Operating Instruction - VEGAVIB
Operating Instruction - VEGAVIB
VEGAVIB
Contents
Contents
2 Mounting ..................................................................................... 13
2.1 Mounting instructions .......................................................... 13
4 Set-up ......................................................................................... 18
4.1 VEGAVIB .............................................................................. 18
2 VEGAVIB
Product description
1 Product description
1.1 Function and configuration 1.2 Types and versions
VEGAVIB 3
Product description
4 VEGAVIB
Product description
VEGAVIB 31
Housing
Housing material plastic PBT (Polyester)
Protection IP 66
Cable entry 2 x Pg 13.5
Terminals for max. 1.5 mm2 wire cross-section
Mechanical connection
Thread G 1 A of 1.4571
Tuning fork
Material 1.4571 (StSt)
Lateral load max. 300 N perpendicular to the narrow fork side
Weight
VEGAVIB 31 approx. 0.8 kg
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature on the housing -40°C … +70°C
Product temperature -40°C … +100°C (130°C for max. 30 minutes)
Storage and transport temperature -40°C … +70°C
Operating pressure
VEGAVIB 31 max. 25 bar
Product
Product density ≥0.1 g/cm³ (≥100 g/l)
Granulation size max. 6 mm
Function
Integration time approx. 2 s
Frequency approx. 210 Hz
Signal lamp LED for switching point indication
Mode A/B switch
A - max. level detection
B - min. level detection
CE conformity
VEGAVIB 31 vibrating level switch meets the protective regulations of EMC (89/336/EWG) and
NSR (73/23/EWG). Conformity has been judged acc. to the following standards:
EMC Emission EN 50 081 - 1: 1992
Susceptibility EN 50 082 - 2: 1995
NSR EN 61 010 - 1: 1993
VEGAVIB 5
Product description
VEGAVIB 41 and 43
Housing
Housing material plastic PBT (Polyester)
Protection IP 66
Cable entry 1 x Pg 13.5 (with oscillator R = 2 x Pg 13.5)
Terminals for max. 1.5 mm2 wire cross-section
Mechanical connection
Thread G 1 A or 1 NPT of 1.4571 (stst)
Lock fitting (VEGAVIB 43) G 1½ A of 1.4571 (stst)
Vibrating rod
Material 1.4571 (stst)
Lateral load 60 Nm or
max. 400 N on the rod end (VEGAVIB 41)
Weight
VEGAVIB 41 approx. 0.8 kg
VEGAVIB 43 approx. 0.8 kg + extension tube (approx. 1 kg/m)
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature on the housing -40°C … +70°C
Product temperature -40°C … +100°C
Storage and transport temperature -40°C … +70°C
Product temperature with temperature
adapter of 1.4571 (option) -40°C … +150°C
Permissible ambient
temperature
70˚C
60˚C
Operating pressure
VEGAVIB 41, 43 max. 10 bar
VEGAVIB 43 with lock fitting
- version 1 unpressurised
- version 2 max. 4 bar
Product
Density ≥0.02 g/cm³ (≥ 20 g/l)
6 VEGAVIB
Product description
Oscillators
Protection class
- oscillators C and R I
- oscillators T II
Overvoltage category III
Immune to EMI > 10 V/m
Function
Integration time approx. 2 s
Frequency approx. 530 Hz
Signal lamp LED for indication of the switching condition
Modes A/B switch
A - overfill or max. level detection
B - dry run protection or min. level detection
