Level measurement in liquids

Radar

VEGAPULS 61
VEGAPULS 62
VEGAPULS 63
VEGAPULS 65
VEGAPULS 66

Product Information
 Content

Content

1 Application, function, configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2 Type overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 Mounting instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 Electrical connection
4.1 General prerequisites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Voltage supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Connection cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.4 Cable screen and grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.5 Wiring plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5 Operation
5.1 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.2 Adjustment with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3 Adjustment with PACTware™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.4 Adjustment with other adjustment programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7 Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8 Product code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Take note of safety instructions for Ex applications

Please note the Ex specific safety information which you can find on our homepage www.vega.com\services\downloads and
which comes with every instrument. In hazardous areas you should take note of the appropriate regulations, conformity and
type approval certificates of the sensors and power supply units. The sensors must only be operated on intrinsically safe
circuits. The permissible electrical values are stated in the certificate.

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 Application, function, configuration

1 Application, function, configuration

Extremely short microwave pulses with low emitted power are spective application. The type overview on the following pages
transmitted by the antenna system to the measured product, re- provides a good initial survey. For a detailed selection you can
flected by the product surface and received back by the antenna use the "Finder" and "Configurator" on our website or contact one
system. Radar waves travel at the speed of light. The time from of our agencies.
emission to reception of the signals is proportional to the level in
the vessel. A special time stretching procedure ensures reliable 1.1 Application examples
and precise measurement of the extremely short transmission
periods. Acid tank
The latest microprocessor technology and the proven software
ECHOFOX select the level echo from among a large number of
false echoes and measure it precisely.
By simply entering the vessel dimensions, the sensor can be
made to indicate a level-proportional signal. The product level
does not have to be changed during adjustment.

Unaffected by temperature and pressure

The propagation of microwaves is virtually unaffected by the am-
bient temperature and pressure. Hence these radar sensors are
ideal for use under extremely difficult process conditions. Pres-
sures from vacuum up to 160 bar (2320 psi) and temperatures
from -40 … +400 °C (-40 … +752 °F) are no problem for radar
measurement.

Independent of product characteristics

Fluctuations in product composition or even complete product
changes do not influence the measuring result. A fresh adjust- Fig. 1: Level measurement in an acid tank with VEGAPULS 61
ment is not necessary.
A non-contact measuring principle is particularly suitable for level
Frequency ranges for all applications measurement in acid tanks.
VEGA radar sensors are available in two different frequency VEGAPULS 61 is characterised by a small process fitting and a
ranges and can thus be implemented in a wide variety of appli- PVDF encapsulated antenna. The sensor is insensitive to tem-
cations. perature fluctuations and gas phases.
K-band instruments work in a frequency range over 20 GHz. This
enables the use of very small antennas and respectively compact Bitumen tank
process fittings. Due to strong signal focussing, the measuring
system achieves very high accuracy.
C-band instruments are characterised by low frequencies around
6 GHz. Thus, in most cases, buildup and dirt on the anntenna
system or foam on the product surface do not affect the measure-
ment.

Functional safety (SIL)

VEGAPULS 61, 62, 63, 65 and 66 radar sensors can be used for
applications that meet the special requirements of safety technol-
ogy. In single channel architecture this is possible up to SIL2, in
double channel, diversitary redundant architecture up to SIL3.

Device selection
VEGAPULS series 60 radar sensors are optimised for each re-
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spective application area. They operate in two different frequency

ranges (C or K band technology) and are available with different
Fig. 2: Level measurement in a bitumen tank with VEGAPULS 62
antennas. These factors determine the instrument-specific beam
angles, measuring ranges and measuring characteristics. The
Bitumen accumulates during crude oil distillation and is stored at
selection of the most suitable radar sensor depends on the re-
temperatures around 200 °C (392 °F).

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 Application, function, configuration
The non-contact radar measuring principle is particularly suitable
for level measurement under high temperatures and in outgasing
products. Due to its temperature adapter, the VEGAPULS 62
radar sensor is suitable for temperatures up to 200 °C (392 °F).
Sugar evaporator
Fig. 3: Level measurement in a sugar evaporator with VEGAPULS 63
The VEGAPULS 63 radar sensor is particularly suitable for level
measurement in sugar evaporators. The PTFE encapsulated
horn antenna protects against contamination and gumming up
by the juice. The instrument is overpressure and vacuum resist-
ant, even against pressure or vacuum shocks.
Storage tank for hazardous waste
Fig. 4: Level measurement in a storage tank with VEGAPULS 65
The VEGAPULS 65 radar sensor is the ideal measuring system
for level measurement of lacquers, paints and dilutions. The radar
measurement delivers accurate measuring results independent
of process conditions such as outgasing and agitator motion.
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Storage tower
Fig. 5: Level measurement in a storage tower with VEGAPULS 65
Paper suspension is stored in large storage towers. The VEGA-
PULS 66 radar sensor with a DN 250 flange and large horn an-
tenna is well suited for level measurement in the upper part of the
towers. The sensor delivers reliable measured values, unaffected
by process conditions such as temperature, steam and high pulp
densities.
Ammonia vessel
Fig. 6: Level measurement in an ammonia vessel with VEGAPULS 66
The optimum solution for level measurement in an ammonia ves-
sel is the VEGAPULS 66 radar sensor in standpipe version.
It operates with low frequencies so that its microwaves are only
slightly damped. The standpipe improves the reflective proper-
ties. The signal coupling into the standpipe via the ceramic anten-
na system is completely diffusion tight.
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Information:
Continuative documentation:
l 28434 - VEGAPULS 61
l 28435 - VEGAPULS 62
 Application, function, configuration

l 28436 - VEGAPULS 63
l 28437 - VEGAPULS 65
l 28438 - VEGAPULS 66
l 31388 - Safety Manual VEGAPULS series 60 -
4 … 20 mA/HART
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 Type overview

2 Type overview

VEGAPULS 61 VEGAPULS 62 VEGAPULS 63

Applications: corrosive liquids in small vessels virtually all products in storage tanks very corrosive liquids in storage tanks
under easy process conditions and process vessels under the most and process vessels, particularly under
difficult process conditions, high hygienic process conditions
temperatures and pressures
Measuring range: depending on antenna > 10 m > 35 m (114.83 ft) > 20 m (65.62 ft)
(32.81 ft) or > 20 m (65.62 ft)
Antenna, material: completely PVDF encapsulated Horn antenna or with mounted ½" completely PTFE, PFA or PVDF
standpipe, 316L encapsulated
Process fitting, material: Thread G1½ A, PVDF, PP or flange Thread G1½ A or flange, 316L, Flange or hygienic fitting 316L
PP Hastelloy
Process temperature: -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F) -40 … +200 °C (-40 … +392 °F) -170 … +150 °C (-274 … +302 °F)
Process pressure: -1 … 3 bar/-100 … 300 kPa -1 … 40 bar/-100 … 4000 kPa -1 … 16 bar/-100 … 1600 kPa
(-14.5 … 43.5 psi) (-14.5 … 580 psi) (-14.5 … 232 psi)
Measuring accuracy: ±5 mm ±3 mm ±3 mm
Frequency range: K-band K-band K-band
Signal output: 4 … 20 mA/HART in two-wire, four- 4 … 20 mA/HART in two-wire, four- 4 … 20 mA/HART in two-wire, four-wire,
wire, Profibus PA, Foundation wire, Profibus PA, Foundation Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus
Fieldbus technology Fieldbus technology technology
Adjustment/Indication: PLICSCOM PLICSCOM PLICSCOM
Remote adjustment/ VEGADIS 61 VEGADIS 61 VEGADIS 61
indication:
Functional safety: up to SIL3 up to SIL3 up to SIL3

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 Type overview

VEGAPULS 65 VEGAPULS 66

Applications: corrosive liquids, vessels with small process fitting under liquids and solids, large storage tanks as well as process
easy process conditions vessels under difficult or extreme process conditions,
highest temperatures and pressures
Measuring range: > 30 m (98.43 ft) > 35 m (114.83 ft)
Antenna, material: completely PVDF- or PTFE encapsulated, PFA plated Horn antenna or with mounted 2" standpipe, 316L
Process fitting, material: G1½ A or flange, PVDF, 316L Flange 316L, Hastelloy
Process temperature: -40 … +150 °C (-40 … +302 °F) -40 … +400 °C (-40 … +752 °F)
Process pressure: -1 … 16 bar/-100 … 1600 kPa (-14.5 … 232 psi) -1 … 160 bar/-100 … 16000 kPa (-14.5 … 2320 psi)
Measuring accuracy: ±10 mm ±10 mm
Frequency range: C-band C-band
Signal output: 4 … 20 mA/HART in two-wire, four-wire, Profibus PA, 4 … 20 mA/HART in two-wire, four-wire, Profibus PA,
Foundation Fieldbus technology Foundation Fieldbus technology
Adjustment/Indication: PLICSCOM PLICSCOM
Remote adjustment/ VEGADIS 61 VEGADIS 61
indication:
Functional safety: up to SIL3 up to SIL3
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 Type overview

Indicating and adjustment

module

PLICSCOM

Housing

Plastic Stainless steel Aluminium Aluminium (double

chamber)

