Vega VEGABAR 54 User manual

Level and pressure measure-
ment
Hydrostatic
VEGABAR 54
VEGABAR 64
VEGABAR 65
Product Information

Contents
2Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement
Contents
1Application,function,configuration .................................................... 3
2Type overview..................................................................... 6
3Mounting information ............................................................... 8
4Electrical connection
4.1General requirements ............................................................. 9
4.2Voltage supply .................................................................. 9
4.3Connection cable ................................................................ 9
4.4Cable screening and grounding...................................................... 9
4.5Wiring plans.................................................................... 9
5Adjustment
5.1Overview ..................................................................... 11
5.2Compatibility acc.to NAMUR NE 53 ................................................. 11
5.3Adjustment with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM ........................... 11
5.4Adjustment with PACTware™...................................................... 11
5.5Adjustment with other adjustment programs ............................................ 12
6Technical data.................................................................... 13
7Dimensions ...................................................................... 19
8Product code..................................................................... 24
Take note of safety instructions for Ex applications
With Ex applications,please note the Ex-specific safety information on our homepage www.vega.com\services\downloads
and in the documentation that comes with every instrument.In hazardous areas you should take note of the appropriate
regulations,conformity and type approval certificates of the sensors and power supply units.The sensors must only be
operated on intrinsically safe circuits.The permissible electrical values are stated in the certificate.
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1Application,function,configuration
Area of application
VEGABAR 54,64 and 65 sensors are designed for front flush
level and process measurement of gases,vapours and liquids.
Application-optimised housings and materials ensure reliable
use even in harsh environments.For extremely moist areas,IP
68 version of VEGABAR is available.Comprehensiveadjustment
and indicating options as well as elec.modules with signal out-
puts 4…20 mA/HART,Profibus PA and Foundation Fieldbus
make for easy integration into the system environment.
VEGABAR 54 and 64 sensors are especially suited for use in
abrasive mediums in the paper industry or in waste water treat-
ment.VEGABAR 54 with the small CERTEC
®
measuring cell is
available with process fittings from ½".It is particularly suitable for
small pipelines as well as the ball valve fitting PASVE as connec-
tion option.VEGABAR 64 with standard CERTEC
®
measuring
cell is available with various thread and flange fittings as well as
materials for universal applications.1)
VEGABAR 65,with its hygienic fittings,is particularly suitable for
the food processing and pharmaceutical industry.
User advantages
lhigh long-term stability <0.1%/2years
lsmall deviation in characteristics <0.075 %,optional <0.05 %
lup to 150-fold overload resistance
lProduct temperature up to 200 °C
lMeasuring ranges up to 60 bar
lCompletely flush process fittings
lTurn Down up to 1:100 and higher
lFunctional safety acc.to IEC 61508-4up to SIL3
lExchangeable indicating and adjustment module
lQuick setup by easy menu guidance
lComprehensive monitoring and diagnostics functions
Measuring principle
The process pressure causes via the diaphragm a change of an
elec.parameter of the measuring cell.This change is converted
into an appropriate output signal.Since the instruments are all
designed for specific application areas,different sensor elements
i.e.measuring units are used for detecting the pressure.
VEGABAR 54,64
The sensor element of VEGABAR 54 iand 64 is the dry ceramic-
capacitive CERTEC
®
measuring cell.Base element and dia-
phragm consist of high purity sapphire-ceramic
®
.
The CERTEC
®
measuring cell is also equipped with a temper-
ature sensor.The temperature value can be displayed via the
indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM or processed via
the signal output.
16 µm
1
2
3
Fig.1:Configuration of the CERTEC
®
measuring cell in VEGABAR 54 and 64
1Diaphragm
2Soldered glass bond
3Base element
The features of the CERTEC
®
measuring cell are:
lVery high overload resistance
lGood corrosion resistance
lVery high abrasion resistance
lNo hysteresis
VEGABAR 65
The METEC
®
measuring cell is the measuring unit of VEGABAR
65.This unit consists of a CERTEC
®
measuring cell and a special
isolating system with metallic process diaphragm.Aspecial fea-
ture of this isolating system is that the temperature influence is
directly compensated mechanically.
The process pressure causes via the respective diaphragm a
change in an elec.parameter of the measuring cell.This change
is converted into a corresponding output signal.
4321
Fig.2:Configuration of the METEC
®
measuring cell in VEGABAR 65
1Process diaphragm
2Isolating liquid
3FeNi adapter
4CERTEC
®
measuring cell
The features of the METEC
®
measuring cell are:
lcompletely welded,elastomer-free
lGood thermo-shock reaction
lExcellent long-term stability
lHigh degree of flushness.
Configuration
VEGABAR 54,64 and 65 pressure transmitters are available with
different housing protections:
Application,function,configuration
Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement 3
1)PASVE:Trade name of Satron Instruments Oy.
