Vega VEGAPULS 64 User manual

Operating Instructions
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 64
HART and accumulator pack
Document ID: 56611

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Contents
VEGAPULS 64 • HART and accumulator pack
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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 Radio license for Europe .................................................................................................. 6
2.8 Radio license for USA ...................................................................................................... 7
2.9 Radio license for Canada ................................................................................................. 7
2.10 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 9
3 Product description ............................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................. 10
3.2 Principle of operation...................................................................................................... 11
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage................................................................................... 12
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ............................................................................... 12
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................. 14
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Mounting versions, plastic horn antenna ........................................................................ 15
4.3 Mounting preparations, mounting strap.......................................................................... 17
4.4 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 18
4.5 Measurement setup - Flow............................................................................................. 25
5 Connecting to power supply................................................................................................. 28
5.1 Connection of the battery charger .................................................................................. 28
5.2 Wiring plan ..................................................................................................................... 28
5.3 Switch-on phase............................................................................................................. 29
6 Set up with the display and adjustment module ................................................................ 31
6.1 Insert display and adjustment module............................................................................ 31
6.2 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 32
6.3 Measured value indication - Selection of national language........................................... 33
6.4 Parameter adjustment - Quick setup .............................................................................. 34
6.5 Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment................................................................ 34
6.6 Saving the parameterisation data................................................................................... 50
7 Setup with PACTware............................................................................................................. 51
7.1 Connect the PC.............................................................................................................. 51
7.2 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 51
7.3 Saving the parameterisation data................................................................................... 52
8 Set up with other systems .................................................................................................... 53
8.1 DD adjustment programs ............................................................................................... 53
8.2 Field Communicator 375, 475 ........................................................................................ 53
9 Diagnosis, asset management and service ........................................................................ 54

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9.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 54
9.2 Measured value and event memory ............................................................................... 54
9.3 Asset Management function........................................................................................... 55
9.4 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 58
9.5 Exchanging the electronics module................................................................................ 62
9.6 Software update ............................................................................................................. 62
9.7 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 63
10 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 64
10.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 64
10.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 64
11 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 65
11.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 65
11.2 Radio astronomy stations............................................................................................... 76
11.3 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 76
11.4 Industrial property rights................................................................................................. 87
11.5 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 87
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: 2018-01-15

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1 About this document
VEGAPULS 64 • HART and accumulator pack
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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
instructions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
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, 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
2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this documentation 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
The VEGAPULS 64 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
Due to the integrated accumulator the instrument is particularly
suitable as a portable measuring system or test sensor for special
applications.
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.
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
reasons,onlytheaccessoryspeciedbythemanufacturermustbe
used.

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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.
Depending on the instrument version, the emitting frequencies are in
the C, K or W band range.The low emission power is far below the
internationally approved limit values.When used correctly, the device
poses no danger to health.
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 43 – Signal level for fault information from measuring transduc-
ers
• NE53–Compatibilityofelddevicesanddisplay/adjustment
components
• NE107-Self-monitoringanddiagnosisofelddevices
For further information see www.namur.de.
2.7 Radio license for Europe
The instrument was tested according to the latest issue of the follow-
ingharmonizedstandards:
• EN 302372 - Tank Level Probing Radar
• EN 302729 - Level Probing Radar
It is hence approved for use inside and outside closed vessels in
countries of the EU.
Use is also approved in EFTA countries, provided the respective
standards have been implemented.
For operation inside of closed vessels, points a to f in annex E of
EN302372mustbefullled.
For operation outside of closed vessels, the following conditions must
befullled:
• The instrument must be stationary mounted and the antenna
directed vertically downward
• The instrument may only be used outside closed vessels in the
version with G1½ or 1½ NPT thread with integrated horn antenna.

