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VEGABAR 63

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1 About this document

2 For your safety

3 Product description

4 Mounting

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1.1 Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 Symbolism used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.1 Authorised personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 Appropriate use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 Warning about misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.4 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5 Safety approval markings and safety tips . . . . . . . . . .

2.6 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7 Fulfillment of NAMUR recommendations . . . . . . . . . .

2.8 Safety instructions for Ex areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.9 Safety instructions for oxygen applications . . . . . . . . .

2.10 Environmental instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2 Principle of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4 Packaging, transport and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2 Mounting instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.3 Mounting steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4 Mounting steps external housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.2 Connection procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.4 Wiring plan, double chamber housing . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.5 Wiring plan double chamber housing Ex d . . . . . . . . .

5.6 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar . . . . . . . . . . .

5.7 Wiring plan, external housing with version IP 68 . . . . .

5.8 Switch on phase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM

6.1 Short description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.2 Insert indicating and adjustment module. . . . . . . . . . .

6.3 Adjustment system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.4 Setup procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.5 Menu schematic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.6 Saving the parameter adjustment data . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7 Set

7.1 Connect the PC via VEGACONNECT . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.3 Parameter adjustment with AMS™ and PDM . . . . . . .

7.4 Saving the parameter adjustment data . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Maintenance and fault rectification

8.1 Maintain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2 Remove interferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.3 Exchanging the electronics module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.4 Software update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.5 Instrument repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Dismounting

9.1 Dismounting steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 Supplement

10.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10.3 Industrial property rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10.4 Trademark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Supplementary documentation

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Informa

Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come
with the delivery. You can find them listed in chapter "Product

description".

Instructions manuals for accessories and replacement parts

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To ensure reliable setup and operation of your instrument, we offer
accessories and replacement parts. The corresponding instructions
manuals are:

l 32036 - Welded socket and seals
l 27720 - External indication VEGADIS 61
l 34296 - Protective cover
l 30175 - Electronics module VEGABAR series 50 and 60

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1.1 Function

This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important
instructions for maintenance and fault rectification. Please read this
information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this
manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.

1.2 Target group

This operating instructions manual is directed to trained qualified
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.

1.3 Symbolism used

Inform

ation, tip, note

This symbol indicates helpful additional information.

Cauti

on: If this warning is ignored, faults or malfunctions can

result.
Warning: If this warning is ignored, injury to persons and/or serious
damage to the instrument can result.
Danger: If this warning is ignored, serious injury to persons and/or
destruction of the instrument can result.

applications

Ex

This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.

l List

The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.

à Action

Th

is arrow indicates a single action.

1 Sequence

Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.

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your safety

2 For

or your safety

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2.1 Authorised personnel

All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be
carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant
operator.

During work on and with the device the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.

2.2 Appropriate use

VEGABAR 63 is a pressure transmitter for measurement of gauge
pressure, absolute pressure and vacuum.

You can find detailed information on the application range 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.

For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbitrary
conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden.

2.3 Warning about misuse

Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specific hazards, e.g. vessel overfill or damage to system
components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.

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2.4 General safety instructions

This is a high-tech instrument requiring the strict observance of
standard regulations and guidelines. The user must take note of the
safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the country­specific installation standards as well as all prevailing safety
regulations and accident prevention rules.

The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and
reliable condition. The operator is responsible for trouble-free
operation of the instrument.

During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the required occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new
regulations.

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your safety

2.5 Safety

The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be
observed.

approval markings and safety tips

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

2.7 Fulfillmen

With respect to compatibility, the NAMUR recommendation NE 53 is
fulfilled. This applies also to the corresponding indicating and
adjustment components. VEGA instruments are generally upward and
downward compatible.

l Sensor software for DTM VEGABAR 63 HART, PA or FF
l DTM VEGABAR 63 for adjustment software PACTware
l Indicating and adjustment module for sensor software

The parameter adjustment of the basic sensor functions is independ­ent of the software version. The range of available functions depends
on the respective software version of the individual components.

The software version of VEGABAR 63 can be determined as follows:

l via PACTware
l on the type label of the electronics
l via the indicating and adjustment module

You can view all software histories on our website

e use of this advantage and get registered for update information

Mak
via e-mail.

www.vega.com.

t of NAMUR recommendations

www.vega.com.

2.8 Safety instructions for Ex areas

Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and
operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the
operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved
instruments.

2.9 Safety instructions for oxygen applications

For instruments in oxygen applications the special instructions in
chapters "Storage and transport", "Mounting" as well as "Technical
data" under "Process conditions"must be noted. Furthermore the valid
national regulations, implementation instructions and memorandums
of the BG (professional assoc.) must be noted.

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your safety

2.10 En

Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties. That
is why we have introduced an environment management system with
the goal of continuously improving company environmental protection.

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:

l Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
l Chapter "Disposal"

vironmental instructions

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Scope of delivery

Supplementary label

"Oil and grease-free for
oxygen applications"

Components

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3.1 Configuration

The scope of delivery encompasses:

l VEGABAR 63 process pressure transmitter
l Documentation

- this operating instructions manual

- Test certificate for pressure transmitters

- Operating instructions manual 27835 "Indicating and adjust-

ment module PLICSCOM" (optional)

- Supplementary instructions manual 31708 "Heating for in-
dicating and adjustment module" (optional)

- Supplementary instructions manual "Plug connector for con-
tinuously measuring sensors" (optional)

- Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex-versions)

- Certificate "Oil and grease-free for oxygen applications" (with

respective versions)

- if necessary, further certificates

Instruments in the version "Oil and grease-free for oxygen applica-
tions" are equipped with a supplementary label. The supplementary

label contains instructions on oil and grease-free parts of the
instrument.

VEGABAR 63 consists of the following components:

l Process fitting with measuring cell
l Housing with electronics, optionally available with plug connector
l Housing cover, optionally available with indicating and adjustment

module

The components are available in different versions.

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t description

Type label

Application area

Functional principle

Fig. 1: Example
to EN 837 and plastic housing

1 Housing cover with integrated indicating and adjustment module (optional)
2 Housing with electronics
3 Process fitting with measuring cell

of a VEGABAR 63 with manometer connection G½ A according

The type label contains the most important data for identification and
use of the instrument:

l Sensor type
l Article number instrument
l Technical data: Measuring range, process pressure, process

temperature, signal output, voltage supply, protection, protection
class

l Order number
l Article numbers documentation
l Serial number

With the serial number, you can access the delivery data of the
instrument via

www.vega.com, "VEG

A Tools" and "serial number

search". 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

VEGABAR 63 is a pressure transmitter for measurement of over-
pressure, absolute pressure or vacuum. Measured products are
gases, vapours and liquids in measuring ranges up to 4000 bar
(400 MPa); with front-flush version also viscous liquids in measuring
ranges up to 600 bar (60 MPa).

The process pressure acts on the sensor element via the stainless
steel diaphragm. The process pressure causes a resistance change
which is converted into a corresponding output signal and outputted as
measured value.

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Measuring ranges up to 16 bar: piezoresistive sensor element with internal
transmission liquid, with measuring ranges up to 25 bar: Strain gauge

(DMS) sensor element on the rear of the stainless steel diaphragm (dry).

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Power supply

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ire electronics 4 … 20 mA/HART for power supply and

Two-w
measured value transmission over the same cable.

The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrument
version.

The data for power supply are specified in chapter "Technical data".

The background lighting of the indicating and adjustment module is

powered by the sensor. Prerequiste is a certain heigt of the operating
voltage. You can find the exact voltage specifications in chapter

"Technical data".

The optional heating requires its own operating voltage. You can find
details in the supplementary instructions manual "Heating for indicat-

ing and adjustment module".

This function is generally not available for approved instruments.

3.3 Operation

VEGABAR 63 can be adjusted with different adjustment media:

l with indicating and adjustment module
l with the suitable VEGA DTM in conjunction with an adjustment

software according to the FDT/DTM standard, e.g. PACTware and
PC

l with manufacturer-specific adjustment programs AMS™ or PDM
l With a HART handheld

The entered parameters are generally saved in VEGABAR 63,
optionally also in the indicating and adjustment module or in
PACTware.

3.4 Packaging, transport and storage

Packaging

Transport

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Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its

capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
according to DIN EN 24180.

The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment­friendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE foil
is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.

Instruments for oxygen applications are sealed in PE foil and provided
with a label "Oxygen! Use no Oil". Remove this foil just before
mounting the instrument! See instruction under "Mounting".

Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.

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Transport inspection

Storage

Storage and transport

temperature

e delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit

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damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or
concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.

Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left 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:

l Not in the open
l Dry and dust free
l Not exposed to corrosive media
l Protected against solar radiation
l Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration

l Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -

Technical data - Ambient conditions"

l Relative humidity 20 … 85 %

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Suitability for process
conditions

Diaphragm pro­tection

Mounting position

Moisture

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4.1 General instructions

Make sure that all parts of the instrument in contact with the measured
product, especially the sensor element, process seal and process
fitting, are suitable for the existing process conditions such as process
pressure, process temperature as well as the chemical properties of
the medium.

You can find the specifications in chapter "Technical data" in the or on
the type label.

Caution:

After

removal of the diaphragm protective cover, the diaphragm must

not be pressed.

Select an installation position you can easily reach for mounting and
connecting as well as later retrofitting of an indicating and adjustment
module. The housing can be rotated by 330° without the use of any
tools. You can also install the indicating and adjustment module in four
different positions (each displaced by 90°).

Use the recommended cables (see chapter "Connecting to power
supply") and tighten the cable gland.

You can give your instrument additional protection against moisture
penetration by leading the connection cable downward in front of the
cable entry. 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. 2: Measures

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Ventilation

lation for the measuring cell is realised by means of a filter

Venti
element in the socket of the electronics housing. Ventilation for the
electronics housing is realised via an additional filter element in the
area of the cable glands.

Fig. 3: Position
1 Filter element for ventilation of the electronics housing
2 Filter element for ventilation of the measuring cell

Informa

Make sure that the filter elements are always free of buildup during
operation. A pressure washer must not be used for cleaning.

of the filter elements

tion:

With instrument versions in protection IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar, the ventilation
is realised via the capillaries in the fix connected cable. The filter
elements are replaced by blind stoppers.

Temperature limits

Higher process temperatures often mean also higher ambient
temperatures. Make sure that the upper temperature limits stated in
chapter "Technical data" for the environment of the electronics housing
and connection cable are not exceeded.

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Oxygen applica­tions

Mounting position

Welding the socket

Sealing/Screwing in

Fig. 4: Temperature
1 Process temperature
2 Ambient temperature

Dange

r:

Instruments in the version "Oil and grease free for oxygen" should be
unpacked just before mounting. After the protective cover of the
process fitting has been removed, the label "O₂" on the process fitting
is visible. Contamination by oil, grease and dirt should be avoided.
Danger of explosion!

ranges

4.2 Mounting instructions

VEGABAR 63 functions in any installation position. It is mounted
according to the same directives as a manometer (DIN EN 839-2).

tion:

Informa

We recommend using lock fittings, measuring instrument holders and
siphons from our line of accessories.

4.3 Mounting steps

For mounting VEGABAR 63, a welded socket is required. You can find
these components in the supplementary instructions manual "Welded

socket and seals".

Use the seal corresponding to the instrument:

l Process fitting GV, GF, GC: seal in front of the thread

- or -

Seal the thread with teflon, hemp or a similar resistant seal material:

l Process fitting GN

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90 mm (3.54")

R 3,5 mm

(0.14")

3mm

(0.12")

70 mm (2.76")

8 mm

(0.32")

93 mm (3.66")

110 mm (4.33")

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Sealing/Screwing in hy­gienic fittings

Wall mounting

à Screw VE

GABAR 63 into the welded socket. Tighten the hexagon

on the process fitting with a suitable wrench. Wrench size, see
chapter "Dimensions".

Warning:

The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying
tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing.

Use the seal suitable for the respective process fitting. You can find
the components in the supplementary instructions manual "Welded

socket and seals".

4.4 Mounting steps external housing

1 Mark the holes according to the following drilling template
2 Depending on the mounting surface, fasten the wall mounting

plate with 4 screws

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Mount the wall mounting plate so that the cable entry of the socket
housing points downward. The socket housing can be displaced by
180° to the wall mounting plate.

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The four screws of the socket housing must only be hand-screwed. A
torque > 5 Nm (3.688 lbf ft) can damage the wall mounting plate.

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Note safety instructions

Take note of

safety instruc­tions for Ex ap­plications

Select power supply

Selecting connection

cable

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ecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection

Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:

l Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage
l If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should

be installed

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We recommend using VEGA overvoltage arresters B63-48 and
ÜSB 62-36G.X.

In

hazardous areas you should take note of the appropriate
regulations, conformity and type approval certificates of the sensors
and power supply units.

Power supply and current signal are carried on the same two-wire
cable. The voltage supply range can differ depending on the
instrument version.

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 149A Ex, VEGASTAB 690 as well as all

VEGAMETs meet this requirement.

Keep in mind the following additional influences on the operating

voltage:

l Output voltage of the power supply unit can be lower under

nominal load (with a sensor current of 20.5 mA or 22 mA in case of
fault message)

l Influence of additional instruments in the circuit (see load values in

chapter "Technical data")

The instrument is connected with standard two-wire cable without
screen. If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the
test values of EN 61326 for industrial areas, screened cable should be
used.

Use cable with round cross-section. A cable outer diameter of 5 … 9 mm
(0.2 … 0.35 in) ensures the seal effect of the cable gland. If you are

using cable with a different diameter or cross-section, exchange the
seal or use a suitable cable gland.

We generally recommend the use of screened cable for HART
multidrop mode.

Cable gland ½ NPT

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On the instrument with cable entry ½ NPT and plastic housing there is

a metallic ½" threaded insert moulded into the plastic housing.

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Caution:

grease should be used when screwing the NPT cable gland or

No

steel tube into the threaded insert. Standard grease can contain
additives that corrode the connection between threaded insert and
housing. This would influence the stability of the connection and the
tightness of the housing.

Cable screening and
grounding

Select connec­tion cable for Ex
applications

Single/Double chamber
housing

If screened cable is necessary, connect the cable screen on both ends
to ground potential. In the sensor, the screen must be connected
directly to the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal on the
outside of the housing must be connected to the potential equalisation
(low impedance).

If potential equalisation currents are expected, the connection on the
processing side must be made via a ceramic capacitor (e. g. 1 nF,
1500 V). The low frequency potential equalisation currents are thus
suppressed, but the protective effect against high frequency interfer­ence signals remains.

Ta

ke note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex
applications. In particular, make sure that no potential equalisation
currents flow over the cable screen. In case of grounding on both sides
this can be achieved by the use of a capacitor or a separate potential
equalisation.

5.2 Connection procedure

Proceed as follows:

1 Unscrew the housing cover
2 If an indicating and adjustment module is installed, remove it by

turning it slightly to the left.

3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry
4 Remove approx. 10 cm of the cable mantle, strip approx. 1 cm

insulation from the individual wires

5 Insert the cable through the cable gland into the sensor
6 Lift the opening levers of the terminals with a screwdriver (see

following illustration)

7 Insert the wire ends into the open terminals according to the wiring

plan

8 Press down the opening levers of the terminals, you will hear the

terminal spring closing

9 Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on

them

10 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the

outer ground terminal with potential equalisation

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nal housing

11 Tighten

the compression nut of the cable entry. The seal ring must

completely encircle the cable

12 Screw the housing cover on
The electrical connection is finished.

Fig. 6: Connection

steps 6 and 7

Proceed as follows:

1 Loosen the four screws on the housing socket with an Allen key

size 4

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2 Remo

Fig. 7: Components
1 Screws
2 Wall mounting plate
3 Cable gland

3 Loop the connection cable through the cable entry on the housing

Informa

ve the housing socket from the mounting plate

of the external housing for plics®devices

2)

base

tion:

The cable gland can be mounted in three positions each displaced by

90°. Simply exchange the cable gland against the blind plug in the
suitable thread opening.

4 Connect the wire ends as described under "Single/Double

chamber housing" according to the numbering

5 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the

outer ground terminal above on the housing to potential equal­isation

6 Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry. The seal ring must

completely encircle the cable

7 Attach the mounting plate again and tighten the screws
The electrical connection of the sensor to the external housing is

hence ready.

2)

The connection cable is already preconfectioned. If necessary, shorten it to

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the requested length, cut the breather capillaries clean. Remove approx.

5 cm of the cable mantle, strip approx. 1 cm insulation from the ends of the
individual wires. After shortening the cable, fasten the type plate with sup­port back onto the cable.