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1
2
3
Fig.3:Example of a VEGABAR 54 with connection G1Aand plastic housing in
protection IP 66/IP 67
1Housing cover with integrated PLICSCOM (optional)
2Housing with electronics
3Process fitting with measuring cell
1
2
3
4
5
Fig.4:Example of a VEGABAR 54 with connection G1Aand Aluminium housing in
protection IP 66/IP 68,1bar
1Housing cover with integrated PLICSCOM (optional)
2Housing with electronics
3Process fitting with measuring cell
4Cable gland
5Connection cable
1
2
3
5
4
Fig.5:Example of a connection G1Aand stainless steel housing in protection IP 68
and remote electronics
1Housing cover with integrated PLICSCOM (optional)
2Housing with electronics
3Housing socket
4Connection cable
5Process fitting with measuring cell
1.1Application examples
Storage tower
Fig.6:Level measurement on storage towers with VEGABAR 54
In the paper industry,the prepared stock is stored in large storage
towers.Before further processing,the material is made pump-
able by mixing in process water with an agitator.The level meas-
urement in the lower range detects the substance suspension
and prevents the agitator from running dry.For this application,
the pressure transmitter VEGABAR 54 with the ceramic CER-
TEC
®
measuring cell in combination with a ball valve is used.
The advantages are:front flush mounting in ball valve fitting,
mounting and dismounting without emptying the storage tower.
Pressurised screen
Fig.7:Pressure measurement on a screen with VEGABAR 54
Screening machines are used in the paper industry for fibre sep-
aration.They have an inlet,an outlet for good material and an
overflow for sorted out material.For effective screening,the ma-
chine must be run with the correct operating parameters.To this
end,the pressure in the inlet and outlet is measured with the
VEGABAR 54 with small ceramic CERTEC
®
measuring cell.It
is front flush and hence self-cleaning as well as highly abrasion
resistant.
Application,function,configuration
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Headbox
Fig.8:Pressure measurement on the headbox of a paper machine with VEGABAR
64
The pressure measurement in the headbox is used for speed
control of the mixing pump.This must be a high precision meas-
urement and reactionless.The optimum solution is VEGABAR 64
in completely front flush version,accuracy class 0.05 and high
protection IP 68.
Feeding vessels
Fig.9:Level and pressure measurement in a feeding vessel in the ointment produc-
tion with VEGABAR 65
Batch vessels are used for the manufacture of a wide variety of
products.Frequent,powerful cleaning processes accompany
every product and batch change.The total pressure as well as
the overpressure are detected by two VEGABAR 65 pressure
transmitters.VEGABAR 65 is especially characterised by its re-
liable thermo-shock reaction and vacuum resistance.
Bitumen vessel
Fig.10:Level measurement in a bitumen vessel with VEGABAR 65
VEGABAR 65 pressure transmitter is well suited for hydrostatic
level measurement of bitumen.Thanks to its metal METEC
®
measuring cell with self-compensating temperature reaction,
the transmitter has excellent temperature characteristics.The
special configuration of the measuring cell ensures temperature
decoupling between process fittings and electronics and thus
enables use up to 200 °C(392 °F).
Information:
Continuative documentation:
lOperating instructions manual "VEGABAR 54"
lOperating instructions manual "VEGABAR 64"
lOperating instructions manual "VEGABAR 65"
lSupplementary instructions manual "Functional
safety VEGABAR series 50 and 60 -4…20 mA/
HART"
Application,function,configuration
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2Type overview
VEGABAR 54 VEGABAR 64 VEGABAR 65
Measuring cell:small CERTEC
®
CERTEC
®
METEC
®
Diaphragm:Ceramic Ceramic Metal
Products:gases,vapours and liquids,also with
abrasive substances
gases,vapours and liquids,also with
abrasive substances
gases,vapours and liquids also with
higher temperatures
Process fitting:Threads from ½",flanges from DN 25,
fittings for the paper industry thread 1"
suitable for PASVE,thread M30x1.5,
PMC from 1"
thread from 1",flanges from DN 25,
fittings for the food processing and
paper industry
thread from 1½",flanges from DN 20,
fittings for the food processing industry
Material:316L316L,PVDF,PVDF plated,Hastelloy
C4plated
316L,Hastelloy C276
Measuring range:-1…0bar up to -1…60 bar
(-14.5…0psi up to -14.5…870 psi)
-1…0bar up to -1…60 bar
(-14.5…0psi up to -14.5…870 psi)
-1…0bar up to -1…25bar(-14.5…0psi
up to -14.5…363 psi)
Process temperature:-40 …+120 °C
(-40 …+248 °F)
-40 ... +150 °C
(-40 ... +302 °F)
-12 …+200 °C
(-40 …+392 °F)
Deviation in characteristics:<0.1%<0.075 %or <0.05 %<0.075 %
Signal output:4…20 mA/HART,Profibus PA,
Foundation Fieldbus
4…20 mA/HART,Profibus PA,
Foundation Fieldbus
4…20 mA/HART,Profibus PA,
Foundation Fieldbus
Connection:Housing with terminal Housing with terminal Housing with terminal
Adjustment/Indication:PLICSCOM PLICSCOM PLICSCOM
Remote adjustment/
indication:
VEGADIS 61 VEGADIS 61 VEGADIS 61
Functional safety:up to SIL3up to SIL3up to SIL3
Type overview
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Indicating and adjustment
module
PLICSCOM
Housing
Plastic Stainless steel Aluminium Aluminium
(double chamber)
Electronics
4…20 mA/HART Profibus PA Foundation
Fieldbus
Process fitting
Thread Flange Sanitary
Sensors
CERTEC
®
-
Measuring cell
METEC
®
-
Measuring cell
Approvals
SIL Overfill protection Gas explosion pro-
tection
Dust explosion pro-
tection
EHEDG Ship FM CSA
Type overview
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3Mounting information
Installation position
VEGABAR functions in any installation position.Depending on
the measuring system,the installation position can influence the
measurement.This can be compensated by a position correc-
tion.
