Vega VEGAMIP R62 User manual

Operating Instructions
VEGAMIP R62
Receiving unit
Transistor
Document ID: 41911

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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 Radio license for Europe .................................................................................................. 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........................................................................................................ 7
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage..................................................................................... 9
3.4 Accessories.................................................................................................................... 10
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................. 12
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 13
5 Connecting to power supply................................................................................................. 25
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 25
5.2 Connection procedure.................................................................................................... 26
5.3 Wiring plan receiving unit ............................................................................................... 28
6 Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 31
6.1 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 31
6.2 Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... 32
7 Maintenanceandfaultrectication...................................................................................... 37
7.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 37
7.2 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 37
7.3 Exchanging the electronics ............................................................................................ 38
7.4 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 38
8 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 39
8.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 39
8.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 39
9 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 40
9.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 40
9.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 44
9.3 Industrial property rights................................................................................................. 48
9.4 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 48

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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: 2020-05-20

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1 About this document
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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 VEGAMIP 62 is a sensor for point level detection.
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.
The emitting frequencies of the sensors depend on the model, but
are all in the K band range. The low transmitting power lies far below
the internationally permitted limit value. When the instrument is used
correctly, it presents no danger to human health. It may be operated
without restriction outside of closed vessels.

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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.
The EU conformity declaration can be found on our homepage.
Electromagnetic compatibility
Instruments in four-wire or Ex-d-ia version are designed for use in an
industrial environment. Nevertheless, electromagnetic interference
from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into
account, as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326-
1.Iftheinstrumentisusedinadierentenvironment,theelectromag-
netic compatibility to other instruments must be ensured by suitable
measures.
2.6 Radio license for Europe
The instrument was tested according to the latest issue of the follow-
ingharmonizedstandards:
EN 300440-1 - Short Range Devices (SRD)
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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3.1 Conguration
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument:
• Article number
• Serial number
• Technical data
• ID numbers, instrument documentation
The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it
youcanndthefollowinginstrumentdataonourhomepage:
• Product code (HTML)
• Delivery date (HTML)
• Order-specicinstrumentfeatures(HTML)
• Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of ship-
ment (PDF)
• Order-specicsensordataforanelectronicsexchange(XML)
• Testcerticate(PDF)-optional
Move to "www.vega.com"andenterinthesearcheldtheserial
number of your instrument.
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone:
• Download the VEGA Tools app from the "Apple App Store" or the
"Google Play Store"
• Scan the DataMatrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Point level sensor VEGAMIP R62 (receiving unit)
• External housing (processing unit)
The further scope of delivery encompasses:
• Documentation
– Operating instructions VEGAMIP 62
– Instructions for optional instrument features
– Ex-specic"Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– Ifnecessary,furthercerticates
The corresponding emitting unit VEGAMIP T61 is described in a
separate operating instructions manual.
3.2 Principle of operation
VEGAMIP 62 is a microwave barrier for level detection.
It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and
can be used in bulk solids and liquids.
Typicalapplicationsareoverllanddryrunprotection.Withanoperat-
ing distance of 100 m, VEGAMIP 62 can be used, for example, in bulk
solids silos with large diameters.Thanks to its simple and rugged
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
ment search
Scope of delivery
Application area

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measuringsystem,VEGAMIP62isvirtuallyunaectedbytheprocess
and the chemical and physical properties of the medium.
VEGAMIP 62 can also be used for detection of vehicles and ships or
for material recognition on conveyor belts.
Itworksevenunderextremelydicultconditions:dierentgrainsizes,
contamination,extremellingnoise,hightemperatures,strongdust
generation and abrasive products are all no problem for the instru-
ment.
The VEGAMIP consists of an emitting unit VEGAMIP T61 and a
receiving unit VEGAMIP R62 with external housing.
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3
1
4
5
7
8
Fig. 1: VEGAMIP 62 with plastic housing
1 Emitting unit VEGAMIP T61
2 Receiving unit VEGAMIP R62
3 External housing - VEGAMIP R62 (processing unit)
4 Housing lid
5 Housing with control electronics
6 Processtting
7 Mounting socket
8 Wall mounting plate
Severalantennaversionsareavailablefordierentapplications.

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1 2 3 5
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Fig. 2: Antenna versions
1 Threaded version, internal horn antenna with PTFE cover
2 Plastic encapsulated antenna with PP cover
3 Horn antenna (316L)
4 VEGAMIP 62 with angled antenna extension
5 Encapsulated horn antenna with PTFE cover
The emitting unit transmits a focused microwave signal via horn
antenna to the receiving unit on the opposite side. If there is medium
between emitting and receiving unit, the signal is damped.This
change is detected by the built-in electronics module and converted
into a switching command.
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 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
Functional principle
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage

