Three-wire DC version
• Preferably in conjunction with programmable logic controllers (PLC), DI modules as per
EN 61131-2. Positive signal at switch output of electronics module (PNP)
• Functional testing without level change
A functional test can be performed on the device using the test button on the electronic
insert or using the test magnet (can be ordered as an option) with the housing closed.

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Supply voltage
LWARNING
Failure to use the prescribed power unit.
Risk of potentially life-threatening electric shock!
‣The FEL62 may only be powered by devices with safe galvanic isolation, as per
IEC 61010-1.
U = 10 to 55 VDC
Comply with the following according to IEC/EN61010-1: provide a suitable circuit
breaker for the device and limit the current to 500 mA, e.g. by installing a 0.5 A fuse
(slow-blow) in the power supply circuit.
Power consumption
P ≤ 0.5 W
Current consumption
I ≤ 10 mA (without load)
The red LED flashes in the event of an overload or short-circuit. Check for an overload or
short-circuit every 5 s.
Load current
I ≤ 350 mA with overload and short-circuit protection
Capacitance load
C ≤ 0.5 µF at 55 V, C ≤ 1.0 µF at 24 V
Residual current
I < 100 µA (for blocked transistor)
Residual voltage
U < 3 V (for switched through transistor)
Behavior of output signal
• OK status: switched through
• Demand mode: blocked
• Alarm: blocked

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Terminal assignment
!
U = 10...55 V DC
I max: 350 mA
1
3
L-L+
COM
MIN
MAX >0,7
>0,5
1
3
0.5 A
L+ L-
I 350 mA
U 55 V
max
max
K
K
IL
PE
4
3
1
2
1
3
4
M12
1 2 3
B
A
L+ L-
K
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 16 3-wire DC-PNP, electronic insert FEL62
A Connection wiring with terminals
B Connection wiring with M12 plug in housing as per EN61131-2 standard

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Behavior of switch output and signaling
MAX
RD YE GN
MIN
K
K
K
(L–)
(L–)
(L–)
IL
<100 µA
IL
3
3
3
1
1
1
L+
L+
L+
ΔU
ΔU
K
(L–)
<100 µA 3
1
L+
(L–)
<100 µA 3
1
L+
K
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 17 Behavior of switch output and signaling, electronic insert FEL62
MAXDIP switch for setting MAX safety mode
MIN DIP switch for setting MIN safety mode
RD LED red for warning or alarm
YE LED yellow, switch status
GN LED green, operational status, device on
ILLoad current switched through
6.3.3 Universal current connection with relay output (electronic insert FEL64)
• Switches the loads via 2 potential-free change-over contacts
• 2 galvanically isolated change-over contacts (DPDT), both change-over contacts switch
simultaneously
• Functional testing without level change. A functional test can be performed on the device
using the test button on the electronic insert or using the test magnet (can be ordered as an
option) with the housing closed.
LWARNING
An error at the electronic insert can cause the permitted temperature for touch-safe
surfaces to be exceeded. This presents a risk of burns.
‣Do not touch the electronics in the event of an error!