When installing plics
®
instruments,choose a position you can
easily reach for mounting and connecting as well as later retrofit-
ting of an indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM.The
housing can be rotated by 330°without the use of any tools.
You can also install the indicating and adjustment module
PLICSCOM in four different positions (each displaced by 90°).
Mounting information
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4Electrical connection
4.1General requirements
The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrument
version.The exact range is stated in the "Technical data".
Take note of country-specific installation standards (e.g.the VDE
regulations in Germany)as well as prevailing safety regulations
and accident prevention rules.
In hazardous areas you should take note of the appro-
priate regulations,conformity and type approval certifi-
cates of the sensors and power supply units.
4.2Voltage supply
General
Power supply and current signal are carried over the same two-
wire connection cable.The requirements on the power supply are
stated in the Technical Data of this Product Information manual.
4…20 mA/HART two-wire
The VEGA power supply units VEGATRENN 149AEx,VEGAS-
TAB 690,VEGADIS 371 as well as VEGAMET signal condition-
ing instruments are suitable for power supply.When one of these
instruments is used,a reliable separation of the supply circuits
from the mains circuits acc.to DIN VDE 0106 part 101 is ensured
for VEGABAR.
Profibus PA
Power is supplied by a Profibus DP/PA segment coupler or a
VEGALOG 571 EP input card.
Fig.11:Integration of instruments in a Profibus PA system via segment coupler DP/
PA or data recording systems with Profibus PA input card
Foundation Fieldbus
Power supply via the H1Fieldbus cable.
4.3Connection cable
General
The sensors are connected with standard cable without screen.
An outer cable diameter of 5…9mm ensures the seal effect of the
cable entry.
4…20 mA/HART two-wire and four-wire
If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the
test values of EN 61326 for industrial areas,screened cable
should be used.InHART multidrop mode the use of screened
cable is generally recommended.
Profibus PA,Foundation Fieldbus
The installation must be carried out acc.to the appropriate bus
specification.VEGABAR is connected respectively with
screened cable acc.to the bus specification.Power supply and
digital bus signal are transmitted via the same two-wire connec-
tion cable.Make sure that the bus is terminated via appropriate
terminating resistors.
InEx applications,the corresponding installation regu-
lations must be noted for the connection cable.
4.4Cable screening and grounding
If screened cable is necessary,the cable screen must be con-
nected on both ends to ground potential.If potential equalisation
currents are expected,the connection on the evaluation side
must be made via a ceramic capacitor (e.g.1nF,1500 V).
Profibus PA,Foundation Fieldbus
In systems with potential separation,the cable screen is con-
nected directly to ground potential on the power supply unit,in
the connection box and directly on the sensor.
In systems without potential equalisation,connect the cable
screen directly to ground potential only at the power supply unit
and at the sensor -do not connect to ground potential in the
connection box or T-distributor.
4.5Wiring plans
Single chamber housing
I2C
Display
1
12 5678
Fig.12:Connection HART two-wire,Profibus PA,Foundation Fieldbus
1Power supply and signal output
Electrical connection
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Double chamber housing -two-wire
I2C
1
12
Fig.13:Connection HART two-wire,Profibus PA,Foundation Fieldbus
1Power supply and signal output
Wire assignment,connection cable with version IP 66/IP 68,
1bar
+
-
1
2
Fig.14:Wire assignment,connection cable
1br (+)and bl (-) for power supply or to the processing system
2Screen
Terminal assignment,housing socket with version IP 68
1234
6
5
34 12
Fig.15:Connection of the sensor in the housing socket
1Brown
2Blue
3Yellow
4White
5Screen
6Breather capillaries
Electrical connection
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5Adjustment
5.1Overview
VEGABAR can be adjusted with the following adjustment media:
lthe indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM
lan adjustment software acc.to FDT/DTM standard,e.g.
