Vega VEGABAR 39 User manual

Operating Instructions
Pressure sensor with metallic measuring
cell
VEGABAR 39
Three-wire 1 x transistor or 4 … 20 mA
Document ID: 57536

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Contents
VEGABAR 39 • Three-wire 1 x transistor or 4 … 20 mA
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Contents
1 About this document ............................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Function ........................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Target group ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Symbols used................................................................................................................... 4
2 For your safety ......................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Authorised personnel ....................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Appropriate use................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Warning about incorrect use............................................................................................. 5
2.4 General safety instructions............................................................................................... 5
2.5 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada ........................................................... 5
3 Product description ................................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... 11
3.4 Packaging, transport and storage................................................................................... 12
3.5 Accessories.................................................................................................................... 13
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................. 14
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Process pressure measurement..................................................................................... 16
4.3 Level measurement........................................................................................................ 18
5 Connecting to power supply................................................................................................. 19
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 19
5.2 Connection procedure.................................................................................................... 19
5.3 Wiring plan ..................................................................................................................... 22
5.4 Switch-on phase............................................................................................................. 23
6 Access protection.................................................................................................................. 24
6.1 Bluetooth radio interface ................................................................................................ 24
6.2 Protection of the parameterization.................................................................................. 24
6.3 Storing the codes in myVEGA........................................................................................ 25
7 Set up with the integrated display and adjustment unit .................................................... 26
7.1 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 26
7.2 Measured value and menu image display ...................................................................... 27
7.3 Menu overview ............................................................................................................... 28
7.4 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 29
8 Setup with smartphone/tablet (Bluetooth).......................................................................... 40
8.1 Preparations................................................................................................................... 40
8.2 Connecting..................................................................................................................... 40
8.3 Sensor parameter adjustment........................................................................................ 41
9 Setup with PC/notebook (Bluetooth)................................................................................... 42
9.1 Preparations................................................................................................................... 42
9.2 Connecting..................................................................................................................... 42
9.3 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 43
10 Diagnostics and servicing .................................................................................................... 45
10.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 45

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10.2 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 45
10.3 Diagnosis, fault messages ............................................................................................. 46
10.4 Status messages according to NE 107 .......................................................................... 46
10.5 Software update ............................................................................................................. 48
10.6 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 49
11 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 50
11.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 50
11.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 50
12 Certicatesandapprovals.................................................................................................... 51
12.1 Radio licenses................................................................................................................ 51
12.2 Approvals for Ex areas ................................................................................................... 51
12.3 Approvalsasoverllprotection....................................................................................... 51
12.4 Foodandpharmaceuticalcerticates............................................................................. 51
12.5 EU conformity................................................................................................................. 51
12.6 NAMUR recommendations ............................................................................................ 51
12.7 Environment management system ................................................................................. 52
13 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 53
13.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 53
13.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 61
13.3 Industrial property rights................................................................................................. 66
13.4 Licensing information for open source software ............................................................. 66
13.5 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 66
Safety instructions for Ex areas
TakenoteoftheExspecicsafetyinstructionsforExapplications.
These instructions are attached as documents to each instrument
with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions.
Editing status: 2020-08-31

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1 About this document
VEGABAR 39 • Three-wire 1 x transistor or 4 … 20 mA
57536-EN-200831
1 About this document
1.1 Function
This instruction provides all the information you need for mounting,
connection and setup as well as important instructions for mainte-
nance,faultrectication,theexchangeofpartsandthesafetyofthe
user. Please read this information before putting the instrument into
operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity
of the device.
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained personnel.
Thecontentsofthismanualmustbemadeavailabletothequalied
personnel and implemented.
1.3 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.
Note: This symbol indicates notes to prevent failures, malfunctions,
damage to devices or plants.
Caution: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
may result in personal injury.
Warning: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
may result in serious or fatal personal injury.
Danger: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
results in serious or fatal personal injury.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
• List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
1 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.

