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Vega VEGACAL 63 Operating Instructions Manual

Capacitive rod electrode for continuous level measurement
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Operating Instructions
Capacitive rod electrode for continuous
level measurement
VEGACAL 63
For connection to a controller
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Capacitive rod electrode for continuous level measurement VEGACAL 63 For connection to a controller Document ID: 30318...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    How to proceed if a repair is necessary ................25 Dismount..........................26 Dismounting steps......................26 Disposal ......................... 26 Supplement ..........................27 Technical data ........................ 27 Dimensions ........................32 Industrial property rights ....................35 Trademark ........................35 VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 3 Contents Editing status: 2020-03-03 VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    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.

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device, the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGACAL 63 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find 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 specifications in the operating instructions manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.

  • Page 6: Safety Label On The Instrument

    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 certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001. Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual: • Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage" • Chapter "Disposal" VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 7: Product Description

    The VEGACAL 63 consists of the components: • Process fitting with probe • Housing with electronics • Housing lid Fig. 1: VEGACAL 63, rod version with plastic housing Housing lid Housing with electronics 3 Process fitting Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 8: Principle Of Operation

    Principle of operation Application area The VEGACAL 63 sensor can be used universally for level measure- ment in conductive and non-conductive liquids. The rod probe is fully insulated and the proven mechanical construc- tion offers high functional safety.

  • Page 9: Adjustment

    The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrument version. The data for power supply are specified in chapter "Technical data". Adjustment VEGACAL 63 measurement signals can be evaluated with the follow- ing: • With a VEGAMET controller The measuring range must be selected on the electronics module of the probe.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    Typical applications of the screening tube adapters are e.g. for condensation or sockets. Apart from the standard version, there is a second version for vacuum with a sepcial seal. When the screen- VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 11 When the probe is mounted laterally, buildup can accumulate in the socket. A screening tube makes the covered part of the probe inactive and hence insensitive to influence from buildup and socket. Hence, the screening tube adapter excludes changing influences caused by the medium and ensures stable measurement conditions. The suit- able version is Capacitive screening, vacuum-tight. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 12: Mounting

    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 specified in chapter "Technical data" meets the existing ambient conditions. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 13 In the case of instrument housings with metric thread, the cable Cable glands 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. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 14: Mounting Instructions

    For this reason, mount the instrument at a position in the vessel where no disturbances, e.g. from filling openings, agitators, etc., can occur. This applies particularly to instrument versions with a longer probe. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 15 Depending on the process and ambient conditions, this value can vary. In individual cases you should occasionally check the tightness on site. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 16: Connecting To Power Supply

    The data for power supply are specified in chapter "Technical data". Provide a reliable separation between the supply circuit and the mains circuits according to DIN VDE 0106 part 101. The VEGA power supply units VEGATRENN 149AEx, VEGASTAB 690, VEGADIS 371 as well as all VEGAMETs meet this requirement.

  • Page 17: Connection Procedure

    10. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland. The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 11. Screw the housing lid back on The electrical connection is finished. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 18: Wiring Plan, Single Chamber Housing

    Fig. 8: Material versions, single chamber housing Plastic Aluminium Stainless steel (precision casting) Stainless steel (electro-polished) Filter element for air pressure compensation of all material versions. Blind plug with version IP66/IP68, 1 bar for Aluminium and stainless steel VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 19: Wiring Plan - Version Ip66/Ip68 (1 Bar)

    Wiring plan - version IP66/IP68 (1 bar) Wire assignment, con- nection cable Fig. 11: Wire assignment, connection cable Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system Shielding VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 20: Setup With A Controller

    • range 1 (sensitive): 0 … 120 pF • range 2 (standard): 0 … 600 pF • range 3 (less sensitive): 0 … 3000 pF VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 21: Continuous Level Measurement

    "Adjustment with medium") When connecting to an analogue input card of a PLC, take note of the operating instructions manual of the input card. The vessel must be as VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 22 If the indication exceeds 100 % and cannot be reset, you have to set the range selection switch of the probe to the next higher stage. In both cases you have to repeat the adjustment. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 23: Maintenance And Fault Rectification

    24 hour service hotline Should these measures not be successful, please call in urgent cases the VEGA service hotline under the phone no. +49 1805 858550. The hotline is manned 7 days a week round-the-clock. Since we offer this service worldwide, the support is only available in the English language. The service is free, only standard call charges are incurred.

  • Page 24: Exchanging The Electronics Module

    If there is no electronics module available on site, one can be ordered from the VEGA agency serving you. Assignment The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor. You can find a suitable electronics module in the following overview. • CL-E60ZX (without approvals) VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 25: How To Proceed If A Repair Is Necessary

    • Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging • Please contact the agency serving you to get the address for the return shipment. You can find the agency on our home page www.vega.com. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 26: Dismount

    Pass the instrument directly on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points. If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 27: Supplement

    0.1 … 6 m (0.328 … 19.69 ft) Ʋ Process fitting: Flanges - PTFE plated 0.15 … 6 m (0.492 … 19.69 ft) Max. lateral lod - rod: ø 10 mm (0.394 in) 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 28 1 % of the current measured value Linearity error < 0.25 % of the complete measuring range Ambient conditions Ambient, storage and transport tempera- -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F) ture VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 29 0.2 … 2.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 14) Ʋ Stranded wire with end sleeve 0.2 … 1.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 16) Depending on the version M12 x 1, according to ISO 4400, Harting, 7/8" FF. VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 30 Between ground terminal and metallic process fitting Electrical protective measures Protection rating Housing material Version IP-protection class NEMA protection Plastic Single chamber IP66/IP67 Type 4X Double chamber IP66/IP67 Type 4X Galvanic separation between electronics and metal housing parts VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 31 For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments have to be carefully noted. They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded by entering the serial number of your instrument into the search field under www.vega.com as well as in the general download area. When used with fulfilled housing protection...

  • Page 32: Dimensions

    ~ 103 mm (5.91") (4.06") ø 77 mm ø 84 mm (3.03") (3.31") M20x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5 Fig. 17: Housing versions with protection rating IP66/IP68, 1 bar Stainless steel single chamber Aluminium - single chamber VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 33 9 Supplement G¾, G 1, G 1½ ø 16mm (0.63") Fig. 18: VEGACAL 63, threaded version G1 (ISO 228 T1) Sensor length, see chapter "Technical data" ø 40 mm (1.58") Fig. 19: Temperature adapter VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...
  • Page 34 9 Supplement ø 27 mm (1.06") Fig. 20: VEGACAL 63, concentric tube, for example with small dielectric constant or for linearization Concentric tube length, see chapter "Technical data" VEGACAL 63 • For connection to a controller...

  • Page 35: Industrial Property Rights

    Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellec- tuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site www.vega.com. VEGA lineas de productos están protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad indus- trial. Para mayor información revise la pagina web www.vega.com.
  • Page 36 Subject to change without prior notice © VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2020 VEGA Grieshaber KG Phone +49 7836 50-0 Am Hohenstein 113...

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