PACTware™and PC
and,depending on the signal output,also with:
laHART handheld (4…20 mA/HART)
lthe adjustment program AMS (4…20 mA/HART and Foun-
dation Fieldbus)
lthe adjustment program PDM (Profibus PA)
la configuration tool (Foundation Fieldbus)
The entered parameters are generally saved in VEGABAR,op-
tionally also in PLICSCOM or in the adjustment program.
5.2Compatibility acc.to NAMUR NE 53
VEGABAR meet NAMUR recommendation NE 53.VEGA instru-
ments are generally upward and downward compatible:
lsensor software for DTM-VEGABAR HART,PA or FF
lDTM VEGABAR for adjustment software PACTware™
ladjustment module PLICSCOM for sensor software
The parameter adjustment of the basic sensor functions is inde-
pendent of the software version.The range of available functions
depends on the respective software version of the individual com-
ponents.
5.3Adjustment with the indicating and adjust-
ment module PLICSCOM
Setup and indication
PLICSCOM is a pluggable indication and adjustment module for
plics
®
sensors.It can be placed in four different positions on the
instrument (each displaced by 90°). Indication and adjustment
are made via four keys and a clear,graphic-capable dot matrix
indication.The adjustment menu with language selection is
clearly structured and enables easy setup.After setup,
PLICSCOM serves as indicating instrument:through the screwed
cover with glass insert,measured values can be read directly in
the requested unit and presentation.
Depending on the hardware version of PLICSCOM or the respec-
tive sensor electronics,an integrated backlight can be switched
on via the adjustment menu.2)
PLICSCOM adjustment
1.1
2
3
1
Fig.16:Indicating and adjustment elements
1LC display
2Indication of the menu item number
3Adjustment keys
Key functions
l[OK]key:
-move to the menu overview
-confirm selected menu
-edit parameter
-save value
l[->]key to select:
-menu change
-list entry
-editing position
l[+]key:
-modify value of a parameter
l[ESC]key:
-interrupt input
-jump to the next higher menu
5.4Adjustment with PACTware™
PACTware™/DTM
Independent of the respective signal output,whether 4…20 mA/
HART,Profibus PA or Foundation Fieldbus,VEGABAR sensors
can be adjusted directly on the instrument via PACTware™.To
adjust with PACTware™,an instrument driver for the particular
VEGABAR model is required.
All currently available VEGA DTMs are provided in a DTM Col-
lection with the current PACTware™version on CD.They are
available from the responsible VEGA agency for a token fee.
The basic version of this DTM Collection incl.PACTware™is
available as a free-of-charge download from the Internet.
To use the entire range of functions of the DTM incl.project doc-
umentation,aDTM licence is required for the particular instru-
ment family,e.g.VEGABAR.This licence can be bought from the
responsible VEGA agency.
Connecting the PC directly to the sensor
Adjustment
Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement 11
2)This function is for instruments with StEx,WHG or ship approval as well as country-specific approvals such as those acc.to FM or CSA,
available at a later date.
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=
Power supply
VE
G
A
CO
NNE
C
T
3
PACTware /
TM
>PA<
2
31
Fig.17:PC connected directly to the sensor
1RS232 connection
2VEGABAR
3I²Cadapter cable for VEGACONNECT 3
To adjust with PACTware™,aVEGACONNECT 3with I²Cadapt-
er cable (art.no.2.27323)as well as a power supply unit is nec-
essary in addition to the PC and the suitable VEGA-DTM.
Connecting the PC to the signal cable (4…20 mA/HART)
2
3
1
4
~
=
Power supply
VEGACONNECT 3
PACTware /
TM
Fig.18:Connecting the PC to the signal cable
1RS232 connection
2VEGABAR
3HART adapter cable for VEGACONNECT 3
4HART resistance 250 Ohm
To adjust with PACTware™,aVEGACONNECT 3with HART
adapter cable (art.no.2.25397)as well as a power supply unit
and a HART resistor with approx.250 Ohm is required in addition
to the PC and the suitable VEGA DTM.
Note:
With power supply units with integrated HART resist-
ance (internal resistance approx.250 Ohm), an addi-
tional external resistance is not necessary (e.g.VEGA-
TRENN 149A,VEGADIS 371,VEGAMET 381/624/625,
VEGASCAN 693). In such cases,VEGACONNECT can
be connected parallel to the 4…20 mAcable.
5.5Adjustment with other adjustment pro-
grams
PDM
For VEGA PA sensors,device descriptions are also available as
EDD for the adjustment program PDM.The device descriptions
are already implemented in the current versions of PDM.For old-
er versions of PDM they are available as a free-of-charge down-
load from the Internet.
AMS
For VEGA FF sensors,device descriptions are also available as
DD for the adjustment program AMS™.The device descriptions
are already implemented in the current version of AMS™.For
older versions of AMS™,a free-of-charge download is available
via Internet.
