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Contents
1 Measuring principle................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
2 Type overview.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
4 Selection criteria..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
6 Housing overview................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
7 Mounting................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
13 Adjustment............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
14 Dimensions............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Please note the Ex specific safety information that you can find at www.vega.com and that comes with each 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 sen-
sors must only be operated on intrinsically safe circuits. The permissible electrical values are stated in the certificate.
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Measuring principle
1 Measuring principle
Measuring principle VEGAPULS WL 61, 61, 62, 65, 66
Extremely short microwave pulses are transmitted by the antenna system
to the measured product, reflected by the product surface and received
back by the antenna system. The time from emission to reception of the
signals is proportional to the level in the vessel. A special time stretching
procedure ensures reliable and precise measurement of the extremely
short transmission periods and the conversion into level.
The radar sensors operate with low emitted power in the C and K band
frequency range.
Applications in liquids
Low frequency C band sensors are used for continuous level measure-
ment of liquids under difficult process conditions. They are suitable for
applications in storage tanks, process vessels or standpipes and can be
used universally thanks to the different antenna versions.
The high frequency K band sensors are universally implementable for
continuous level measurement of liquids. They are suitable for level
measurement in storage containers, reactors and process vessels, even
under difficult process conditions. With the various antenna versions and
materials, they are the optimal solution for almost all applications and
processes.
The high frequency W band sensors are suitable for continuous level
measurement of liquids. The small process fittings offer particular ad-
vantages in small tanks or tight mounting spaces. The very good signal
focusing ensures the use in vessels with many installations such as stir-
rers and heating spirals.
Advantages
Non-contact radar technology is characterized by extremely high accura-
cy. The measurement is influenced neither by fluctuating product features
nor by changing process conditions such as temperature and pressure.
Input variable
The measured quantity is the distance between process fitting of the sen-
sor and product surface. Depending on the sensor version, the reference
plane is the seal surface on the hexagon or the lower side of the flange.
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3
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4
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Type overview
2 Type overview
Applications Water processing, pump stations, storm Corrosive liquids in small vessels under Storage tanks and process vessels under
water overflow tank, flow measurement in easy process conditions extremely difficult process conditions
open flumes and level monitoring
Max. measuring range 15m (49.21ft) 35m (114.8ft) 35m (114.8ft)
Antenna/Material Plastic horn antenna Plastic horn antenna/completely PVDF Horn antenna or standpipe antenna
encapsulated "/316L
Process fitting/Material Thread G1/PBT or mounting strap/316L Thread G1/PVDF, mounting strap/316L Thread G1/316L according to DIN 3852-
or flange/PP A or flange/316L, Alloy C22 (2.4602)
Process temperature -40+80C -40+80C -196+450C
-40+176F) (-40+176F) (-321+842F)
Process pressure -1+2bar/-100+200kPa -1+3bar/-100+300kPa -1+160bar/-100+16000kPa
(-14.5+29.0psi) (-14.5+43.5psi) (-14.5+2320psig)
Deviation 2mm 2mm 2mm
Frequency range K-band K-band K-band
Signal output 420mA/HART - two-wire 420mA/HART - two-wire
Profibus PA 420mA/HART - four-wire
Foundation Fieldbus Profibus PA
Foundation Fieldbus
Modbus and Levelmaster protocol
Indication/Adjustment PACTware PLICSCOM
VEGADIS 62 PACTware
VEGADIS 81
VEGADIS 62
Approvals ATEX ATEX
IEC IEC
Shipbuilding
Overfill protection
FM
CSA
EAC (Gost)
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Type overview
Aggressive liquids under extremely dif- Liquids under extremely difficult pro- Aggressive liquids under easy process Storage tanks and process vessels
ficult process conditions cess conditions conditions under extremely difficult process con-
ditions
35m (114.83ft) 30m (98.43ft) 35m (114.83ft) 35m (114.83ft)
Completely encapsulated antenna sys- Thread with integrated horn antenna/ Rod antenna, PVDF or PTFE encapsu- Horn antenna or standpipe antenna
tem/PTFE, PFA or PVDF PEEK and 316L, plastic horn antenna/ lated, PFA plated 2", 316L
PP, flange with encapsulated antenna
system/PTFE and PFA
Flange or hygienic fitting/316L, Alloy Mounting strap/316L, thread/316L, Thread G1 according to DIN3852-A/ Flange/316L, Alloy C22 (2.4602)
400 (2.4360) flange/316L, hygienic fittings/316L PVDF or 316L, flange/PTFE-plated
-196+200C (-321+392F) -40+200C (-40+392F) -40+150C (-40+302F) -60+400C (-76+752F)
-1+16bar/-100+1600kPa -120bar/-1002000kPa -1+16bar/-100+1600kPa -1+160bar/-100+16000kPa
(-14.5+232psig) (-14.5290.1psig) (-14.5+232psig) (-14.5+2321psi)
2mm 2mm 8mm 8mm
K-band W-band C-band C-band
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Instruments and applications
VEGAPULS 61
The VEGAPULS 61 is a sensor for continuous level measurement of
liquids under simple process conditions. Due to its simple and versatile
mounting options, VEGAPULS 61 offers a truly cost-effective solution.
