Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids VEGAPULS 66 standpipe version Profibus PA Document ID: 36525
Quick start Quick start Mounting The quick start enables a quick setup with many applications. You can find further information in the respective chapters of the operating instructions manual. 1. In case of turbulences or strong product movement in the vessel, long standpipe antennas should be fastened to the vessel wall. 2. The measurement is only possible inside the tube, the standpipe antenna must hence reach up to the requested min.
Quick start 36525-EN-121011 The quick start is then finished. For further information see chapter "Parameter adjustment".
Contents Contents About this document 1.1 Function.............................................................................. 6 1.2 Target group........................................................................ 6 1.3 Symbolism used.................................................................. 6 2 For your safety 2.1 Authorised personnel.......................................................... 7 2.2 Appropriate use................................................................... 7 2.
Contents 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 Asset Management function.............................................. 37 Rectify faults...................................................................... 40 Exchanging the electronics module................................... 42 Software update................................................................ 43 How to proceed in case of repair....................................... 43 10 Dismounting 10.1 Dismounting steps...................................................
1 About this document 1 About this document 1.1 Function 1.2 Target group 1.3 Symbolism used This operating instructions manual provides all the information you need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance and fault rectification. Please read this information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device. This operating instructions manual is directed to trained qualified personnel.
2 For your safety 2 2.1 For your safety 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 VEGAPULS 66 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter "Product description".
2 For your safety 2.5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By affixing the CE marking, we confirm successful testing of the product. You can find the conformity certificate in the download section of our homepage. Only with Ex-d-ia version The instrument is designed for use in an industrial environment.
2 For your safety 2.9 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 protection. The environment management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001.
3 Product description 3 Type label Product description 3.1 Configuration The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: 1 16 15 2 3 14 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 12 11 10 Fig.
3 Product description Scope of delivery The scope of delivery encompasses: Application area The instrument is suitable for the measurement of liquids under difficult and extreme process conditions. Application possibilities can be found in the chemical industry, in environmental and recycling technology as well as in the petrochemical industry.
3 Product description Transport Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause damage to the device. Transport inspection The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
3 Product description You can find further information in the supplementary instructions "PLICSMOBILE T61" (Document-ID 36849). Flanges Screwed flanges are available in different versions according to the following standards: DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, ANSI B 16.5, JIS B 22101984, GOST 12821-80. You can find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual "Flanges according to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS" (Document-ID 31088).
4 Mounting 4 Screwing in 4.1 Mounting General instructions With instruments with threaded process fitting, suitable tools must be applied for tightening the hexagon. Warning: The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing. Moisture Use the recommended cables (see chapter "Connecting to power supply") and tighten the cable gland.
5 Connecting to the bus system 5 Safety instructions Connecting to the bus system 5.1 Preparing the connection Always keep in mind the following safety instructions: • • Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should be installed Voltage supply The voltage supply is provided by a Profibus DP /PA segment coupler. Connection cable Connection is made with screened cable according to the Profibus specification.
5 Connecting to the bus system ceramic capacitor (e.g. 1 nF, 1500 V). Low-frequency potential equalisation currents are thus suppressed, but the protective effect against high frequency interference signals remains. Connection technology 5.2 Connecting The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the springloaded terminals in the housing. The connection to the indicating and adjustment module or to the interface adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing.
5 Connecting to the bus system You can find further information to 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 outer ground terminal to potential equalisation 9. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry. The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 10. Place probably existing indicating and adjustment module back on 11.
5 Connecting to the bus system Electronics compartment 2 3 78 78 45 6 45 6 1 901 23 1 0 (+)1 901 23 0 Bus 2(-) 5 6 1 7 8 1 Fig. 5: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing 1 2 3 Internal connection to the connection compartment Contact pins for the indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter Selection switch for bus address Information: The connection of an external indicating and adjustment unit is not possible with this double chamber housing.
5 Connecting to the bus system 5.5 Wiring plan, double chamber housing Ex d Electronics compartment 2 3 78 78 45 6 45 6 1 901 23 1 0 (+)1 901 23 0 Bus 2(-) 1 5 6 7 8 4 Fig.
5 Connecting to the bus system Contact pin Colour connection cable in the sensor Terminal, electronics module Pin 3 Blue 7 Pin 4 Black 8 5.6 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar Wire assignment, connection cable 1 2 Fig. 11: Wire assignment fix-connected connection cable 1 2 Instrument address brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding 5.7 Set instrument address An address must be assigned to each Profibus PA instrument.