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Housing overview

5.3 Wir

The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia
version.

Fig. 8: Material
1 Plastic
2 Aluminium
3 Stainless steel
4 Stainless steel casting

ing plan, single chamber housing

versions, single chamber housing

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I²C

Display

1 2 5 6 7 8

3

4

1

2

I2C

Display

1

1 2 5

6 7 8

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Electronics and connec­tion compartment

Wiring plan

Fig. 9: Electronics
1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)
2 Spring-loaded terminals for connection of the external indication VEGADIS

61
3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
4 Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply

Fig. 10: Wiring
1 Voltage supply/Signal output

and connection compartment, single chamber housing

plan, single chamber housing

5.4 Wiring plan, double chamber housing

e following illustration apply to non-Ex as well as Ex ia versions. The

Th
Exd version is described in the next subchapter.

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1

2

3

4

6

5

1

3

2

Display

1 2 5 6 7 8

I²C

Housing overview

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Electronics compart­ment

Fig. 11: Double

1 Housing cover, connection compartment

2 Blind stopper or plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61 (optional)

3 Housing cover, electronics compartment

4 Filter element for pressure compensation of the electronics housing

5 Filter element for pressure compensation of the measuring cell

6 Cable entry or plug

Fig. 12: Electronics

1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)

2 Internal connection cable to the connection compartment

3 Terminals for VEGADIS 61

chamber housing

compartment, double chamber housing

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3

1

2

Display

1 2

I²C

I2C

1

1 2

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Connection compart­ment

Wiring plan

Fig. 13: Connection
1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)
2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
3 Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply

Fig. 14: Wiring
1 Voltage supply/Signal output

compartment, double chamber housing

plan, double chamber housing

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1 2 3

4

5

1

3

2

Display

1 2 5 6 7 8

I²C

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Housing overview

Electronics compart-

ment

5.5 Wir

Fig. 15: Double

1 Housing cover, connection compartment

2 Blind stopper or plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61 (optional)

3 Housing cover, electronics compartment

4 Filter element for air pressure compensation

5 Cable gland

ing plan double chamber housing Ex d

chamber housing

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Fig. 16: Electronics

1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)

2 Internal connection cable to the connection compartment

3 Terminals for VEGADIS 61

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compartment, double chamber housing

1

2

1 2

1

1 2

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Connection compart­ment

Wiring plan

Fig. 17: Connection
1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply and cable screen
2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen

Fig. 18: Wiring
1 Voltage supply/Signal output

compartment double chamber housing Ex d

plan double chamber housing Ex d

5.6 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar

This version is only available for instruments with absolute pressure
measuring ranges.

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+

-

1

2

Wire assignment, con­nection cable

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Overview

Fig. 19: Wire

1 brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system

2 Shielding

assignment, connection cable

5.7 Wiring plan, external housing with version IP 68

Fig. 20: VEGABAR 63 in IP 68 version 25 bar, non-Ex

external housing

and axial cable outlet,

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5 6 7 81 2

Display

I²C

4

5

1

2

3

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Electronics and connec­tion compartment

Fig. 21: Electronics
1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)
2 Spring-loaded terminals for connection of the external indication VEGADIS

61
3 Cable gland to VEGABAR
4 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
5 Spring-loaded terminals for voltage supply

and connection compartment

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1 2 3 4

6

3

4

1

2

5

I2C

Display

1

1 2 5

6 7 8

Terminal compartment,
housing socket

ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Wiring plan external
electronics

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Fig. 22: Connection

1 Brown

2 Blue

3 Yellow

4 White

5 Shielding

6 Breather capillaries

Fig. 23: Wiring

1 Power supply

of the sensor in the housing socket

plan external electronics

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ecting to power supply

5 Conn

Switch on phase

5.8 Switch

After connecting VEGABAR 63 to power supply or after a voltage
recurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30
seconds:

l Internal check of the electronics
l Indication of the instrument type, the firmware as well as the

sensor TAGs (sensor designation)

l Output signal jumps briefly (approx. 10 seconds) to the set fault

current
Then the corresponding current is outputted to the cable (the value

corresponds to the actual level as well as the settings already carried
out, e.g. factory setting).

on phase

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Function/Configuration

Mount/Dismount indicat-

ing and adjustment
module

6 Set

up with the indicating and adjustment

module PLICSCOM

6.1 Short description

The indicating and adjustment module is used for measured value

display, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be mounted in the following

housing versions and instruments:

®

l All sensors of the plics

in the double chamber housing (optionally in the electronics or
connection compartment)

l External indicating and adjustment unit VEGADIS 61

From a hardware version …- 01 or higher of the indicating and

adjustment module resp. …- 02 or higher of the corresponding sensor

electronics, an integrated backlight can be switched on via the

adjustment menu. The hardware version is stated on the type label of

the indicating and adjustment module or the sensor electronics.

Note:

You

can find detailed information on adjustment in the operating

instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module".

6.2 Insert indicating and adjustment module

The indicating and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor

and removed again at any time. It is not necessary to interrupt the

power supply.

Proceed as follows:

1 Unscrew the housing cover

2 Place the indicating and adjustment module in the desired position

on the electronics (you can choose any one of four different
positions - each displaced by 90°)

3 Press the indicating and adjustment module onto the electronics

and turn it to the right until it snaps in.

4 Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on

Removal is carried out in reverse order.

The indicating and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an

additional connection is not necessary.

instrument family, in the single as well as

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Fig. 24: Mounting

the indicating and adjustment module

Note:

If

you intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustment
module for continuous measured value indication, a higher cover with
an inspection glass is required.

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2

3

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Key functions

Adjustment system

6.3 Adj

Fig. 25: Indicating
1 LC display
2 Indication of the menu item number
3 Adjustment keys

l [OK] key:

l [->

ustment system

and adjustment elements

- Move to the menu overview

- Confirm selected menu

- Edit parameter

- Save

- menu change

- list entry

value

] key to select:

- Select editing position

l [+

] key:

- Change value of the parameter

l [ESC] key:

- interrupt input

- jump to the next higher menu

The

sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the indicating and
adjustment module. The LC display indicates the individual menu
items. The functions of the individual keys are shown in the above
illustration. Approx. 10 minutes after the last pressing of a key, an
automatic reset to measured value indication is triggered. Any values
not confirmed with [OK] will not be sa ved.

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Address setting HART­Multidrop

Level or process pres-

sure measurement

Parameter ad­justment "Level
measurement"

6.4 Setup

procedure

In HART-Multidrop mode (several sensors on one input) the address
must be set before continuing with the parameter adjustment. You will
find a detailed description in the operating instructions manual
"Indicating and adjustment module" or in the online help of PACTware
or DTM.

HART mode

Standard

Address 0

VEGABAR 63 can be used for level as well as for process pressure
measurement. Default setting is level measurement. The mode can be
changed in the adjustment menu.

Depending on the application only the respective subchapter "Level or
process pressure measurement" is of importance. There, you find the
individual adjustment steps.

Level measurement

Set up VEGABAR 63 in the following sequence:

1 Selecting adjustment unit/density unit
2 Carry out position correction
3 Carrying out min. adjustment
4 Carrying out max. adjustment

In the menu item "Adjustment unit" you select the physical unit in which
the adjustment should be carried out, e.g. mbar, bar, psi…

The position correction compensates the influence of the mounting
position or static pressure on the measurement. It does not influence
the adjustment values.

tion:

Informa

The steps 1, 3 and 4 are not necessary for instruments which are
already preset according to customer specifications!

You can find the data on the type label on the instrument or in the
menu items of the min./max. adjustment.

The indicating and adjustment module enables the adjustmetn without
filling or pressure. Thanks to this, you can carry out your settings
already in the factory without the instrument having to be installed.

The actual measured value is also displayed in the menu items for
min./max. adjustment.

Select unit

In this menu item you select the adjustment unit as well as the unit for
the temperature indication in the display.

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select the adjustment unit (in the example switching over from bar

To
to mbar) you have to proceed as follows:

3)

1 Push the [OK] button in the measured value display, the menu

overview is displayed.

▶

Basic adjustment

Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

2 Confirm the menu "Basic adjustment" with [OK], the menu item

"Unit" will be displayed.

Unit
Unit of measurement

bar

▼

Temperature unit
°C

▼

3 Activate the selection with [OK] and select "Units of measure-

ment with [->].

4 Activate the selection with [OK] and select the requested unit with

[->] (in the example mbar).

