VEGA PULS67 User Manual
Operating Instructions
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of bulk solids
VEGAPULS 67
HART - integrated accumulator
Document ID: 40795
Quick start
Mounting
Connect electrically
Quick start
The quick start enables a quick setup with many applications. You
can nd further information in the respective chapters of the operating
instructions manual.
1. Distance from the vessel wall > 200 mm
200 mm
(7.87
")
Fig. 1: Distance of the antenna to the vessel wall/socket conguration
2. Keep the socket short, round o the socket end
For further information see chapter "Mounting".
1. Insert the battery charger into the socket of the power supply
compartment and load the integrated accumulator before setting
up the instrument.
2. Switch on the instrument by means of the button outside on the
housing.
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Set parameters
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Fig. 2: Switch on/o button outside on the housing
1 On/O button
For further information see chapter "Connecting to power supply".
1. Go via the indicating and adjustment module to the menu "Setup".
2. Select in the menu item "Medium" the medium of your application, for example "Gravel/Pebble".
3. Select in the menu item "Application" the vessel, the application
and the vessel form, for example, silo.
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4. Carry out the adjustment in the menu items "Min. adjustment" and
"Max. adjustment".
Parameterization example
Further steps
The radar sensor measures the distance from the sensor to the
product surface. For indication of the real level, an allocation of the
measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out.
")
0,5 m
(19.68
100%
2
")
10 m
(393.7
0%
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Fig. 3: Parameterization example
1 Min. level ≙ max. meas. distance
2 Max. level ≙ min. meas. distance
For this adjustment, the distance is entered with full and virtually
empty vessel. If these values are not known, an adjustment with
distances, for example, of 10 % and 90 % is also possible. Starting
point for these distance specications is always the seal surface of
the thread or ange.
1. In the menu "Additional settings", menu item "Damping" you have
to adjust the requested damping of the output signal.
2. Select the output characteristics in the menu item "Current out-
put".
The quick start is then nished. For further information see chapter
"Parameter adjustment".
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Contents
Contents
1 About this document
1.1 Function ............................................................................. 6
1.2 Target group ....................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbolism used ................................................................. 6
2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel ......................................................... 7
2.2 Appropriate use .................................................................. 7
2.3 Warning about incorrect use ............................................... 7
2.4 General safety instructions ................................................. 7
2.5 CE conformity ..................................................................... 8
2.6 NAMUR recommendations ................................................ 8
2.7 Radio license for Europe .................................................... 8
2.8 Radio license for USA/Canada ........................................... 8
2.9 Environmental instructions ................................................. 8
3 Product description
3.1 Conguration .................................................................... 10
3.2 Principle of operation ........................................................ 11
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage ..................................... 11
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ................................. 12
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions ......................................................... 13
4.2 Collar or adapter ange .................................................... 13
4.3 Mounting strap ................................................................. 14
4.4 Instructions for installation ................................................ 15
5 Connecting to power supply
5.1 Connection of the battery charger .................................... 24
5.2 Wiring plan ....................................................................... 24
5.3 Switch-on phase ............................................................... 25
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
6.1 Insert indicating and adjustment module .......................... 27
6.2 Adjustment system ........................................................... 28
6.3 Parameter adjustment ...................................................... 29
6.4 Saving the parameter adjustment data ............................. 42
7 Setup with PACTware
7.1 Connect the PC ................................................................ 44
7.2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware .............................. 45
7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data ............................. 46
8 Set up with other systems
8.1 DD adjustment programs ................................................. 47
8.2 Communicator 375, 475 ................................................... 47
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service
9.1 Maintenance .................................................................... 48
9.2 Measured value and event memory ................................. 48
9.3 Asset Management function ............................................. 49
9.4 Rectify faults ..................................................................... 52
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9.5 Exchanging the electronics module .................................. 55
9.6 Software update ............................................................... 56
9.7 How to proceed in case of repair ...................................... 56
10 Dismounting
10.1 Dismounting steps ............................................................ 57
10.2 Disposal ........................................................................... 57
11 Supplement
11.1 Technical data .................................................................. 58
11.2 Dimensions ...................................................................... 63
Contents
Safety instructions for Ex areas
Please note the Ex-specic 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.