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• 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 instrument weights of more than 18 kg (39.68 lbs) suitable and
approved equipment must be used for lifting and carrying.
3.4 Accessories
The instructions for the listed accessories can be found in the down-
load area on our homepage.
The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and
intense heat from solar radiation.
Screwedangesareavailableindierentversionsaccordingtothe
following standards: DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, BS 10, ASME B 16.5,
JIS B 2210-1984, GOST 12821-80.
In case of extremely abrasive conditions you can cover the emitting
and receiving units with a ceramic abrasion protection. This mounting
adapter "Abrasion protection" is screwed onto the thread of VEGAMIP
62 like an adapter.
The mounting adapter "Abrasion protection" can only be used with
the threaded version (internal horn antenna with PTFE cover)
Fig. 3: VEGAMIP 62 with ceramic mounting adapter "Abrasion protection"
-40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °C)
With high process temperatures exceeding 80 °C, you have to use a
mounting adapter "High temperature" for the emitting and the receiv-
ing unit.The mounting adapter "High temperature" can only be used
with the threaded version (internal horn antenna with PTFE cover).
x
Fig. 4: VEGAMIP 62 with mounting adapter "High temperature" -40 … +450 °C
(-40 … +842 °F)
x Length: Mounting adapter "High temperature"
Storage and transport
temperature
Lifting and carrying
Protective cover
Flanges
Mounting adapter "Abra-
sion protection"
Mounting adapter "High
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In case of high process temperatures of more than 80 °C you have
to use a "high temperature" mounting adapter for the emitting and
receiving unit. As an option, the "high temperature" mounting adapter
canbealsoequippedwithextensionforfront-ushmounting.Thus
the instrument can also be mounted into long sockets where there
isdangerofbuildupinthesocket.Theextensionisavailableinve
lengths: 40, 60, 80 100 and 150 mm (1.57, 2.36, 3.15, 3.94, 5.91 in).
x y
Fig. 5: VEGAMIP 62 with mounting adapter "High temperature with extension"
-40 … +450 °C (-40 … +842 °F)
Mounting adapter "High
temperature with exten-
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4.1 General instructions
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.
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
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
• 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.
Note:
Makesurethatthedegreeofcontaminationspeciedinchapter
"Technical data" meets the existing ambient conditions.
Note:
Make sure that during installation or maintenance no moisture or dirt
can get inside the instrument.
To maintain the housing protection, make sure that the housing lid is
closed during operation and locked, if necessary.
Screwing in
Process conditions
Protection against mois-
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Metric threads
In the case of instrument housings with metric thread, the cable
glands are screwed in at the factory. They are sealed with plastic
plugs as transport protection.
You have to remove these plugs before electrical connection.
NPT thread
In the case of instrument housings with self-sealing NPT threads, it is
not possible to have the cable entries screwed in at the factory.The
free openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red dust
protection caps as transport protection.The dust protection caps do
notprovidesucientprotectionagainstmoisture.
Prior to setup you have to replace these protective caps with ap-
proved cable glands or close the openings with suitable blind plugs.
4.2 Mounting instructions
If possible, install VEGAMIP 62 in a position where strong signal
damping by the medium is expected.
Avoidmountingtheinstrumenttooclosetothevesselwall.Reec-
tionsfromthevesselwallorfromvesselinstallationcaninuencethe
switching accuracy.
Fig. 6: Installation position (top view)
The VEGAMIP 62 requires a minimum medium thickness to detect
dierentproducts.
Dependent on the medium there will be a respective medium thick-
ness.
The properties of the medium are also dependent on the granulation
size,thebulkdensityandthemoisturecontent.
Some exemplary reference values for the min. strength of the me-
dium:
Medium type Medium Min. medium thickness
Plastic granules PTFE, PS > 1000 mm
PP, PE, HDPE, POM > 500 mm
PA, PVC, PVDF > 250 mm
Cable glands
Switching point
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Medium type Medium Min. medium thickness
Foodstusandwood Flour > 100 mm
Cereals, corn, rice > 100 mm
Wood chips (dry) > 500 mm
Wood chips (moist) > 100 mm
Mineral products / Ore Stones (e.g. limestone) > 100 mm
Cement, clinker > 100 mm
Glass (crushed) > 100 mm
Coal > 50 mm
Bauxite > 100 mm
Ore > 100 mm
IfVEGAMIP62ismountedinthellingstream,unwantedfalsemeas-
urement signals can be generated. For this reason, mount VEGAMIP
62atapositioninthevesselwherenodisturbances,e.g.fromlling
openings, agitators, etc., can occur.
Microwaves can penetrate non-conductive materials. Hence, it is pos-
sible to measure through the wall of non-conductive vessels.
Fig. 7: Bulk solids vessel of plastic
Inmetalvessels,youhavetomountVEGAMIP62onangesor
threaded sockets. It is also possible to measure through a window. In
general, all products such as glass, ceramic and plastic are suitable
as window material.
Max. thickness of the window material:
Type of material Window material Max. thickness
Plastics PTFE, PS < 5000 mm
PP, PE, HDPE, POM < 1000 mm
PA, PVC, PVDF < 500 mm
Rubber < 50 mm
Inowingmedium
Non-metallic vessels
Metal vessels

