Vega VEGADIS 81 User manual

Operating Instructions
External display and adjustment unit for
plics®sensors
VEGADIS 81
Document ID: 43814

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Contents
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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 EU conformity................................................................................................................... 6
2.6 NAMUR recommendations .............................................................................................. 6
2.7 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada ........................................................... 6
2.8 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 6
3 Product description ................................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 8
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage................................................................................... 11
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ............................................................................... 11
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................. 12
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 12
5 Connecting to the sensor...................................................................................................... 15
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 15
5.2 Connection procedure.................................................................................................... 15
5.3 Wiring plan ..................................................................................................................... 17
5.4 Connection examples 4 … 20 mA/HART ....................................................................... 20
5.5 ConnectionexamplesProbusPA,FoundationFieldbus ............................................... 22
6 Set up with the display and adjustment module ................................................................ 23
6.1 Short description ............................................................................................................ 23
6.2 Insert display and adjustment module............................................................................ 23
6.3 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 24
7 Setup via PACTware ............................................................................................................... 27
7.1 Connect the PC.............................................................................................................. 27
7.2 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 28
7.3 Saving the parameterisation data................................................................................... 29
8 Setup via app.......................................................................................................................... 30
8.1 Connect with smartphone/tablet..................................................................................... 30
8.2 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 30
9 Maintenanceandfaultrectication...................................................................................... 32
9.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 32
9.2 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 32
9.3 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 32
10 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 33
10.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 33

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10.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 33
11 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 34
11.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 34
11.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 37
11.3 Industrial property rights................................................................................................. 41
11.4 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 41
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 manual.
Editing status: 2017-09-12

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1 About this document
VEGADIS 81 •
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1 About this document
1.1 Function
This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instruc-
tionsformaintenance,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 im-
mediate vicinity of the device.
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained specialist
personnel.The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.
1.3 Symbols used
Information, tip, note
This symbol indicates helpful additional information.
Caution: If this warning is ignored, faults or malfunctions can result.
Warning: If this warning is ignored, injury to persons and/or serious
damage to the instrument can result.
Danger: If this warning is ignored, serious injury to persons and/or
destruction of the instrument can result.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
• List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
→ Action
This arrow indicates a single action.
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
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2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this operating instructions manual must
be carried out only by trained specialist 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
VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for plics®
sensors.
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.
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.
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.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regula-
tions.
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

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2 For your safety
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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 and their meaning looked up in this
operating instructions manual.
2.5 EU conformity
ThedevicefullsthelegalrequirementsoftheapplicableEUdirec-
tives.ByaxingtheCEmarking,weconrmtheconformityofthe
instrument with these directives.
YoucanndtheEUconformitydeclarationonourwebsiteunder
www.vega.com/downloads.
2.6 NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
acceptedasthestandardineldinstrumentation.
ThedevicefullstherequirementsofthefollowingNAMURrecom-
mendations:
• NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
• NE53–Compatibilityofelddevicesanddisplay/adjustment
components
For further information see www.namur.de.
2.7 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.
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
2.8 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties.
That is why we have introduced an environment management system
with the goal of continuously improving company environmental pro-
tection.Theenvironmentmanagementsystemiscertiedaccording
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Pleasehelpusfullthisobligationbyobservingtheenvironmental
instructions in this manual:
• Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
• Chapter "Disposal"

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3 Product description
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3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument:
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3
1
5
6
4
12
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10
9
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Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Field for approvals
4 Electronics/Voltage supply
5 Protection rating
6 Order number
7 Identicationcode
8 Serial number of the instrument
9 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation
10 ID number, instrument documentation
11 Device protection class
The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it
youcanndthefollowinginstrumentdataonourhomepage:
• Article number (HTML)
• Delivery date (HTML)
• Order-specicinstrumentfeatures(HTML)
• Operating instructions at the time of shipment (PDF)
Go to "www.vega.com", "Instrument search (serial number)". Enter
the serial number.
As an alternative, you can access these data via your smartphone:
• Download the smartphone app "VEGA Tools" from the "Apple App
Store" or the "Google Play Store"
• Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
TheVEGADIS81isavailableindierenthousingmaterials,see
chapter "Technical data".
The instrument is optionally available with or without display and
adjustment module.
As an option, the display and adjustment module comes equipped
with a Bluetooth function. On this version, the keys can also be oper-
ated with a magnetic pen.
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
ment search
Instrument versions