5 Connecting to the bus system 1 2 3 78 78 45 6 1 45 6 2(-) 901 23 0 (+)1 1 Bus 901 23 0 5 6 7 8 Fig. 12: Address selection switch 1 2 3 Software addressing Addresses <100 (selection 0), addresses >100 (selection 1) Decade of the address (selection 0 to 9) Unit position of the address (selection 0 to 9) The software addressing is only effective if address 126 or higher is adjusted on the instrument with the address selection switches.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module 6 6.1 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Insert indicating and adjustment module The indicating and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed any time. Four positions displaced by 90° can be selected. It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply. Proceed as follows: 1. Unscrew the housing cover 2.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module 1 2 Fig. 14: Insertion of the indicating and adjustment module with double chamber housing 1 2 In the electronics compartment In the connection compartment (with Ex-d-ia version not possible) Note: If you intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication, a higher cover with an inspection glass is required. 6.2 Adjustment system 1 2 36525-EN-121011 Fig.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module • • • Adjustment system –– Edit parameter –– Save value [->] key: –– Presentation change measured value –– Select list entry –– Select editing position [+] key: –– Change value of the parameter [ESC] key: –– interrupt input –– Jump to next higher menu The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the indicating and adjustment module. The LC display indicates the individual menu items.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module You can find in the operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module" also the description of the menu sections "Display" and "Info". In the main menu point "Setup", the individual submenu points should be selected subsequently and provided with the correct parameters to ensure the optimum adjustment of the measurement. The procedure is described in the following. Setup Setup/Medium Each medium has different reflection properties.
100% 2 5m (196.9") 0,5 m (19.68") 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module 0% 1 Fig. 16: Parameter adjustment example min./max. adjustment 1 2 Min. level = max. meas. distance Max. level = min. meas. distance If these values are not known, an adjustment with the distances of for example 10 % and 90 % is possible. Starting point for these distance specifications is always the seal surface of the thread or flange. By means of these settings, the real level will be calculated.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module 4. Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel (e.g. distance from the sensor to the vessel bottom) corresponding to the percentage value. 5. Save settings with [OK] and move with [ESC] and [->] to the max. adjustment. Setup/Max. adjustment Proceed as follows: 1. Select with [->] the menu item max. adjustment and confirm with [OK]. 2.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Diagnoses/Curve indication The "Echo curve" shows the signal strength of the echoes over the measuring range in dB. The signal strength enables an evaluation of the quality of the measurement. The "False signal suppression" displays the saved false echoes (see menu "Additional settings") of the empty vessel with signal strength in "dB" over the measuring range.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module • • • Vessel installations such as struts Agitators Buildup or welded joints on vessel walls Note: A false signal suppression detects, marks and saves these false signals so that they are no longer taken into account for level measurement. This should be done with the low level so that all potential interfering reflections can be detected. Proceed as follows: 1. Select the menu item "Additional settins" with [->] and confirm with [OK].
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module The menu item "Delete" is used to completely delete an already created false signal suppression. This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel. The menu item "Extend" is used to extend an already created false signal suppression. This is useful if a false signal suppression was carried out with a too high level and not all false signals could be detected.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Additional adjustments/ Reset When a reset is carried out, all settings (with only a few exceptions) are reset. The exceptions are: PIN, language, lighting, SIL and HART mode. The following reset functions are available: Delivery status: Restoring the parameter settings at the time of shipment from the factory incl. the order-specific settings.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Menu Menu item Default value Additional adjustments Distance unit m Temperature unit °C Unit SV2 m Probe length Length of the standpipe Ex factory Linearisation curve Linear Sensor address 126 6.4 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operating instructions manual, and archiving them afterwards. They are thus available for multiple use or service purposes.
7 Setup with PACTware 7 Setup with PACTware 7.1 Connect the PC Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor 2 1 3 Fig. 17: Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter 1 2 3 USB cable to the PC Interface adapter VEGACONNECT 4 Sensor Information: The interface adapter VEGACONNECT 3 is not suitable for connection to the sensor. Prerequisites 7.
7 Setup with PACTware Fig. 18: Example of a DTM view Standard/Full version All device DTMs are available as a free-of-charge standard version and as a full version that must be purchased. In the standard version, all functions for complete setup are already included. An assistant for simple project configuration simplifies the adjustment considerably. Saving/printing the project as well as import/export functions are also part of the standard version.
8 Set up with other systems 8 8.1 Set up with other systems DD adjustment programs Device descriptions as Enhanced Device Description (EDD) are available for DD adjustment programs such as, for example, AMS™ and PDM. 36525-EN-121011 The files can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under "Software".