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2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this documentation must be carried out
onlybytrained,qualiedpersonnelauthorisedbytheplantoperator.
During work on and with the device, the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
2.2 Appropriate use
The VEGABAR 39 is a pressure transmitter for process pressure and
hydrostatic level measurement.
Youcannd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specicationsintheoperatinginstructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
2.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of this product can give rise to applica-
tion-specichazards,e.g.vesseloverllthroughincorrectmounting
or adjustment. Damage to property and persons or environmental
contamination can result. Also, the protective characteristics of the
instrument can be impaired.
2.4 General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and directives.The instrument must only be operated in a
technicallyawlessandreliablecondition.Theoperatorisresponsi-
ble for the trouble-free operation of the instrument.When measuring
aggressive or corrosive media that can cause a dangerous situation
if the instrument malfunctions, the operator has to implement suitable
measures to make sure the instrument is functioning properly.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the na-
tional installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and
accident prevention rules must be observed by the user.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbi-
traryconversionsormodicationsareexplicitlyforbidden.Forsafety
reasons,onlytheaccessoryspeciedbythemanufacturermustbe
used.
To avoid any danger, the safety approval markings and safety tips on
the device must also be observed.
2.5 Installation and operation in the USA and
Canada
This information is only valid for USA and Canada. Hence the follow-
ing text is only available in the English language.

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Installations in the US shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).
Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the Canadian Electrical Code.

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3 Product description
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3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• VEGABAR 39 pressure transmitter
• Information sheet " Documents and software" with:
– Instrument serial number
– QR code with link for direct scanning
• Information sheet " PINs and Codes" (with Bluetooth versions)
with:
– Bluetooth access code
• Information sheet " Access protection" with:
– Bluetooth access code
– Emergency Bluetooth unlock code
– Emergency device code
– IdentierforLoRaWANnetwork
Note:
Optional instrument features are also described in this operating
instructions manual.The respective scope of delivery results from the
orderspecication.
This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument
versions:
• Hardware version from 1.0.0
• Software version from 1.2.0
Scope of delivery
Scope of this operating
instructions

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Fig. 1: Components of VEGABAR 39
1 Processtting
2 Electronics housing
3 Ventilation/pressure compensation
4 Plug connector
5 LED illuminated ring
6 Display/adjustment unit
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument.
Constituent parts
Type label

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0044
4...20mA or PNP/NPN 250mA
12V...35V , 1W
VEGABAR 3.
s/n 12345678
IP65, TYPE 4X
MWP 23bar (2300kPa)
0...1bar (0...100kPa) abs
316L
2019
www.vega.com
D-77761 SCHILTACH,
Made in Germany
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1
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12
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123456
Fig. 2: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Sensor type and serial number
2 Field for approvals
3 Technical data
4 Assignment
5 Bluetooth access code
6 QR code for device documentation
Move to " www.vega.com"andenterinthesearcheldtheserial
number of your instrument.
Thereyoucanndthefollowinginformationabouttheinstrument:
• Order data
• Documentation
• Software
Alternatively,youcanndallviayoursmartphone:
• Scan the QR-code on the type label of the device or
• Enter serial number manually in the VEGA Tools app (available
free of charge in the respective stores)
3.2 Principle of operation
VEGABAR 39 is suitable for applications in virtually all industries. It is
used for the measurement of the following pressure types.
• Gauge pressure
• Absolute pressure
• Vacuum
Measured products are gases, vapours and liquids.
The device is especially suitable for applications with higher tempera-
tures and high pressures.
The VEGABAR 39 is suitable for the measurement of the following
process variables:
Documents and software
Application area
Measured products
Measured variables

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• Process pressure
• Level
Fig. 3: Process pressure measurement VEGABAR 39
The process pressure acts on the sensor element via the process dia-
phragm.The process pressure causes a resistance change which is
converted into a corresponding output signal and output as measured
value.
Piezoresistive sensor element
Measuring ranges up to 100 bar: piezoresistive sensor element with
internal transmission liquid is used.
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3 4
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Fig.4:Congurationofthemeasuringsystemwithpiezoresistivesensorele-
ment
1 Sensor element
2 Base element
3 Transmission liquid
4 Process diaphragm
Strain gauge (DMS) sensor element
For measuring ranges above 250 bar, a strain gauge (DMS) sensor
element (dry system) is used.
Measuring system

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2
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Fig.5:Congurationofthemeasuringsystemwithstraingauge(DMS)sensor
element
1 Sensor element
2 Process diaphragm
3 Pressure cylinder
Relative pressure: the measuring cell is open to the atmosphere.
The ambient pressure is detected in the measuring cell and compen-
sated.Itthushasnoinuenceonthemeasuredvalue.
Absolute pressure: the measuring cell contains vacuum and is
encapsulated.The ambient pressure is not compensated and does
henceinuencethemeasuredvalue.
The measuring system is completely welded and thus sealed against
the process.
Theprocessttingissealedagainsttheprocessbyasuitableseal.It
mustbeprovidedbythecustomer,dependingontheprocesstting
also included in the scope of delivery, see chapter "Technical data",
"Materialsandweights".
3.3 Adjustment
The integrated display and adjustment unit is used for on-site adjust-
ment of VEGABAR 39.
Note:
The housing with display and adjustment unit can be rotated 330° for
optimum readability and operability without tools.
Devices with integrated Bluetooth module can be adjusted wirelessly
via standard adjustment tools:
• Smartphone/tablet (iOS or Android operating system)
• PC/notebook (Windows operating system)
Pressure types
Seal concept
Local adjustment
Wireless adjustment