Adjustment
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6Technical data
General data
Common data
316Lcorresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435
Materials,non-wetted parts
-Housing Plastic PBT (Polyester), Alu die-casting powder-coated,316L
-Remote housing plastic PBT (Polyester)
-Socket,wall mounting plate remote housing plastic PBT (Polyester)
-Seal between housing socket and wall mounting plate TPE (fixed connected)
-Seal ring between housing and housing cover NBR (stainless steel housing), silicone (Alu/plastic housing)
-Inspection window in housing cover for PLICSCOM Polycarbonate (UL746-Clisted)
-Ground terminal 316Ti/316L
-Connection cable between IP 68 housing and remote elec-
tronics
PUR,FEP,PE
-Type plate support with IP 68 version on cable PE hard
VEGABAR 54,64
Materials,wetted parts
-Process fitting 316L,PVDF,PVDF plated,Hastelloy C4plated
-Diaphragm sapphire-ceramic
®
(99.9%oxide ceramic Al
2
O
3
)
-Seal Viton,Kalrez 6375,EPDM,Chemraz (only VEGABAR 64)
Weight approx.0.8…8.0kg (1.8…17.6lbs), depending on the housing material
and process fitting
VEGABAR 65
Materials,non-wetted parts
Isolating liquid Essomarcal (med.white oil,FDA-approved)
Materials,wetted parts
-Process fitting 316L
-Process diaphragm Hastelloy C276
-Process seal hygienic fitting with compression nut FEP-O-Seal
-Process seal other hygienic fittings EPDM:up to 140 °C(284 °F); Viton:up to 180 °C/200 °C(356 °F/392 °F)
Weight approx.0.8…8.0kg (1.8…17.6lbs), depending on the housing material
and process fitting
Output variable
4…20 mA/HART
Output signal 4…20 mA/HART
Resolution 1.6µA
Fault signal current output unchanged,20.5mA,22 mA,<3.6mA(adjustable)
Current limitation 22 mA
Load see load diagram under Power supply
Integration time 0…999 s,adjustable
Response time 150 ms (ti:0s,0…100 %)
Fulfilled NAMUR recommendation NE 43
Profibus PA
Output signal digital output signal,format acc.to IEEE-754
-Sensor address 126 (default setting)
Current value constantly 10 mA,±1mA
Integration time 0…999 s,adjustable
Foundation Fieldbus
Output
-Signal digital output signal,Foundation Fieldbus protocol
-Physical layer acc.to IEC 61158-2
Channel Numbers
-Channel 1Primary value
-Channel 2Secondary value 1
-Channel 3Secondary Value 2
-Channel 4Temperature Value
Current value 10 mA,±0.5mA
Technical data
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Additional output variable,temperature (VEGABAR 54 and 64)
Processing is made via HART multidrop,Profibus PA and
Foundation Fieldbus
Range -50 …+150 °C(-58 …+302 °F)
Resolution 1°C(1.8°F)
Input variable
Parameter Process pressure
Measuring ranges see product code
Recommended max.turn down 1:30 (no limitation)
Reference conditions and influencing variables (similar to DIN EN 60770-1)
Reference conditions acc.to DIN EN 61298-1
-Temperature 18 …30 °C(64 …86 °F)
-Relative humidity 45 …75 %
-Atmospheric pressure 860 …1060 mbar/86 …106 kPa(12.5…15.4psi)
Determination of characteristics limit point adjustment acc.to DIN 16086
Characteristics Linear
Calibration position upright,diaphragm points downward
Influence of the installation position
-VEGABAR 54,64 <0.2mbar/20 Pa(0.003 psi)
-VEGABAR 65 <5mbar/0.5kPa(0.07 psi)
Deviation in characteristics3)
VEGABAR 54
Deviation in characteristics
-Turn down 1:1<0.1%
-Turn down up to 1:5<0.1%
-Turn down up to 1:10 <0.15 %
VEGABAR 64,65
Deviation in characteristics
-Turn down 1:1<0.075 %
-Turn down up to 1:5<0.075 %
-Turn down up to 1:10 <0.1%
Accuracy class 0.05 (only with VEGABAR 64 process fitting EV,FT)
-Turn down 1:1<0.05 %
-Turn down up to 1:5<0.05 %
-Turn down up to 1:10 <0.075 %
Influence of the product or ambient temperature
The following values apply to the compensated temperature
range 0…+100 °C(+212 °F), reference temperature 20 °C
(68 °F).
Average temperature coefficient of the zero signal
-Turn down 1:1<0.05 %/10 K
-Turn down up to 1:5<0.1%/10 K
-Turn down up to 1:10 <0.15 %/10 K
The following values are not within the compensated temper-
ature range.
Average temperature coefficient of the zero signal
-Turn down 1:1typ.<0.05 %/10 K
Technical data
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3)Relating to the nominal range,incl.hysteresis and repeatability,determined acc.to the limit point method.