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service 9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service 9.1 Maintenance 9.2 Measured value and event memory If the device is used correctly, no maintenance is required in normal operation. The instrument has several memories which are available for diagnosis purposes. The data remain even with voltage interruption. Measured value memory Up to 60,000 measured values can be stored in the sensor in a ring memory.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service Further echo curves: Up to 10 echo curves can be stored in a ring buffer in this memory section. Further echo curves are stored via: • • PC with PACTware/DTM Control system with EDD 9.3 Asset Management function The instrument features self-monitoring and diagnostics according to NE 107 and VDI/VDE 2650.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service Failure (failure) The following table shows the codes and text messages of the status message "Failure" and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service Code Rectification PA DevSpec F260 –– Error in the calibration carried out in the Error in the factory calibration –– Error in the EEPROM –– Exchanging the electronics –– Send instrument for repair Bit 9 –– Error during setup Error in the –– False signal suppression faulty configura–– Error when carrying tion out a reset –– Repeat setup –– Repeat reset Bit 10 Text message Cause Diagnosis F261 F264 –– Adjustment not within –– Check or correct Bit 11 th
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service Maintenance The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message "Maintenance" and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service Treatment of measurement errors with standpipe versions The below tables show typical examples of application-relevant measurement errors with standpipe versions. The measurement errors are differentiated according to: • • • Constant level Filling Emptying Level The images in column "Error pattern" show the real level with a broken line and the level displayed by the sensor as a continuous line. 1 2 0 time Fig.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service 9.4 3. Measured value remains in the area of the bottom during filling Error pattern Level Fault description Measurement error during filling 0 time Level 4. Measured value jumps to ≥ 100 % or 0 m distance 0 time 9.4 6. Measured value jumps towards 0 % during emptying Level 5.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service In Ex applications only one instrument and one electronics module with respective Ex approval may be used. If there is no electronics module available on site, the electronics module can be ordered through the agency serving you. The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor and differ in signal output or voltage supply. The new electronics module must be loaded with the default settings of the sensor.
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service • Please contact for the return shipment the agency serving you. You can find the agency on our home page www.vega.com.
10 Dismounting 10 Dismounting 10.1 Dismounting steps Warning: Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such as e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temperatures, corrosive or toxic products etc. Take note of chapters "Mounting" and "Connecting to power supply" and carry out the listed steps in reverse order. 10.2 Disposal The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by specialised recycling companies.
11 Supplement 11 Supplement 11.1 Technical data General data 316L corresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435 Materials, wetted parts ƲƲ Process fitting 316L, Hastelloy C22, Monell Alloy ƲƲ Antenna 316L, Hastelloy C22 ƲƲ seal, antenna system FKM (A+P GLT FPM 70.16-06), FFKM (Kalrez 6375), silicone FEP coated (A+P FEP-O-SEAL), EPDM (A+P 75.5/KW75F), PTFE, graphite (99.
11 Supplement 1 3 2 4 Fig. 27: Data of the input variable 1 2 3 4 Reference plane Measured variable, max. measuring range Antenna length Useful measuring range Max. measuring range 35 m (114.83 ft) Min.
11 Supplement Deviation with liquids See following diagrams 10 mm (0.394 in) 5 mm (0.197 in) 0 - 5 mm (- 0.197 in) 0,5 m (1.6 ft) - 10 mm (- 0.394 in) 1 3 2 Fig. 28: Deviation under reference conditions 1 2 3 Reference plane Distance vent hole from reference plane 47 mm (4.85 in) Standpipe end Reproducibility ≤ ±1 mm Variables influencing measurement accuracy Temperature drift - Digital output ±3 mm/10 K relating to the max. measuring range or max.
11 Supplement Gas phase Temperature Pressure 1 bar (14.5 psig) Steam (saturated steam) 10 bar (145 psig) 50 bar (725 psig) 100 bar (1450 psig) 200 bar (2900 psig) 100 °C/212 °F 0.26 % - - - - 180 °C/356 °F 0.17 % 2.1 % - - - 264 °C/507 °F 0.12 % 1.44 % 9.2 % - - 366 °C/691 °F 0.07 % 1.01 % 5.7 % 13.2 % 76.0 % Characteristics and performance data Measuring frequency C-band (6 GHz technology) Measuring cycle time approx.
11 Supplement ƲƲ Ceramic -100 … 16000 kPa/-1 … 160 bar (-14.5 … 2321 psi) with PN 160 Vessel pressure relating to the flange nominal stage see supplementary instructions manual "Flanges according to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS" Shock resistance 100 g, 6 ms according to EN 60068-2-27 (mechanical shock) Vibration resistance 1 g at 5 … 200 Hz according to EN60068-2-6 (vibration with resonance) Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 bar Options of the cable entry ƲƲ Cable gland M20 x 1.