Electronics

4 … 20 mA/HART 4 … 20 mA/HART Profibus PA Foundation Field-

four-wire bus

Process fitting

Thread Flange Sanitary

Sensors

Horn antenna Encapsulated an- Rod antenna

tenna

Approvals

SIL Overfill protection Gas-explosion pro- Dust-explosion pro-

tection tection

EHEDG Ship FM CSA

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 Mounting instructions

3 Mounting instructions

Measuring range
For the flange versions, the lower flange side is the reference
plane for the measuring range, for threaded versions, the seal
surface of the thread.
1
2
1 2 3
4
100%

> 500 mm

Fig. 9: Mounting on round vessel tops VEGAPULS 65, 66

1 Reference plane
0%
2 Vessel center or symmetry axis

Fig. 7: Measuring range (operating range), max. measuring distance and reference
In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount
plane the sensor in the center of the vessel, as measurement is then
possible down to the lowest point of the vessel bottom.
1 full
2 empty (max. measuring distance)
3 Measuring range
4 Reference plane

Installation position
Mount VEGAPULS at a distance of at least 200 mm from the
vessel wall. An ideal installation location is at half vessel radius.
If the sensor is mounted in the center of round or dished vessel
tops, multiple echoes can arise. These can, however, be faded
out by an appropriate adjustment.
If you cannot keep this distance you should carry out a false echo
storage before setup. This applies mainly if buildup on the vessel Fig. 10: Vessel with conical bottom
wall is expected. In this case, we recommend repeating a false
echo storage later with existing buildup.
Measuring range
For the flange versions, the lower flange side is the reference
plane for the measuring range, for threaded versions, the seal
surface of the thread.

1 2 3
1 2 4
100%

> 200 mm

Fig. 8: Mounting on round vessel tops VEGAPULS 61, 62, 63

0%
1 Reference plane
2 Vessel center or symmetry axis

Fig. 11: Measuring range (operating range), max. measuring distance and refer-
ence plane

1 full
2 empty (max. measuring distance)
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3 Measuring range
4 Reference plane

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 Mounting instructions

Pressure
The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low pres-
sure in the vessel. Before use, check if the seal material is resist-
ant against the measured product. The max. permissible pres-
sure is stated in chapter "Technical data" or on the type label of
the sensor.

Horn and parabolic antenna

The illustrations with the following mounting instructions show a
VEGAPULS with horn antenna. The mounting instructions apply
analogously also to the version with parabolic antenna. Fig. 14: Inflowing medium

Socket
Socket pieces should be dimensioned such that the antenna end Sensor orientation
protrudes at least 10 mm (0.4 in) out of the socket. Align the sensor in liquids as vertical as possible to the product
surface to achieve optimum measuring results.
ca. 10 mm

Fig. 15: Alignment in liquids

Fig. 12: Recommended socket mounting
If the reflective properties of the medium are good, you can mount
VEGAPULS on sockets higher than the antenna length. You will
find recommended values for socket heights in the following illus-
tration. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if possi-
ble also rounded.
Vessel installations
Silo installations such as e.g. ladders, level switches, struts, and
also structured vessel walls, can cause false echoes that get
superimposed on the useful echo. The mounting location of the
radar sensor should be a place where no installations cross the
microwave signals. Make sure when planning your measurement
loop that the radar signals have a "clear view" to the product.
Agitators
If there are agitators in the vessel, a false echo storage should be
carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that the
interfering reflections from the agitators are saved with the blades
in different positions.

d h max.
h max.

1½" 200 mm
50 mm/2" 250 mm
80 mm/3" 300 mm
100 mm/4" 500 mm
d 150 mm/6" 800 mm

Fig. 13: Deviating socket dimensions

Inflowing medium
Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream. Make
sure that you detect the product surface, not the inflowing prod-
Fig. 16: Agitators
uct.

Foam generation
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Through the action of filling, stirring and other processes in the

vessel, dense foams which considerably damp the emitted sig-
nals may form on the product surface.

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 Mounting instructions
If foams lead to measurement errors, you should use the biggest
possible radar antennas or low frequency radar sensors e.g.
VEGAPULS 65, 66 (C-band).
VEGAFLEX sensors with guided microwaves are not influenced
by foam generation and are particularly suitable for such applica-
tions.
Standpipe antenna
When using a standpipe antenna, influences by turbulences and
vessel installations such as e.g. heating spirals or agitators are
excluded.
The standpipe antenna is also suitable for vessels with foam
generation or for measurement of products with low dielectric
figures (DK > 1.6).
Standpipe antennas must extend all the way down to the re-
quested min. level, as measurement is only possible within the
tube. If a good mixing of the product is important, you should use a
radar sensor with perforated surge pipe.
Adhesive products
Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for very adhe-
sive products.
Turbulences
If turbulence or strong product movement occurs in the vessel,
long standpipe antennas should be fastened to the vessel wall.
Inflowing medium
Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream.
Fig. 17: Inflowing liquid
Measurement in the standpipe (surge or bypass tube)
By using a standpipe, the influence of vessel installations and
turbulence can be excluded. Under these prerequisites, the
measurement of products with low dielectric values (from DK
value 1.6) is possible.
Note:
Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for
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very adhesive products.
Surge or bypass tubes must extend all the way down to the re-
quested min. level, as measurement is only possible within the
tube.
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Make sure you provide the necessary upper vent hole in the surge
pipe. The hole must be aligned so that it and the polarisation
marking on the sensor are in the same plane (see illustration:
"Pipe antenna system in a tank").
max.
1
2
min.
Fig. 18: Pipe antennasystem in a tank. The vent hole in the surge pipe must be in one
plane with the polarisation marking on the sensor.
1 Marking of the polarisation direction
2 Vent holde max. ø 5 mm (0.2 in)
If possible, the antenna diameter of the sensor should correspond
to the inner diameter of the tube. With VEGAPULS this is approx.
40 mm (1.575 in). The sensor can be used with tube diameters
between 40 … 80 mm (1.575 … 3.15 in).
As an alternative to the surge pipe in the vessel, a pipe system can
be mounted outside of the vessel as a bypass tube. For setup,
select the function "Bypass tube".
Align the sensor in such a way that the polarisation marking on the
process fitting is in the same plane as the tube holes or the tube
connection openings (see illustration: "VEGAPULS in a bypass
tube").
100%
> 300 mm
0%
Fig. 19: VEGAPULS in a bypass tube. The polarisation marking on the process
fitting must be in one plane with the tube holes or the tube connection openings.
1 Marking of the polarisation direction
When the sensor is mounted on a bypass tube, the distance from
VEGAPULS to the upper tube connection should be approx.
300 mm (11.811 in) or more. In case of extremely rough tube
inner walls, you should use an inserted tube (tube in tube) or a
radar sensor with tube antenna.
Information:
With VEGAPULS in flange version, the polarisation
plane is always in the center between two flange holes.
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 Mounting instructions

Flow measurement
The short examples are meant to give only introductory informa-
tion on the flow measurement. Planning information is available
from flume manufacturers and in special literature.
3 ... 4 x hmax
Note the following facts for the Measuring wall with rectangular d

flume: 90°

l Installation of the sensor on the headwater side

hmax
l Installation in the center of the flume and vertical to the liquid
surface
l Distance to the overfall orifice
l Distance of orifice opening above ground
l Min. distance of the orifice opening to bottom water
l Min. distance of the sensor to max. storage level 2

B
1

3 ... 4 hmax 1
Fig. 21: Flow measurement with Khafagi-Venturi flume: d = Min. distance of the
dmin

90°
90° sensor; hmax. = max. filling of the flume; B = biggest throat of the flume
≥ 50 mm
1
≥ 2 mm x hmax hmax

Position sensor
2 Venturi flume
2 3 4

Fig. 20: Flow measurement with rectangular flume: d = min. distance of the sensor;
hmax. = max. filling of the rectangular flume

1 Overfall orifice (side view)

2 Headwater
3 Bottom water
4 Overfall orifice (view from bottom water)

Note the following facts for the Khafagi-Venturi flume:

l Installation of the sensor at the inlet side
l Installation in the center of the flume and vertical to the liquid
surface
l Distance to the Venturi flume
l Min. distance of the sensor to max. storage level