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• The mounting location must be at least 4 km away from radio
astronomy stations, unless special permission was granted by the
responsible national approval authority
• When installed within 4 to 40 km of a radio astronomy station,
the instrument must not be mounted higher than 15 m above the
ground.
Youcanndalistoftherespectiveradioastronomystationsinchap-
ter "Supplement".
2.8 Radio license for USA
This approval is only valid for USA. Hence the following text is only
available in the English language:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference, and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device
This device is approved for unrestricted use only inside closed, sta-
tionaryvesselsmadeofmetal,reinforcedberglassorconcrete.
For operation outside of closed vessels, the following conditions must
befullled:
• This device shall be installed and maintained to ensure a verti-
cally downward orientation of the transmit antenna's main beam.
Furthermore, the use of any mechanism that does not allow the
main beam of the transmitter to be mounted vertically downward is
prohibited.
• Operation of the instrument is only permitted with thread G1½ or
1½ NPT with integrated horn antenna.
• Thisdeviceshallbeinstalledonlyatxedlocations.TheLPR
device shall not operate while being moved or while inside a mov-
ing container.
• Hand-held applications are prohibited.
• Marketing to residential consumers is prohibited.
Changesormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythemanufac-
turer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
2.9 Radio license for Canada
This approval is only valid for Canada. Hence the following texts are
only available in the English/French language:
This device complies with Industry Canada's license-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following conditions:
• This device may not cause interference, and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device
This device has been approved for both closed containers and open-
air environments with the following limitations:

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• ClosedContainers:Forinstallationsutilizingatiltduringinstalla-
tion: This device is limited to installation in a completely enclosed
containermadeofmetal,reinforcedberglassorconcretetopre-
vent RF emissions, which can otherwise interfere with aeronauti-
cal navigation, the maximum approved tilt angel is 10°.
• Open Air Environment: For operation outside of closed vessels,
thefollowingconditionmustbefullled:Thisdeviceshallbe
installed and maintained to ensure a vertically downward orienta-
tion of the transmit antenna's main beam. Furthermore, the use of
any mechanism that does not allow the main beam of the transmit-
ter to be mounted vertically downward is prohibited.
• Operation of the instrument outside of closed vessels is only per-
mitted with G1½ or 1½ NPT with integrated horn antenna.
• The installation of the LPR/TLPR device shall be done by trained
installers, in strict compliance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Thisdeviceshallbeinstalledonlyatxedlocations.TheLPR
device shall not operate while being moved or while inside a mov-
ing container.
• Hand-held applications are prohibited.
• Marketing to residential consumers is prohibited.
• The use of this device is on a "no-interference, no-protection"
basis.That is, the user shall accept operations of high-powered
radar in the same frequency band which may interfere with or
damage this device.
• However, devices found to interfere with primary licensing opera-
tions will be required to be removed at the user's expense.
• The installer/user of this device shall ensure that it is at least 10 km
from the Dominion Astrophysical Radio Observatory (DRAO) near
Penticton, British Columbia.The coordinates of the DRAO are
latitude49°19′15″Nandlongitude119°37′12″W.Fordevicesnot
meeting this 10 km separation (e.g., those in the Okanagan Valley,
British Columbia,) the installer/user must coordinate with, and
obtain the written concurrence of, the Director of the DRAO before
the equipment can be installed or operated.The Director of the
DRAO may be contacted at 250-497-2300 (tel.)or 250-497-2355
(fax). (Alternatively, the Manager, Regulatory Standards, Industry
Canada, may be contacted.)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada ap-
plicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux conditions suivantes :
• L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; et
• L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélect-
rique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromet-
tre le fonctionnement.
Cet appareil est homologué pour une utilisation dans les cuves fer-
mées et les environnements ouverts avec les restrictions suivantes :
• Cuves fermées : Pour les installations impliquant une inclinaison
lors de l'installation : cet appareil ne doit être installé que dans une
cuve totalement fermée en métal ou en béton, pour empêcher les

