VEGA VEGAPULS 63 (≥ 2.0.0 - ≥ 4.0.0) Foundation Fieldbus - Manual (Page 11)

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3 Product description
VEGAPULS 63 • Foundation Fieldbus
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The instrument is available in two different electronics versions. Each
version can be identified via the product code on the type label as
well as on the electronics.
•
Standard electronics type PS60FFC.-
•
Electronics with increased sensitivity type PS60FFS.-
The scope of delivery encompasses:
•
Radar sensor
•
Documentation
– this operating instructions manual
– Test certificate Measurement accuracy, depending on the
instrument VEGAPULS 63 (optional)
– Operating instructions manual "DIsplay and adjustment module
PLICSCOM" (optional)
– Supplementary instructions "GSM/GPRS radio module"
(optional)
– Supplementary instructions manual "Heating for display and
adjustment module" (optional)
– Supplementary instructions manual "Plug connector for con-
tinuously measuring sensors" (optional)
– Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– if necessary, further certificates
3.2 Principle of operation
The VEGAPULS 63 is a radar sensor for continuous level measure-
ment of aggressive liquids or with hygienic requirements. It is suitable
for applications in storage tanks, process vessels, dosing vessels and
reactors.
The standard electronics enables the use of instruments in products
with an ε
r
-Wert ≥1.8. The electronics version with increased sensitivity
enables the use of the instrument also in applications with very poor
reflective properties or products with an ε
r
value ≥1.5. The values that
can be actually reached depend on the measurement conditions, the
antenna system or the standpipe or bypass tube.
The antenna of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with a
duration of approx. 1 ns. These pulses are reflected 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 appropri-
ate output signal and outputted as measured value.
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
following ISO 4180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment-
friendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE
foil is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.
Versions
Scope of delivery
Application area
Functional principle
Packaging