Overview VEGAPULS
Area of application
Radar sensors of the VEGAPULS series are used for non-contact level measurement of liquids and bulk solids. They measure all kinds of liquids, even
under high pressure and extreme temperatures. They can be used in simple
as well as in aggressive liquids and are suitable for applications with stringent
hygiene requirements. The sensors measure light as well as heavy bulk solids
with absolute reliability, even in the presence of dust and noise, and without
being affected by buildup or condensation.
Measuring principle
The measuring instrument sends out short radar pulses toward the measured product via the antenna system. The product surface reflects the signal
waves, which are then received back by the antenna system. The instrument
calculates the level from the running time of the radar pulses and the entered
tank height.
Advantages
Non-contact radar technology is characterized by a particularly high measurement accuracy. The measurement is affected neither by fluctuating product
properties nor by changing process conditions such as temperature, pressure
or intense dust generation. User-friendly adjustment without vessel filling and
emptying saves time.
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VEGAPULS 62
Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids
Application area
The VEGAPULS 62 is a universally implementable radar sensor for continuous
level measurement of liquids. It is suitable for level measurement in storage
containers, reactors and process vessels, even under difficult process conditions.
With its various antenna versions and materials, VEGAPULS 62 is the optimal
solution for almost all applications and processes. Its wide temperature and
pressure range makes project planning simple.
Your benefit
− Maintenance-free operation through non-contact measuring principle
− High plant availability, because wear and maintenance-free
− Exact measuring results independent of pressure, temperature, gas and steam
Technical data
Measuring range:
Process fitting:
up to 35 m
thread from G1½, 1½ NPT
flanges from DN 50, 2"
-196 … +450 °C
-1 … +160 bar (-100 … +16000 kPa)
±2 mm
optionally up to SIL2
Process temperature:
Process pressure:
Measuring accuracy:
SIL qualification:
37,5 mm
(1.4,8")
Delivery time:
100 mm
(3.94")
142 mm
(5.59")
22 mm
(0.87")
G1½
59,5 mm
(2.34")
SW 46 mm
(1.81")
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Antenna-ø
Length
40 mm
100 mm
Beam angle
20°
48 mm
120 mm
15°
75 mm
216 mm
10°
95 mm
430 mm
8°
245 mm (parabolic)
138 mm
3°
ø 40 mm
(1.58")
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① Threaded version
② Threaded version with
temperature adapter up to +250 °C
③ Flange version
The options shown represent only a
limited selection.
Additional instrument options and possible
restrictions.
www.vega.com/configurator
Instrument documentation and drawings:
www.vega.com/downloads
Mounting accessories, welded sockets
and housing overview:
Chapter Accessory
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Operating Instructions
TDR sensor for continuous level and
interface measurement of liquids
VEGAFLEX 81
Profibus PA
Rod and cable probe
Document ID: 44217
11 Supplement
SW 36 (1.42") (G¾, ¾ NPT)
SW 41 (1.61") (G1, 1 NPT)
SW 46 (1.81") (G1½, 1½ NPT)
ø 4 mm
(0.16")
L
L
22 mm
(0.87")
22 mm
(0.87")
G¾, ¾ NPT,
G1, 1 NPT,
G1½, 1½ NPT
96 mm
(3.78")
46 mm
(1.81")
VEGAFLEX 81, cable version with gravity weight
ø 4 mm
(0.16")
ø 16 mm
(0.63")
44217-EN-140430
ø 20 mm
(0.79")
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2
100 mm
(3.94")
50 mm
(1.97")
100 mm
(3.94")
ø 2 mm
(0.08")
ø 16 mm
(0.63")
ø 16 mm
(0.63")
ø 20 mm
(0.79")
ø 20 mm
(0.79")
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L
Sensorlength,seechapter"Technicaldata"
VEGAFLEX 81 • Profibus PA
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Pulse Burst Radar
Level Transmitter
D E S C R I P T I O N
The Pulsar® Radar transmitter is the latest generation
of loop-powered, 24 VDC, level transmitters. It has
lower power consumption, faster response time and is
easier to use than most loop-powered radar transmitters.