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1 About this document
1 About this document
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 rectication. 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 qualied
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.
1.3 Symbolism used
Information, tip, note
This symbol indicates helpful additional information.
Caution: 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.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
List
•
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
Action
→
This arrow indicates a single action.
1 Sequence
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
Battery disposal
This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of batteries and accumulators.
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2 For your safety
2 For your safety
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
The VEGAPULS 67 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
Due to the integrated accumulator the instrument is particularly
suitable as a portable measuring system or test sensor for special
applications.
You can nd detailed information on the application range in chapter
"Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly
used according to the specications in the operating instructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
2.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specic hazards, e.g. vessel overll or damage to system
components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.
2.4 General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and guidelines. The instrument must only be operated in a
technically awless and reliable condition. The operator is responsible
for the trouble-free operation of the instrument.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regulations.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the national installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and
accident prevention rules must be observed by the user.
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 modications are explicitly forbidden.
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also
be observed.
Depending on the instrument version, the emitting frequencies are in
the C or K band range. The low emitting frequencies are far below the
internationally approved limit values. When used correctly, there is no
danger to health.
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2 For your safety
2.5 CE conformity
The device fullls the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By axing the CE marking, we conrm successful testing of the
product.
You can nd the conformity certicate in the download section of our
homepage.
2.6 NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
accepted as the standard in eld instrumentation.
The device fullls the requirements of the following NAMUR recommendations:
NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
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NE 43 – Signal level for malfunction information from measuring
•
transducers
NE 53 – Compatibility of eld devices and indicating/adjustment
•
components
NE 107 - Self-monitoring and diagnosis of eld devices
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For further information see www.namur.de.
2.7 Radio license for Europe
The instrument is approved according to EN 302372-1/2 (2006-04)
for use in closed vessels.
2.8 Radio license for USA/Canada
The instrument is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC regulations.
Take note of the following two regulations:
The instrument must not cause any interfering emissions
•
The device must be insensitive to interfering immissions, including
•
those that may cause undesirable operating conditions
Modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer will lead to
expiry of the operating licence according to FCC/IC.
The instrument is in conformity with RSS-210 of the IC regulations.
The instrument may only be used in closed vessels made of metal,
concrete, or bre-reinforced plastic.
2.9 Environmental instructions
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 certied according
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Please help us full this obligation by observing the environmental
instructions in this manual:
Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
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2 For your safety
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3 Product description
Type label
3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
The type label contains the most important data for identication and
use of the instrument:
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2
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5
6
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Fig. 4: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Approvals
4 Power supply and signal output, electronics
5 Protection rating
6 Measuring range
7 Process and ambient temperature, process pressure
8 Material, wetted parts
9 Hardware and software version
10 Order number
11 Serial number of the instrument
12 Symbol of the device protection class
13 ID numbers, instrument documentation
14 Note to observe the instrument documentation
15 Notied authority for CE marking
16 Approval directive
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Serial number
Scope of this operating
instructions manual
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With the serial number of the instrument on the type label you have
access to the following data on our homepage:
Article number of the instrument (HTML)
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Delivery date (HTML)
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Order-specic instrument features (HTML)
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Operating instructions at the time of shipment (PDF)
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Order-specic sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML)
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Test certicate "Measuring Accuracy" (PDF)
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For this purpose, move to www.vega.com and "VEGA Tools".
This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument
versions:
Hardware from 2.1.0
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Software from 4.5.1
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Scope of delivery
Application area
Functional principle
Voltage supply
The scope of delivery encompasses:
Radar sensor with integrated accumulator
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Battery charger
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Documentation
•
– this operating instructions manual
– Test certicate measuring accuracy (optional)
– Operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment
module" (optional)
– Ex-specic "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– if necessary, further certicates
3.2 Principle of operation
The VEGAPULS 67 is a radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids under simple process conditions. It is suitable for
smaller silos and vessels.
The instrument is also suitable for applications in liquids.
The antenna of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with a
duration of approx. 1 ns. These pulses are reected by the product
and received by the antenna as echoes. The transit time of the radar
pulses from emission to reception is proportional to the distance and
hence to the level. The determined level is converted into an appropriate output signal and outputted as measured value.