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émissions RF susceptibles d'interférer avec la navigation aéronau-
tique. L'angle d'inclinaison maximum autorisé est de 10°.
• Environnement ouvert : Pour l'utilisation hors des cuves fermées,
la condition suivante doit être remplie : L'appareil doit être installé
et entretenu de manière à garantir une orientation verticale vers
le bas du faisceau principal de l’antenne émettrice. De plus,
l’utilisation de tout mécanisme ne permettant pas l’orientation ver-
ticale vers le bas du faisceau principal de l’émetteur est interdite
• Il est uniquement autorisé d'utiliser la version d'appareil avec le
letageG1½ou1½NPTenenvironnementsouvertes.
• L’installationd’undispositifLPRouTLPRdoitêtreeectuée
pardesinstallateursqualiés,enpleineconformitéavecles
instructions du fabricant.
• Cetappareilnedoitêtreinstalléqu'àdesemplacementsxes.
L’appareil LPR ne doit pas être utilisé pendant qu’il est en train
d’être déplacé ou se trouve dans un conteneur en mouvement.
• Les applications portables sont interdites.
• La vente à des particuliers est interdite
• Ce dispositif ne peut être exploité qu'en régime de non-brouillage
et de non-protection, c'est-à-dire que l'utilisateur doit accepter que
des radars de haute puissance de la même bande de fréquences
puissent brouiller ce dispositif ou même l'endommager. D'autre
part, les capteurs de niveau qui perturbent une exploitation autori-
sée par licence de fonctionnement principal doivent être enlevés
aux frais de leur utilisateur.
• La personne qui installe/utilise ce capteur de niveau doit s'assurer
qu'il se trouve à au moins 10 km de l'Observatoire fédéral de
radioastrophysique (OFR) de Penticton en Colombie-Britannique.
Lescoordonnéesdel'OFRsont:latitudeN49°19′15″,longitude
O119°37′12″.Lapersonnequiinstalle/utiliseundispositifne
pouvant respecter cette distance de 10 km (p. ex. dans la vallée
de l'Okanagan [Colombie-Britannique]) doit se concerter avec le
directeurdel'OFRand’obtenirdesapartuneautorisationécrite
avant que l'équipement ne puisse être installé ou mis en marche.
Le directeur de l'OFR peut être contacté au 250-497-2300 (tél.) ou
au 250-497-2355 (fax). (Le Directeur des Normes réglementaires
d'Industrie Canada peut également être contacté).
2.10 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:
2
1
12
11
10
9
5
6
4
3
7
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Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Type approval mark
4 Power supply and signal output, electronics
5 Protection rating
6 Measuring range
7 Permissible process pressure
8 Material wetted parts
9 Serial number of the instrument
10 Data matrix code for VEGA Tools app
11 Symbol of the device protection class
12 Reminder to observe the 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
Go to "www.vega.com", "Instrument search (serial number)". Enter
the serial number.
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 Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument
versions:
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
ment search
Scope of this operating
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• Hardware version from 1.0.3
• Software version from 1.3.1
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Radar sensor
• Integrated power pack
• Optional accessory
• Documentation
– Quick setup guide VEGAPULS 64
– Instructions for optional instrument features
– Ex-specic"Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– Ifnecessary,furthercerticates
Information:
In this operating instructions manual, the optional instrument features
are described.The respective scope of delivery results from the order
specication.
3.2 Principle of operation
VEGAPULS 64 is a radar sensor for continuous level measurement of
liquids.
Thesmallprocessttingsoerparticularadvantagesinsmalltanksor
tight mounting spaces.The very good signal focusing ensures the use
in vessels with many installations such as stirrers and heating spirals.
TheVEGAPULS64isavailablewithdierentantennasystems:
1 2 3
Fig. 2: Antenna systems VEGAPULS 64
1 Thread with integrated horn antenna
2 Plastic horn antenna
3 Flange with encapsulated antenna system
The instrument emits a continuous radar signal through its antenna.
This signal is frequency modulated in the form of a sawtooth wave.
Theemittedsignalisreectedbythemediumandreceivedbythe
antenna as an echo.
The frequency of the received signal always deviates from the actual
emittingfrequency.Thefrequencydierenceisproportionaltothe
distanceandthustothellingheight.Thisdierenceiscalculated
Scope of delivery
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viaspecialalgorithmsinthesensorelectronics.Thedeterminedll-
ing height is then converted into a corresponding output signal and
outputted as the measured value.
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 instrument weights 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)
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
Lifting and carrying
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Youcanndfurtherinformationintheoperatinginstructions"Display
and adjustment module PLICSCOM" (Document-ID 36433).
The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of
communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. For
parameter adjustment of these instruments, the adjustment software
PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required.
Youcanndfurtherinformationintheoperatinginstructions"Interface
adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).
The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and
intense heat from solar radiation.
Youwillndadditionalinformationinthesupplementaryinstructions
manual "Protective cover" (Document-ID 34296).
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.
Youcanndadditionalinformationinthesupplementaryinstructions
manual "Flanges according to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS".
Electronics module "VEGAPULS series 60" is a replacement part for
radarsensorsofVEGAPULSseries60.Adierentversionisavailable
for each type of signal output.
Youcanndfurtherinformationintheoperatinginstructions"Elec-
tronics module VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 36801).
The supplementary electronics "Power pack" is a replacement part for
sensors with integrated accumulator.
Youcanndfurtherinformationintheoperatinginstructions"Sup-
plementary electronics for 4 … 20 mA/HART and power pack"
(Document-ID 41033).
VEGACONNECT
Protective cover
Flanges
Electronics module
Supplementary electron-
ics for power pack
1) Bluetooth function with VEGADIS 82 can only be used at a later date.

