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General| Accuracy | ± 2 mm |
|---|---|
| Product type | Radar sensor |
| Suitable for | Liquids |
| Frequency range | 26 GHz |
| Process temperature | -40 to +80 °C |
| Process pressure | up to 3 bar |
| Protection class | IP66/IP68 |
| Material | stainless steel |
| Communication | PROFIBUS PA, Foundation Fieldbus |
| Power supply | 12 to 36 V DC |
Details the radar principle, pulse sequence, and time transformation for distance measurement.
Covers measurement capabilities, two-wire technology, ruggedness, and accuracy.
Describes methods like PC, MINICOM, and HART handheld for sensor parameter setting.
Introduces the compact radar sensors, their applications, and two-wire technology.
Describes different antenna systems (Horn, Rod, Pipe) and their characteristics for various applications.
Covers measuring range reference plane, buildup prevention, and suitability for solids.
Details flange antenna mounting on socket pieces and dished tops for liquid measurements.
Explains installation in surge or bypass tubes, including tube diameter and deflector use.
Identifies sources of false echoes like vessel installations, protrusions, and inflowing material, with solutions.
Highlights errors like incorrect socket length, parabolic effects, wrong orientation, and sensor proximity.
Provides safety info, qualified personnel requirements, and cable specifications for signal integrity.
Details the procedure for opening the sensor and connecting the wires to the terminals.
Explains how to connect the VEGADIS 50 indicating instrument to four-wire and two-wire sensors.
Outlines configurations for two-wire and four-wire systems connected to processing units or PLCs.
Lists PC, MINICOM module, and HART handheld as available adjustment devices.
Describes using PACTware™ software via VEGACONNECT for sensor adjustment and parameter setting.
Explains using the MINICOM module for direct sensor setup with a menu-driven interface.
Details how to use a HART handheld for sensor adjustment, compatible with standard HART menus.
Explains how to simulate filling levels to test sensor and connected system responses.
Lists common error codes (E013, E017, E036, E040) and their corresponding rectifying measures.
Provides voltage, current, and power consumption details for different sensor versions.
Specifies measuring ranges, output signal types (4-20mA, HART), and fault signal behavior.
Details general accuracy, resolution, and provides diagrams showing accuracy variation with distance.
Lists test and approval authorities (PTB, FM, ABS, etc.) and Ex environment suitability.
Provides dimensional drawings for the external indicating instrument and adjustment module.
Defines the manual's scope, area of application, and safety system qualification (SIL2).
Details failure limit values (PFDavg, PFH) based on SIL class and hardware fault tolerance.
Covers low demand vs. high demand modes, fault reaction times, and defining safe conditions.
Explains activation of safety-relevant parameters, software requirements, and processing unit configuration.
Describes how the system reacts to faults and the necessity of recurring function tests for safety assurance.
Declares conformity to IEC 61508/61511 standards, providing safety integrity levels and failure rates.
States compliance with EMC, low voltage, and R&TTE directives based on harmonized standards.
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