CE conformity
VEGAVIB 41 and 43 vibrating level switches meet the protective regulations of EMC
(89/336/EWG) and NSR (73/23/EWG). Conformity has been judged acc. to the following stand-
ards:
EMC Emission EN 50 081 - 1: 1992
Susceptibility EN 50 082 - 1: 1995
EN 50 082 - 2: 1995
version with relay output (R)
NSR EN 61 010 - 1: 1993
Housing
Housing material plastic PBT (Polyester)
Protection IP 66
Cable entry 1 x Pg 13.5 (with oscillator R = 2 x Pg 13.5)
Terminals for max. 1.5 mm2 wire cross-section
Mechanical connection
Thread G 1½ A or 1½ NPT
Material
- VEGAVIB 51 and 52 plastic PBT, 1.4301 (StSt)
- VEGAVIB 53 1.4301 (StSt)
Lock fitting (VEGAVIB 53) G 2 A of 1.4301 (StSt)
Vibrating rod
Material 1.4301 (StSt)
Lateral load 60 Nm or
400 N on the rod end (VEGAVIB 51)
VEGAVIB 7
Product description
Weight
VEGAVIB 51 approx. 1.7 kg
VEGAVIB 52 approx. 1.3 kg (with 2 m) + suspension cable
(approx. 0.15 kg/m)
VEGAVIB 53 approx. 2.0 kg + extension tube (approx. 2.2 kg/m)
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature on the housing -40°C … +70°C
Product temperature
- VEGAVIB 51 and 53 -40°C … +100°C
- VEGAVIB 52 -40°C … +80°C
Storage and transport temperature -40°C … +70°C
Product temperature with temperature
adapter of 1.4571 (option)
(VEGAVIB 51 and 53 with
1.4301 mounting boss) -40°C … +150°C
Permissible
ambient temperature
70˚C
60˚C
Operating pressure
VEGAVIB 51 and 53 max. 10 bar
VEGAVIB 52 max. 6 bar
VEGAVIB 53 with lock fitting unpressurised or vacuum
VEGAVIB 51 with PBT mounting boss max. 6 bar
Product
Density ≥ 20 g/l
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Product description
Oscillators
Protection class
- oscillators C and R I
- oscillators T and Z II
Overvoltage category III
Immune to EMI > 10 V/m
Function
Integration time approx. 2 s
Frequency approx. 350 Hz
Signal lamp
- oscillators C, R and T LED for indication of the switching condition
- oscillator Z LED lights when vibrating rod is immersed
Modes
- oscillators C, R and T A/B switch
A - overfill protection or max. level detection
B - dry run protection or min. level detection
- oscillator Z definition via signal conditioning instrument
Approvals
ATEX II 1G EEx ia IIC T6
ATEX II 1/2G EEx ia IIC T6
ATEX II 2G EEx ia IIC T6
ATEX II 1/2D IP 65 T
CE conformity
VEGAVIB 51, 52 and 53 vibrating level switches meet the protective regulations of EMC
(89/336/EWG) and NSR (73/23/EWG). Conformity has been judged acc. to the following stand-
ards:
EMC Emission EN 50 081 - 1: 1992
Susceptibility EN 50 082 - 1: 1992
EN 50 082 - 2: 1995
version with relay output (R)
NSR EN 61 010 - 1: 1993
VEGAVIB 9
Product description
Oscillators
C - Contactless (VIB E40 C, E50 C), VEGAVIB 41, 43, 51, 52, 53
Power supply 20 … 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz
20 … 250 V DC
Output contactless electronic switch
Domestic current requirement < 5 mA (via the load circuit)
Load current min. 10 mA, max. 400 mA (max. 4 A up to 40 ms)
The max. permissible ambient temperature is 60°C with a load current exceeding 300 mA.