5 Confirm with [OK] and move to position correction with [->].
The adjustment unit is hence switched over from bar to mbar.

Informa

tion:

When switching over to adjustment in a height unit (in the example
from bar to m), the density also has to be entered.

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Proceed as follows:

1 Push the [OK] button in the measured value display, the menu

overview is displayed.

2 Confirm the menu "Basic adjustment" with [OK], the menu item

"Units of measurement" will be displayed.

3 Activate the selection with [OK] and select the requested unit with

[->] (in the example m).

4 Confirm with [OK], the submenu "Density unit" appears.

Unit of measurement

Density unit

▶

kg/dm³

pcf

5 Select the requested unit, e.g. kg/dm³ with [->] and confirm with

[OK], the submenu "Density" appears.

3)

Selection options: mbar, bar, psi, Pa, kPa, MPa, inHg, mmHg, inH

O.

mmH

2

O,

2

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Unit of measurement

Density

0001000
kg/dm³

6 Enter the requested density value with [->] and [+], confirm with

[OK] and move to position correction with [->].

The adjustment unit is hence switched over from bar to m.

Proceed as follows to select the temperature unit:

à Activate the selection with [OK] and select "Temperature unit

with [->].

à Activate the sel ection with [OK] and select the requested unit with

[->] (e.g. °F).

à Confirm with [OK].
The temperature unit is hence switched over from °C to °F.

4)

Carry out position cor­rection

Carrying out min. ad­justment

Proceed as follows:

1 Activate in the menu item "Position correction" the selection with

[OK].

Position correction
Offset

=
+0000 mbar

53 mbar

2 Select with [->], e.g. to accept actual measured value.

Position correction
Accept current measured

value?

▶

Accept
Edit

3 Confirm with [OK] and move to min.(zero) adjustment with [->].

Proceed as follows:

1 Edit the % value in the menu item "Min. adjustment" with [OK].

Min. adjustment

+000.0 %

=

+0000.0 mbar

0000.0 mbar

2 Set the requested percentage value with [+] and [->].
3 Edit the requested mbar value with [OK].
4 Set the requested mbar value with [+] and [->].

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Carrying out max. ad­justment

5 Confirm

with [+] and move to max. adjustment with [->].

The min. adjustment is finished.

Information:

For an adjustment with filling, you simply enter the displayed actual
measured value. If the adjustment ranges are exceeded, the message
"Outside parameter limits" appears. The editing procedure can be
aborted with [ESC] or the displayed limit value can be accepted with

[OK].

Proceed as follows:

1 Edit the % value in the menu item "Max. adjustment" with [OK].

Max. adjustment

+100.0 %

=

+1000.0 mbar

0000.0 mbar

Informa

tion:

The displayed pressure for 100 % corresponds to the nominal
measuring range of the sensor (in the above example 1 bar =

1000 mbar).

2 Set the requested percentage value with [->] and [OK].
3 Edit the requested mbar value with [OK].
4 Set the requested mbar value with [+] and [->].
5 Confirm with [OK] and move to the menu overview with [ESC].

The max. adjustment is finished.

Parameter ad­justment "Proc­ess pressure
measurement"

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tion:

Informa

For an adjustment with filling, you simply enter the displayed actual
measured value. If the adjustment ranges are exceeded, the message
"Outside parameter limits" appears. The editing procedure can be
aborted with [ESC] or the displayed limit value can be accepted with

[OK].

Process pressure measurement

Set up VEGABAR 63 in the following sequence:

1 Select application "Process pressure measurement"
2 Select the unit of measurement
3 Carry out position correction
4 Carrying out zero adjustment
5 Carrying out span adjustment

In the menu item "Adjustment unit" you select the physical unit in which
the adjustment should be carried out, e.g. mbar, bar, psi…

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e position correction compensates the influence of the mounting

Th
position or static pressure on the measurement. It does not influence
the adjustment values.

In the menu items "zero" and "span" you determine the span of the
sensor, the span corresponds to the end value.

Informa

tion:

The steps 1, 3 and 4 are not necessary for instruments which are
already preset according to customer specifications!

You can find the data on the type label on the instrument or in the
menu items of the zero/span adjustment.

The indicating and adjustment module enables the adjustmetn without
filling or pressure. Thanks to this, you can carry out your settings
already in the factory without the instrument having to be installed.

The actual measured value is displayed in addition to the menu items
for zero/span adjustment.

Select application

"Process pressure
measurement"

Select unit

VEGABAR 63 is preset to application "Level measurement". Proceed
as follows when switching over to application "Process pressure
measurement":

1 Push the [OK] button in the measured value display, the menu

overview is displayed.

2 Select the menu "Service" with [->] and confirm with [OK].

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics

▶

Service
Info

3 Select the menu item "Application" with [->] and edit with [OK].

ning:

War

Note the warning: "Output can change".

4 Select with [->] "OK" and confirm with [OK].
5 Select "Process pressure" from the list and confirm with [OK].

In this menu item you select the adjustment unit as well as the unit for
the temperature indication in the display.

To select the adjustment unit (in the example switching over from bar
to mbar) you have to proceed as follows:

5)

1 Push the [OK] button in the measured value display, the menu

overview is displayed.

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O.

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▶

Basic adjustment

Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

2 Confirm the menu "Basic adjustment" with [OK], the menu item

"Unit" will be displayed.

Unit
Unit of measurement

▼

bar

Temperature unit
°C

▼

3 Activate the selection with [OK] and select "Units of measure-

ment with [->].

4 Activate the selection with [OK] and select the requested unit with

[->] (in the example mbar).

5 Confirm with [OK] and move to position correction with [->].
The adjustment unit is hence switched over from bar to mbar.

Proceed as follows to select the temperature unit:

6)

à Activate the selection with [OK] and select "Temperature unit

with [->].

à Activate the sel ection with [OK] and select the requested unit with

[->] (e.g. °F).

à Confirm with [OK].
The temperature unit is hence switched over from °C to °F.

Carry out position cor­rection

Proceed as follows:

1 Activate in the menu item "Position correction" the selection with

[OK].

Position correction
Offset

=
+0000 mbar

53 mbar

2 Select with [->], e.g. to accept actual measured value.

Position correction
Accept current measured

value?

▶

Accept

Edit

3 Confirm with [OK] and move to min.(zero) adjustment with [->].

6)

Selection options: °C, °F.

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eed as follows:

Carrying out zero ad­justment

Proc

1 Edit the mbar value in the menu item "zero" with [OK].

Zero adjustment

000.0 %

=

+0000.0 mbar

0000.0 mbar

2 Set the requested mbar value with [+] and [->].
3 Confirm with [+] and move to span adjustment with [->].

The zero adjustment is finished.

Informa

tion:

The zero adjustment shifts the value of the span adjustment. The span,
i.e. the difference between these values, however, remains un­changed.

Informa

tion:

For an adjustment with pr essure, you simply enter the displayed actual
measured value. If the adjustment ranges are exceeded, the message
"Outside parameter limits" appears. The editing procedure can be
aborted with [ESC] or the displayed limit value can be accepted with

[OK].

Carrying out span ad­justment

Proceed as follows:

1 Edit the mbar value in the menu item "span" with [OK].

Span adjustment

100.0 %

=

+1000.0 mbar

0000.0 mbar

tion:

Informa

The displayed pressure for 100 % corresponds to the nominal
measuring range of the sensor (in the above example 1 bar =

1000 mbar).

2 Set the requested mbar value with [->] and [OK].
3 Confirm with [OK] and move to the menu overview with [ESC].

The span adjustment is finished.

Information:

For an adjustment with pr essure, you simply enter the displayed actual
measured value. If the adjustment ranges are exceeded, the message
"Outside parameter limits" appears. The editing procedure can be
aborted with [ESC] or the displayed limit value can be accepted with

[OK].

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Linearisation curve

Copy sensor data

arization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume

A line
does not increase linearly with the level - e. g. with a cylindrical or
spherical tank - and the indication or output of the volume is required.
Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these
vessels. They represent the correlation between the level percentage
and vessel volume. By activating the appropriate curve, the volume
percentage of the vessel is displayed correctly. If the volume should
not be displayed in percent but e.g. in l or kg, a scaling can be also set
in the menu item "Display".

Linearisation curve

linear

Enter the requested parameter via the appropriate keys, save your
settings and jump to the next menu item with the [->] key.