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Long-term stability
Long-term drift of the zero signal4)5)
VEGABAR 54 <0.1%/1year
VEGABAR 64,65 <0.1%/2years
Ambient conditions
Ambient,storage and transport temperature
-without PLICSCOM -40 …+80 °C(-40 …+176 °F)
-with PLICSCOM -20 …+70 °C(-4…+158 °F)
-IP 66/IP 68 and IP 68 version with PE connection cable -40 …+60 °C(-40 …+140 °F)
Process conditions
VEGABAR 54
Product temperature depending on the measuring cell seal
-Viton -20 …+120 °C(-4…+248 °F)
-EPDM -40 …+120 °C(-40 …+248 °F), 1h:140 °C/284 °Fcleaning temperature
-Kalrez 6375 -10 …+120 °C(+14 …+248 °F)
VEGABAR 64
Product temperature standard version,depending on the meas.cell seal6)
-Viton -20 …+120 °C(-4…+248 °F)
-EPDM -40 …+120 °C(-40 …+248 °F), 1h:140 °C/284 °Fcleaning temperature
-Kalrez 6375 -10 …+120 °C(+14 …+248 °F)
-Chemraz -30 …+120 °C(-22 …+248 °F)
Product temperature,version with extended temperature range,depending on measuring cell seal
-Viton -20 …+150 °C(-4…+302 °F)
-EPDM -40 …+150 °C(-40 …+302 °F)
-Kalrez 6375 -10 …+150 °C(+14 …+302 °F)
-Chemraz -30 …+150 °C(-22 …+302 °F)
VEGABAR 65
Product temperature
-Standard -12 …+140 °C(+10.4…+284 °F)
-with cooling element -12 …+180 °C(+10.4…+356 °F)
-with cooling element and screening sheet -12 …+200 °C(+10.4…+392 °F)
Common data
Vibration resistance mechanical vibrations with 4g and 5…100 Hz<ph ctype="bold"><fuss-
note></ph>Tested acc.to the regulations of German Lloyd,GL directive
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VEGABAR 64
Shock resistance Acceleration 100 g7)
Electromechanical data -version IP 66/IP 67
Cable entry/plug 8)
-Single chamber housing l1x cable entry M20x1.5(cable-ø5…9mm), 1x blind stopper M20x1.5
or:
l1x closing cap ½NPT,1x blind plug ½NPT
or:
l1x plug (depending on the version), 1x blind plug M20x1.5
-Double chamber housing l1x cable entry M20x1.5(cable-ø5…9mm), 1x blind stopper
M20x1.5;plug M12x1for VEGADIS 61 (optional)
Technical data
Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement 15
4)Similar to DIN 16086,DINV 19259-1and IEC 60770-1.
5)Acc.to IEC 60770-1,relating to the nominal measuring range.
6)With process fitting PVDF,max.100 °C(212 °F).
7)Tested acc.to EN 60068-2-27
8)Depending on the version M12x1,acc.to DIN 43650,Harting,Amphenol-Tuchel,7/8"FF
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or:
l1x closing cap ½NPT,1x blind stopper ½NPT,plug M12x1for VE-
GADIS 61 (optional)
or:
l1x plug (depending on the version), 1x blind stopper M20x1.5;plug
M12x1for VEGADIS 61 (optional)
Spring-loaded terminals for wire cross sections up to 2.5mm²
Electromechanical data -version IP 66/IP 68,1bar
Version IP 66/IP 68,1bar is only available for instruments with
absolute pressure measuring ranges.
Cable gland
-Single chamber housing l1xIP 68 cable entry M20x1.5;1x blind stopper M20x1.5
or:
l1x closing cap ½NPT,1x blind plug ½NPT
-Double chamber housing l1xIP 68 cable entry M20x1.5;1x blind stopper M20x1.5;plug M12x1
for VEGADIS 61 (option)
or:
l1x closing cap ½NPT,1x blind stopper ½NPT,plug M12x1for VE-
GADIS 61 (optional)
Connection cable
-Configuration four cores,one suspension cable,one breather capillary,screen braiding,
foil,mantle
-wire cross section 0.5mm²
-wire resistance <0.036 Ohm/m
-tensile load >1200 N(270 pounds force)
-Standard length 5m(16.4ft)
-Max.length 1000 m(3280 ft)
-Min.bending radius 25 mm (with 25 °C/77 °F)
-Diameter approx.8mm
-Colour -standard PE Black
-Colour -standard PUR Blue
-Colour -Ex version Blue
Electromechanical data -version IP 68
Cable entry/plug 9)
-Remote housing l1x cable entry M20x1.5(cable-ø5…9mm), 1x blind stopper M20x1.5
or:
l1x closing cap ½NPT,1x blind plug ½NPT
or:
l1x plug (depending on the version), 1x blind plug M20x1.5
Spring-loaded terminals for wire cross sections up to 2.5mm²
Connection cable between IP 68 instrument and remote housing:
-Configuration four cores,one suspension cable,one breather capillary,screen braiding,
foil,mantle
-wire cross section 0.5mm²
-wire resistance <0.036 Ohm/m
-Standard length 5m(16.4ft)
-Max.length 180 m(591 ft)