This latest entry into the radar level measurement field
is designed to provide unparalleled performance and
ease of use. PULSAR non-contact radar is the perfect
compliment to the Magnetrol® Eclipse® Guided Wave
Radar. These transmitters offer the ultimate solution to
the vast majority of process level applications.
T E C H N O L O G Y
The PULSAR Radar transmitter is based on pulse burst
radar technology together with equivalent time sampling
circuitry. Short bursts of 5.8 or 6.3 GHz microwave
energy are emitted and subsequently reflected from the
liquid level surface. Distance is calculated by the equation
D = Transit time (round-trip)/2. Liquid level is then
calculated by applying the tank height value.
A P P L I C A T I O N S
MEDIA: Liquids and slurries; hydrocarbons to water
based media (dielectric 1.7–100)
VESSELS: Most process or storage vessels up to rated
temperature and pressure. Pits and sumps as well
as non-metallic tanks such as plastic, glass-lined and
concrete.
CONDITIONS: Virtually all level measurement and
control applications including process conditions
exhibiting varying specific gravity and dielectric,
visible vapors, high fill/empty rates, turbulence, low
to moderate foam and buildup.
F E A T U R E S
• Two-wire, 24 VDC loop-powered level transmitter
• PACTware™ PC Program using HART® communication
for advanced configuration and troubleshooting.
(see bulletin 59-101)
• Performance not process dependent (changing
specific gravity and dielectric have no effect)
• 5.8/6.3 GHz operating frequency offers superior performance in the tougher applications of turbulence,
foam, and heavy vapors
• False Target setup is simple, intuitive and effective
• Will reliably track extremely rapid rate of change up
to 180 inches (450 cm)/minute
• Antenna designs to +400° F (+204° C),
-14.7 to 750 psig (-1.0 to 51.7 bar)
• Range up to 65 feet (20 meters)
• Quick connect/disconnect antenna coupling allows
vessel to remain sealed (patent pending)
• Extremely low output at antenna: < .01 mW (avg),
< 2 mW (max); hundreds of times less than a cell
phone
• Safety Integrity Level (SIL) value of 1 (SFF 73.7%)
A P P L I C A T I O N S
P U L S E
B U R S T
S T O R A G E
A N D
R A D A R
I N T E R M E D I A T E
H O L D I N G
T A N K S
CONDITIONS – Calm Surfaces
R E A C T O R S
E N C L O S E D
CONDITIONS – Turbulence and Foam
CONDITIONS – Turbulence, Foam, and Changing Dielectric
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S U M P S
A P P L I C A T I O N S
P U L S E
B U R S T
M I X E R S
A N D
R A D A R
B L E N D I N G
V E S S E L S
CONDITIONS – Turbulence, Foam, and Changing Dielectric
C H A M B E R S
A N D
B Y P A S S
P R O B L E M A T I C
G U I D E D
W A V E
A P P L I C A T I O N S
R A D A R
A L T E R N A T I V E
Some applications can be problematic for Pulse Burst
Radar. The following are examples of when Guided
Wave Radar is recommended.
• Extremely low dielectric media (εr<2.0)
• Very weak reflections from the liquid surface—
particularly during turbulence can cause poor performance.
• Tanks heavily cluttered with false targets (mixers,
pumps, ladders, pipes, etc.)
• During times of very low liquid levels of low dielectric media, the metal tank bottom may be detected
deteriorating performance.
• Foam can either absorb or reflect the microwave
energy depending upon the depth, dielectric, density
and wall thickness of the bubbles. Due to typical
variations in the amount (depth) of foam, it is
impossible to quantify performance. It may be
possible to receive most, some or none of the
transmitted energy.
• Extremely high liquid level (Overflow) conditions
when liquid very near the antenna can cause
erroneous readings and measurement failure.
Refer to ECLIPSE Guided Wave Radar bulletin 57-101.
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