The instrument is powered via an integrated accumulator. This allows
operation of the instrument independently of the mains or a control
system. To achieve a longer battery lifetime, the instrument is preset
to HART multidrop. This puts a load of only 4 mA current on the accumulator.
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
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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.
Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
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.
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Storage and transport
temperature
Indicating and adjustment module
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
Not in the open
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Dry and dust free
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Not exposed to corrosive media
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Protected against solar radiation
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Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
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Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -
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Technical data - Ambient conditions"
Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
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3.4 Accessories and replacement parts
The indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured value indication, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be inserted
into the sensor and removed at any time.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Indicat-
ing and adjustment module PLICSCOM" (Document-ID 27835).
Interface adapter
Protective cover
Electronics module
Accumulator insert
The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of
communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. For
parameter adjustment of these instruments, an adjustment software
such as PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Interface
adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).
The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and
intense heat from solar radiation.
You will nd additional information in the supplementary instructions
manual "Protective cover" (Document-ID 34296).
The electronics module VEGAPULS series 60 is a replacement part
for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60. There is a dierent version
available for each type of signal output.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Elec-
tronics module VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 36801).
The accumulator insert VEGAPULS Serie 60 is an replacement part
for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60 with integrated accumulator.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Accumu-
lator insert VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 41033).
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Screwing in
4 Mounting
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
With instruments with threaded process tting, suitable tools must be
applied for tightening the hexagon.
Warning:
The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying
tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing.
Moisture
Suitability for the process
conditions
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 o. 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.
Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process, in
particular the active measuring component, process seal and process
tting, are suitable for the existing process conditions. These include
above all the process pressure, process temperature as well as the
chemical properties of the medium.
You can nd the specications in chapter "Technical data" and on the
type label.
4.2 Collaroradapterange
For mounting the instrument on a socket, a combi compression ange
for DN 80 (ASME 3" or JIS 80) is also available for retro tting. Optionally, the instrument can be also equipped with an adapter ange from
DN 100 (ASME 4" or JIS 100).
With the housing versions plastic, aluminium single chamber and
stainless steel, the collar ange can be placed directly over the housing. With the aluminium double chamber housing, retroactive mounting in this way is not possible - the mounting type must be specied
with the order.
You can nd drawings of these mounting options in chapter "Dimen-
sions".
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4 Mounting
Mounting strap
Fig. 5: Flange mounting of the radar sensor
4.3 Mounting strap
The mounting strap enables simple mounting on the vessel wall or
silo top. It is suitable for wall, ceiling or boom mounting. Especially in
open vessels this is a very easy and eective way to align the sensor
to the bulk solid surface.
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Fig. 6: Radar sensor with mounting strap
The strap is supplied unassembled and must be screwed to the
sensor before setup with three hexagon screws M5 x 10 and spring
washers. Max. torque, see chapter "Technical data". Required tools:
Allen wrench size 4.
There are two ways to screw the strap onto the sensor. Depending
on the selected version, the sensors can be swivelled in the strap as
follows:
Single chamber housing
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– Angle of inclination 180°, innitely variable
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Tight installation of the
plastic horn antenna
4 Mounting
– Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180°
Double chamber housing
•
– Angle of inclination 90°, innitely variable
– Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90°
Fig. 7: Adjustment of the angle of inclination
Fig. 8: Turning by fastening in the centre
4.4 Instructions for installation
For tight installation of the version with plastic horn antenna with compression or adapter ange, the following conditions must be fullled:
1. Use suitable at seal, e.g. of EPDM with Shore hardness 25 or 50
2. Make sure the number of ange screws corresponds to the number of ange holes
3. Tighten all screws with the torque stated in the technical data
Polarisation plane
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The emitted radar impulses of the radar sensor are electromagnetic
waves. The polarisation plane is the direction of the electrical wave
component. By turning the instrument in the connection ange or
mounting boss, the polarisation can be used to reduce the eects of
false echoes.
The position of the polarisation level is marked by markings on the
instrument.