-Min.bending radius 25 mm (with 25 °C/77 °F)
-Diameter approx.8mm
-Colour -standard PE Black
-Colour -standard PUR Blue
-Colour -Ex version Blue
9)Depending on the version M12x1,acc.to DIN 43650,Harting,Amphenol-Tuchel,7/8"FF
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Technical data
Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement 17
Indicating and adjustment module
Power supply and data transmission through sensor via gold-plated sliding contacts (I²Cbus)
Display LC display in full dot matrix
Adjustment elements 4keys
Protection
-unassembled IP 20
-mounted into the sensor without cover IP 40
Materials
-Housing ABS
-Inspection window Polyester foil
Supply voltage -4…20 mA/HART
Supply voltage
-non-Ex instrument 12 …36 VDC
-EEx ia instrument 12 …30 VDC
-Exd instrument 18 …36 VDC
Supply voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module10)
-non-Ex instrument 22.5…36 VDC
-EEx ia instrument 22.5…30 VDC
-EExd ia instrument 22.5…36 VDC
Permissible residual ripple
-<100 HzU
ss
<1V
-100 Hz…10 kHzU
ss
<10 mV
Load see diagram
1000
750
500
250
12 18
1614 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36
Ω
V
4
12
3
Fig.19:Voltage diagram
1HART load
2Voltage limit EEx ia instrument
3Voltage limit non-Ex/Exd instrument
4Supply voltage
Power supply -Profibus PA
Supply voltage
-non-Ex instrument 9…32 VDC
-EEx ia instrument 9…24 VDC
Supply voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module11)
-non-Ex instrument 12 …36 VDC
-EEx ia instrument 12 …30 VDC
Power supply by/max.number of sensors
-DP/PA segment coupler max.32 (max.10 with Ex)
-VEGALOG 571 EP card max.15 (max.10 with Ex)
10)This function is for instruments with StEx,WHG or ship approval as well as country-specific approvals such as those acc.to FM or CSA,
available at a later date.
11)This function is for instruments with StEx,WHG or ship approval as well as country-specific approvals such as those acc.to FM or CSA,
available at a later date.
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18 Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement
Power supply -Foundation Fieldbus
Supply voltage
-non-Ex instrument 9…32 VDC
-EEx ia instrument 9…24 VDC
Supply voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module12)
-non-Ex instrument 12 …32 VDC
-EEx ia instrument 12 …24 VDC
Power supply by/max.number of sensors
-H1Fieldbus cable/Voltage supply max.32 (max.10 with Ex)
Electrical protective measures
Protection
-Housing,standard IP 66/IP 6713)
-Alu and stainless housing,optionally available IP66/IP 68 (1bar)14)
-Transmitter in IP 68 version IP 68
-Remote housing IP 65
Overvoltage category III
Protection class II
Available approvals or approvals applied for15)16)
ATEX ia ATEX II 1G,1/2G,2GEExiaIIC T6
ATEX ia and d ATEX II 1/2G,2GEExdiaIIC T6
ATEX D ATEX II 1/2D,2DIP6XT
IEC IEC ExiaIIC T6
FM FM,Cl.I,Div2(NI)+lI.II,II,Div1(DIP), FM Cl.I-III,Div 1(IS), FM Cl.I-III,Div 1
(IS)+Cl.I-III,Div1Gr.C-G(XP)
Ship approval GL,LRS,ABS,CCS,RINA,DNV
Others WHG
CE conformity
EMC (89/336/EWG)Emission EN 61326:1997 (class B), susceptibility EN 61326:1997/A1:
1998
LVD (73/23/EWG)EN 61010-1:2001
Functional safety (SIL)
You will find detailed information in the "Supplementary in-
structions manual -Functional safety VEGABAR series 50 and
60"or under www.vega.com.
Functional safety acc.to IEC 61508-4
-Single channel architecture (1oo1D)up to SIL2
-Double channel architecture (1oo2D)up to SIL3
Environmental instructions
VEGA environment management system17)certified acc.to DIN EN ISO 14001
12)This function is for instruments with StEx,WHG or ship approval as well as country-specific approvals such as those acc.to FM or CSA,
available at a later date.
13)Instruments with gauge pressure measuring ranges cannot detect the ambient pressure when submerged,e.g.in water.This can lead to
falsification of the measured value.
14)Only with instruments with absolute pressure ranges.
15)Deviating data in Ex applications:see separate safety instructions.
16)Depending on order specification.
17)You can find detailed information under www.vega.com.