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Fig. 6: Wireless connection to standard operating devices with integrated
Bluetooth LE
1 Sensor
2 Smartphone/Tablet
3 PC/Notebook
3.4 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
based on ISO 4180.
The packaging consists of environment-friendly, recyclable card-
board. For special versions, PE foam or PE foil is also used. Dispose
of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or con-
cealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
• Not in the open
• Dry and dust free
• Not exposed to corrosive media
• Protected against solar radiation
• Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
• Storage and transport temperature see chapter " Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature

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• Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
3.5 Accessories
The instructions for the listed accessories can be found in the down-
load area on our homepage.
Welded sockets are used to connect the devices to the process.
Threaded adapters enable simple adaptation of devices with stand-
ardthreadedttings,e.g.toprocess-sidehygieneconnections.
The suitable mounting accessories for VEGABAR 39 includes si-
phons, blocking valves and measuring instrument holders.
Welded sockets and
adapters
Mounting accessories

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4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
The instrument is suitable for standard and extended ambient condi-
tions acc. to DIN/EN/IEC/ANSI/ISA/UL/CSA 61010-1. It can be used
indoors as well as outdoors.
Note:
For safety reasons, the instrument must only be operated within the
permissibleprocessconditions.Youcannddetailedinformationon
the process conditions in chapter " Technical data" of the operating
instructions or on the type label.
Hence make sure before mounting that all parts of the instrument ex-
posed to the process are suitable for the existing process conditions.
These are mainly:
• Active measuring component
• Processtting
• Process seal
Process conditions in particular are:
• Process pressure
• Process temperature
• Chemical properties of the medium
• Abrasionandmechanicalinuences
Thepermissibleprocesspressurerangeisspeciedby"MWP"(Maxi-
mum Working Pressure) on the type label, see chapter "Structure".
The MWP takes the element of the measuring cell and processing
ttingcombinationwiththeweakestpressureintoconsiderationand
mayappliedpermanently.Thespecicationreferstoareference
temperature of +20 °C (+68 °F). It also applies when a measuring cell
with a higher measuring range than the permissible pressure range of
theprocessttingisinstalledorder-related.
In order to prevent damage to the device, a test pressure may only
exceedthespeciedMWPbrieyby1.5timesatreferencetempera-
ture.Thepressurestageoftheprocessttingaswellastheoverload
resistance of the measuring cell are taken into consideration here
(see chapter "Technical Data").
Inaddition,atemperaturederatingoftheprocesstting,e.g.with
anges,canlimitthepermissibleprocesspressurerangeaccording
to the respective standard.
Protect your instrument against moisture ingress through the following
measures:
• Use a suitable connection cable (see chapter "Connecting to
power supply")
• Tighten the cable gland or plug connector
• When mounting horizontally, rotate the housing so that the cable
gland or plug connector point downward
Ambient conditions
Process conditions
Permissible process
pressure (MWP) - Device
Protection against mois-
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• Lead the connection cable downward in front of the cable entry or
plug connector
This applies mainly to outdoor installations, in areas where high
humidity is expected (e.g. through cleaning processes) and on cooled
or heated vessels.
Makesurethatthedegreeofcontaminationspeciedinchapter
"Technical data" meets the existing ambient conditions.
Ventilation and pressure compensation for VEGABAR 39 are provided
byanair-permeable,moisture-blockinglterelement.
Note:
Incaseofhorizontalmounting,turnthehousingsothatthelterele-
ment points downward after the instrument is installed.This provides
better protection against buildup.
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Fig.7:Positionofthelterelement
1 Filter element
Foreectiveventilation,thelterelementmustalwaysbefreeof
buildup.
Deviceswiththreadedttingarescrewedintotheprocessttingwith
a suitable wrench via the hexagon.
See chapter "Dimensions" for wrench size.
Warning:
The housing or the electrical connection may not be used for screw-
ing in! Depending on the device version, tightening can cause dam-
age, e. g. to the rotation mechanism of the housing.
The permissible process pressure range is stated on the type label.
The instrument should only be operated with these pressures if the
mountingaccessoryusedalsofullsthesevalues.Thisshouldbeen-
suredbysuitableanges,weldedsockets,tensionringswithClamp
connections, sealings, etc.
Higher process temperatures often mean also higher ambient
temperatures. Make sure that the upper temperature limits stated in
chapter "Technical data" for the environment of the electronics hous-
ing and connection cable are not exceeded.
Ventilation and pressure
compensation
Screwing in
Permissible process
pressure (MWP) - Mount-
ing accessory
Temperature limits