The encapsulated antenna system ensures maintenance-free operation.
The version with encapsulated antenna system is particularly suitable
for level measurement of aggressive liquids in small vessels. The version
with plastic horn antenna is particularly suitable for flow measurement in
open flumes or gauge measurement of open waters.
VEGAPULS 62
VEGAPULS 62 is a universally implementable sensor for continuous lev-
el measurement of liquids. It is suitable for level measurement in storage Fig. 9: Level measurement in vessels with conical bottom
containers, reactors and process vessels, even under difficult process
conditions. With its various antenna versions and materials, VEGAPULS
62 is the optimal solution for almost all applications and processes. Its Measurement in a surge pipe
wide temperature and pressure range makes project planning simple. By using a surge pipe in the vessel, influences from internal vessel instal-
lations and turbulence can be excluded. Under these prerequisites, the
The version with horn antenna is particularly suitable for storage tanks measurement of products with low dielectric values (r value 1.6) is
and process vessels for measurement of products like solvents, hydro- possible. In very adhesive products, measurement in a surge pipe is not
carbons and fuels. The version with parabolic antenna is particularly recommended.
suitable for measurement of products with low r value at large measur-
ing distances.
VEGAPULS 63 1 1
The VEGAPULS 63 is a sensor for continuous level measurement of
aggressive liquids or liquids with hygienic requirements. It is suitable
2 2
for applications in storage tanks, process vessels, dosing vessels and 3
reactors. The encapsulated antenna system of VEGAPULS 63 protects 3
against pollution and ensures continuous, maintenance-free operation.
Front-flush mounting ensures optimum cleanability even in case of the 4
most stringent hygienic requirements.
100%
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VEGAPULS 64
The VEGAPULS 64 is a radar sensor for continuous level measurement 6
of liquids.
Special advantages result from the small process fittings for small tanks
and the very good focussing in applications in large tanks. This is made 8
possible by the high emitting frequency of 80GHz with an especially 7
small beam angle.
VEGAPULS 65
The VEGAPULS 65 is a radar sensor for continuous measurement of
liquids under simple process conditions. It is particularly suitable for level 9
measurement in vessels with small process fittings and simple process
conditions. The slim rod antenna allows installation in small vessel open- 0%
ings.
