Instructions manuals for accessories and replacement parts Tip: To ensure reliable setup and operation of your VEGACAP 63, we offer accessories and replacement parts. The associated documents are: 30174 - Electronics module VEGACAP series 60 34296 - Protective cover 31088 - Flanges according to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS-GOST VEGACAP 63 •...
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications. List The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence. à Action This arrow indicates a single action. Sequence Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure. VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. 2.2 Appropriate use VEGACAP 63 is a sensor for level detection. You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter "Product description".
2.6 CE conformity This device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By attaching the CE mark, VEGA provides a confirmation of successful testing. You can find the CE conformity declaration in the download area of www.vega.com.
VEGACAP 63 consists of the following components: Components Housing cover Housing with electronics Process fitting with electrode Fig. 1: VEGACAP 63 - with plastic housing Housing cover Housing with electronics Process fitting Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and...
In addition to the type label outside, you can also find the serial number on the inside of the instrument. 3.2 Principle of operation VEGACAP 63 is a point level sensor with fully insulated capacitive Application area electrode for level detection.
3 Product description VEGACAP 63 is a compact instrument, i.e. it can be operated without Power supply external evaluation system. The integrated electronics evaluates the level signal and outputs a switching signal. With this switching signal, a connected device can be operated directly (e.g. a warning system, a PLC, a pump etc.).
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3 Product description Protected against solar radiation Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration Storage and transport Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement - Technical data - Ambient conditions" temperature Relative humidity 20 … 85 % VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
Rain and condensation water can thus drain off. This applies mainly to outdoor mounting as well as installation in areas where high humidity is expected (e.g. through cleaning processes) or on cooled or heated vessels. Fig. 3: Measures against moisture penetration VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
For this reason, do not use an overly long probe for VEGACAP 63, but check if you can mount a short level switch on the side of the vessel in horizontal position. Extreme vibration caused by the system, e.g. due to agitators or turbulence in the vessel from fluidisation, can cause the probe of...
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To compensate the normal voltage loss due to sealing materials, you flanges 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. VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
Take note of the general installation regulations. As a rule, connect VEGACAP 63 to vessel ground (PA), or in case of plastic vessels, to the next ground potential. On the side of the housing there is a ground terminal between the cable entries.
Fig. 5: Connection steps 5 and 6 5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing Housing overview Fig. 6: Material versions, single chamber housing Plastic (not with dust-Ex) Aluminium Stainless steel Filter element for air pressure compensation VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
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DIL switch for mode adjustment Ground terminal Connection terminals Control lamp We recommend connecting VEGACAP 63 in such a way that the Wiring plan switching circuit is open when there is a level signal, line break or failure (safe condition).
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5 Connect to power supply Fig. 8: Wiring plan Relay output Relay output Power supply VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
Note: As a rule, always set the mode with the mode switch (3) before starting setup VEGACAP 63. The switching output will change if you set the mode switch (3) afterwards. This could possibly trigger other connected instruments or devices.
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Screw the housing cover tightly up to the thread stop so that the inspection glass is above the control lamp (LED). To adjust VEGACAP 63, first of all remove the housing cover. Switching point adapta- You can adapt the switching point to the solid with the potentiometer.
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(2) to the next higher measuring range. When the control lamp (6) lights green: continue with the next item. Turn the potentiometer (1) very slowly anticlockwise until the control lamp (6) lights red. VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
English language. The service is free of charge, only the standard telephone costs will be charged. VEGACAP 63 signals "covered" when the vibrating element is not Checking the switching signal submerged (overfill protection)
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à Exchange instrument or return instrument for repair Reaction after fault rec- Depending on the failure reason and measures taken, the steps tification described in chapter "Set up" must be carried out again, if necessary. VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
Otherwise the plug may be in a different position later. Insert the electronics module carefully. Make sure that the plug is in the correct position. 10 Screw in and tighten the two holding screws with a screwdriver (Torx size T10 or Phillips 4) VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
If a repair is necessary, please proceed as follows: You can download a return form (23 KB) from our Internet homepage www.vega.com under: "Downloads - Forms and certificates - Repair form". By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without having to call back for needed information.
Correct disposal avoids negative effects to persons and environment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials. Materials: see chapter "Technical data" If you have no possibility to dispose of the old instrument professionally, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
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Flange version ≥ 3"/DN 80, plated -0.4 … 64 bar/-40 … 6400 kPa (-5.8 … 928 psig), depending on the process fitting Process temperature VEGACAP 63 of 316L Insulation PE -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F) Insulation PTFE -50 …...
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Max. detection or overflow protection DIL switch for measuring range selection range 1 0 … 20 pF range 2 0 … 85 pF range 3 0 … 450 pF Potentiometer Switching point adaptation Power supply Operating voltage VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
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Depending on the version, instruments with approvals can have different technical data. For these instruments, the corresponding approval documents have to be taken into account. These are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com via "VEGA Tools" and "serial number search" as well as via "Downloads" and "Approvals".
") ") ") M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ M20x1,5 M20x1,5/ ½ NPT ½ NPT ½ NPT ½ NPT Fig. 30: Housing versions Plastic housing Stainless steel housing, electropolished Stainless steel housing - precision casting Aluminium housing VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
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9 Supplement A, G 1 A, G 1 ø16mm ( ") Fig. 31: VEGACAP 63 - threaded version G1 A (ISO 228 T1) = Sensor length, see chapter "Technical data" VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
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9 Supplement ø 40 mm (1.58") Fig. 32: Temperature adapter VEGACAP 63 • - Relay (DPDT)
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