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The display and adjustment module can be optionally equipped
with heating to ensure good readability at low temperatures down to
-40 °C (-40 °F).
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Display and adjustment unit VEGADIS 81
• Unassembled cable gland M20 x 1 for the sensor
• Documentation
– This operating instructions manual
– Operating instructions manual 27835 "Display and adjustment
module PLICSCOM" (optional)
– Ex-specic"Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– Ifnecessary,furthercerticates
3.2 Principle of operation
VEGADIS 81 is an external, digital display and adjustment unit for all
plics®sensors.
The instrument is mounted in an easily accessible position up to 50 m
away from the sensor. It is directly connected to the sensor electron-
ics and also powered by it.
Measured value indication and sensor adjustment are carried out via
the display and adjustment module integrated in VEGADIS 81.
4
1
3
2
5
4
Fig. 2: Connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 Sensor
3 Connection cable, sensor - VEGADIS 81
4 VEGADIS 81
5 Display and adjustment module
Measured value indication and sensor adjustment are carried out via
the display and adjustment module integrated in VEGADIS 81.
Due to the low ambient temperatures, the version with heated display
and adjustment module is selected for this example.
Scope of delivery
Application area
Sensor adjustment
Sensor adjustment -
VEGADIS 81 with heating

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4
1
3
2
5
4
6
Fig. 3: Connection of VEGADIS 81 with heating to the sensor
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 Sensor
3 Connection cable, sensor - VEGADIS 81
4 VEGADIS 81 with integrated heating
5 Display and adjustment module
6 Voltage supply, heating
Measured value indication and sensor adjustment are carried out via
smartphone/tablet through the display and adjustment module with
optional Bluetooth function integrated in VEGADIS 81.
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1
3
2
5
4
6
Fig. 4: Connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 Sensor
3 Connection cable, sensor - VEGADIS 81
4 Display and adjustment module
5 VEGADIS 81
6 Smartphone/Tablet
The sensor adjustment is carried out via the VEGADIS 81, the
VEGACONNECT as well as a PC with PACTware.
Wireless sensor adjust-
ment
Sensor adjustment via PC
with PACTware

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1
3
2
6
45
4
4
Fig. 5: Connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor and the PC
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 Sensor
3 Connection cable VEGADIS 81 - Sensor
4 VEGADIS 81
5 VEGACONNECT
6 PC with PACTware/DTM
The wireless sensor adjustment is carried out via a PC with PACT-
ware/DTM and Bluetooth USB adapter.
1
3
2
7
45
46
4
4
Fig. 6: Connection of VEGADIS 81 with Bluetooth to the sensor and connection
to the PC
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 Sensor
3 Connection cable VEGADIS 81 - Sensor
4 VEGADIS 81
5 VEGACONNECT
6 Bluetooth USB adapter
7 PC with PACTware/DTM
Wireless sensor ad-
justment via PC with
PA CTwa r e

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3.3 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 of standard instruments consists of environment-
friendly, recyclable cardboard. 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"
• Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
With an instrument weight of more than 18 kg (39.68 lbs) suitable and
approved equipment must be used for lifting and carrying.
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts
The display and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured
value indication, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be inserted into the
sensor or the external display and adjustment unit and removed at
any time.
The integrated Bluetooth module (optional) enables wireless adjust-
ment via standard adjustment devices:1)
• Smartphone/tablet (iOS or Android operating system)
• PC/notebook with Bluetooth USB adapter (Windows operating
system)
Youcanndfurtherinformationintheoperatinginstructions"Display
and adjustment module PLICSCOM" (Document-ID 36433).
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
Lifting and carrying
PLICSCOM
1) Bluetooth function with VEGADIS 82 can only be used at a later date.

