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Vega POINTRAC 31 Operating Instructions Manual
Summary of POINTRAC 31
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Operating instructions radiation-based sensor for level detection pointrac 31 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire with sil qualification document id: 43388.
Page 2: Contents
2 contents pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 contents 1 about this document ............................................................................................................... 4 1.1 function ...............................................................................
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3 contents pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 9.4 exchanging the electronics module ................................................................................ 50 9.5 software update ...............................................................................................
Page 4: 1 About This Document
4 1 about this document pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 1 about this document 1.1 function this operating instructions manual provides all the information you need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance, fault rectification, the ex...
Page 5: 2 For Your Safety
5 2 for your safety pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 2 for your safety 2.1 authorised personnel all operations described in this documentation must be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant operator. During work on and with the device the requi...
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6 2 for your safety pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 2.5 eu conformity the device fulfils the legal requirements of the applicable eu direc- tives. By affixing the ce marking, we confirm the conformity of the instrument with these directives. You can find the eu conformity decl...
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7 2 for your safety pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 modification of the default sensor pin authentication by means of the sensor pin is only possible after the default sensor pin " 0000 " has been changed in the sensor by the user. 2.8 installation and operation in the usa and...
Page 8: 3 Product Description
8 3 product description pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 3 product description 3.1 configuration the type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: 2 1 9 10 4 5 3 6 7 8 9 9 11 fig. 1: layout of the type label (example) 1 instrument typ...
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9 3 product description pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 this operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions: • hardware from 1.0.6 • software from 2.0.0 the instrument is available in different electronics versions. Each ver- sion can be identified ...
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10 3 product description pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 to this end, make use of our planning service for an optimum layout of the measurement and selection of the isotope. This applies particu- larly to sil applications. Due to the physical properties of the radioactive radi...
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11 3 product description pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 • avoiding mechanical shock and vibration • storage and transport temperature see chapter " supplement - technical data - ambient conditions " • relative humidity 20 … 85 % with instrument weights of more than 18 kg (39....
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12 3 product description pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 the electronics module pt30… is a replacement part for radiation- based sensors pointrac 31. The electronics module can only be exchanged by vega service technician. The radiation-based sensor has temperature limits whic...
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13 3 product description pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 when handling radioactive sources, unnecessary radiation exposure must be avoided. An unavoidable radiation exposure must be kept as low as possible. Take note of the following three important measures: 1 2 3 fig. 2: mea...
Page 14: 4 Mounting
14 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 4 mounting 4.1 general instructions the source container is part of the measuring system. In case the source container is already equipped with an active isotope, the source container must be locked before mounting. Danger: before ...
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15 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 metric threads in the case of instrument housings with metric thread, the cable glands are screwed in at the factory. They are sealed with plastic plugs as transport protection. You have to remove these plugs before electrical conn...
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16 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 2 1 fig. 3: mounting position - level detection - version with detector tube 1 vertical mounting 2 mounting horizontally, at right angles to container.
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17 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 3 2 1 fig. 4: mounting position - level detection - version without detector tube 1 horizontal mounting 2 vertical mounting 3 mounting horizontally, at right angles to container you can find information on protective barriers and t...
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18 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 1 2 3 4 fig. 5: mounting clamp 1 screw m8 x 80 2 hinge bolt clamp 3 detector tube 4 console 1. Determine the exact mounting position of the mounting clamp and mark the holes. Drill appropriate holes (max. M12) for fastening the mou...
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19 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 fig. 6: pointrac 31 as max. Level detection (uncovered) level detection - min. Detection fig. 7: pointrac 31 as min. Level detection (covered).
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20 4 mounting pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 fig. 8: pointrac 31 as level detection (top view) pointrac 31 lends itself well for level detection of bulk solids with low density. Mount the instrument horizontally at the height of the requested switching point. Mount the source...
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21 5 connecting to power supply pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 5 connecting to power supply 5.1 preparing the connection always keep in mind the following safety instructions: warning: connect only in the complete absence of line voltage. • the electrical connection must only...
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22 5 connecting to power supply pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 you have to remove these plugs before electrical connection. Npt thread in the case of instrument housings with self-sealing npt threads, it is not possible to have the cable entries screwed in at the factory. The...
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23 5 connecting to power supply pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 1. Unscrew the big housing cover 2. Loosen compression nut of the cable gland and remove blind plug 3. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip approx. 1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of th...
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24 5 connecting to power supply pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 information: the terminal blocks are pluggable and can be detached from the electronics. To do this, loosen the two lateral locking levers of the terminal block with a small screwdriver. When loosening the locking...