Caution:

Note

the following, if VEGABAR 63 is used as part of an overfill

protection system according to WHG:

If a linearisation curve is selected, the measuring signal is no longer
compulsorily linear proportional to the level. This must be taken into
consideration by the user, particularly when adjusting the switching
point on the level switch.

This function enables reading out parameter adjustment data as well
as writing parameter adjustment data into the sensor via the indicating
and adjustment module. A description of the function is available in the
operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module".

The following data are read out or written with this function:

l Measured value presentation
l Adjustment
l Damping
l Linearisation curve
l Sensor-TAG
l Displayed value
l Display unit
l Scaling
l Current output
l Unit of measurement
l Language

The following safety-relevant data are not read out or written:

l SIL
l HART mode
l PIN
l Application

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Copy sensor data

Copy sensor data?

Reset

Basic adjustment

If the "Reset" (sensor-specific basic adjustment) is carried out, the
sensor resets the values of the following menu items to the reset
values (see chart):

Menu section Function Reset value

Basic settings Unit of measurement bar

Temperature unit °C
Zero/Min. adjustment Measuring range begin
Span/Max. adjustment Measuring range end
Density 1 kg/l
Density unit kg/l
Damping 1 s
Linearisation linear
Sensor-TAG Sensor

Display Displayed value 1 bar

Displayed value 2 %
Display unit Volume/l
Scaling 0.00 to 100.0
Decimal point indication 8888.8

Service Current output - characteristics 4 … 20 mA

Current output - failure < 3.6 mA
Current output - min. current 3.8 mA
Current output - max. current 20.5 mA

The values of the following menu items are not reset with "Reset:

Menu section Function Reset value

Basic settings Position correction no reset
Display Lighting no reset
Service SIL no reset

Language no reset
HART mode no reset
Application no reset

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Optional settings

Factory

Like basic adjustment, furthermore special parameters are reset to
default values.

setting

7)

Pointer

The min. and max. temperature or pressure values are each reset to
the actual value.

Additional adjustment and diagnosis options such as e.g. scaling,
simulation or trend curve presentation are shown in the following menu
schematic. You will find a detailed description of these menu items in
the operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module".

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7)

Special parameters are parameters which are set customer-specifically on
the service level with the adjustment software PACTware.

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Basic adjustment

▶

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

Unit
Unit of measurement

bar

▼

Temperature unit
°C

▼

Damping

1 s

Display

Basic adjustment

▶

Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

1.1

1.5

1

2

6.5 Menu

schematic

Information:

Depending on the version and application, the highlighted menu
windows are not always available.

Position correction
Offset

=

0.2 mbar
0000 mbar

Linearisation curve

linear

▼

1.2

1.6

Min. adjustment

000.0 %

=

0.0 mbar

0.0 mbar

Sensor-TAG

Sensor

1.3

1.7

Max. adjustment

100.00 %

=

100.00 mbar

0.0 mbar

1.4

Displayed value

Pressure

▼

Lighting

Switched off

2.1

2.4

▼

Displayed value

Scaled

▼

2.1

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Volume
l

▼

2.2

▼

Scaling

0 % = 0.0

l

100 % = 100.0

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3

Pointer
p-min.: -5.8 mbar
p-max.: 167.5 mbar

T-min.: -12.5 °C
T-max.: +85.5 °C

Service

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics

▶

Service
Info

Current output

Output mode: 4-20 mA
Fail.mode: < 3.6 mA
Min. current: 3.8 mA
max. current: 20.5 mA

HART mode

Address 0

Info

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics
Service

▶

Info

Standard

3.1

4.1

▼

Sensor status

OK

4

Simulation

Start simulation

3.2

4.2

▼

Trend curve

Start trend curve?

Reset

Select reset

3.3.1

4.3

▼

Language

Deutsch

4.4

▼

▼
▼

▼

4.6

5

Copy sensor data

Copy sensor data?

4.7

PIN

Enable?

4.8

Application

Level

▼

4.9

Sensor type

Serial number

12345678

5.1

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Date of manufacture
e.g. 16. May 2008
Software version

e.g. 3.50

5.2

Last change using PC

e.g. 16. May 2008

5.3

Sensor characteristics

Display now?

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6.6 Saving

It is recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operating
instructions manual and archive them afterwards. They are hence
available for multiple use or service purposes.

If VEGABAR 63 is equipped with an indicating and adjustment module,
the most important data can be read out of the sensor into indicating
and adjustment module. The procedure is described in the operating
instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module" in the menu
item "Copy sensor data". The data remain there permanently even if
the sensor power supply fails.

If it is necessary to exchange the sensor, the indicating and adjustment
module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are
written into the sensor under the menu item "Copy sensor data".

the parameter adjustment data

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1

2

1

2

3

4

OPEN

TWIST

USB

LOCK

7 Setup

with PACTware and other adjustment programs

Internal connection via
I²C interface

External connection via
I²C interface

7 Setup

with PACTware and other adjustment

programs

7.1 Connect the PC via VEGACONNECT

Fig. 26: Connection
1 USB cable to the PC
2 VEGACONNECT
3 Sensor

of the PC via VEGACONNECT directly to the sensor

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Fig. 27: Connection
1 I²C bus (com.) interface on the sensor
2 I²C connection cable of VEGACONNECT
3 VEGACONNECT
4 USB cable to the PC

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via I²C connection cable

1

2 4

3

OPEN

TWIST

USB

LOCK

7 Setup

with PACTware and other adjustment programs

Connection via HART

ary components:

Necess

l VEGABAR 63
l PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM
l VEGACONNECT
l Power supply unit or processing system

Fig. 28: Connecting
1 VEGABAR 63
2 HART resistor 250 Ω (optional depending on processing)
3 Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals
4 Processing system/PLC/Voltage supply

the PC via HART to the signal cable

Necessary components:

l VEGABAR 63
l PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM
l VEGACONNECT
l HART resistor approx. 250 Ω
l Power supply unit or processing system

Note:

power supply units with integrated HART resistance (internal

With

resistance approx. 250 Ω), an additional external resistance is not
necessary. This applies, e. g. to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN
149A, VEGADIS 371, VEGAMET 381). Common Ex separators are
also usually equipped with a sufficient current limitation resistance. In
such cases, VEGACONNECT 4 can be connected parallel to the
4 … 20 mA cable.

7.2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware

Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manual

"DTM Collection/PACTware" attached to each CD and which can also
be downloaded from our homepage. A detailed description is available
in the online help of PACTware and the VEGA DTMs.

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in mind that for setup of VEGABAR 63, DTM-Collection in the

actual version must be used.

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7 Setup

currently available VEGA DTMs are provided in the DTM Collection

All

on CD and can be obtained from the responsible VEGA agency for a
token fee. This CD includes also the up-to-date PACTware version.
The basic version of this DTM Collection incl. PACTware is also
available as a free-of-charge download from the Internet.

Go via

www.vega.co

with PACTware and other adjustment programs

m and "Downloads" to the item "Software".

7.3 Parameter adjustment with AMS™ and PDM

For VEGA sensors, instrument descriptions for the adjustment
programs AMS™ and PDM are available as DD or EDD. The
instrument descriptions are already implemented in the current
versions of AMS™ and PDM. For older versions of AMS™ and PDM,
a free-of-charge download is available via Internet.

Go via

www.vega.co

m and "Downloads" to the item "Software".

7.4 Saving the parameter adjustment data

It is recommended to document or save the parameter adjustment
data. They are hence available for multiple use or service purposes.

The VEGA DTM Collection and PACTware in the licensed, profes­sional version provide suitable tools for systematic project documen­tation and storage.

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Maintenance

Cleaning

Reaction when malfunc-

tions occur

Causes of malfunction

Fault rectification

8 Maint

enance and fault rectification

8.1 Maintain

When used in the correct way, no special maintenance is required in
normal operation.

In some applications, product buildup on the sensor diaphragm can
influence the measuring result. Depending on the sensor and
application, take precautions to ensure that heavy buildup, and
especially a hardening thereof, is avoided.

If necessary, clean the transmitter. Make sure that the materials are
resistant against the cleanig, see resistance list under "Services" on

"

www.vega.com". T
special cleaning instructions for each application. Please ask the
VEGA agency serving you.

he application variety of VEGABAR 63 requires

8.2 Remove interferences

The operator of the system is responsible for taken suitable measures
to remove interferences.