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 Electrical connection
4 Electrical connection
4.1 General prerequisites
The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrument
version. You can find exact specifications in chapter "Technical
data".
The national installation standards as well as the valid safety
regulations and accident prevention rules must be observed.
In hazardous areas you should take note of the appro-
priate regulations, conformity and type approval certifi-
cates of the sensors and power supply units.
4.2 Voltage supply
4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire
The VEGA power supply units VEGATRENN 149AEx, VEGAS-
TAB 690, VEGADIS 371 as well as VEGAMET signal condition-
ing instruments are suitable for power supply. When one of these
instruments is used, a reliable separation of the supply circuits
from the mains circuits according to DIN VDE 0106 part 101 is
ensured for the sensor.
4 … 20 mA/HART four-wire
Power supply and current output are carried on two separate
connection cables.
The standard version can be operated with an earth-connected
current output, the Exd version must be operated with a floating
output.
The instrument is designed in protection class I. To maintain this
protection class, it is absolutely necessary that the ground con-
ductor be connected to the internal ground conductor terminal.
Profibus PA
Power is supplied by a Profibus DP/PA segment coupler or a
VEGALOG 571 EP input card.
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Fig. 22: Integration of instruments in a Profibus PA system via segment coupler DP/
PA or data recording systems with Profibus PA input card
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Foundation Fieldbus
Power supply via the H1 Fieldbus cable.
4.3 Connection cable
Generally
The sensors are connected with standard cable without screen.
An outer cable diameter of 5 … 9 mm ensures the seal effect of the
cable entry.
4 … 20 mA/HART four-wire
For power supply, an approved installation cable with PE con-
ductor is necessary.
4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire and four-wire
If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the
test values of EN 61326 for industrial areas, screened cable
should be used. In HART multidrop mode the use of screened
cable is generally recommended.
Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus
The installation must be carried out according to the appropriate
bus specification. VEGAPULS is connected appropriately with
screened cable according to the bus specification. Power supply
and digital bus signal are transmitted via the same two-wire con-
nection cable. Make sure that the bus is terminated via appropri-
ate terminating resistors.
VEGAPULS are optionally available with usual plug connectors
(see "Technical data").
In Ex applications, the corresponding installation regu-
lations must be noted for the connection cable.
4.4 Cable screen and grounding
If screened cable is necessary, the cable screen must be con-
nected on both ends to ground potential. If potential equalisation
currents are expected, the connection on the evaluation side
must be made via a ceramic capacitor (e.g. 1 nF, 1500 V).
Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus
In systems with potential separation, the cable screen is con-
nected directly to ground potential on the power supply unit, in
the connection box and directly on the sensor.
In systems without potential equalisation, connect the cable
screen directly to ground potential only at the power supply unit
and at the sensor - do not connect to ground potential in the
connection box or T-distributor.
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 Electrical connection

4.5 Wiring plan Wire assignment, connection cable with version IP 66/IP 68,
1 bar
Single chamber housing
+
1
Display
-
I2C 2

Fig. 26: Wire assignment, connection cable

1 2 5 6 7 8 1 brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system
2 Screen
1

Fig. 23: Connection HART two-wire, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus

1 Voltage supply and signal output

Double chamber housing - two-wire

I2C

1 2

Fig. 24: Connection HART two-wire, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus

1 Voltage supply and signal output

Double chamber housing - 4 … 20 mA/HART four-wire

4...20mA IS
L1 N GND

1 2 3 4

/L
1 /N 4 ... 20 mA 2
PE

Fig. 25: Connection 4 … 20 mA/HART four-wire

1 Voltage supply
2 Signal output
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 Operation

5 Operation

- Confirm selected menu

5.1 Overview - Edit parameter
The sensors can be adjusted with the following adjustment me- - Save value
dia:
l with indicating and adjustment module
l an adjustment software according to FDT/DTM standard, e.g. l [->] key to select:
PACTware™ and PC - menu change
and, depending on the signal output, also with: - list entry
l a HART handheld (4 … 20 mA/HART) - Select editing position
l The adjustment program AMS (4 … 20 mA/HART and Foun-
dation Fieldbus)
l The adjustment program PDM (Profibus PA) l [+] key:
l a configuration tool (Foundation Fieldbus) - Change value of the parameter
The entered parameters are generally saved in the sensor, op-
tionally also in the indicating and adjustment module or in the
adjustment program. l [ESC] key:
- interrupt input
- jump to the next higher menu
5.2 Adjustment with the indicating and adjust-
ment module PLICSCOM
5.3 Adjustment with PACTware™
Setup and indication
PLICSCOM is a pluggable indication and adjustment module for PACTware™/DTM
plics® sensors. It can be placed in four different positions on the Independent of the respective signal output 4 … 20 mA/HART,
instrument (each displaced by 90°). Indication and adjustment Profibus PA or Foundation Fieldbus, the sensors can be operated
are carried out via four keys and a clear, graphic-capable dot directly on the instrument via PACTware™. The sensors with
matrix display. The adjustment menu with language selection is signal output 4 … 20 mA/HART can be also operated via the
clearly structured and enables easy setup. After setup, HART signal on the signal cable.
PLICSCOM serves as indicating instrument: through the screwed
An VEGACONNECT interface adapter as well as an instrument
cover with glass insert, measured values can be read directly in
driver for the respective sensor is necessary for the adjustment
the requested unit and presentation style.
with PACTware™. All currently available VEGA DTMs are in-
The integrated background lighting of the display can be switched cluded as DTM Collection with the current PACTware™ version
on via the adjustment menu.1) on a CD. They are available for a protective fee from our respec-
tive VEGA agency. In addition, this DTM Collection incl. the basic
PLICSCOM adjustment version of PACTware™ can be downloaded free-of-charge from
the Internet.
To use the entire range of functions of a DTM, incl. project doc-
2 umentation, a DTM licence is required for that particular instru-
1 ment family. This licence can be bought from the VEGA agency
1.1
serving you.

Fig. 27: Indicating and adjustment elements

1 LC display
2 Indication of the menu item number
3 Adjustment keys

Key functions
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l [OK] key:
- Move to the menu overview

1)
For instruments with national approvals such as e.g. according to FM or CSA only available at a later date.

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 Operation

Connection of the PC via VEGACONNECT 3

5.4 Adjustment with other adjustment pro-
grams
VEGACONNECT 3
PDM
PACTwareTM/ For VEGA PA sensors, instrument descriptions for the adjust-
ment program PDM are available as EDD. The instrument de-
scriptions are already implemented in the current version of
3 >PA<
1 PDM. For older versions of PDM, a free-of-charge download is
= available via Internet.
~
2 Power supply
AMS
For VEGA FF sensors, instrument descriptions for the adjustment
Fig. 28: Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via I²C interface program AMS™ are available as DD. The instrument descrip-
1 RS232 connection
tions are already implemented in the current version of AMS™.
2 VEGAPULS For older versions of AMS™, a free-of-charge download is avail-
3 I²C adapter cable for VEGACONNECT 3 able via Internet.

To adjust with PACTware™, a VEGACONNECT 3 with I²C adapt-

er cable (art. no. 2.27323) as well as a power supply unit is nec-
essary in addition to the PC and the suitable VEGA-DTM.

Connection of the PC via VEGACONNECT 4

Fig. 29: Internal connection of the PC directly to the sensor via I²C interface

1 USB cable
2 Sensor

1 2

TWIST
LO
EN

CK
OP

USB

Fig. 30: External connection of the PC directly to the sensor via I²C interface

1 I²C bus (Com.) interface

2 I²C connection cable of VEGACONNECT 4
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6 Technical data

General data
316L corresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435
Common data
Materials, non-wetted parts
- Housing Plastic PBT (polyester), Alu die-casting powder-coated, 316L
- Seal between housing and housing cover NBR (stainless steel housing), silicone (Alu/plastic housing)
- Inspection window in housing cover for PLICSCOM Polycarbonate (UL-746-C listed)
- Ground terminal 316Ti/316L
VEGAPULS 61
Materials, wetted parts
- Process fitting - thread, flange PVDF, 316L, PP
Weight 0.7 … 3.4 kg (1.5 … 7.5 lbs), depending on the process fitting and housing
VEGAPULS 62
Materials, wetted parts
- Process fitting 316L, Hastelloy C22, Hastelloy C22 plated, Monell Alloy
- Seal - process fitting 316L Klingersil C-4400
- Antenna 316L, Hastelloy C22, Monell Alloy
- Antenna cone PTFE (TFM 1600 PTFE), PP
- seal, antenna system FKM (Viton), Kalrez 2035, 6230 (FDA), 6375
- Standpipe 316L, Hastelloy C22
Weight with horn antenna
- Process fitting - thread 2 … 2.8 kg (4.4 … 6.2 lbs), depending on thread size and housing
- Process fitting - flange 4.2 … 15.4 kg (9.3 … 34 lbs), depending on flange size and housing
Weight with parabolic antenna
- Process fitting - thread 2.8 … 3.6 kg (6.2 … 13.7 lbs), depending on thread size and housing
- Process fitting - flange 5 … 16.2 kg (11 … 35.7 lbs), depending on the flange size and housing
Standpipe length > 5.85 m (19.19 ft)
VEGAPULS 63
Materials, wetted parts
- Process fitting 316L
- Antenna PTFE (TFM 1600)
Weight
- Tri-Clamp, bolting 3.5 … 6 kg (7.7 … 13.2 lbs), depending on size and housing
- Flanges 4.2 … 15.4 kg (9.3 … 34 lbs), depending on flange size and housing
VEGAPULS 65
Materials, wetted parts
- Process fitting - thread PVDF, 316L
- Seal - thread PVDF FKM (Viton)
- Process fitting - flange Flange plating PTFE
- Antenna for sockets 50 mm (1.969 in) PVDF and PTFE
- Antenna for sockets 100 mm (3.937 in) and 250 mm (9.843 in) PTFE
Weight
- Process fitting - thread 2 … 2.8 kg (4.4 … 6.2 lbs), depending on thread size and housing
- Process fitting - flange 4.2 … 15.4 kg (9.3 … 34 lbs), depending on flange size and housing
VEGAPULS 66
Materials, wetted parts
- Process fitting 316L, Hastelloy C22 plated
- Antenna 316L, Hastelloy C22
- Antenna cone PTFE (TFM 1600), ceramic (99.9 % AL2O3)
- seal, antenna system FKM (Viton), Kalrez 6375, FEP FKM (Viton) coated, EPDM (FDA-ap-
proved), graphite
- Standpipe 316L, Hastelloy C22
Weight 6.3 … 136 kg (13.9 … 300 lbs), depending on flange size, pressure stage
and housing
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 Technical data