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Type of material Window material Max. thickness
Glass or ceramic Inspection glass < 200 mm
Aluminiumoxide ceram-
ic Al2O3
< 200 mm
Abrasion protection (ce-
ramic)
< 100 mm
Isolating material Mineral wool < 1000 mm
Ceramicbreplates < 1000 mm
Fireclay bricks < 500 mm
A
C
B
Fig. 8: Installation in front of a vessel window
A Window of non-conductive material, for example, glass, plastic, etc.
B Mounting with condensation on the inner wall of the vessel
C Inspectionglasstting
In general, the same as for metal vessels applies to concrete vessels
due to the steel braining.
In general, the same as for metal vessels applies to wood vessels due
to the liquid absorption of the wood.
VEGAMIP 62 can be used for detection of products in pipelines. In
pipelines of non-metallic products such as plastic or glass, the meas-
ured product can be detected through the pipe wall.
Concrete vessel
Wood vessels
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x
Fig. 9: Installation in pipelines
x Min. distance 100 mm (3.94 in)
Mount the threaded version of VEGAMIP 62 in the following way:
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Fig. 10: VEGAMIP 62, threaded version G1½
1 Polarisation marking
2 Instrument hexagon
3 Counter nut
4 Process seal
1. Insert the supplied process seal (4) before screwing in the instru-
ment
2. To screw VEGAMIP 62 in, use the instrument hexagon (2) below
the housing.
Screwtheinstrumentinandtightenitlightlywithaatspanner
3. Turn the sensor back (max. 180°) to reach the required orientation
of the polarisation marking (1)
4. Hold the instrument in this position and tighten with the counter
nut (3)
Caution:
The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying
tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing.
Note:
In the case of VEGAMIP 62 with NPT thread, the instrument seals in
the thread itself. Hence, no counter nut is necessary for these ver-
sions.
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Avoid long sockets in which the medium can remain and if possible,
mountVEGAMIP62front-ush.Thisappliesmainlyifbuildupand
dust are expected.
2
1
Fig.11:Frontushmounting
1 Unfavourable mounting - bulk solid can settle in front of the sensor
2 Correctfront-ushmounting
Ifafront-ushmountingisnotpossible,youcanlllongsocketswith
a plastic or ceramic cylinder to avoid build up of bulk solids and dust
deposits. Select the material according to the diameter of the socket
and adapt the length as far as possible to the shape of the vessel wall.
Securethellingmaterialagainstfallingoutorturning.Ifusingaxing
screw is technically not possible, you can secure the material in the
socket with an adhesive.
Buildup

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1
2
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1
Fig.12:Frontushmounting
1 Plastic or ceramic material
2 Fixing screw (if technically possible)
In very abrasive products, the VEGAMIP 62 should be installed with a
mounting adapter "Abrasion protection".
This mounting adapter "Abrasion protection" is screwed onto the
thread of VEGAMIP 62 like an adapter.
The mounting adapter "Abrasion protection" can only be used with
the threaded version (internal horn antenna with PTFE cover)
Abrasive medium

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Fig. 13: VEGAMIP 62 with ceramic mounting adapter "Abrasion protection"
-40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °C)
As an alternative you can install the VEGAMIP 62 in front of a suitable
window. In such case, use a respectively resistant window material.
With high process temperatures above 80 °C, you have to use a "high
temperature" mounting adapter for the emitting and receiving unit.
It is mounted onto the thread of VEGAMIP 62.
The "high temperature" mounting adapter is available in two tempera-
ture stages.
• -40 … +250 °C (-40 … +482 °F), length x: 150 mm (5.9 in)
• -40 … +450 °C (-40 … +842 °F), length x: 300 mm (11.8 in)
The mounting adapter "High temperature" can only be used with the
threaded version (internal horn antenna with PTFE cover)
x
Fig. 14: VEGAMIP 62 with mounting adapter "High temperature" -40 … +450 °C
(-40 … +842 °F)
x Length: Mounting adapter "High temperature"
As an option, the "high temperature" mounting adapter can be also
equippedwithanextensionforfront-ushmounting.Thustheinstru-
ment can also be mounted into long sockets where there is danger of
buildupinthesocket.Theextensionisavailableinvelengths:40,60,
80, 100 and 150 mm (1.57, 2.36, 3.15, 3.94, 5.91 in).
High process tempera-
tures

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yx
Fig. 15: Mounting adapter "High temperature with extension" -40 … +450 °C
(-40…+842°F)forfront-ushmounting
x Length: Mounting adapter "High temperature"
y Extension length 40, 60, 80, 100 or 150 mm (1.57, 2.36, 3.15, 3.94, 5.91 in)
In case of strong vessel vibrations, the VEGAMIP 62 should be
mountedwithantivibrationblocksorrubberbuers.
1
2
Fig. 16: Installation with vessel vibrations
1 Antivibrationblocksorrubberbuers
2 Window of non-conductive material, for example, glass, plastic, etc.
Angle
To get an optimal switching signal, the two sensors must be aligned to
each other.The accuracy must be in a range of ±5°.
Axisoset
Theaxesofthetwosensorscanbeosetupto<5%ofthesensor
distance (d) from each other. Example: with a distance of 1000 mm
Vibrations
Orientation of the sensor