11 Supplement ƲƲ Number of digits ƲƲ Size of digits Adjustment elements Protection rating ƲƲ unassembled 5 W x H = 7 x 13 mm 4 keys IP 20 ƲƲ mounted into the sensor without cover IP 40 Materials ƲƲ Housing ƲƲ Inspection window ABS Polyester foil Integrated clock Date format Day.Month.Year Time zone Ex factory CET Time format 12 h/24 h Measurement electronics temerature Resolution 1 °C (1.8 °F) Accuracy Voltage supply Operating voltage ƲƲ Non-Ex instrument ±1 °C (1.
11 Supplement For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments must be carefully noted. They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com and "VEGA Tools" as well as under "Downloads" and "Approvals". 11.2 Communication Profibus PA 11.2 Instrument master file The instrument master file (GSD) contains the characteristic data of the Profibus PA instrument. These data are, e.g.
11 Supplement Fig. 29: VEGAPULS 66: Block diagram with AI FB 1 … AI FB 3 OUT values TB Transducer Block FB 1 … FB 3 Function Block 11.
11 Supplement 11.6 Examples of telegram configuration In the following you will see how the modules can be combined and how the appendant data telegram is structured. Example 1 • • • AI FB1 (OUT) AI FB2 (OUT) AI FB3 (OUT)) ByteNo.
36525-EN-121011 11 Supplement Status code Description according to Possible cause Profibus standard 0 x 00 bad - non-specific Flash-Update active 0 x 04 bad - configuration error –– Adjustment error –– Configuration error with PV-Scale (PV-Span too small) –– Unit irregularity –– Error in the linearization table 0 x 0C bad - sensor failure –– Hardware error –– Converter error –– Leakage pulse error –– Trigger error 0 x 10 bad - sensor failure –– Measured value generation error –– Temperature me
11 Supplement Plastic housing ~ 69 mm (2.72") ø 79 mm (3.03") ~ 84 mm (3.31") M20x1,5/ ½ NPT M16x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT 1 112 mm (4.41") 112 mm (4.41") ø 79 mm (3.31") 2 Fig. 32: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar) - with integrated indicating and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher 1 2 Single chamber version Double chamber version Aluminium housing ~ 87 mm (3.43") ~ 116 mm (4.57") ø 86 mm (3.39") M16x1,5 120 mm (4.72") 116 mm (4.57") ø 86 mm (3.
11 Supplement Aluminium housing in protection rating IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) ~ 105 mm (4.13") ~ 150 mm (5.91") ø 84 mm (3.31") ø 84 mm (3.31") M20x1,5 120 mm (4.72") 116 mm (4.57") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT 1 2 Fig. 34: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) - with integrated indicating and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher 1 2 Single chamber version Double chamber version Stainless steel housing ~ 69 mm (2.72") ø 79 mm (3.11") ~ 59 mm (2.32") ø 80 mm (3.
11 Supplement Stainless steel housing in protection rating IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar ~ 93 mm (3.66") ~ 105 mm (4.13") ø 80 mm (3.15") ~ 103 mm (4.06") ø 84 mm (3.31") ø 77 mm (3.03") 120 mm (4.72") 112 mm (4.41") M20x1,5/ ½ NPT 117 mm (4.61") M16x1,5 M20x1,5 1 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT 2 3 Fig. 36: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar) - with integrated indicating and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.
11 Supplement VEGAPULS 66, standpipe version 2 3 ø 8 mm (0.32") 317 mm (12.48") L 47 mm (1.85") 180 mm (7.09") 60 mm (2.36") 1 ø 56 mm (2.21") ø 52 mm (2.05") Fig. 37: VEGAPULS 66, standpipe version5) 36525-EN-121011 1 2 3 5) Standard version For process temperatures up to 250 °C (482 °F) For process temperatures up to 400 °C (752 °F) The plant operator must provide a suitable support for the standpipe depending on the length and the process conditions.
11 Supplement 11.4 Industrial property rights VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights. Further information see www.vega.com. Only in U.S.A.: Further information see patent label at the sensor housing. VEGA Produktfamilien sind weltweit geschützt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte. Nähere Informationen unter www.vega.com. Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellectuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site www.
INDEX INDEX A Accessories ––External indicating and adjustment unit 12 ––External radio unit 12 ––Flanges 13 ––Indicating and adjustment module 12 ––Interface adapter 12 ––Protective cover 13 Adjustment 25 ––Max. adjustment 27 ––Min.
Notes 36525-EN-121011 62 VEGAPULS 66 standpipe version • Profibus PA
36525-EN-121011 Notes VEGAPULS 66 standpipe version • Profibus PA 63
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