Output variable
4 … 20 mA/HART
Output signal 4 … 20 mA/HART
Signal resolution 1.6 µA
Fault message Current output unchanged 20.5 mA, 22 mA, < 3.6 mA (adjustable)
Max. output current 22 mA
Load
- 4 … 20 mA/HART two-wire instrument see load diagram under Power supply
- 4 … 20 mA/HART four-wire instrument max. 500 Ohm2)
Damping (63 % of the input variable) 0 … 999 s, adjustable
Fulfilled NAMUR recommendations NE 43
Profibus PA
Output signal digital output signal, format according to IEEE-754
Sensor address 126 (default setting)
Current value 10 mA, ±0.5 mA
Integration time (63 % of the input variable) 0 … 999 s, adjustable
Foundation Fieldbus
Output
- Signal digital output signal, Foundation Fieldbus protocol
- Physical layer according to IEC 61158-2
Channel Numbers
- Channel 1 Primary Value
- Channel 2 Secondary Value 1
- Channel 3 Secondary Value 2
Transmission rate 31.25 Kbit/s
Current value 10 mA, ±0.5 mA
Integration time (63 % of the input variable) 0 … 999 s, adjustable

Input variable
Common data
Parameter distance between process fitting and product surface

VEGAPULS 61
Min. distance from antenna end 50 mm (1.969 in)3)
Recommended measuring range PVDF-encapsulated antenna > 10 m (32.81 ft)
system
Recommended measuring range plastic horn antenna > 20 m (65.62 ft)
VEGAPULS 62
Min. distance from antenna end 50 mm (1.969 in)
Recommended measuring range depending on the diameter of the antenna horn
- ø 40 mm (1.575 in) > 10 m (32.81 ft)
- ø 48 mm (1.89 in) > 15 m (49.21 ft)
- ø 75 mm (2.953 in), ø 95 mm (3.74 in), parabolic antenna > 30 m (98.43 ft)
Max. measuring range
- Horn or parabolic antenna > 35 m (114.83 ft)
- Standpipe version according to standpipe length
VEGAPULS 63
min. distance from flange 50 mm (1.969 in)
Recommended measuring range depending on the process fitting
- Tri-Clamp 2" > 10 m (32.81 ft)
- Tri-Clamp 3", 4" > 20 m (65.62 ft)
- Bolting DN 50 > 10 m (32.81 ft)
- Bolting DN 80 > 20 m (65.62 ft)
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- flange DN 50, ANSI 2" > 10 m (32.81 ft)

- Flange DN 80 … DN 150, ANSI 3" … 6" > 20 m (65.62 ft)

2)
With inductive load ohmic share min. 25 Ohm/mH.
3)
In products with low dielectric value up to 50 cm (19.69 in).

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VEGAPULS 65
Min. distance from antenna tip 100 mm (3.937 in)
Measuring range > 30 m (98.43 ft)
VEGAPULS 66
Min. distance from antenna edge 100 mm (3.937 in)
Recommended measuring range 30 m (98.43 ft)
Max. measuring range
- Horn antenna 35 m (114.83 ft)
- Standpipe version according to standpipe length

Measuring accuracy
Resolution, general > 1 mm (0.039 in)
Deviation4) see diagrams

10 mm

5 mm

0,5 m 10 m
- 5 mm

- 10 mm

Fig. 31: Deviation VEGAPULS 61 with encapsulated antenna system in mm, measuring range in m

0.394 in

0.197 in

1.6 ft 32.80 ft
- 0.197 in

- 0.394 in

Fig. 32: Deviation VEGAPULS 61 with encapsulated antenna system in inch, measuring range in ft

10 mm

3 mm

0,5 m 30 m
-3 mm

-10 mm

Fig. 33: Accuracy VEGAPULS 62 with horn antenna in mm, measuring range in m
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Incl. non-linearity, hysteresis and non-repeatability.

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0.394 in

0.116 in

1.640 ft 98.43 ft
- 0.394 in

- 0.394 in

Fig. 34: Accuracy VEGAPULS 62 with horn antenna in Inch, measuring range in ft

40 mm

3 mm
-3 mm
2,0 m 30 m

-40 mm

Fig. 35: Accuracy VEGAPULS 62 with parabolic antenna in mm, measuring range in m

1.574 in

0.118 in
- 0.118 in
6.562 ft 98.43 ft

- 0.1574 in

Fig. 36: Accuracy VEGAPULS 62 with parabolic antenna in Inch, measuring range in ft

10 mm

3 mm

0,5 m 5,85 m
-3 mm

-10 mm

Fig. 37: Accuracy VEGAPULS 62 in standpipe version in mm, measuring range in m

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0.394 in

0.118 in

1.640 ft 19.19 ft
- 0.118 in

- 0.394 in

Fig. 38: Accuracy VEGAPULS 62 in standpipe version in Inch, measuring range in ft

20 mm

10 mm

1,0 m 30 m
-10 mm

-20 mm

Fig. 39: Accuracy VEGAPULS 65 in mm, measuring range in m

0.788 in

0.394 in

3.280 ft 98.43 ft
- 0.394 in

- 0.788 in

Fig. 40: Accuracy VEGAPULS 65 in Inch, measuring range in ft

20 mm

10 mm

1,0 m 35 m
-10 mm

-20 mm

Fig. 41: Accuracy VEGAPULS 66 in mm, measuring range in m

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 Technical data

0.788 in

0.394 in

3.280 ft 114.8 ft
- 0.394 in

- 0.788 in

Fig. 42: Accuracy VEGAPULS 66 in Inch, measuring range in ft

Influence of the ambient temperature to the sensor electronics5)

Average temperature coefficient of the zero signal (temperature 0.03 %/10 K

error)

Ambient conditions
Ambient, storage and transport temperature
- Standard version -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)
- Version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar with connection cable PE -20 … +60 °C (-4 … +140 °F)

Process conditions
Common data
Vibration resistance mechanical vibrations with 4 g and 5 … 100 Hz6)

VEGAPULS 61
Vessel pressure -1 … 3 bar/-100 … 300 kPa (-14.5 … 43.5 psi)
Process temperature (measured on the process fitting) -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)
VEGAPULS 62
Process temperature (measured on the process fitting), depending on seal and antenna system
- FKM (Viton) -40 … +130 °C (-40 … +266 °F)
- FKM (Viton) with temperature adapter -40 … +200 °C (-40 … +392 °F)
- Kalrez 2035, 6230 (FDA) -15 … +130 °C (+5 … +266 °F)
- Kalrez 2035, 6230 (FDA) with temperature adapter -15 … +200 °C (+5 … +392 °F)
- Kalrez 6375 -20 … +130 °C (-4 … +266 °F)
- Kalrez 6375 with temperature adapter -20 … +200 °C (-4 … +392 °F)
Vessel pressure - horn antenna -1 … 40 bar/-100 … 4000 kPa (-14.5 … 580 psi)
Vessel pressure - parabolic antenna -1 … 6 bar/-100 … 6000 kPa (-14.5 … 870 psi)
VEGAPULS 63
Vessel pressure with process fittings up to 2", DN 50 -1 … 16 bar/-100 … 1600 kPa (-14.5 … 232 psi)
Vessel pressure with process fittings from 3", DN 80 -0.8 … 16 bar/-80 … 1600 kPa (-11.6 … 232 psi)
Process temperature, depending on the material of the antenna encapsulation (measured on the process fitting)
- TFM-PTFE encapsulated -40 … +150 °C (-40 … +302 °F)
- TFM-PTFE encapsulated (low temperature version)7) -170 … +150 °C (-274 … +302 °F)
- PFA encapsulated -40 … +150 °C (-40 … +302 °F)
- TFM-PTFE hygienically encapsulated, process seal FKM (e.g. -25 … +130 °C (-13 … +266 °F)
Viton)
- TFM-PTFE hygienically encapsulated, process seal EPDM -40 … +130 °C (-40 … +266 °F)
VEGAPULS 65
Vessel pressure
-1 … 3 bar/-100 … 300 kPa (-14.5 … 43.5 psi)
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- Screwed part PVDF

- Screwed part and flange 316L -1 … 16 bar/-100 … 1600 kPa (-14.5 … 232 psi)

5)
Relating to the nominal measuring range.
6)
Tested according to the regulations of German Lloyd, GL directive 2.
7)
Not suitable for SIL applications.

