VEGAFLEX 83

VEGAFLEX 83

VEGAFLEX 83

Product catalog summary
Overview
The VEGAFLEX 83 is a TDR sensor designed for continuous level and interface measurement of liquids, particularly suitable for aggressive liquids or those requiring high hygienic standards. It operates maintenance-free and provides reliable measurements even in challenging conditions such as steam, buildup, foam, or condensation.

Key Benefits
  • Simple and reliable setup through guided adjustment.
  • Hygienic design ensures easy cleaning.
  • Maintenance-free operation enhances plant efficiency.

Functionality
The sensor uses high-frequency microwave pulses guided along a probe. The time taken for the pulse to reflect back from the product surface is proportional to the liquid level.

Technical Specifications
  • Measuring Range: Cable probe up to 32 m (105 ft), Rod probe up to 4 m (13.12 ft).
  • Accuracy: ± 2 mm.
  • Process Fitting: Flanges from DN 25, 1", hygienic connections.
  • Process Pressure: -1 to +16 bar (-14.5 to +232 psig).
  • Process Temperature: -40 to +150 °C (-40 to +302 °F).
  • Operating Voltage: 9.6 to 35 V DC.

Materials and Housing
The instrument's wetted parts are fully PFA insulated. Housing options include plastic, stainless steel, or aluminum, with protection ratings up to IP 68.

Electronics and Approvals
Available in two-wire (4-20 mA/HART), four-wire, and digital versions (Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus). Approved for hazardous areas (ATEX, IEC) and various ship approvals.

Operation and Adjustment
Adjustment can be done via the PLICSCOM module, PC software (PACTware), HART communicator, or manufacturer-specific programs.

Additional Resources
Further information, including operating instructions and product details, can be found on the VEGA website. Tools for instrument selection and configuration are also available online.

Contact Information
VEGA's contact details and agency information are accessible on their homepage.
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Catalog excerpts

VEGAFLEX 83-1

Specification sheet 4 … 20 mA/HART - two-wire, PFA coated rod and cable probe TDR sensor for continuous level and interface measurement of liquids Technical data Measuring range ƲƲ Cable probe Measuring accuracy Process fitting Process pressure Process temperature Ambient, storage and transport temperature Operating voltage Application area With VEGAFLEX 83 you can measure aggressive liquids or liquid media with highest hygienic requirements essentially maintenance free. The sensor delivers precise and reliable measured values even in applications with steam, buildup, foam generation or condensation. VEGAFLEX 83 is a truly cost-effective and perfectly adapted solution for your measuring task. Your benefit • The guided adjustment enables a simple, time-saving and reliable setup Materials The wetted parts of the instrument are fully PFA insulated. You will find a complete overview of the available materials and seals in the "configurator" on our homepage at www.vega.com/configurator. Housing versions The housings are available as single chamber or double chamber version in plastic, stainless steel or aluminium. They are available with protection ratings up to IP 68 (1 bar). Electronics versions • The gap-free hygienic design ensures simplest and reliable cleanability The instruments are available in different electronics versions. Apart from the two-wire electronics with 4 … 20 mA/HART, a four-wire version and two purely digital versions with Profibus PA and Foundation Fieldbus are available. • The maintenance-free operation increases the efficiency of the plant High frequency microwave pulses are coupled onto a cable or rod and guided along the probe. The pulse is reflected by the product surface. The time from emission to reception of the signals is proportional to the level in the vessel. VEGA Grieshaber KG, Am Hohenstein 113, 77761 Schiltach/Germany, www.vega.com The instruments are suitable for use in hazardous areas and are approved e.g. according to ATEX and IEC. The instruments also have various ship approvals such as e.g. GL, LRS or ABS. You can find detailed information at

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VEGAFLEX 83-2

Specification sheet Operation The adjustment of the instrument is carried out via the optional display and adjustment module PLICSCOM or via a PC with the adjustment software PACTware and corresponding DTM. Further adjustment options are available via HART communicator as well as manufacturerspecific programs such as AMS™ or PDM. 1 Rod version with flange connection 2 Cable version with Clamp Information Electrical connection Electronics and terminal compartment, single chamber housing 1 2 3 4 Voltage supply/Signal output For display and adjustment module or interface adapter For external display...

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