VEGAPULS 66
The VEGAPULS 66 is a radar sensor for continuous level measurement Fig. 10: Configuration surge pipe
of liquids under difficult process conditions. It is suitable for applications 1 Radar sensor
in storage tanks, process vessels or standpipes. VEGAPULS 66 can be 2 Polarisation marking
used universally thanks to its different antenna versions. 3 Thread or flange on the instrument
4 Vent hole
5 Holes
Application areas 6 Weld joint
The radar sensors of the VEGAPULS series described in this manual 7 Welding neck flange
are used for non-contact level measurement of liquids. They measure all 8 Ball valve with complete opening
kinds of liquids, even under high pressure and at extreme temperatures. 9 Fastening of the surge pipe
The sensors can be used in simple but also aggressive liquids and are
Flow measurement
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Instruments and applications
3 ... 4 hmax 1
90
90
hmax
2 x hmax
2 3 4
Fig. 11: Flow measurement with rectangular overflow: dmin. minimum distance of the
sensor; hmax. = max. filling of the rectangular overflow
1 Overflow orifice (side view)
2 Headwater
3 Tailwater
4 Overfall orifice (view from tailwater)
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Selection criteria
4 Selection criteria
VEGAPULS
WL 61 61 62 63 64 65 66
Vessel Small vessels
Storage tanks
Process vessels
Process Simple process conditions
Extremely difficult process conditions
Aggressive liquids
Bubble or foam generation
Wave movements at the surface
Steam or condensation
Buildup
Flow measurement
Installation Front flush installation
Threaded fittings
Flange connections
Hygienic fittings
Mounting strap
Antenna Antenna extension
Standpipe antenna
Narrow transmission lobe
Measurement in a bypass tube or surge pipe
Rinsing air connection
Suitability for industry-specific Chemical
applications
Power generation
Foodstuffs
Metal production
Offshore
Paper
Petrochemical
Pharmaceutical
Shipbuilding
Environment and recycling industry
Water, waste water
Cement industry
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Measuring range dimensioning
VEGAPULS 62 DN50 (antenna DN80 (antenna DN50 (antenna DN80 (antenna DN50 (antenna DN80 (antenna
48mm) 75mm) 48mm) 75mm) 48mm) 75mm)
DN100 (antenna DN100 (antenna DN100 (antenna
95mm) 95mm) 95mm)
VEGAPULS 63 DN50 DN80, DN100 DN50 DN80, DN100 DN50 DN80, DN100
Dielectric constant <3 up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft) up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft) up to 10m (32.81ft) up to 20m (65.62ft)
Dielectric constant 310 up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft) up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft) up to 10m (32.81ft) up to 20m (65.62ft)
Dielectric constant >10 up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft) up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft) up to 20m (65.62ft) up to 35m (114.83ft)
Measurement tubes
Applications Surge pipe Bypass
1)
Free radiating radar possible, however, guided radar is recommended as there is less influence from bypass openings.
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Housing overview
6 Housing overview
Plastic PBT
Aluminium
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Mounting
7 Mounting
Installation position Acid tank
The sensor is mounted in a position which is at least 200mm (7.874in)
away from the vessel wall. If the sensor is installed in the center of dished
or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise. However, these can be
suppressed by an appropriate adjustment.
> 200 mm
(7.87")
Mounting examples
The following illustrations show mounting examples and measurement
setups for the individual sensors.
Pump shaft
Fig. 26: Level measurement in an acid tank with VEGAPULS 61
61 %
A non-contact measuring principle is particularly suitable for level meas-
urement in acid tanks.
VEGAPULS 61 is characterised by a small process fitting and a PVDF
encapsulated antenna. The sensor is insensitive to temperature fluctua-
tions and gas phases.
Reactor
For the production of resins, different basic substances are mixed with
solvents and a reaction is caused by adding process heat.
Non-contact measurement with the radar sensor VEGAPULS 62 is ideal
for use in the production of reaction products. Since the measurement
is performed without direct contact to the medium, virtually no buildup
forms on the sensor.
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Mounting
Process vessels
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Electronics - 420mA/HART - two-wire
voltage:
Lower output voltage of the power supply unit under nominal load
(e.g. with a sensor current of 20.5mA or 22mA in case of fault)
Influence of additional instruments in the circuit (see load values in
(+)1 2(-) 3
chapter "Technical data" of the operating instructions of the respec-
tive instrument) 1
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Electronics - 420mA/HART - four-wire
Voltage supply
If a reliable separation is required, the power supply and the current
output are transmitted over separate two-wire connection cables.
Operating voltage with version for low voltage
9.648VDC, 2042VAC, 50/60Hz
Operating voltage with version for mains voltage
90253VAC, 50/60Hz
Connection cable
The 420mA current output is connected with standard two-wire
cable without screen. If electromagnetic interference is expected which
is above the test values of EN61326 for industrial areas, screened cable
should be used.
For power supply, an approved installation cable with PE conductor is
required.
4...20mA
common
IS GND
passive
active
power supply
(+)1 2(-) 5 6 7 8
/L
/N
PE
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Electronics - Profibus PA
10 Electronics - Profibus PA
Configuration of the electronics Connection, double chamber housing
The plug-in electronics is mounted in the electronics compartment of the 2
instrument and can be exchanged by the user when servicing is required.
The electronics is completely encapsulated to protect against vibration
and moisture.