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4.1 General instructions
Protect your instrument against moisture ingress through the following
measures:
• Use a suitable connection cable (see chapter "Connecting to
power supply")
• Tighten the cable gland or plug connector
• Whenmountinghorizontally,turnthehousingsothatthecable
gland or plug connector point downward
• 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.
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.
Make sure before mounting that all parts of the instrument exposed 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
Youcannddetailedinformationontheprocessconditionsinchapter
"Technical data" as well as on the type label.
The instrument is suitable for standard and extended ambient condi-
tions acc. to IEC/EN 61010-1.
As a standard feature, the VEGAPULS 64 is separate from the pro-
cess through its plastic antenna encapsulation.
Optionally, the instrument is available with a Second Line of Defense
(SLOD), a second process separation. It is located as gas-tight
leadthrough between the process component and the electronics.
This means additional safety against penetration of the medium fron
the process into the instrument.
Protection against mois-
ture
Suitability for the process
conditions
Suitability for the ambient
conditions
Second Line of Defense

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4.2 Mounting versions, plastic horn antenna
The optional mounting strap allows simple mounting of the instrument
on a wall, ceiling or boom. Especially in the case of open vessels, this
isasimpleandeectivewaytoalignthesensortothesurfaceofthe
bulk solid material.
The following versions are available:
• Length 300 mm
• Length 170 mm
The instrument is normally mounted vertically with a bracket on the
ceiling.
This allows swivelling the sensor up to 180° for optimal orientation
and rotating for optimal connection.
Fig. 3: Ceiling mounting via the mounting strap with length 300 mm
Asanalternativethestrapmountingiscarriedouthorizontallyor
obliquely.
> 200 mm
(7.87")
Fig. 4: Wall mounting horizontally via the mounting strap with length 170 mm
Mounting strap
Mounting strap - Ceiling
mounting
Mounting strap - Wall
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Fig. 5: Wall mounting with inclined wall via the mounting strap with length
300 mm
Two versions are available for mounting the instrument on a socket:
• Combicompressionange
• Adapterange
Combicompressionange
Thecombicompressionangeissuitablefordierentvesselanges
DN 80, ASME 3" and JIS 80. It comes not sealed against the radar
sensorandcanthusonlybeusedunpressurized.Itcanberetrotted
oninstrumentswithsinglechamberhousing,retrottingtoadouble
chamber housing is not possible.
1
Fig. 6: Combi compression ange
1 Combi compression ange
Adapterange
TheadapterangeisavailablefromDN100,ASME4"andJIS100.It
is permanently connected with the radar sensor and sealed.
Flange