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2
Fig. 8: Temperature ranges
1 Process temperature
2 Ambient temperature
4.2 Process pressure measurement
Keep the following in mind when setting up the measuring system:
• Mount the instrument above the measuring point
Possiblecondensationcanthendrainointotheprocessline.
1
2
3
Fig.9:Measurementsetupforprocesspressuremeasurementofgasesin
pipelines
1 VEGABAR 39
2 Blocking valve
3 Pipeline
Keep the following in mind when setting up the measuring system:
• Connect via a siphon
In gases
In vapours

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4
3
2
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2
3
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Fig.10:Measurementsetupforprocesspressuremeasurementofgasesin
pipelines
1 VEGABAR 39
2 Blocking valve
3 Siphon in U or circular form
4 Pipeline
A protective accumulation of water is formed through condensation
in the pipe bends. Even in applications with hot steam, a medium
temperature < 100 °C on the transmitter is ensured.
Keep the following in mind when setting up the measuring system:
• Mount the instrument below the measuring point
Theeectivepressurelineisalwayslledwithliquidandgasbubbles
can bubble up to the process line.
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1
2
Fig.11:Measurementsetupforprocesspressuremeasurementofliquidsin
pipelines
1 VEGABAR 39
2 Blocking valve
3 Pipeline
In liquids

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4.3 Level measurement
Keep the following in mind when setting up the measuring system:
• Mount the instrument below the min. level
• Donotmounttheinstrumentclosetothellingstreamoremptying
area
• Mount the instrument so that it is protected against pressure
shocks from the stirrer
Fig.12:Measurementsetupforlevelmeasurement
Measurement setup

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5 Connecting to power supply
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5 Connecting to power supply
5.1 Preparing the connection
Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:
• Carryoutelectricalconnectionbytrained,qualiedpersonnel
authorised by the plant operator
• If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should
be installed
Warning:
Only connect or disconnect in de-energized state.
Thedataforpowersupplyarespeciedinchapter"Technical data".
Note:
Power the instrument via an energy-limited circuit (power max. 100 W)
acc. to IEC 61010-1, e.g.
• Class 2 power supply unit (acc. to UL1310)
• SELV power supply unit (safety extra-low voltage) with suitable
internal or external limitation of the output current
Keepinmindthefollowingadditionalfactorsthatinuencetheoperat-
ing voltage:
• Lower output voltage of the power supply unit under nominal load
(e.g. with a sensor current of 20.5 mA or 22 mA in case of fault)
• Inuenceofadditionalinstrumentsinthecircuit(seeloadvaluesin
chapter " Technical data")
Use cable with round cross section. Depending on the plug connec-
tion, you have to select the outer diameter of the cable respectively so
thatthesealeectofthecableglandisensured.
Depending on the connection method or signal output, the device is
connected with standard two, three or four-wire cable without shield-
ing.
5.2 Connection procedure
This plug connection requires a complete confectioned cable with
counter plug.
Proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the screw on the rear of the plug connector
2. Remove the plug connector and seal from VEGABAR 39
3. Remove the plug insert from the plug housing
Safety instructions
Voltage supply
Connection cable
M12 x 1 plug
Plug according to
ISO 4400

20
5 Connecting to power supply
VEGABAR 39 • Three-wire 1 x transistor or 4 … 20 mA
57536-EN-200831
1
2
3
Fig. 13: Loosen the plug insert
1 Cable gland
2 Plug insert
3 Plug housing
4. Remove approx. 5 cm of the cable mantle, strip approx. 1 cm
insulation from the individual wires
5. Lead the cable through the cable gland into the plug housing
6. Connect the wire ends to the screw terminals according to the
wiring plan
2
3
1
4
Fig. 14: Connection to the screw terminals
1 Cable gland
2 Plug housing
3 Plug insert
4 Plug seal
7. Snap the plug insert into the plug housing and insert the sensor
seal
8. Plug the plug insert with seal to VEGABAR 39 and tighten the
screw
Theelectricalconnectionisnished.
Proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the screw in the cover of the plug connector
2. Open the cover and remove it
3. Press the plug insert downwards
4. Loosen the screws of the strain relief and cable entry
ISO 4400 plug with
hinged cover