R - Relay output (VIB E30 R, E40 R, E50 R), VEGAVIB 31, 41, 43, 51, 52, 53
Power supply 20 … 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz; 20 … 72 V DC
(the max. permissible ambient temperature de-
creases linearly from 70°C to 50°C between
60 V DC and 72 V DC)
Power consumption approx. 1 … 8 VA, max. 1.5 W
Output relay output
Relay data:
- contact floating spdt
- contact material AgCdO and Au plated
- turn-on voltage min. 10 mV
max. 250 V AC, 250 V DC
- switching current min. 10 µA
max. 3 A AC, 1 A DC
- breaking capacitance max. 500 VA, 54 W
T - Transistor output (VIB E40 T, E50 T), VEGAVIB 41, 43, 51, 52, 53
Power supply 10 … 55 V DC
Power consumption max. 0.5 W
Output floating transistor output
NPN/PNP wirable
Load current max. 400 mA (output - overload resistant and
permanently short-circuit proof)
Voltage loss max. 1 V
Turn-on voltage max. 55 V DC
Blocking current < 10 µA
10 VEGAVIB
Product description
1.5 Dimensions
VEGAVIB 31 VEGAVIB 41 VEGAVIB 43
95
95
PG 13,5
20
20
SW 41
20
SW 41 SW 41
G1A
Ø 29 G1A G1A
148
140
100
Ø 14
100
SW 41
20
60 SW 60
20
G 1½ A
15
330°
rotable
41
57
VEGAVIB 11
Product description
95
95
95
PG 13,5 PG 13,5
PG 13,5
22
22
SW 60 SW 60
22
SW 60
G 1½ A G 1½ A
253 (Kunststoff), 238 (V2A)
Ø 43 G 1½ A
Ø 18 Ø 43
160
Ø 43
332
160
160
Ø 18
Ø 18
60 SW 75
80
105
15 ∅57
104
330°
rotable
G2A
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Mounting
2 Mounting
2.1 Mounting instructions Stirrers
Through the action of stirrers or similar devices,
VEGAVIB the level switches can be subjected to strong
lateral forces. For this reason, do not use an
Generally, the instruments can be mounted in overly long extension tube for VEGAVIB 43 and
any position. The instrument must be mounted VEGAVIB 53, but check if it is possible to mount
so that the measuring system (vibrating rod) is instead a VEGAVIB 41 or VEGAVIB 51 level
at the height of the requested switching point. switch on the side of the vessel in horizontal
VEGAVIB 31, however, from below the vessel position.
bottom. Installation will vary depending on the
various measured products and the require-
ments on the measurement. You should give Filling opening
consideration to the following points. Mount the instrument in such a way that the
vibrating element does not protrude directly into
Lateral load the filling stream. If such a mounting location is
Make sure that the vibrating element is not necessary, install a suitable protective sheet
subjected to lateral forces. Mount the instrument above or in front of the vibrating element, e.g.
at a location in the vessel where no adverse L80 x 8 DIN 1028 (see fig. 2.2 a). Mounting acc.
conditions, e.g. caused by stirrers, filling open- to Fig. 2.2 has proven successful for measuring
ings etc. can occur. This applies mainly to abrasive solids. A product cornice grows on the
instrument types with cable or extension tube concave protective sheet and keeps it from
(see fig. 2.1). The surfaces of the tuning fork of being abraded.
VEGAVIB 31 should be parallel to the product
movement.
Horizontal installation
To achieve a very precise switching point,
VEGAVIB can be mounted horizontally. However
if the switching point can have a tolerance of a
few centimetres, we recommend mounting the
instruments downwardly inclined (approx. 20°)
to avoid buildup (see fig. 2.2). Mount VEGAVIB
31 in such a way that the surfaces of the tuning
fork are vertical.
a. b.
Fig. 2.1
20%
Dimensions
The dimensions of the vibrating rod or the tun-
ing fork should not be modified. Any change will
destroy the instrument.
Fig. 2.2
VEGAVIB 13
Mounting
Handling Pressure
The vibrating level switch is a measuring instru- When there is gauge pressure or underpressure
ment and must be treated accordingly. Bending in the vessel, the mounting boss must be sealed
the vibrating element will destroy the instrument. on the thread. Cover the thread with teflon tape,
hemp or a similar material or use a sufficiently
resistant seal ring.
Lock fitting
Lock fittings are available for VEGAVIB 43 and
VEGAVIB 53 for infinitely variable height adjust-
ment. Be aware that VEGAVIB 53 level switches
in conjunction with a lock fitting must not be
used in pressurized vessels. VEGAVIB 43 can
be used in vessels with up to 4 bar pressure.
Tensile load
When using the cable version, make sure that
the max. permissible tensile load of 6000 N is
not exceeded. This can occur mainly with very
heavy solids and large measuring lengths. Fig. 2.3
Moisture
Turn the cable entry of the instrument down-
wards (after installation) to avoid moisture in-
gress. For this purpose, the housing can be
rotated by approx. 330°. With vertically installed
instruments, loop the cable to the instrument
housing downwards so that rain or condensa-
tion water can drain off (see fig. 2.3).