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1
2
Fig. 7: Adapter ange
1 Connection screw
2 Adapter ange
3 Process seal
4.3 Mounting preparations, mounting strap
The mounting strap is supplied unassembled (optionally) and must be
screwed to the sensor before setup with three hexagon socket screws
M5 x 10 and spring washers. Max. torque, see chapter "Technical
data".Requiredtools:Allenwrenchsize4.
Therearetwodierentvariantsofscrewingthestraptothesensor,
see following illustration:
1 2
Fig. 8: Mounting strap for screwing to the sensor
1 For angle of inclination in steps
2 For angle of inclination, innitely variable
Depending on the selected variant, the sensor can be rotated in the
strap:
• Single chamber housing
– Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180°
– Angleofinclination180°,innitelyvariable
• Double chamber housing
– Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90°
– Angleofinclination90°,innitelyvariable

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4.4 Mounting instructions
Radar sensors for level measurement emit electromagnetic waves.
Thepolarizationisthedirectionoftheelectricalcomponentofthese
waves.
Thepolarizationdirectionismarkedbyanoseonthehousing,see
following drawing:
1
Fig. 9: Position of the polarisation
1 Nose for marking the direction of polarisation
Information:
Whenthehousingisrotated,thedirectionofpolarizationchanges
andhencetheinuenceofthefalseechoonthemeasuredvalue.
Please keep this in mind when mounting or making changes later.
When mounting the sensor, keep a distance of at least 200 mm
(7.874 in) from the vessel wall. If the sensor is installed in the center
of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise. However,
these can be suppressed by an appropriate adjustment (see chapter
"Setup").
If you cannot maintain this distance, you should carry out a false
signal suppression during setup.This applies particularly if buildup on
the vessel wall is expected. In such cases, we recommend repeating
the false signal suppression at a later date with existing buildup.
> 200 mm
(7.87
")
Fig. 10: Mounting of the radar sensor on round vessel tops
In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the
sensor in the centre of the vessel, as measurement is then possible
down to the bottom.
Polarisation
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Fig. 11: Mounting of the radar sensor on vessels with conical bottom
The measuring range of VEGAPULS 64 begins physically at the end
of the antenna.The min./max. adjustment, however, begins at the
referenceplane.Thereferenceplaneisdierentdependingonthe
sensor version.
• Plastic horn antenna: The reference plane is the sealing surface
on the lower edge
• Thread with integrated horn antenna: The reference plane is
the sealing surface at the bottom of the hexagon
• Flange with encapsulated antenna system: The reference
planeistheloweredgeoftheangeplating
• Hygienicttings: The reference plane is the highest contact point
betweensensorprocessttingandweldedsocket
The following graphic shows the position of the reference plane with
dierentsensorversions.
2
1
1
1
1
34 5
Fig. 12: Position of the reference plane
1 Reference plane
2 Plastic horn antenna
3 Threaded ttings
4 Flange connections
5 Hygienic ttings
Donotmounttheinstrumentsinorabovethellingstream.Makesure
thatyoudetecttheproductsurface,nottheinowingproduct.
Reference plane
Inowingmedium

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Fig. 13: Mounting of the radar sensor with inowing medium
The socket piece should be dimensioned in such a way that the an-
tenna end protrudes at least 5 mm (0.2 in) out of the socket.
ca. 5 mm
Fig. 14: Recommended socket mounting
Ifthereectivepropertiesofthemediumaregood,youcanmount
VEGAPULS 64 on sockets longer than the antenna.The socket end
should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded.
Note:
When mounting on longer sockets, we recommend carrying out a
false signal suppression (see chapter "Parameter adjustment").
Youwillndrecommendedvaluesforsocketheightsinthefollowing
illustration or the tables. The values come from typical applications.
Deviating from the proposed dimensions, also longer sockets are
possible, however the local conditions must be taken into account.
d
h
Fig. 15: Socket mounting with deviating socket dimensions
Socket diameter d Socket length h
40 mm
50 mm
1½"
2" ≤150mm ≤5.9in
Socket with threaded
tting