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Process temperature (measured on the process fitting)

- For sockets 50 mm (1.969 in) and sockets 100 mm (3.937 in) -40 … +130 °C (-40 … +266 °F)
and 250 mm (9.843 in) with PVDF screwed part
- Other versions -40 … +150 °C (-40 … +302 °F)
VEGAPULS 66
Process temperature (measured on the process fitting depending on process seal
- FKM (Viton) -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)
- FKM (Viton) with temperature adapter -40 … +150 °C (-40 … +302 °F)
- Kalrez 6375 -20 … +150 °C (-4 … +302 °F)
- graphite (antenna cone ceramic) -60 … +250 °C (-76 … +482 °F)
- graphite (antenna cone ceramic) with temperature adapter -60 … +400 °C (-76 … +752 °F)
Vessel pressure of the antenna cone (note nominal pressure stage of the flange!)
- PTFE -1 … 40 bar/-100 … 4000 kPa (-14.5 … 580 psi) with PN 40
- Ceramic -1 … 160 bar/-100 … 16000 kPa (-14.5 … 2321 psi) with PN 160

Electromechanical data - version IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 bar

Cable entry/plug8)
- Single chamber housing l 1 x cable entry M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm), 1 x blind stopper
M20 x 1.5
or:
l 1 x closing cap 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
or:
l 1 x plug (depending on the version), 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5

- Double chamber housing l 1 x cable entry M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm), 1 x blind stopper
M20 x 1.5; 1 x blind stopper M16 x 1.5 or optionally available with 1 x
plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61
or:
l 1 x closing cap ½ NPT, 1 x blind stopper ½ NPT, 1 x blind stopper
M16 x 1.5 or optionally available with 1 x plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61
or:
l 1 x plug (depending on the version), 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5; 1 x
blind stopper M16 x 1.5 or optionally available with 1 x plug M12 x 1 for
VEGADIS 61

Connection terminals Spring-loaded terminals for wire cross-section up to 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 P 68 cable entry 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)
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8)
Depending on the version M12x1, according to DIN 43650, Harting, Amphenol-Tuchel, 7/8" FF.

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Connection cable
- Wire cross-section 0.5 mm²
- wire resistance < 0.036 Ohm/m
- Tensile strength > 1200 N (270 pounds force)
- Standard length 5 m (16.4 ft)
- Max. length 1000 m (3280 ft)
- Min. bending radius 25 mm (0.984 in) with 25 °C (77 °F)
- Diameter approx. 8 mm (0.315 in)
- Colour - standard PE Black
- Colour - standard PUR Blue
- Colour - Ex-version Blue

Indicating and adjustment module

Power supply and data transmission through the sensor
Indication LC display in Dot matrix
Adjustment elements 4 keys
Protection
- unassembled IP 20
- mounted into the sensor without cover IP 40
Materials
- Housing ABS
- Inspection window Polyester foil

Supply voltage - 4 … 20 mA/HART

Standard version
Supply voltage
- Non-Ex instrument 14 … 36 V DC
- EEx-ia instrument 14 … 30 V DC
- EEx-d-ia instrument 20 … 36 V DC
Supply voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module9)
- Non-Ex instrument 20 … 36 V DC
- EEx-ia instrument 20 … 30 V DC
- EEx-d-ia instrument 20 … 36 V DC
Permissible residual ripple
- < 100 Hz Uss < 1 V
- 100 Hz … 10 kHz Uss < 10 mV
Load see diagram

Ω
1000

750

3
500
2
1
250

4
14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 V

Fig. 43: Voltage diagram

1 HART load
2 Voltage limit EEx-ia instrument
3 Voltage limit non-Ex instrument
4
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Supply voltage

9)
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Voltage supply - 4 … 20 mA/HART four wire instrument

Supply voltage
- Non-Ex and Exd instrument 20 … 72 V DC, 20 … 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz (with and without lighting of the
indicating and adjustment module)
Max. power consumption 4 VA; 2.1 W

Voltage supply - Profibus PA

Supply voltage
- Non-Ex instrument 9 … 32 V DC
- EEx-ia instrument 9 … 24 V DC
Supply voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module10)
- Non-Ex instrument 12 … 36 V DC
- EEx-ia instrument 12 … 30 V DC
Power supply by/max. number of sensors
- DP/PA segment coupler max. 32 (max. 10 with Ex)
- VEGALOG 571 EP card max. 15 (max. 10 with Ex)

Power supply - Foundation Fieldbus

Supply voltage
- Non-Ex instrument 9 … 32 V DC
- EEx-ia instrument 9 … 24 V DC
Supply voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module11)
- Non-Ex instrument 12 … 32 V DC
- EEx-ia instrument 12 … 24 V DC
Power supply by/max. number of sensors
- H1 power supply max. 32 (max. 10 with Ex)

Electrical protective measures

Protection
- Plastic housing IP 66/IP 67
- Double chamber Alu-housing, four-wire instruments IP 66/IP 67
- Alu and stainless steel housing, two-wire instruments IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)12)
- Alu and stainless steel housing optional, two-wire instruments IP 66/IP 68 (1 bar)
Overvoltage category III
Protection class
- two-wire, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus II
- four-wire I

Approvals13)14)15)
ATEX ia ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6; ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC
T5+ATEX II 1/2D IP6X T6
ATEX D ATEX II 1/2 D IP6X T
ATEX ia + D ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T5+ATEX II 1/2D IP6X T6
ATEX d ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EExd ia IIC T6
ATEX d + D ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EExd ia IIC T5+ATEX II 1/2D IP6X T6
IEC ia IEC Ex ia IIC T6
IEC d IEC Exd ia IIC T6
IEC Ex Ex tD A20/A21 IP66 T, A21
FM FM CI.I, Div2 (NI)+CI.II, III, Div1 (DIP); FM CI.I-III, Div 1 (IS); FM Cl.I-III, Div
1(IS)+Cl.I-III, Div 1 Gr.C-G (XP)
CSA CSA CI.I, Div2 (NI)+CI.II, III, Div1 (DIP); CSA CI.I-III, Div 1 (IS); CSA Cl.I-III,
Div 1(IS)+Cl.I-III, Div 1 Gr.C-G (XP)
Ship approvals GL, LRS, ABS, CCS, RINA
Others WHG
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10)
For instruments with national approvals such as e.g. according to CSA only available at a later date.
11)
For instruments with national approvals such as e.g. according to CSA only available at a later date.
12)
A suitable cable is the prerequisite for maintaining the protection class.
13)
Depending on the instrument type.
14)
Deviating data in Ex applications: see separate safety instructions.
15)
You can find detailed information under www.vega.com.

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CE conformity
EMC (89/336/EWG) Emission EN 61326: 1997 (class A), susceptibility EN 61326: 1997/A1:
1998
R & TTE directive R & TTE directive: I-ETS 300-440 Expert Opinion No. 05-111723, Notified
Body No. 0700
LVD (73/23/EWG) EN 61010-1: 2001

Functional safety (SIL)

You can find detailed information in the Safety Manual of
VEGAPULS or under www.vega.com.
Functional safety according to IEC 61508-4
- Single channel architecture (1oo1D) up to SIL2
- double channel diversitary redundant architecture (1oo2D) up to SIL3

FCC conformity (only for USA/Canada)

Conformity to part 15 of the FCC regulations

Environmental instructions
VEGA environment management system certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001
You can find detailed information under www.vega.com.

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7 Dimensions

Housing in protection IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 bar VEGAPULS 61 - encapsulated antenna system with hy-
gienic fitting
~ 69mm ~ 87mm (3 27/64")
~ 69mm
(2 23/32") ø 84mm ~ 116mm (4 9/16")
(2 23/32") ø 77mm
ø 77mm (3 5/16")
(3 1/32") ø 84mm (3 5/16")
(3 1/32")
M16x1,5

116mm (4 9/16")
117mm (4 39/64")

120mm (4 23/32")
112mm (4 13/32")

M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/ M20x1,5

½ NPT ½ NPT ½ NPT
M20x1,5/
1 2 ½ NPT 3 4 50mm 50mm

(4 49/64")

(4 49/64")
(1 31/32") (1 31/32")

121mm

121mm
Fig. 44: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68; 0.2 bar, with
integrated indicating and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm (1/64") higher
ø 39mm ø 39mm
1 Plastic housing (1 17/32") (1 17/32")
2 Stainless steel housing ø64mm (2 33/64") ø78mm (3 5/64")
ø91mm (3 37/64") ø95mm (3 47/64")
3 Aluminium double chamber housing
4 Aluminium housing 1 2

Housing in protection IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar

~ 103mm ~ 105mm (4 9/64")
(4 1/16") ø 84mm ~ 150mm (5 29/32")
ø 77mm
(3 1/32") (3 5/16") ø 84mm (3 5/16")

M16x1,5 50mm
116mm (4 9/16")

(1 31/32")
117mm (4 39/64")

120mm (4 23/32")

(4 49/64")
121mm
M20x1,5 M20x1,5 M20x1,5

M20x1,5/
ø 39mm
1 ½ NPT 2 3 (1 17/32")
ø 68mm
(2 43/64")

Fig. 45: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar, with integrated indicating ø 84mm
(3 5/16")
and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm (1/64") higher 3
1 Stainless steel housing
2 Aluminium double chamber housing Fig. 47: VEGAPULS - encapsulated antenna system in threaded version with hy-
3 Aluminium housing gienic fitting

1 Tri-Clamp 2" and 3"

VEGAPULS 61 - encapsulated antenna system in threaded 2 Bolting according to DIN 11851 DN 50 and DN 80
version 3 Tuchenhagen Varivent DN 32
78mm (3 5/64") (1 /16")
20mm (25/32") 43mm
11