A maximum of reliability is ensured. Nevertheless, faults can occur
during operation. These may be caused by the following, e.g.:

l Sensor
l Process
l Power supply
l Signal processing

The first measures to be taken are to check the output signals as well
as to evaluate the error messages via the indicating and adjustment
module. The procedure is described below. Further comprehensive
diagnostics can be carried out on a PC with the software PACTware
and the suitable DTM. In many cases, the causes can be determined
in this way and faults can be rectified.

24 hour service hotline

Checking the 4 … 20 mA
signal

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However, should these measures not be successful, call the VEGA

service hotline in urgent cases under the phone no. [phone].

The hotline is available to you 7 days a week round-the-clock. Since
we offer this service world-wide, the support is only available in the
English language. The service is free of charge, only the standard
telephone costs will be charged.

Connect a handheld multimeter in the suitable measuring range
according to the wiring plan.

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Fault messages via the
indicating/adjustment
module

? 4 … 20 mA sign

l Level fluctuations

al not stable

à Set the integration time via the indicating and adjustment

module or PACTware

l no atmospheric pressure compensation

à Check the pressure compensation in the housing and clean

the filter element, if necessary

? 4 … 20 mA signal missing

l Wrong connection to power supply

à Check connection according to chapter "Connection steps"

and if necessary, correct according to chapter "Wiring plan"

l No power supply

à Check cables for breaks; repair if necessary

l Operating voltage too low or load resistance too high

à Check, adapt if necessary

? Current signal greater than 22 mA or less than 3.6 mA

l electronics module or measuring cell defective

à Exchange instrument or return instrument for repair

In Ex

applications, the regulations for the wiring of intrinsically safe

circuits must be observed.

? E013

l no measured value available

à Exchange instrument or return instrument for repair

8)

Reaction after fault rec­tification

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l Adjustment span too small

à repeat with modified values

? E036

l no operable sensor software

à Carry out a software update or send the instrument for repair

? E041

l Hardware error

à Exchange instrument or return instrument for repair

Depending on the failure reason and measures taken, the steps

described in chapter "Set up" must be carried out again, if necessary.

8)

Fault message can also appear if the pressure is higher than the nominal
range.

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aintenance and fault rectification

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Load sensor software to
PC

Prepare update

8.3 Exch

In case of a defect, the electronics module can be exchanged by the
user against an identical type. If no electronics module is available on
side, the module can be ordered for the VEGA agency serving you.

Ordering and exchange are possible with or without sensor serial
number. The electronics module with serial number includes order-
specific data such as factory setting, seal material etc. These are not
included in the electronics module without serial number.

The serial number is stated on the type label of VEGABAR 63 or on the
delivery note.

anging the electronics module

8.4 Software update

The following components are required to update the sensor software:

l Sensor
l Power supply
l VEGACONNECT
l PC with PACTware
l Current sensor software as file

www.vega.co

At "
instruments and sensors" the suitable instrument series. Load the zip
file via the right mouse key with "Save target as" e.g. on the desktop of
your PC. Extract all files available in the zip file, e.g. to the desktop.

Connect the sensor to power supply and provide connection from PC
to the instrument via VEGACONNECT. Start PACTware and provide
connection to the sensor, e.g. via the VEGA project assistant. Close
the parameter window of the sensor, as far as open.

m/downloads" go to "Software". Select under "plics

Load software into sen­sor

Go in the PACTware menu bar to "Instrument data", "Additional
functions" and "Update instrument software".

PACTware checks now the actual hardware and software version of
the sensor and displays the data. This procedure lasts approx. 60 s.

Push the button " Update software" and select the previously
extracted hex file. Then the software update can be started. Further
files are installed automatically. Depending on the sensor, this
procedure lasts approximately 1 h.

8.5 Instrument repair

If a repair is necessary, please proceed as follows:

You can download a return form (23 KB) from our Internet homepage

www.vega.com

form".

By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without
having to call back for needed information.

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t and fill out one form per instrument

l Prin
l Clean the instrument and pack it damage-proof
l Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data

sheet outside on the packaging

l Please ask the agency serving you for the address of your return

shipment. You can find the respective agency on our website
www.vega.com under: "Company - VEGA worldwide"

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ting

9 Dismou

nting

9.1 Dismounting steps

Warning:

Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such
as e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temperatures, corrosive or toxic
products etc.

Take note of chapters "Mounting" and "Connecting to power supply"
and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.

9.2 Disposal

The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by
specialised recycling companies. We use recyclable materials and
have designed the electronics to be easily separable.

WEEE directive 2002/96/EG

This instrument is not subject to the WEEE directive 2002/96/EG and
the respective national laws. Pass the instrument directly on to a
specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting
points. These may be used only for privately used products according
to the WEEE directive.

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.

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10.1 Technical data

General data

Pressure type Gauge pressure or gauge pressure
Measuring principle Depending on the measuring range piezoresistive

Communication interface I²C bus

Materials and weights

Materials, wetted parts

- Process fitting 316Ti

- Diaphragm standard 316Ti

- Diaphragm from measuring range 25 bar,

with not flush version

- Seal ring, O-ring FKM (VP2/A), EPDM (A+P 75.5/KW75F), NBR

Materials, non-wetted parts

- Internal transmission liquid Synthetic oil, Halocarbon oil

- Electronics housing Plastic PBT (polyester), Alu die-casting powder-

- External electronics housing plastic PBT (Polyester)

- Socket, wall mounting plate external

electronics housing

- Seal between housing socket and wall
mounting plate

- Seal ring, housing cover NBR (stainless steel housing), silicone (Alu/plastic

- Inspection window in housing cover for

indicating and adjustment module

- Ground terminal 316Ti/316L

- Connection between IP 68 transmitter

and external electronics housing

- Type plate support with IP 68 version on
cable

Weight approx. 0.8 kg (1.764 lbs)

with internal transmission liquid or strain gauge

(DMS) dry.

Elgiloy 2.4711

(COG), FFKM (Chemraz 535)

9)10)

coated, 316L

plastic PBT (Polyester)

TPE (fixed connected)

housing)

Polycarbonate (UL-746-C listed)

PUR, FEP, PE

PE hard

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Synthetic oil for measuring ranges up to 16 bar, FDA listed for the food
processing industry. For measuring ranges up to 25 bar dry measuring cell.

10)

Halocarbon oil: Generally in oxygen applications, not with vacuum meas­uring ranges, not with absolute measuring ranges < 1 bar

.

abs

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90 %

100 %

10 %

t

t

T

A

t

t

S

2

1

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t variable

Output signal 4 … 20 mA/HART
HART output values

- HART value (Primary Value) Process pressure

- HART value (Secondary Value) Temperature

Signal resolution 1.6 µA
Failure signal current output (adjustable) mA-value unchanged 20.5 mA, 22 mA, < 3.6 mA
Max. output current 22 mA
Load see load diagram under Power supply
Fulfilled NAMUR recommendations NE 43

Dynamic behaviour output

Run-up time approx. 10 s

Fig. 29: Sudden
1 Process variable

2 Output signal

change of the process variable, dead time tT, rise time tAand step response time t

Dead time ≤ 150 ms
Rise time ≤ 100 ms (10 … 90 %)
Step response time ≤ 250 ms (ti: 0 s, 10 … 90 %)
Damping (63 % of the input variable) 0 … 999 s, adjustable

Input variable

Adjustment

Adjustment range of the min./max. adjustment relating to the nominal measuring range:

- Min. -5 … +95 %

- Max. -5 … +105 %

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tment range of the zero/span adjustment relating to the nominal measuring range:

Adjus

- zero -5 … +95 %

- Span -5 … +105 %

Recommended max. turn down 10 : 1 (no limitation)

Nominal measuring ranges and overload resistance

Nominal range Overload, max. pressure Overload, min. pressure

Gauge pressure

0 … 0.4 bar/0 … 40 kPa 2 bar/200 kPa -1 bar/-100 kPa
0 … 1.6 bar/0 … 160 kPa 10 bar/1000 kPa -1 bar/-100 kPa
0 … 16 bar/0 … 1.6 MPa 80 bar/8 MPa -1 bar/-100 kPa
0 … 40 bar/0 … 4 MPa 80 bar/8 MPa -1 bar/-100 kPa
0 … 100 bar/0 … 10 MPa 200 bar/20 MPa -1 bar/-100 kPa
0 … 250 bar/0 … 25 MPa 500 bar/50 MPa -1 bar/-100 kPa
0 … 600 bar/0 … 60 MPa 1200 bar/120 MPa -1 bar/-100 kPa

-1 … 3 bar/-100 … 300 kPa 17 bar/1700 kPa -1 bar/-100 kPa

-1 … 5 bar/-100 … 500 kPa 35 bar/3500 kPa -1 bar/-100 kPa

-1 … 15 bar/-100 … 1.5 MPa 80 bar/8 MPa -1 bar/-100 kPa

Absolute pressure

0 … 0.4 bar/0 … 40 kPa 2 bar/200 kPa

0 … 1.6 bar/0 … 160 kPa 10 bar/1000 kPa

0 … 6 bar/0 … 600 kPa 35 bar/3500 kPa

0 … 16 bar/0 … 1.6 MPa 80 bar/8 MPa

0 bar abs.