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Mounting
Filling Emptying
d d
6 6
d d
Filling Emptying
3
6
d
1
d
1 Emptying aperture
2 Filling aperture
2
3 VEGAVIB
Fig. 2.4
VEGAVIB 15
Electrical connection
3 Electrical connection
3.1 Connection instructions 3.2 Wiring plan VEGAVIB
VEGAVIB
Non-contact electronic switch
Note (VIB E40 C, E50 C)
Switch off power supply before starting connec-
tion work.
1 2 3
The electrical connection must be carried out
according to the installed oscillator. Connect
supply voltage according to the wiring diagrams
on the following pages.
AC L1 N Vessel ground
As a rule, connect VEGAVIB to vessel ground DC + –
(PA) or in plastic vessels, to nearest ground or
potential. For this purpose, a thread (screw M4 x DC – +
5) is provided on the side on the hexagon of the
mounting boss. This connection serves to drain Power supply:
off electrostatic charges. 20 … 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz; 20 … 250 V DC (for
further information see Technical data)
In dust-Ex applications or applications acc. to
CENELEC, the PA terminal (on the hexagon of For direct control of relays, contactors, magnet
the mounting boss) must be connected to the valves, warning lights, horns, etc. Instrument
potential equalisation line. must not be operated without connected load
(switching in series), as the oscillator can be
1
destroyed when connected directly to mains.
Not suitable for connection to low voltage PLC
inputs.
2
1 Housing cover
2 Signal lamp (LED)
3 Terminals
4 A/B switch
5 Potentiometer
6 Instrument housing
7 Cable entry (Pg 13.5)
8 Oscillator
9 Type label oscillator
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Electrical connection
+
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5
Relay output
Power supply : 10 … 55 V DC
(for further information see the following con-
Power supply
nection examples as well as Technical data)
Power supply:
20 … 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz; 20 … 72 V DC (for
further information see Technical data) Connection examples
As a rule, the signal lamp in the housing lights The transistor switches the supply voltage of the
when the vibrating rod is immersed, independ- oscillator to the binary input of a PLC or to an
ent of the mode set in the signal conditioning electrical load. By connecting the consumer
instrument. (load) in different ways, PNP or NPN action can
be preset.
Note the operating instructions manual of the
signal conditioning instrument. Suitable signal
conditioning instruments under Technical data.
-
+
1 2 3
VEGATOR
signal condi-
tioning
instrument
VEGAVIB 17
Set-up
4 Set-up
4.1 VEGAVIB For most products, it is not necessary to change
the setting of the preset potentiometer (default
Adjustment elements setting of the potentiometer = 5).
The diode (2) can be checked with closed To modify the integration time, you have to use
housing. To adjust VEGAVIB, loosen the four oscillator Z in conjunction with a suitable signal
screws on the upper side of the housing with a conditioning instrument (VEGATOR 534, 536,
screwdriver and remove the housing cover. 537 and 636).
The oscillators allow the following settings: The instrument version for detection of solids in
• A/B mode, only with oscillators C, R and T; water is adapted for use in water and cannot be
with oscillator Z: switch over via the signal used for normal level detection. Adjustment of
conditioning instrument the settings of the instrument is identical.
• sensitivity setting with potentiometer (not with
VEGAVIB 31)
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Set-up
Function chart
The following chart provides an overview of the switching conditions depending on the adjusted
mode and level.
Mode A
Transistor
1 2 4 5 6 conducts appr. 8 mA
Switch Relay
closed energised
4 5 6 Transistor
1 2 blocks appr. 16 mA
Switch Relay de-
open energised
Mode B
Transistor
1 2 4 5 6
conducts appr. 16 mA
Switch Relay
closed energised
Transistor
1 2 4 5 6 blocks appr. 8 mA
Switch Relay de-
open energised
Mode
A/B any Transistor
1 2 4 5 6 blocks 0 mA
Switch Relay de-
open energised
VEGAVIB 19
VEGA Grieshaber KG
Am Hohenstein 113
77761 Schiltach
Germany
Phone (07836) 50-0
Fax (07836) 50-201
E-Mail info@de.vega.com
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