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Dimensions
Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement 19
7Dimensions
Housing in protection IP 66/IP 67
112mm (4 13/32")
117mm (4 39/64")
116mm (4 9/16")
120mm (4 23/32")
~ 69mm
(2 23/32") ø 77mm
(3 1/32")
~ 69mm
(2 23/32") ~ 116mm (4 9/16")
~ 87mm (3 27/64")
ø 77mm
(3 1/32") ø 84mm (3 5/16")
ø 84mm
(3 5/16")
M20x1,5M20x1,5/
½ NPT
M20x1,5/
½ NPT
M20x1,5/
½ NPT
M20x1,5/
½ NPT
M16x1,5
1 2 3 4
Fig.20:Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 67 (with integrated PLICSCOM,the
housing is 9mm/0.35 in higher)
1Plastic housing
2Stainless steel housing
3Aluminium double chamber housing
4Aluminium housing
Housing in protection IP 66/IP 68,1bar
117mm (4 39/64")
116mm (4 9/16")
120mm (4 23/32")
~ 103mm
(4 1/16") ~ 150mm (5 29/32")
~ 105mm (4 9/64")
ø 77mm
(3 1/32") ø 84mm (3 5/16")
ø 84mm
(3 5/16")
M20x1,5M20x1,5 M20x1,5
M20x1,5/
½ NPT
M16x1,5
1 2 3
Fig.21:Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68,1bar (with integrated
PLICSCOM the housing is 9mm/0.35 in higher)
1Stainless steel housing
2Aluminium double chamber housing
3Aluminium housing
IP 68 version -with remote housing
1
2
90mm (3
35
/
64
")
110mm (4
21
/
64
")
~ 66mm (2
19
/
32
")
59mm (2
21
/
64
")
65mm
(2
9
/
16
")
68mm
(2
43
/
64
")
92mm
(3
5
/
8
")
42mm
(1
21
/
32
")
40mm
(1
37
/
64
")
Fig.22:Transmitter and remote housing with IP 68 version
1Lateral cable outlet
2Axial cable outlet
VEGABAR 54,threaded fitting
ø 40mm
(1
37
/
64
")
GA
GD
GB GC
22mm
(
55
/
64
")
59mm
(2
21
/
64
")
40mm
(1
37
/
64
")
44mm
(1
47
/
64
")
G¾ A
G1 A
SW36
SW41
ø 23,8mm
(
15
/
16
")
ø 27mm
(1
1
/
16
")
20,8mm
(
13
/
16
")
45mm
(1
49
/
64
")
G½ A
SW27
ø 18,4mm
(
23
/
32
")
ø 40mm
(1
37
/
64
")
21mm
(
53
/
64
")
44mm
(1
47
/
64
")
G1 A
SW41
ø 30mm
(1
3
/
16
")
Fig.23:VEGABAR 55,threaded fitting
GA G½Aflush
GB G¾Acompletely flush
GC G1Acompletely flush
GD G1Acompletely flush 40 mm
VEGABAR 54,flange fitting
25 40 115 18 85 4xø14 68 2
d2
d4
k
D
f
b
FA
47,8mm
(1
7
/
8
")
2 43 /
64"
5
/
64"
4xø
35
/
64"311
/
32"417
/
64"45
/
64"
DNinch PN D kbd2d4f
FA 25 40
DNmm PN D kbd2d4f
FA
Fig.24:VEGABAR,flange connection form B1,EN 1092-1
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20 Hydrostatic –Level and pressure measurement
VEGABAR 54,fitting for paper industry
PC PD PE
45,5mm
(1
51
/
64
")
ø 26,3mm
(1
1
/
32
")
43,7mm
(1
23
/
32
")
ø 34,6mm
(1
23
/
64
")
ø 36mm
(1
27
/
64
")
43,7mm
(1
23
/
32
")
ø 40,4mm
(1
19
/
32
")
BF/BS
VP
ø 27,4mm
(1
5
/
64
")
29mm
(1
9
/
64
")
48mm
(1
57
/
64
")
ø 25mm
(
63
/
64
")
ø 29,3mm
(1
5
/
32
")
30mm
(1
3
/
16
")
104,8mm (4
1
/
8
")
G1"
SW36
M30x1,5
SW32
ø 24,7mm
(
31
/
32
")
Fig.25:VEGABAR 54,fitting for paper industry
VP G1"PASVE
BF M30x1.5
BS M30x1.5for headbox
PC PMC 1"
PD PMC 1¼"
PE PMC 12"
VEGABAR 64,threaded and hygienic fitting -part 1
SW41
SW46
SW46 SW46
SW55
G1A
G1 ½ A
1 ½”NPT
G1 ½ A
21mm
(53/64")
75mm (2 61/64")
50mm
(1 31/32")
50mm
(1 31/32")
55mm
(2 11/64")
55mm
(2 11/64") 22mm
(55/64")
22mm
(55/64")
52mm
(2 3/64")
21mm
(53/64")
25mm
(63/64")
ø 41mm
(1 39/64")
ø 55mm
(2 11/64")
ø 55mm
(2 11/64")
ø 66mm
(2 19/32") M44x1,25
ø 105mm
(4 9/64")
ø 60mm
(2 23/64")
GG
AA BA/BBGN
GC GW
Fig.26:VEGABAR 64,threaded and aseptic fitting
GC G1A
GG G1½A
GW G1½A,PVDF
GN 1½NPT
AA DRD
BA M44x1.25
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