0 bar abs.

0 bar abs.

0 bar abs.

Reference conditions and actuating variables (similar to DIN EN 60770-1)

Reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298-1

- Temperature +18 … +30 °C (+64 … +86 °F)

- Relative humidity 45 … 75 %

- Air pressure 860 … 1060 mbar/86 … 106 kPa (12.5 … 15.4 psig)

Determination of characteristics Limit point adjustment according to IEC 61298-2
Characteristics linear
Reference installation position upright, diaphragm points downward
Influence of the installation position depending on the isolating diaphragm version

Deviation determined according to the limit point method according to IEC 60770

11)

Applies to digital interfaces (HART, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus) as well as to analogue
current output 4 … 20 mA. Specifications refer to the set span. Turn down (TD) is the relation
nominal measuring range/set span.

11)

Incl. non-linearity, hysteresis and non-repeatability.

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on

- Turn down 1 : 1 up to 5 : 1 < 0.1 %

- Turn down > 5 : 1 < 0.02 % x TD

Deviation with absolute pressure measuring range 0.1 bar

- Turn down 1 : 1 up to 5 : 1 < 0.25 %

- Turn down > 5 : 1 < 0.05 % x TD

Influence of the product or ambient temperature

Applies to instruments with digital signal output (HART, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus) as well
as to instruments with analogue current output 4 … 20 mA. Specifications refer to the set span.

Turn down (TD) = nominal measuring range/set span.

Thermal change zero zignal, reference temperature 20 °C (68 °F):

- In the compensated temperature range

< 0.05 %/10 K x TD

0 … +100 °C (+32 … +212 °F)

- Outside the compensated temperature

typ. < 0.05 %/10 K x TD

range

Applies also to instruments with analogue 4 … 20 mA current output and refers to the set span.

Thermal change, current output < 0.15 % at -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)

Long-term stability (similar to DIN 16086, DINV 19259-1 and IEC 60770-1)

Applies to digital interfaces (HART, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus) as well as to analogue
current output 4 … 20 mA. Specifications refer to the set span. Turn down (TD) = nominal
measuring range/set span.

Long-term drift of the zero signal < (0.1 % x TD)/year

Ambient conditions

Ambient, storage and transport temperature

- Standard version -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)

- Standard version with indicating and

-15 … +70 °C (+5 … +158 °F)

adjustment module

- Connection G1 A front-flush according to

-10 … +80 °C (+14 … +176 °F)

EHEDG

- Fitting G1 A front-flush according to

-10 … +70 °C (+14 … +158 °F)

EHEDG with indicating and adjustment
module

- Version for oxygen applications

- Version for oxygen applications with

indicating and adjustment module

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12)

13)

12)

Up to 60 °C (140 °F).

13)

Up to 60 °C (140 °F).

-40 … +60 °C (-40 … +140 °F)

-15 … +60 °C (+5 … +140 °F)

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Proces

The specifications to the pressure stage and the product temperature are used as an overview.
The specifications of the type label are applicable.

Product temperature, depending on the seal

14)

- FKM (VP2/A) -20 … +100 °C (-4 … +212 °F)

- EPDM (A+P 75.5/KW75F) -30 … +100 °C (-22 … +212 °F)

- NBR (COG) -20 … +100 °C (-4 … +212 °F)

Product temperature front-flush threaded fitting G1 A according to EHEDG, threaded fitting
M44 x 1.25 as well as hygienic fittings, depending on seal

15) 16)

- FKM (VP2/A) -20 … +150 °C (-4 … +302 °F)

- EPDM (A+P 75.5/KW75F) -30 … +150 °C (-22 … +302 °F)

- NBR (COG) -20 … +150 °C (-4 … +302 °F)

Vibration resistance mechanical vibrations with 4 g and 5 … 100 Hz
Shock resistance Acceleration 100 g/6 ms

18)

17)

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Version for oxygen applications up to 60 °C (140 °F).

15)

Not with hygienic fitting with compression nut F40 PN40/316L

16)

Version for oxygen applications up to 60 °C (140 °F).

17)

Tested according to the regulations of German Lloyd, GL directive 2.

18)

Tested according to EN 60068-2-27.

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Cable entry/plug

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mechanical data - version IP 66/IP 67

19)

- Single chamber housing l 1 x cable gland M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm),
1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5

or:

l 1 x closing cap ½ NPT, 1 x blind plug ½ NPT

or:

l 1 x plug (depending on the version), 1 x blind

stopper M20 x 1.5

or:

l 2 x blind stopper M20 x 1,5

- Double chamber housing l 1 x cable gland M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm),
1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5; plug M12 x 1 for

VEGADIS 61 (optional)

or:

l 1 x closing cap ½ NPT, 1 x blind stopper

½ NPT, plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61

(optional)

or:

l 1 x plug (depending on the version), 1 x blind

stopper M20 x 1.5; plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS
61 (optional)

or:

l 2 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5; plug M12 x 1 for

VEGADIS 61 (optional)

Spring-loaded terminals for wire cross-sec-

tion

< 2.5 mm² (AWG 14)

Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar

Cable entry

- Single chamber housing l 1 x IP 68 cable gland M20 x 1.5; 1 x blind
stopper M20 x 1.5

or:

l 1 x closing cap ½ NPT, 1 x blind plug ½ NPT

- Double chamber housing l 1 x IP 68 cable gland M20 x 1.5; 1 x blind
stopper M20 x 1.5; plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS
61 (optional)

or:

l 1 x closing cap ½ NPT, 1 x blind stopper

½ NPT, plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61

(optional)

19)

Depending on the version M12 x 1, according to DIN 43650, Harting, 7/
8" FF.

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Connec

- Configuration four wires, one suspension cable, one breather
capillary, screen braiding, metal foil, mantle

- Wire cross-section 0.5 mm² (AWG 20)

- Wire resistance < 0.036 Ω/m (0.011 Ω/ft)

- Tensile strength > 1200 N (270 pounds force)

- Standard length 5 m (16.4 ft)

- Max. length 1000 m (3281 ft)

- Min. bending radius at 25 °C/77 °F 25 mm (0.985 in)

- Diameter approx. 8 mm (0.315 in)

- Colour - standard PE Black

- Colour - standard PUR Blue

- Colour - Ex-version Blue

Electromechanical data - version IP 68

Cable entry/plug

20)

- External housing l 1 x cable gland M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm),

1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5

or:

l 1 x plug (depending on the version), 1 x blind

stopper M20 x 1.5

Spring-loaded terminals for wire cross-sec­tion up to

Connection cable between IP 68 instrument and external housing:

- Configuration four wires, one suspension cable, one breather

- Wire cross-section 0.5 mm² (AWG 20)

- Wire resistance < 0.036 Ω/m (0.011 Ω/ft)

- Standard length 5 m (16.40 ft)

- Max. length 180 m (590.5 ft)

- Min. bending radius at 25 °C/77 °F 25 mm (0.985 in)

- Diameter approx. 8 mm (0.315 in)

- Colour - standard PE Black

- Colour - standard PUR Blue

- Colour - Ex-version Blue

2.5 mm² (AWG 14)

capillary, screen braiding, metal foil, mantle

Indicating and adjustment module

Voltage supply and data transmission through the sensor
Indication LC display in dot matrix

20)

Depending on the version M12 x 1, according to DIN 43650, Harting, 7/
8" FF.

