Vibranivo® VN 4000 Technical Information
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Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual 2 Page Safety notes/ Technical support 2 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction 3 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Technical data 4 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Electrical installation 14 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Signal output 17 Maintenance 18 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Notes for use in Hazardous Locations Subject to technical change. We assume no liability for typing errors. Different variations than specified are possible. Please contact our technical consultants.

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Safety notes / Technical support Installation, maintenance and commissioning may be accomplished only by qualified technical personnel. The product must be used only in the manner outlined in this instruction manual. 3 Special attention must be paid to warnings and notes as follows: WARNING Relates to a caution symbol on the product: A failure to observe the necessary precautions can result in death, serious injury and/ or considerable material damage. Relates to a caution symbol on the product: Risk of electric...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Applications The VIBRANIVO oscillating probe is normally screwed into the lateral container wall so that it is level with the filling height to be registered and monitored. The device is used for level monitoring in all types of containers and silos. It can be used with all powdery and granulated bulk materials with a densitiy greater than 30 g/l (1.9 lb/ft3) that do not show a strong tendency to form crusts or deposits. The units can be delivered with Ex-approvals for use in Dust Hazardous Areas. Building...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Technical data Temperature extended shaft (pos.3 2) Temperature extended shaft (pos.3 2)

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Technical data Extension tube NOT part of delivery *Thread on extension tube Thread

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Technical data Electrical data Connection terminals Cable entry M20 x 1.5 screwed cable gland NPT 1/2“ conduit connection NPT 3/4” conduit connection Clamping range (diameter) of the factory provided cable glands: M20 x 1.5: 6 .. 12 mm (0.24 .. 0.47"") Signal delay Sensor free -> covered ca. 1 sec Sensor covered -> free ca. 1 .. 2 sec Safety operation (FSL,FSH) Switchable for minimum or maximum safety Vibration frequency Overvoltage category Pollution degree Power supply Universal voltage Relay DPDT 19 .. 230 V 50...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Technical data Mechanical data Housing Aluminium housing, powder coated RAL 5010 gentian blue Seal between housig and lid: NBR Seal between housing and process connection: NBR Nameplate: polyester film IP67* (EN 60529), NEMA Type 4X * For version with plug the type of protection can be lower (see option plug/ page 10). Partition wall between Zone 20 and Zone 21 (EPL Da/Db) Material: Thickness: Expected lifetime under constant functional vibration stress: 20 years (depending on application and ambient conditions)...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Technical data Material: stainless steel 1.4581 (316) (food grade) Sound level Operating conditions Ambient temp. (housing) Process temperature For versions with Ex-approvals: see remarks on page 21. Features of bulk material No strong tendency to cake or deposit Max. grain size 8mm (0.31“) 500 N laterally (on oscillator rods) Recommended protection in case of high material load: mounting of an protective angle above the probe 16 bar (232 psi) For versions with “sliding sleeve without process overpressure” (option...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Technical data / Approvals Transport and Storage Transport Observe the instructions as stated on the transport packaging, otherwise the products may get damaged. Transport temperature: -40 .. +80°C (-40 .. +176°F) Transport humidity: 20 .. 85% Transport incoming inspections must be caried out to check for possible transport damage. Storage Products must be stored at a dry and clean place. They must be protected from influence of corrosive environment, vibration and exposure to direct sunlight. 5 Approvals General...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual Weather protection cover When the measuring device is used outdoor, the use of the weather protection cover is recommended. It protects the device from all atmospheric influences such as: • • • • rain water condensation of water excessively high temperatures due to insulation excessively low temperatures in winter Material: PE, weathering and temperature stable Not available for housing version d and de. For use in Hazardous Locations: only permitted for Category 3 (zone 22) or Division 2. Sliding sleeve Version...

Level limit switch Series VN 4000 Technical Information / Instruction manual General Safety Instructions Process pressure Improper installation may result in loss of process pressure. Chemical resistance against the medium Materials of construction are chosen based on their chemical compatibility (or inertness) for general purposes. For exposure to specific environments, check with chemical compatibility charts before installing. Temperature range The range of the ambient and process temperature of the device must be observed (see page 8 and for Ex-approvals page 21) Mechanical load The...