Fig. 9: Position of the polarisation level
1 Marking bar
1
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4 Mounting
Installation position
Inowingmedium
Mount the instrument at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from the vessel
wall.
200 mm
")
(7.87
Fig. 10: Mounting of the radar sensor on the vessel top
If you cannot keep this distance you should carry out a false echo
storage before setup. This applies mainly if buildup on the vessel wall
is expected. In this case, we recommend repeating a false echo storage later with existing buildup.
Filling from the top: Mounting should not be too close to the inowing material as the microwave signal will be interferred. The optimum
mounting position is on the opposite of the lling. To avoid strong
pollution, the distance to the lter or dust extraction must be as big as
possible.
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Fig. 11: Mounting of the radar sensor with inowing medium with lling from the
top
Laterallling: With bulk solids silos with lateral pneumatic lling,
mounting should not be in the lling stream as the microwave signal
will be interferred. The optimum mounting position is next to the lling.
To avoid strong pollution, the distance to the lter or dust extraction
must be as big as possible.
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Fig. 12: Mounting of the radar sensor with inowing medium with lateral lling
Socket with plastic horn
antenna
A corresponding collar ange for DN 80 (ASME 3" or JIS 80) as well
as a suitable adapter ange are available for mounting VEGAPULS
67.
With the housing versions plastic, aluminium single chamber and
stainless steel, the collar ange can be placed directly over the housing. With the aluminium double chamber housing, retroactive mounting in this way is not possible - the mounting type must be specied
with the order.
Information:
The socket should be as short as possible and the socket end
rounded. Thus, false reections by the vessel socket are reduced.
Fig. 13: Recommended socket mounting
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4 Mounting
If the medium has good reective properties, VEGAPULS 67 can
also be mounted on a longer socket piece. Recommended values
for socket heights are specied in the following illustration. You must
carry out a false echo storage afterwards.
h
d
The below charts specify the max. socket piece length h depending
on the diameter d.
Socket diameter d Socket length h
80 mm 300 mm
100 mm 400 mm
150 mm 500 mm
Socket diameter d Socket length h
3" 11.8 in
4" 15.8 in
6" 19.7 in
Tip:
In new facilities it is useful to incline the vessel socket in the direction
of the outlet. False reections from the vessel wall are thus reduced
and measurement all the way down to the bottom of the conical outlet
is possible.
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Fig. 15: Alignment in silos
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Orientation
To detect nearly the complete vessel volume the sensor should be
directed in such a way that the measuring beam reaches the lowest
level in the vessel, i.e. the outlet.
Fig. 16: Mounting in open vessel
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Fig. 17: Mounting on the vessel ceiling
Caution:
When mounting on the vessel ceiling mark sure that the sensor does
not overll. Depending on the measured product, this can cause a
mechanical damage.
In a cylindrical silo with conical outlet, the mounting iis carried out
on a socket. It should be positioned on one third up to the half of the
vessel radius.
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3
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Material heaps
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Fig. 18: Mounting position and orientation
Large material heaps are best measured with several instruments,
which can be mounted on e.g. traverse cranes. For this type of application it is advantageous to orient the sensor perpendicular to the
bulk solid surface.
The sensors do not inuence each other.
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Information:
Keep in mind that for these applications, the sensors are designed
for relatively slow level changes. If the sensor is used on a movable
boom, the max. measuring rate must be observed (see chapter
"Technical data").
Fig. 19: Radar sensors on traverse crane
Vessel installations
Agitators
The mounting location of the radar sensor should be a place where no
other equipment or xtures cross the path of the microwave signals.
Vessel installations, such as e.g. ladders, limit switches, heating spirals, struts, etc., can cause false echoes and impair the useful echo.
Make sure when planning your measuring site that the radar sensor
has a "clear view" to the measured product.
In case of existing vessel installations, a false echo storage should be
carried out during setup.
If large vessel installations such as struts or supports cause false
echoes, these can be attenuated through supplementary measures.
Small, inclined sheet metal baes above the installations scatter the
radar signals and prevent direct interfering reections.
Fig. 20: Cover smooth proles with deectors
If there are agitators in the vessel, a false signal suppression should
be carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that the
interfering reections from the agitators are saved with the blades in
dierent positions.
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