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1000

750

500

250

14

1816 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36

Ω

V

4

1

2

3

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tment elements 4 keys

Protection class

- unassembled IP 20

- mounted into the sensor without cover IP 40

Materials

- Housing ABS

- Inspection window Polyester foil

Power supply

Operating voltage

- Non-Ex instrument 14 … 36 V DC

- EEx-ia instrument 14 … 30 V DC

- Exd instrument 20 … 36 V DC

Operating voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module

- Non-Ex instrument 22.5 … 36 V DC

- EEx-ia instrument 22.5 … 30 V DC

- EExd-ia instrument 22.5 … 36 V DC

Permissible residual ripple

- < 100 Hz U

ss

< 1 V

- 100 Hz … 10 kHz Uss< 10 mV

Load see diagram

Fig. 30: Voltage
1 HART load

2 Voltage limit EEx-ia instrument
3 Voltage limit Ex-d instrument
4 Operating voltage

diagram

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cal protective measures

Electri

Protection class

- Housing, standard IP 66/IP 67

- Aluminium and stainless housing (op-

IP 68 (1 bar)

21)

22)

tionally available)

- Transmitter in IP 68 version IP 68

- External housing IP 65

Overvoltage category III
Protection class II

Approvals

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".

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21)

Instruments with gauge pressure measuring ranges cannot detect the am­bient pressure when submerged, e.g. in water. This can lead to falsification
of the measured value.

22)

Only with instruments with absolute pressure ranges.

T 63

~ 69 mm

(2.72")

ø 77 mm

(3.03")

112 mm (4

13

/

32

")

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

~ 69 mm

(2.72")

ø 77 mm

(3.03")

117 mm (4.61")

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

~ 87 mm (3.43")

M16x1,5

ø 84 mm

(3.31")

120 mm (4.72")

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

~ 116 mm (4.57")

ø 84 mm (3.31")

116 mm (4.57")

M20x1,5M20x1,5/

½ NPT

~ 59 mm

(2.32")

ø 80 mm

(3.15")

112 mm (4.41")

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

1

3

4

5

2

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10.2 Dim

ensions

Housing in protection class IP 66/IP 67

Fig. 31: Housing
9 mm/0.35 in higher)
1 Plastic housing
2 Stainless steel housing

versions in protection IP 66/IP 67 (with integrated indicating and adjustment module the housing is

3 Special steel casting housing
4 Aluminium double chamber housing
5 Aluminium housing

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117 mm (4.61")

120 mm (4.72")

~ 103 mm

(4.06")

~ 105 mm (4.13")

ø 77 mm

(3.03")

116 mm (4.57")

~ 150 mm (5.91")

ø 84 mm (3.31")

ø 84 mm

(3.31")

~ 93 mm

(3.66")

ø 80 mm

(3.15")

112 mm (4.41")

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

M20x1,5

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

M16x1,5

4

2 3

M20x1,5M20x1,5

1

Housin

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Fig. 32: Housing

versions in protection IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar (with integrated indicating and adjustment module the

housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher)

1 Stainless steel housing
2 Special steel casting housing
3 Aluminium double chamber housing
4 Aluminium housing

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1

2

65 mm

(2 9/16")

68 mm

(2

43

/

64

")

92 mm

(3

5

/

8

")

42mm

(1 21/32")

40mm

(1 37/64")

90 mm (3 35/64")

110 mm (4 21/64")

~ 66 mm (2 19/32")

59 mm (2

21

/

64

")

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IP 68 vers

ion with external housing

Fig. 33: IP 68 version
1 Lateral cable outlet
2 Axial cable outlet

with external housing

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23 mm

(

29

/

32

")

G ½ A

G ½ B

63 mm

(2

31

/

64

")

65 mm

(2

9

/

16

")

G1B

65 mm

(2

9

/

16

")

20,5 mm

(

13

/

16

")

10 mm

(

25

/

64

")

20,5 mm

(

13

/

16

")

10 mm

(

25

/

64

")

3 mm

(

1

/

8

")

ø 3 mm

(

1

/

8

")

ø 6 mm

(

15

/

64

")

ø 18mm

(

45

/

64

")

ø35 mm

(1

3

/

8

")

½“NPT

¼“NPT

65 mm

(2

9

/

16

")

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

25 mm

(

63

/

64

")

15 mm

(

19

/

32

")

20 mm

(

25

/

32

")

32,5 mm

(1

9

/

32

")

10 mm

(

25

/

64

")

SW 41 mm

G1B

M44x1,25

76 mm

(2

63

/

64

")

28 mm

(1

7

/

64

")

ø 30 mm

(1

3

/

16

")

GN BAGE

GV

GF/GK GC/GH

SW 27mm

(1 1/16")

SW 41mm

(1 39/64")

SW 46mm

(1 13/16")

ø 30mm

(1

3

/

16

")

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aded fitting

Fig. 34: VEGABAR 63 GV = G½ A manometer
front flush EHEDG, GN = ½ NPT, BA = M44 x 1.25

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connection, GF = G½ B front flush, GC = G1 B front flush, GE = G1 B

T 67

LA

ø78 mm

(3

5

/

64

")

82 mm

(3

15

/

64

")

LA

ø 90 mm

(3

35

/

64

")

82 mm

(3

15

/

64

")

CA

ø64 mm

(2

33

/

64

")

ø84 mm

(3

5

/

16

")

ø66 mm
(2

19

/

32

")

82 mm

(3

15

/

64

")

CC

TATB

ø50 mm
(1

31

/

32

")

82 mm

(3

15

/

64

")

82 mm

(3

15

/

64

")

82 mm

(3

15

/

64

")

ø 72 mm (3

53

/

64

")

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VEGABAR 63 - hy

gienic fitting 1

Fig. 35: VEGABAR 63 CC = Tri-Clamp 1½", CA = Tri-Clamp 2", LA = hygienic fitting

with compression nut, LB =

hygienic fitting with tension flange, TB = Tuchenhagen Varivent DN 25, TC = Tuchenhagen Varivent DN 32

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KB

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

ø 66 mm (2

19

/

32

") ø 83 mm (3

17

/

64

")

ø 63 mm (2

31

/

64

")

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

KDKC

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plement

VEGABAR 63 - hy

gienic fitting 2

Fig. 36: VEGABAR 63 B = Cone 2.1 M52 x 2, KB = cone 2.1 M64 x 2, KB = cone 2.1 DN 25

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T 69

RA

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

84 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

84 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

ø 74 mm (2

29

/

32

")

ø 78 mm (3

5

/

64

") ø 92 mm (3

5

/

8

")

ø 92 mm (3

5

/

8

")

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

RB RC RD

RE

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

ø 63 mm (2

29

/

32

")

RF

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

ø 70 mm (2

3

/

4

")

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VEGABAR 63 - hy

gienic fitting 3

Fig. 37: VEGABAR 63 - hygienic fitting: RE = bolting DN 25/PN 40 according
PN 40 according to DIN 11851, RA = bolting DN 40/PN 40 according to DIN 11851, RB = bolting DN 50/PN 40

according to DIN 11851, RC = bolting DN 40/PN 40 according to DIN 11864, RD = bolting DN 50/PN 40 according
to DIN 11864

70 VE

to DIN 11851, RF = bolting DN 32/

GABAR 63 • 4 … 20 mA/HART

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AA

82 mm

(3.23")

ø 65 mm (2.56")

ø 105 mm (4.13")

ø 84 mm (3.31")

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VEGABAR 63 - hy

Fig. 38: VEGABAR 63 - AA = DRD

gienic fitting 4

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T 71

1

7

/

64

"

3

15

/

32

"

4

1

/

64

"

5

7

/

16

"

1/

8

"

1/

8

"

1/

8

"

4xø

45

/

64

"

4xø

45

/

64

"

8xø

55

/

64

"

4

21

/

64

"

4

59

/

64

"

6

11

/

16

"

5

29

/

32

"

6

1

/

2

"

8

15

/

32

"

45

/

64

"

25

/

32

"

EA 40 40
FB 50 40
FM 80 64

DN

mm

inch

PN D k

b
EA 40 40 150 18 110
FB 50 40 165 20 125

d2
4xø18
4xø18

d4
88

102

f
3
3

FM 80 64 215 28 170 8xø22 138 3

d4

k

d2

D

f

b

81 mm

(3

3

/

16

")

EA, FB, FM

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VEGABAR 63 - fl

ange connection

Fig. 39: VEGABAR 63 - flange
1 Flange connection according to DIN 2501
2 Flange fitting according to ANSI B16.5

connection

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10.3 In

dustrial property rights

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housing.

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T 73

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T 75

VEGA Grieshaber KG

ISO 9001

Am Hohenstein 113
77761 Schiltach

Germany
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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statements concerning scope of delivery, application,

All

practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and

processing systems correspond to the information avail-

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© VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2008

Subject to change without prior notice 32462-EN-081209