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3 Product description

VEGACAP 64 • Two-wire

30015-EN-230510

3  Product description

3.1  Configuration

The scope of delivery encompasses:

• 

VEGACAP 64 point level switch 

The further scope of delivery encompasses:

• 

Documentation

 

– Operating instructions VEGACAP 64

 

– Safety Manual (SIL)

 

– Instructions for optional instrument features

 

– Ex-specific " 

Safety instructions

" (with Ex versions) 

 

– If necessary, further certificates

Information:

Optional instrument features are also described in this operating 

instructions manual. The respective scope of delivery results from the 

order specification.

This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument 

versions:

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Hardware from 1.0.0

• 

Software from 1.3.0

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Only for instrument versions without SIL qualification

The VEGACAP 64 consists of the components: 

• 

Process fitting with probe

• 

Housing with electronics

• 

Housing lid

1

2

3

Fig. 1: VEGACAP 64, rod version with plastic housing 
1  Housing lid

2  Housing with electronics

3  Process fitting

Scope of delivery

Scope of this operating 

instructions

Constituent parts

Summary of Contents for VEGACAP 64

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Capacitive rod electrode for level detection VEGACAP 64 Two wire Document ID 30015...

Page 2: ...kaging transport and storage 10 3 5 Accessories 10 4 Mounting 11 4 1 General instructions 11 4 2 Mounting instructions 13 5 Connecting to power supply 15 5 1 Preparing the connection 15 5 2 Connection...

Page 3: ...3 Contents VEGACAP 64 Two wire 30015 EN 230510 Editing status 2023 04 26...

Page 4: ...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...

Page 5: ...ct 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...

Page 6: ...y with the relevant requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code CEC Par I Canada 2 7 Safety instructions for Ex areas For applications in explosion proof areas Ex only devices with cor responding Ex...

Page 7: ...al instrument features are also described in this operating instructions manual The respective scope of delivery results from the order specification This operating instructions manual applies to the...

Page 8: ...the serial number you can access the delivery data of the instru ment via www vega com Search You can find the serial number on the inside of the instrument as well as on the type label on the outsid...

Page 9: ...apacitor plates The measured product is the dielectric Due to the higher dielectric constant of the product compared to air the capacitance increases as the probe is gradually covered The capacitance...

Page 10: ...eft 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 an...

Page 11: ...work remove the electronics module from the sensor By doing this you avoid damage to the electronics through inductive coupling Ground the probe before welding directly on the rod or cable Devices wi...

Page 12: ...ection of the probe to the vessel is electrically conductive to ensure sufficient grounding Use conductive seals such as those made of copper or lead etc Insulating measures such as covering the threa...

Page 13: ...astening a suitable brace or guy directly above the end of the rod If the instrument is mounted in the filling stream unwanted false measurement signals can be generated For this reason mount the inst...

Page 14: ...erials you have to additionally use disc springs for fastening flange screws on PTFE coated flanges Tighten the screws moderately with the torque stated in the technical data Depending on the process...

Page 15: ...magnetic interference is expected which is above the test values of EN 61326 1 for industrial areas shielded cable should be used Make sure that the cable used has the required temperature resist ance...

Page 16: ...nals by lightly pulling on them 9 Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 10 If necessary carry out a fresh adjustment 11 Screw the housin...

Page 17: ...ler The sensor is powered by the connect ed controller Further information is available in chapter Technical data Ex technical data are available in the Safety information The wiring example is applic...

Page 18: ...y or to the processing system 2 Shielding 5 5 Warm up reaction After connecting to voltage supply or after a voltage recurrence the instrument passes a certain switch on routine By lowering the curren...

Page 19: ...mode switch afterwards This could possibly trigger other connected instruments or devices 6 2 Adjustment elements 4 1 2 3 Fig 13 Electronics module Two wire output 1 DIL switch for measuring range sel...

Page 20: ...of the Controller The adjustment of the switching point is only possible in installed condition Standing capacitances in a vessel can influence the measurement We therefore recommend to carry out a c...

Page 21: ...r Process Voltage supply Signal processing The first measure to take is to check the output signal In many cases the causes can be determined this way and the faults quickly rectified Depending on the...

Page 22: ...en changes the mode the probe may be mechanically damaged Should the switching func tion in the correct mode still be faulty return the probe for repair Check if there is buildup on the probe and if s...

Page 23: ...ull out old electronics module 7 Compare the new electronics module with the old one The type label of the electronics module must correspond to that of the old electronics module This applies particu...

Page 24: ...ee chapter Set up adjustment elements 18 Screw the housing lid back on The electronics exchange is now finished 7 4 How to proceed if a repair is necessary You can find an instrument return form as we...

Page 25: ...ng to voltage sup ply and carry out the listed steps in reverse order 8 2 Disposal Pass the instrument on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points Remove any b...

Page 26: ...Probe rod PTFE fully insulated 16 mm 0 63 in 316L Materials non wetted parts Plastic housing Plastic PBT Polyester Aluminium die cast housing Aluminium die casting AlSi10Mg powder coated Basis Polyest...

Page 27: ...elative humidity 45 75 Air pressure 860 1060 mbar 86 106 kPa 12 5 15 4 psig Deviation due to strong high frequency electromagnetic fields acc to EN 61326 3 of the adjusted measuring range 1 Influence...

Page 28: ...ectric constant 1 5 Electromechanical data version IP66 IP67 and IP66 IP68 0 2 bar Options of the cable entry Cable entry M20 x 1 5 NPT Cable gland M20 x 1 5 NPT Blind plug M20 x 1 5 NPT Closing cap N...

Page 29: ...IP68 1 bar Type 6P Type 6P Stainless steel electro polished IP66 IP68 0 2 bar IP68 1 bar Type 6P Type 6P Stainless steel precision casting IP66 IP68 0 2 bar IP68 1 bar Type 6P Type 6P Altitude above...

Page 30: ...mm 2 72 79 mm 3 03 112 mm 4 41 M20x1 5 NPT 116 mm 4 57 86 mm 3 39 116 mm 4 57 M20x1 5 M20x1 5 NPT Fig 19 Housing versions in protection IP66 IP67 and IP66 IP68 0 2 bar 1 Plastic single chamber 2 Stai...

Page 31: ...ment VEGACAP 64 Two wire 30015 EN 230510 16mm 5 8 L G 3 4 A G 1 A G 11 2 A 56 mm 2 13 64 22mm 55 64 L1 Fig 21 VEGACAP 64 threaded version G1 ISO 228 T1 L Sensor length see chapter Technical data L1 ac...

Page 32: ...32 9 Supplement VEGACAP 64 Two wire 30015 EN 230510 108 mm 4 25 40 mm 1 58 Fig 22 Temperature adapter...

Page 33: ...ter www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellec tuelle Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au site www vega com VEGA lineas de pro...

Page 34: ...34 Notes VEGACAP 64 Two wire 30015 EN 230510...

Page 35: ...35 Notes VEGACAP 64 Two wire 30015 EN 230510...

Page 36: ...ing scope of delivery application practical use and operat ing conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing Subject to change withou...

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