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25 5 connecting to power supply pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 instruments with intrinsically safe current output you can find detailed information on the explosion-protected versions (ex-ia, ex-d) in the ex-specific safety instructions. These safety instructions are part of ...
Page 26: 6 Functional Safety (Sil)
26 6 functional safety (sil) pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 6 functional safety (sil) 6.1 objective in case of dangerous failures, processing facilities and machines can cause risks for persons, environment and property. The risk of such failures must be judged by the plant o...
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27 6 functional safety (sil) pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 • 4 … 20 ma current output 6.4 safety concept of the parameterization the following tools are permitted for parameterization of the safety function: • the integrated display and adjustment unit for on-site adjustment...
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28 6 functional safety (sil) pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 all parameters changed by the operator are marked automatically so that they can verified in the next step. For the verification the pin must be entered first and a comparison of two character strings must be carried...
Page 29: Module
29 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 7 set up with the display and adjustment module 7.1 insert display and adjustment module the display and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed again at any time. It is no...
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30 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 7.2 adjustment system 1 2 fig. 15: display and adjustment elements 1 lc display 2 adjustment keys • [ok] key: – move to the menu overview – confirm selected menu – edit parameter – save value • ...
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31 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 1 2 4 5 3 fig. 16: display and adjustment elements - with adjustment via magnetic pen 1 lc display 2 magnetic pen 3 adjustment keys 4 bluetooth symbol 5 lid with inspection window when the [+] a...
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32 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 keep the entered pin number in mind. Operation of the sensor is only possible with this pin number. Caution: when the sensor is locked, adjustment via pactware/dtm as well as other systems is al...
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33 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 additional adjustments: instrument unit, reset, date/time, copying function info: instrument name, hardware and software version, date of manu- facture, instrument features check if the correct ...
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34 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 lifetime of the gamma emitter - an annual recalibration is not neces- sary. Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys, save your settings with [ok] and jump to the next menu item w...
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35 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 with single point adjustment, you have to define the difference between the min. And max. Adjustment points (delta i) yourself during the following setup. This menu item appears only if you have...
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36 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 hence a percentage value of 90 % for the delta i value is recom- mended. You select lower values for sensitive detection of material cones or buildup which cause only partial absorption of the r...
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37 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 you can let the adjustment point be determined by pointrac 31. In this menu item you can activate or deactivate the current output. The pointrac 31 checks if with activated current output there ...
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38 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 make sure that you have selected the correct characteristics. See menu item " setup - current output mode ". With this menu item you safeguard the sensor parameters against unauthorized or unint...
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39 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 if the described process of parameter adjustment was run through completely and correctly, the instrument will be locked and hence ready for operation. Otherwise the instrument remains in the re...
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40 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 • temperature - min./max./actually here, you can retrieve the adjustment value of the sensor. This is the percentage value of the max. Pulse rate at which the sensor switches over. If you have c...
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41 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 information: the simulation is automatically terminated 10 minutes after the last pressing of a key. The sensor calculates a suitable integration time automatically. Additional adjustments in th...
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42 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 menu menu item default value setup measurement loop name sensor isotope cs-137 application limit level adjustment mode single point adjustment adjustment - uncovered 90000 ct/s adjustment - cove...
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43 7 set up with the display and adjustment module pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 • load parameter adjustment data from the sensor into the display and adjustment module • write parameter adjustment data from the display and adjustment module into the sensor the copied data a...
Page 44: 8 Setup With Pactware
44 8 setup with pactware pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 8 setup with pactware 8.1 connect the pc 2 1 3 fig. 17: connection of the pc directly to the sensor via the interface adapter 1 usb cable to the pc 2 interface adapter vegaconnect 4 3 sensor information: the interface ad...
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45 8 setup with pactware pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 • voltage supply note: with power supply units with integrated hart resistance (internal resistance approx. 250 Ω), an additional external resistance is not necessary. This applies, e.G. To the vega instruments vegatrenn...
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46 8 setup with pactware pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 fig. 19: example of a dtm view all device dtms are available as a free-of-charge standard version and as a full version that must be purchased. In the standard version, all functions for complete setup are already includ...
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47 9 diagnostics and servicing pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 9 diagnostics and servicing 9.1 maintenance if the instrument is used correctly, no maintenance is required in normal operation. The corresponding source container must be checked in regular intervals. You can find...
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48 9 diagnostics and servicing pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 still valid. Plan in maintenance for the instrument because a failure is expected in the near future (e.G. Due to buildup). This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the user via pactware/d...