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4 Mounting
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4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
VEGADIS 81 functions in any installation position.
Protect your instrument against moisture ingress through the following
measures:
• Use the recommended cable (see chapter "Connecting to power
supply")
• Tighten the cable gland
• Whenmountinghorizontally,turnthehousingsothatthecable
gland points downward
• Loop the connection cable downward in front of the cable gland
This applies mainly to outdoor installations, in areas where high
humidity is expected (e.g. through cleaning processes) and on cooled
or heated vessels.
To maintain the housing protection, make sure that the housing lid is
closed during operation and locked, if necessary.
Makesurethatthedegreeofcontaminationspeciedinchapter
"Technical data" meets the existing ambient conditions.
4.2 Mounting instructions
The VEGADIS 81 in all available housing materials is suitable for wall
mounting.
7 mm (0.28")
82 mm (3.23")
10 mm
(0.39")
Fig. 7: Drilling dimensions for VEGADIS 81 for wall mounting
The VEGADIS 81 with plastic housing is suitable for direct carrier rail
mounting according to EN 50022.
Installation position
Protection against mois-
ture
Wall mounting
Carrier rail mounting

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Fig. 8: VEGADIS 81 with plastic housing for carrier rail mounting
1 Base
2 Carrier rail
The versions with aluminium or stainless steel housing for carrier rail
mounting according to EN 50022 are supplied with unassembled
mounting accessories.The kit consists of an adapter plate and four
mounting screws M6 x 12.
The adapter plate is screwed to the base of VEGADIS 81 by the user.
3
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Fig. 9: VEGADIS 81 with aluminium and stainless steel housing for carrier rail
mounting
1 Base
2 Adapter plate with screws M6 x 12
3 Carrier rail
The VEGADIS 81 for tube mounting is supplied with unassembled
mounting accessories.The kit consists of two pairs of mounting
brackets and four mounting screws M6 x 100.
The mounting brackets are screwed to the base of VEGADIS 81 by
the user.
Tube mounting

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Fig. 10: VEGADIS 81 for tube mounting
1 4 screws M6 x 100
2 Mounting brackets
3 Tube (diameter 1" to 2")

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5 Connecting to the sensor
5.1 Preparing the connection
Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:
Warning:
Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage.
• The electrical connection must only be carried out by trained
personnel authorised by the plant operator.
• If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should
be installed.
The VEGADIS 81 is connected with standard four-wire cable to the
sensor. Depending on the sensor version, screened cable will be
necessary.Youcanndappropriateinformationintheoperating
instructions of the respective sensor.
Note:
Youcanndasuitable,assembledconnectioncablewithsocket
M12 x 1 in our product program.
VEGADIS 81 is connected to the sensor with a screened four-wire ca-
ble up to 25 m long. This cable is absolutely necessary for the reliable
function of VEGADIS 81 as well as the sensor.
Note:
YoucanndthiscablewithsocketM12x1andunassembled
M12 x 1 plug connection for the sensor housing as PA/FF adapter kit
in our product program.
4 … 20 mA/HART sensor
If screened cable is required, connect with 4 … 20 mA/HART sen-
sors the cable screen on both ends to ground potential. In VEGADIS
81 and in the sensor, the screen must be connected directly to the
internal ground terminal.The ground terminal on the outside of the
respective housing must be connected to the potential equalisation
(low impedance).
PA/FF sensor
Connect with PA/FF sensors the cable screen of the special cable
only on one side in the sensor to ground potential. For this, the screen
is directly connected in the sensor to the internal ground terminal
through the plug connection.The ground terminal on the outside of
thehousingmustbeconnectedtopotentialequalization(lowimped-
ance).
5.2 Connection procedure
The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the spring-
loaded terminals in the housing.
Connection to the display and adjustment module or to the interface
adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing.
Safety instructions
Connection cable -
4 … 20 mA/HART sensor
Connection cable -
PA/FF sensor
Cable screening and
grounding
Connection technology