50mm
(1 31/32")
G1½A / 1½ NPT

ø 39mm
(1 17/32")

Fig. 46: VEGAPULS - encapsulated antenna system in threaded version G1½ A and
1½ NPT
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VEGAPULS 61 - plastic horn antenna with mounting strap VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in threaded version
125 mm
2,5 mm (4 59/64")
(1/8")
1.4301

38mm (1 1/2")

22mm (55/64")
(6 11/16") / (11 3/4")
170 mm / 300 mm
1 2

118mm (4 41/64")
46mm
(1 13/16")

22mm (55/64")
G1½A / 1½ NPT

mm y x

y
1½" 100 ø40
2" 120 ø48
3" 216 ø75
4" 430 ø95

(3 55/64")
PBT-GF30 x

98 mm
inch y x
19 mm

y
(3/4")
8,5 mm
(21/64")

1½" 3 15/16" ø1 37/64"

2" 4 23/32" ø1 57/64"
3" 8 1/2" ø2 61/64"
4" 16 59/64" ø3 47/64"
x
(19/32")
15 mm

PP 75 mm
(2 61/64")
107 mm
9 mm (4 7/32") Fig. 50: VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in threaded version
(15/32")
12 mm

(23/64") 115 mm
(4 17/32") 1 Standard
2 with temperature adapter
(3 11/32")
85 mm

VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in threaded version with

purging air connection
(23/64")
9 mm

12 mm
(15/32") 1 “X” M2:1 2

G1/8
Fig. 48: VEGAPULS - plastic horn antenna with mounting strap
38mm (1 1/2")

max. 7mm
(9/32")

VEGAPULS 61 - plastic horn antenna with compression

22mm (55/64")

4
flange 46mm “X”

118mm (4 41/64")
(1 13/16")
40mm
3 (1 37/64")

22mm (55/64")
49mm

(1 29/64")
37mm
G1½A/ (1 59/64")
1½ NPT
y

mm y x
1½" 100 ø40
2" 120 ø48
3" 216 ø75
4" 430 ø95

x inch y x
1½" 3 15/16" ø1 37/64" y
2" 4 23/32" ø1 57/64"
(4 61/64")
126mm

3" 8 1/2" ø2 61/64"

4" 16 59/64" ø3 47/64"
10,5mm
(13/32")

ø 107mm ø 21mm x
(4 7/32") (53/64")

Fig. 51: VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in threaded version with purging air connec-
19mm
(3/4")

ø 75mm
tion
(2 61/64")

ø 115mm
1 Standard
(4 17/32")
2 with temperature adapter
ø 156mm
(6 9/64") 3 Purging air connection G⅛ A for mounting of a suitable adapter
ø 200mm
4 Reflux valve - attached (with non-Ex option, with Ex in the scope of delivery)
(7 7/8")

Fig. 49: VEGAPULS - plastic horn antenna with compression flange DN 80/3"/JIS80
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 Dimensions

VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in threaded version with an- VEGAPULS 62 - parabolic antenna in threaded version
tenna extension

38mm (1 1/2")
38mm (1 1/2")

22mm (55/64")
1 2
22mm (55/64")

118mm (4 41/64")
46mm
1 2 (1 13/16")

118mm (4 41/64")

22mm (55/64")
46mm
(1 13/16") G1½A / 1½ NPT

22mm (55/64")
G1½A / 1½ NPT

(5 7/16")
138mm
mm y x
y

1½" > 200 ø40

2" > 220 ø48
3" > 316 ø75 ø 244mm (9 39/64")
4" > 530 ø95

inch y x
1½" 7 7/8" ø1 37/64"
2" 8 21/32" ø1 57/64"
y

3" 12 7/16" ø2 61/64"

4" 20 55/64" ø3 47/64"

x Fig. 54: VEGAPULS 62 - parabolic antenna in threaded version

1 Standard
2 with temperature adapter
x

VEGAPULS 62 - Standpipe version with thread

Fig. 52: VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in threaded version with purging air connec-
16)
tion and antenna extension

1 Standard
2 with temperature adapter

VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in flange version

ø 39,5mm ø 39,5mm
(1 9/16") (1 9/16")
224mm (8 13/16")

224mm (8 13/16")
32mm 46mm
16mm (5/8")

(1 17/64") (1 13/16")
(2 23/64")

d
1 2
60mm

G1½A
G¾A 1½ NPT
¾ NPT
140mm (5 33/64")
b

20mm (25/32")

22mm (55/64")
ø 3,5mm (9/64")

32mm (1 17/64")
32mm (1 17/64")
y

x
L

k
D

mm D b k d x y inch D b k d x y
DN 40 PN 40 150 18 110 4xø18 40 100 DN 40PN 40 5 29/32" 45/64" 4 21/64" 4xø45/64" 1 37/64" 3 15/16"
ø 21,3mm ø 21,3mm
DN 50 PN 40 165 20 125 4xø18 48 120 DN 50 PN 40 6 1/ 2" 25/32" 4 59/64" 4xø45/64" 1 57/64" 4 23/32"
(27/32") (27/32")
DN 80 PN 40 200 24 160 8xø18 75 216 DN 80 PN 40 7 7/ 8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64" 2 61/64" 8 1/2"
DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18 95 430 DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64" 3 47/64" 16 59/64"
DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22 95 430 DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64" 8xø55/64" 3 47/64" 16 59/64"
17)
2" 150 lb
3" 150 lb
152,4
190,5
19,1
23,9
120,7
152,4
4xø19,1
4xø19,1
48
75
120
216
2" 150 lb
3" 150 lb
6"
7 1/ 2"
3/ 4"
15/16"
4 3/4"
6"
4xø3/4"
4xø3/4"
1 57/64" 4 23/32"
2 61/64" 8 1/2"
Fig. 55: VEGAPULS 62 - Standpipe version with thread
4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1 95 430 4" 150 lb 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4" 3 47/64" 16 59/64"
6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 95 430 6" 150 lb 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8" 3 47/64" 16 59/64"

Fig. 53: VEGAPULS 62 - horn antenna in flange version

1 Standard
2 with temperature adapter
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16)
An antenna extension causes a reduction of sensitivity at close range in dependence on product properties. A suitable support for the antenna
extension must be provided as required by its length.
17)
The plant operator must provide a suitable support for the standpipe depending on the length and the process conditions.

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 Dimensions

VEGAPULS 63 - flange version VEGAPULS 63 - low temperature flange version

100mm (3 15/16")

1 d 2

163mm (6 27/64")

201mm (7 29/32")
b

265mm (10 7/16")

y
4mm (5/32")

d
ø 44mm
(1 47/64")
x
1 2
b

k d
D
4mm (5/32")

b
ø 75mm

y
4mm (5/32")
(2 61/64") d
x ø 44mm
k (1 47/64")
D x

b
k
D

4mm (5/32")

y
mm D b k d x y inch D b k d x y
DN 50 PN 40 165 20 125 4xø18 102 8 DN 50 PN 40 6 1/2" 25/32" 4 59/64" 4xø45/64" 4 1/64" 5/16" ø 75mm
DN 80 PN 40 200 24 160 8xø18 138 14 DN 80 PN 40 7 7/8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64" 5 7/16" 35/64" (2 61/64")
DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18 158 14 DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64" 6 7/32" 35/64" x
DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22 212 14 DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64" 8xø55/64" 8 11/32" 35/64" k
2" 150 lb 152,4 19,1 120,7 4xø19,1 91,9 8 2" 150 lb 6" 3/4" 4 3/4" 4xø3/4" 3 5/8" 5/16" D
3" 150 lb 190,5 23,9 152,4 4xø19,1 127 14 3" 150 lb 7 1/2" 15/16" 6" 4xø3/4" 5" 35/64"

4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1 157,2 14 4" 150 lb 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4" 6 3/16" 35/64"

6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 215,9 14 6" 150 lb 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8" 8 1/2" 35/64" mm D b k d x y inch D b k d x y
DN 50 PN 40 165 20 125 4xø18 102 8 DN 50 PN 40 6 1/2" 25/32" 4 59/64" 4xø45/64" 4 1/64" 5/16"

DN 80 PN 40 200 24 160 8xø18 138 14 DN 80 PN 40 7 7/8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64" 5 7/16" 35/64"

DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18 158 14 DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64" 6 7/32" 35/64"

Fig. 56: VEGAPULS 63 - flange version DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22 212 14 DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64"

3/4"
8xø55/64" 8 11/32" 35/64"

2" 150 lb 152,4 19,1 120,7 4xø19,1 91,9 8 2" 150 lb 6" 4 3/4" 4xø3/4" 3 5/8" 5/16"

3" 150 lb 190,5 23,9 152,4 4xø19,1 127 14 3" 150 lb 7 1/2" 15/16" 6" 4xø3/4" 5" 35/64"

1 Flange version - flange size DN 50 4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1 157,2 14 4" 150 lb 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4" 6 3/16" 35/64"

2 Flange version - flange size from DN 80 6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 215,9 14 6" 150 lb 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8" 8 1/2" 35/64"

VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting Fig. 58: VEGAPULS 63 - low temperature flange version