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49 9 diagnostics and servicing pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 code text message cause rectification f122 double address on the mul- tisensor communication bus • instrument addresse was assigned several times • change instrument addresses f123 x-ray alarm • external instrument...
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50 9 diagnostics and servicing pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 the first measures are: • evaluation of fault messages via the adjustment device • checking the output signal • treatment of measurement errors further comprehensive diagnostics options are available with a pc with...
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51 9 diagnostics and servicing pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 the new electronics module must be loaded with the default settings of the sensor. These are the options: • in the factory • on site by the service technician 9.5 software update the following components are requir...
Page 52: 10 Dismount
52 10 dismount pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 10 dismount 10.1 dismounting steps warning: before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such as e.G. Pressure in the vessel or pipeline, high temperatures, cor- rosive or toxic products etc. Take note of chapters ...
Page 53: 11 Supplement
53 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 11 supplement 11.1 technical data note for approved instruments the technical data in the respective safety instructions are valid for approved instruments (e.G. With ex approval). These data can differ from the data listed here...
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54 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 l fig. 21: data of the input variable l measuring range (range in which the switching point must lie) measuring range 46 mm (1.8 in), 152 mm (6 in) or 304 mm (12 in) analogue input Ʋ input type 4 … 20 ma, passive Ʋ internal load...
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55 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 switching voltage Ʋ min. 10 mv Ʋ max. 253 v ac, 253 v dc switching current Ʋ min. 10 µa Ʋ max. 3 a ac, 1 a dc breaking capacity Ʋ min. 50 mw Ʋ max. 750 va ac, 40 w dc if inductive loads or stronger currents are switched through,...
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56 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 vibration resistance 4) mechanical vibrations up to 1 g in the frequency range 5 … 200 hz electromechanical data - version ip 66/ip 67 cable entry Ʋ m20 x 1.5 2 x cable gland m20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 6 … 12 mm), 4 x blind plug m20 x ...
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57 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 Ʋ digital via the digital output signal (depending on the electron- ics version) range -40 … +50 °c (-40 … +122 °f) resolution accuracy ±5 k bluetooth interface (optional) standard bluetooth smart effective range 25 m (82.02 ft)...
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58 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 aluminium and stainless steel housing 242,5 mm (9.55") 54,5 mm (2.15") 9 mm (0.35") 9 mm (0.35") 175 mm (6.89") 90 mm (3.54") 100 mm (3.94") 143,5 mm (5.65") 169 mm (6.65") 116,5 mm (4.59") 119 mm (4.69") m20x1,5/ ½ npt fig. 22:...
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59 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 pointrac 31 with detector tube 22 mm (0.87") 36 mm (1.42") ø 76,2 mm (3") l 242,5 mm (9.55") fig. 23: pointrac 31 with detector tube - measuring length: 152 mm or 304 mm (6 in/12 in) l measuring range = order length 152 mm or 30...
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60 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 pointrac 31 - mounting example 220 mm (8.66") 70 mm (2.76") 101,6 mm (4.00") 195 mm (7.68") 152,5 mm (6.00") 127 mm (5.00") 51 mm (2.01") 14 mm (0.55") 183 mm (7.20") 38 mm (1.50") 38 mm (1.50") 23 mm (0.91") 14 mm (0.55") 54 mm...
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61 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 pointrac 31 - mounting example 220 mm (8.66") 111 mm (4.37") 101,6 mm (4.00") 195 mm (7.68") 152,5 mm (6.00") 127 mm (5.00") 51 mm (2.01") 14 mm (0.55") 183 mm (7.20") 100 mm (3.84") 38 mm (1.50") 38 mm (1.50") fig. 26: pointrac...
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62 11 supplement pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 11.3 industrial property rights vega product lines are global protected by industrial property rights. Further information see www.Vega.Com. Vega produktfamilien sind weltweit geschützt durch gewerbliche schutzrechte. Nähere inf...
Page 63: Index
63 index pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 index a accessories 12 – external indicating unit 11 adjustment – system 30 adjustment data 40 adjustment mode 34 adjustment point 35 application 34 b background radiation 34 c cable entry 15, 21 cable gland 15, 21 check signal 50 conne...
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64 index pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322 v voltage supply 21, 57 w water cooling 20
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65 notes pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322.
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66 notes pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322.
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67 notes pointrac 31 • 8/16 ma/hart - four-wire 43388-en-180322.
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Printing date: vega grieshaber kg am hohenstein 113 77761 schiltach germany 43388-en-180322 all statements concerning scope of delivery, application, practical use and operat - ing conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing. Subje...