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Information:
The terminal block is pluggable and can be removed from the
electronics. To do this, lift the terminal block with a small screwdriver
and pull it out. When reinserting the terminal block, you should hear it
snap in.
Proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew the housing lid
2. If a display and adjustment module is installed, remove it by turn-
ing it slightly to the left
3. Loosen compression nut of the cable gland and remove blind
plug
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
Fig. 11: Connection steps 5 and 6
6. Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan
Information:
Solidcoresaswellasexiblecoreswithwireendsleevesareinsert-
eddirectlyintotheterminalopenings.Incaseofexiblecoreswithout
end sleeves, press the terminal from above with a small screwdriver,
the terminal opening is then free. When the screwdriver is released,
the terminal closes again.
Youcanndfurtherinformationonthemax.wirecross-sectionunder
"Technical data - Electromechanical data".
7. Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on
them
8. Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the
external ground terminal to potential equalisation
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9. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland. The seal
ring must completely encircle the cable
10. Reinsert the display and adjustment module, if one was installed
11. Screw the housing lid back on
5.3 Wiring plan
3
2
1
Display
Fig. 12: Electronics and terminal compartment VEGADIS 81
1 Contact pins for the display and adjustment module
2 Spring-loaded terminals for connection of the sensor
3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
Electronics and terminal
compartment

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5
3
4
1
2
Display
power supply
Fig. 13: Electronics and terminal compartment - VEGADIS 81 with heating
1 Contact pins for the display and adjustment module
2 Spring-loaded terminals for conntection of the voltage supply for the heating
3 Spring-loaded terminals for connection of the sensor
4 Plug connector to the heated display and adjustment module
5 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
5 6 7 8 4
2
1
Fig. 14: Wiring plan VEGADIS 81 for 4 … 20 mA/HART sensors
1 To the sensor
2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen2)
Electronics and termi-
nal compartment - with
heating
Wiring plan 4 … 20 mA/
HART
2) Connect screen here. Connect ground terminal on the outside of the housing
to ground as prescribed.The two terminals are galvanically connected.

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power supply Display
(+)1 2(-) 5 6 7 8 4
3
2
1
Fig. 15: Wiring plan VEGADIS 81 for 4 … 20 mA/HART sensors, display and
adjustment module with heating
1 To the sensor
2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen3)
3 Voltage supply for the heating
Display
5 6 7 8 4
1
Fig. 16: Wiring plan VEGADIS 81 for PA/FF sensors
1 To the sensor
Wiring plan 4 … 20 mA/
HART with heating
Wiring plan PA/FF
3) Connect screen here. Connect ground terminal on the outside of the housing
to ground as prescribed.The two terminals are galvanically connected.

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power supply Display
(+)1 2(-) 5 6 7 8 4
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Fig. 17: Wiring plan VEGADIS 81 for PA/FF sensors, display and adjustment
module with heating
1 To the sensor
2 Voltage supply for the heating
5.4 Connection examples 4 … 20 mA/HART
5 6 7 8
4
2
3
1
4
5
12
+
( ) (-)
678
4...20mA
Fig. 18: Connection example 4 … 20 mA/HART - connection via standard cable
1 Sensor
2 VEGADIS 81
3 Connection cable
4 Supply and signal circuit, sensor
5 6 7 8
4
2
3
1
4
5
12
+
( ) (-)
678
4...20mA
Fig. 19: Connection example 4 … 20 mA/HART - connection via standard cable
- screened
1 Sensor
2 VEGADIS 81
3 Connection cable
4 Supply and signal circuit, sensor
Wiring plan PA/FF with
heating
Connection via standard
cable
Connection via standard
cable - screened