1 DN 50, 2"
2 DN 80 … DN 150, 3" … 6"
d Diameter and number of holes in the flange

VEGAPULS 65 - threaded version

100mm (3 15/16")

(3 11/32")
85mm

1 2
(25/32")
20mm

ø 50mm ø 66mm
(1 39/64")

(1 31/32") (2 19/32")
22mm (55/64")
41mm

ø 90mm 50mm
(2 3/4")
70mm

(3 35/64") (1 31/32")
22mm (55/64")
82mm (3 15/64")

1.4435: 50mm (1 31/32")

G1½A / 1½ NPT
PVDF: 46mm (1 13/16")
ø 40mm
(1 37/64") G1½A / 1½ NPT
ø 33mm
120mm (4 23/32")
270mm (10 5/8")

(1 19/64")

1 2
352mm (13 55/64")
(2 23/64")

(2 23/64")
60mm

60mm

ø 33mm
(1 19/64")
415mm (16 11/32")
(1 13/16")

(1 13/16")

3 4
565mm (22 1/4")
46mm

46mm

ø 78mm ø 90mm
(3 5/64") (3 35/64")

Fig. 57: VEGAPULS 63 - hygienic fitting

1 NeumoBiocontrol
2 Tuchenhagen Varivent DN 25
3 Hygienic version LA
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4 Hygienic version LB

Fig. 59: VEGAPULS 65 - threaded version

1 For socket height up to 50 mm (1.969 in)

2 For socket heights up to 100 mm (3.937 in) or up to 250 mm (9.843 in)

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 Dimensions

VEGAPULS 65 - flange version VEGAPULS 66 - standard version with purging air connec-
tion

mm D b k d x y
DN 50 PN 40 165 20 125 4xø18 - -
DN 80 PN 40 200 24 160 8xø18 75 75
mm D b k d
DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18 96 110
DN 50 PN 40 165 20 125 4xø18
DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22 146 205
DN 80 PN 40 200 24 160 8xø18
DN 200 PN 16 340 24 295 12xø22 195 300
DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18
DN 250 PN 16 405 26 355 12xø26
94mm (3 45/64")

240 380
DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22
2" 150 lb 152,4 19,1 120,7 4xø19,1 - -
2" 150 lb 152,4 19,1 120,7 4xø19,1
2mm (5/64")

3" 150 lb 190,5 23,9 152,4 4xø19,1 75 75

d 3" 150 lb 190,5 23,9 152,4 4xø19,1 1

136mm (5 23/64")
4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1 96 110
4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1
6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 146 205
6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 2
b

8" 150 lb 342,9 28,4 298,5 8xø22,4 190 300

inch D b k d 10" 150 lb 406,4 30,2 362 12xø25,4 240 380
DN 50 PN 40 6 1/2" 25/32" 4 59/64" 4xø45/64" d
120mm (4 23/32")
270mm (10 5/8")

k DN 80 PN 40 7 7/8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64" inch D b k d x y

DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64" DN 50 PN 40 6 1/2" 25/32" 4 59/64" 4xø45/64" - -
D

b
DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64" 8xø55/64" DN 80 PN 40 7 7/8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64" 2 61/64" 2 43/64"

2" 150 lb 6" 3/4" 4 3/4" 4xø3/4" DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64" 3 25/32" 4 9/64"

3" 150 lb 7 1/2" 15/16" 6" 4xø3/4" DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64" 8xø55/64" 5 3/4" 7 9/32"
ø 33mm 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4" DN 200PN 16 13 25/64" 15/16" 11 39/64" 4xø55/64" 7 43/64" 10 35/64"
4" 150 lb
(1 19/64") 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8" DN 250 PN 16 15 15/16" 1 1/32" 13 31/32" 4xø11/32" 9 29/64" 14 11/64"
6" 150 lb

y
2" 150 lb 6" 3/4" 4 3/4" 8xø3/4" - -
3" 150 lb 7 1/2" 15/16" 6" 8xø3/4" 2 61/64" 2 43/64"
395mm (15 35/64")
545mm (21 29/64")

4" 150 lb 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4" 3 25/32" 4 9/64"

6" 150 lb 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8" 5 3/4" 7 9/32"
8" 150 lb 13 1/2" 1 1/8" 11 3/4" 8xø7/8" 7 31/64" 10 35/64"
x
10" 150 lb 16" 1 3/16" 14 1/4" 12xø1" 9 29/64" 14 11/64"
k
D

Fig. 62: VEGAPULS 66 - standard version with purging air connection

1 Rinsing air connection G¼ A for mounting of an own adapter

2 Reflux valve - attached (with non-Ex option, with Ex in the scope of delivery)

VEGAPULS 66 - high temperature version

Fig. 60: VEGAPULS 65 - flange version for socket height up to 100 mm (3.937 in) or
up to 250 mm (9.843 in)

VEGAPULS 66 - standard version

mm D b k d x y
DN 50 PN 40 165 20 125 4xø18 - -
DN 80 PN 40 200 24 160 8xø18 75 75
200mm (7 7/8")

DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18 96 110

DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22 146 205 1 2
DN 200 PN 16 340 24 295 12xø22 195 300
DN 250 PN 16 405 26 355 12xø26 240 380
2" 150 lb 152,4 19,1 120,7 4xø19,1 - -
3" 150 lb 190,5 23,9 152,4 4xø19,1 75 75
(2 23/64")

4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1 96 110

337mm (13 17/64")
60mm

6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 146 205

d 8" 150 lb 342,9 28,4 298,5 8xø22,4 190 300
10" 150 lb 406,4 30,2 362 12xø25,4 240 380
b

inch D b k d x y
DN 50 PN 40 6 1/2" 25/32" 4 59/64" 4xø45/64" - -
DN 80 PN 40 7 7/8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64" 2 61/64" 2 43/64"
DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64" 3 25/32" 4 9/64"
y

DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64" 8xø55/64" 5 3/4" 7 9/32"

DN 200PN 16 13 25/64" 15/16" 11 39/64" 4xø55/64" 7 43/64" 10 35/64"
DN 250 PN 16 15 15/16" 1 1/32" 13 31/32" 4xø11/32" 9 29/64" 14 11/64"
2" 150 lb 6" 3/4" 4 3/4" 8xø3/4" - -
3" 150 lb 7 1/2" 15/16" 6" 8xø3/4" 2 61/64" 2 43/64"
x 4" 150 lb 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4" 3 25/32" 4 9/64"
k 6" 150 lb 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8" 5 3/4" 7 9/32"
D 8" 150 lb 13 1/2" 1 1/8" 11 3/4" 8xø7/8" 7 31/64" 10 35/64"
10" 150 lb 16" 1 3/16" 14 1/4" 12xø1" 9 29/64" 14 11/64"

Fig. 61: VEGAPULS 66 - standard version

Fig. 63: VEGAPULS 66 - high temperature version

1 For process temperatures up to 250 °C (482 °F)

2 For process temperatures up to 400 °C (752 °F)
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 Dimensions

VEGAPULS 66 - standpipe version

1 2 3
(2 23/64")
60mm

D
k

(7 3/32")
180mm
b

d
(1 27/32")

(12 31/64")
47mm

317mm
ø 8mm
(5/16")
L

ø 56mm
(2 13/64")

ø 52mm
(2 3/64")

mm D b k d inch D b k d
DN 80 PN 16/40 200 24 160 8xø18 DN 80 PN 16/40 7 7/8" 15/16" 6 19/64" 8xø45/64"
DN 100 PN 16 220 20 180 8xø18 DN 100 PN 16 8 21/32" 25/32" 7 3/32" 8xø45/64"
DN 150 PN 16 285 22 240 8xø22 DN 150 PN 16 11 7/32" 55/64" 9 29/64" 8xø55/64"
DN 200 PN 16 340 24 295 12xø22 DN 200 PN 16 13 25/64" 15/16" 11 39/64" 12xø55/64"
DN 250 PN 16 405 26 355 12xø26 DN 250 PN 16 15 15/16" 1 1/32" 13 31/32" 12xø11/32"
3" 150 lb 190,5 23,9 152,4 4xø19,1 3" 150 lb 7 1/2" 15/16" 6" 4xø3/4"
4" 150 lb 228,6 23,9 190,5 8xø19,1 4" 150 lb 9" 15/16" 7 1/2" 8xø3/4"
6" 150 lb 279,4 25,4 241,3 8xø22,4 6" 150 lb 11" 1" 9 1/2" 8xø7/8"
8" 150 lb 342,9 28,4 298,5 8xø22,4 8" 150 lb 13 1/2" 1 1/8" 11 3/4" 8xø7/8"
10" 150 lb 406,4 30,2 362 12xø25,4 10" 150 lb 16" 1 3/16" 14 1/4" 12xø1"

18)
Fig. 64: VEGAPULS 66 - standpipe version

1 Standard version
2 For process temperatures up to 250 °C (482 °F)
3 For process temperatures up to 400 °C (752 °F)

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 Product code

8 Product code

VEGAPULS 61 VEGAPULS 62
Approval Approval
XX without XX without
XM Ship approval XM Ship approval
CX ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 CX ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6
CA ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + WHG CA ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + WHG
CM ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + Ship approval CM ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + Ship approval
DX ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EEx d ia IIC T6 1) DX ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EEx d ia IIC T6 1)
Version / Material / Process temperature Version / Material
A with encapsulated horn antenna ø40mm / PVDF / -40..80°C B with horn antenna ø40 mm / 316L
B with plastic horn antenna ø80mm / PP / -40...80°C C with horn antenna ø48 mm / 316L
Process fitting / Material D with horn antenna ø75 mm / 316L
XX without compression flange 2) E with horn antenna ø95 mm / 316L
GP Thread G1½A PN3 / PVDF 3) K with parabolic antenna ø245mm / 316L
NP Thread 1½NPT PN3 / PVDF 3) F with ½"-standpipe / 316L 2)
CA Tri-Clamp 2" PN3 / 316L 3) Process fitting / Material
CB Tri-Clamp 3" PN3 / 316L 3) GA Thread G¾A PN40 / 316L 3)
RA Bolting DN50 PN3, DIN 11851 / 316L 3) NA Thread ¾NPT PN40 / 316L 3)
RB Bolting DN80 PN3, DIN 11851 / 316L 3) GD Thread G1½A PN40 / 316L
XC Mounting loop 170mm / 1.4301 2) ND Thread 1½NPT PN40 / 316L
XD Mounting loop 300mm / 1.4301 FC Flange DN50PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
YD Compression flange DN80PN16, ANSI3", JIS DN80 10K / PPH 2) FD Flange DN80PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
AE Adapter flange DN100PN16 FKM(Viton) / PPH 2) FE Flange DN100PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
AH Adapter flange DN150PN16 FKM(Viton) / PPH 2) FK Flange DN150PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
FK Adapter flange ANSI 4"150psi FKM(Viton) / PPH 2) AE Flange 2" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
FM Adapter flange ANSI 6"150psi FKM(Viton) / PPH 2) AI Flange 3" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
UC Adapter flange JIS DN100 10K FKM(Viton) / PPH 2) AK Flange 4" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
UE Adapter flange JIS DN150 10K FKM(Viton) / PPH 2) AM Flange 6" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
Electronics Seal / Process temperature
H Two-wire 4...20mA/HART® 2 FKM (Viton) / -40...130°C
V Four wire 4...20mA/HART® 1) 3 Kalrez 6375 / - 20...130ºC
P Profibus PA 4 FKM (Viton) / -40...200°C (not with steam)
F Foundation Fieldbus 5 Kalrez 6375 / -20...200°C
Housing / Protection Electronics
K Plastic/IP66/IP67 H Two-wire 4...20mA/HART®
A Aluminium / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar) V Four wire 4...20mA/HART® 1)
D Aluminium double chamber / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar) P Profibus PA
8 StSt (electropolished) 316L / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar) F Foundation Fieldbus
Cable entry / Plug connection Housing / Protection
M M20x1.5 / without K Plastic / IP66/IP67
N ½NPT / without A Aluminium / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
Indicating/adjustment module (PLICSCOM) D Aluminium double chamber / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
X Without 8 StSt (electropolished) 316L / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar)
A Top mounted Cable entry / Plug connection
Additional equipment M M20x1.5 / without
X without N ½NPT / without
Indicating/adjustment module (PLICSCOM)
PS61. X Without
A Top mounted
1)
Only in conjunction with Housing / Protection "D" Additional equipment
2) X without
Only in conjunction with Version / Material / Process temperature "B"
3)
K Purging air connection
Only in conjunction with Version / Material / Process temperature "A"
PS62.

1)
Only in conjunction with Housing / Protection "D"
2)
Only in conjunction with Seal / Process temperature "4" or "5"
3)
Only in conjunction with Version / Material "F"
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 Product code

VEGAPULS 63 VEGAPULS 65
Approval Approval
XX without XX without
XM Ship approval XM Ship approval
CX ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 CX ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6
CA ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + WHG CA ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + WHG
CM ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + Ship approval CM ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + Ship approval
DX ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EEx d ia IIC T6 1) DX ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EEx d ia IIC T6 1)
Version / Material / Process temperature Version / Material / Process temperature
P with encapsulated horn antenna / TFM-PTFE / -40...150°C K Rod antenna for sockets 50mm/PVDF a. PTFE/-40...130°C 2)
V hyg.encaps.horn ant. / TFM-PTFE+Viton / -25...130°C 2) L Rod antenna for sockets 100mm / PTFE / -40...130/150°C 3)
E hyg.encaps.horn ant. / TFM-PTFE+EPDM / -40...130°C 2) M Rod antenna for socketd 250mm / PTFE / -40...130/150°C 3)
Process fitting / Material Process fitting / Material
CA Tri-Clamp 2" / 316L GD Thread G1½A PN16 / 316L
CB Tri-Clamp 3" / 316L GP Thread G1½A PN3 / PVDF
CC Tri-Clamp 4" / 316L ND Thread 1½NPT PN16 / 316L
RA Bolting DN50 PN16, DIN 11851 / 316L NP Thread 1½NPT PN3 / PVDF
RB Bolting DN80 PN16, DIN 11851 / 316L FC Flange DN50PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L PTFE-plated
LB Hyg.fitting w. tension flange DN32PN16 / 316L 3) FD Flange DN80PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L PTFE-plated
LA Hyg.fitting w. compression nut F40 PN16 / 316L 3) FE Flange DN100PN16 Form C, DIN2501/316L PTFE-plated
TB Tuchenhagen Varivent DN25..; PN10 / 316L 3) FK Flange DN150PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L PTFE-plated
QB Neumo biocontrol sz. 50 PN16 / 316L 3) AE Flange 2" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L PTFE-plated
FC Flange DN50PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L AI Flange 3" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L PTFE-plated
FD Flange DN80PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L AK Flange 4" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L PTFE-plated
FE Flange DN100PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L AM Flange 6" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L PTFE-plated
FK Flange DN150PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L Electronics
FM Flange DN150PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L H Two-wire 4...20mA/HART®
AE Flange 2" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L V Four-wire 4...20mA/HART® 1)
AI Flange 3" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L P Profibus PA
AK Flange 4" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L F Foundation Fieldbus
AM Flange 6" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L Housing / Protection
Electronics K Plastic / IP66/IP67
H Two-wire 4...20mA/HART® A Aluminium / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
V Four wire 4...20mA/HART® 1) D Aluminium double chamber / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
P Profibus PA 8 StSt (electropolished) 316L / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar)
F Foundation Fieldbus Cable entry / Plug connection
Housing / Protection M M20x1.5 / without
K Plastic / IP66/IP67 N ½NPT / without
A Aluminium / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar) Indicating/adjustment module (PLICSCOM)
D Aluminium double chamber / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar) X Without
8 StSt (electropolished) 316L / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar) A Top mounted
Cable entry / Plug connection Additional equipment
M M20x1.5 / without X without
N ½NPT / without
Indicating/adjustment module (PLICSCOM) PS65.
X Without
A Top mounted 1)
Only in conjunction with Housing / Protection "D"
Additional equipment 2)
X without Only for Process fitting / Material "GP" or "NP"
3)
With Process connection / Material "GP" or "NP" process temperature only -40...130°C
PS63.

1)
Only in conjunction with Housing / Protection "D"
2)
Only in conjuction with Process fitting / Material "LA","LB", "QB" or "TB"
3)
Only in conjunction with Version / Material / Process temperature "V" or "E"

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Approval
XX without
XM Ship approval
CX ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6
CA ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + WHG
CM ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G EEx ia IIC T6 + Ship approval
DX ATEX II 1/2G, 2G EEx d ia IIC T6 1)
Version / Material
A without horn antenna for standpipe
D with horn antenna ø75 mm / 316L 2)
E with horn antenna ø96 mm / 316L 2)
H with horn antenna ø145 mm/316L
I with horn antenna ø195 mm / 316L
J with horn antenna ø 240 mm / 316L
F with standpipe ø50 mm / 316L
Process fitting / Material
FC Flange DN50PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
FD Flange DN80PN40 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
FE Flange DN100PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
FK Flange DN150PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
FL Flange DN200PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
FI Flange DN250PN16 Form C, DIN2501 / 316L
AE Flange 2" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
AI Flange 3" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
AK Flange 4" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
AM Flange 6" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
AN Flange 8" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
AP Flange 10" 150lb RF, ANSI B16.5 / 316L
Seal / Process temperature
2 FKM (Viton) / -40...150°C
3 Kalrez 6375 / -20...150°C
G Graphite and ceramic / -60...250°C
H Graphite and ceramic /-60...400°C
Electronics
H Two-wire 4...20mA/HART®
V Four-wire 4...20mA/HART® 1)
P Profibus PA
F Foundation Fieldbus
Housing / Protection
K Plastic / IP66/IP67
A Aluminium / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
D Aluminium double chamber / IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
8 StSt (electropolished) 316L / IP66/IP68 (0.2bar)
Cable entry / Plug connection
M M20x1.5 / without
N ½NPT / without
Indicating/adjustment module (PLICSCOM)
X Without
A Top mounted
Additional equipment
X without

PS66.

1)
Only in conjunction with Housing / Protection "D"
2)
Only for measurement in Standpipes / Bypass tubes
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