The terminals for voltage supply as well as the plug with IC interface for Bus
3
parameter adjustment are located on the upper side of the electronics. In
the double-chamber housing, these connection elements are located in
the separate terminal compartment. (+)1 2(-) 5 6 7 8 4
Voltage supply 1
The voltage supply is provided by a Profibus DP /PA segment coupler.
Specifications of the voltage supply: Fig. 37: Terminal compartment, double chamber housing
Operating voltage 1
2
Voltage supply, signal output
For display and adjustment module or interface adapter
932VDC
3 For external display and adjustment unit
Max. number of sensors per DP/PA segment coupler 4 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
32
Wire assignment connection cable VEGAPULS WL 61
Connection cable
Connection is carried out with screened cable according to Profibus
specification. 1
Make sure that the entire installation is carried out according to the Profi-
bus specification. In particular, make sure that the bus is terminated with
suitable terminating resistors.
2
Fig. 38: Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable
Cable screening and grounding 1 Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system
In systems with potential equalisation, connect the cable screen directly 2 Shielding
to ground potential at the power supply unit, in the connection box and
at the sensor. The screen in the sensor must be connected directly to
the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal outside on the housing
must be connected to the potential equalisation (low impedance).
In systems without potential equalisation, connect the cable screen di-
rectly to ground potential on the power supply unit and the sensor. In the
connection box or T-distributor, the screen of the short stub to the sensor
may not be connected to ground potential or to another cable screen.
Connection
Single chamber housing
2
3
0 901 901
78
78
23
23
4
1
0 45 6 45 6
Bus
(+)1 2(-) 5 6 7 8 5
1
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Electronics - Foundation Fieldbus
Operating voltage 1
2
Voltage supply, signal output
For display and adjustment module or interface adapter
932VDC
3 For external display and adjustment unit
max. number of sensors 4 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen
32
Wire assignment connection cable VEGAPULS WL 61
Connection cable
Connection is carried out with screened cable according to Fieldbus
specification. 1
Make sure that the entire installation is carried out according to the Field-
bus specification. In particular, make sure that the bus is terminated with
suitable terminating resistors.
2
Fig. 41: Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable
Cable screening and grounding 1 Brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing system
In systems with potential equalisation, connect the cable screen directly 2 Shielding
to ground potential at the power supply unit, in the connection box and
at the sensor. The screen in the sensor must be connected directly to
the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal outside on the housing
must be connected to the potential equalisation (low impedance).
In systems without potential equalisation, connect the cable screen di-
rectly to ground potential on the power supply unit and the sensor. In the
connection box or T-distributor, the screen of the short stub to the sensor
may not be connected to ground potential or to another cable screen.
Connection
Single chamber housing
2
3
0
4
1
0
Bus
(+)1 2(-) 5 6 7 8 5
1
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Electronics - Modbus, Levelmaster protocol
Voltage supply
Power supply via the Modbus host (RTU)
Operating voltage
830VDC
max. number of sensors
32
Connection cable
The instrument is connected with standard two-wire, twisted cable suit-
able for RS485. If electromagnetic interference is expected which is
above the test values of EN61326 for industrial areas, screened cable
should be used.
For power supply, a separate two-wire cable is required.
Make sure that the entire installation is carried out according to the Field-
bus specification. In particular, make sure that the bus is terminated with
suitable terminating resistors.
Connection
Double chamber housing
1
USB MODBUS
IS GND
D1 (-)
D0 (+)
power supply
4 3
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Adjustment
13 Adjustment
13.1 Adjustment on the measurement loop PACTware is an adjustment software for configuration, parameter adjust-
ment, documentation and diagnosis of field devices. The corresponding
Via the display and adjustment module through keys device drivers are called DTMs.
The plug-in display and adjustment module is used for measured value
indication, adjustment and diagnosis. It is equipped with an illuminated 13.2 Operation in the measurement loop environ-
full dot matrix as well as four keys for adjustment.
ment - wireless via Bluetooth
Via a smartphone/tablet
The display and adjustment module with integrated Bluetooth functional-
ity allows wireless connection to smartphones/tablets with iOS or Android
operating system. The adjustment is carried out via the VEGA Tools app
from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Fig. 43: Display and adjustment module with single chamber housing
Fig. 44: Display and adjustment module - with adjustment via magnetic pen 2
2 Sensor directly to the sensor electronics. VEGADIS 82 is looped directly into the
3 USB cable to the PC signal cable at any point.
4 PC with PACTware/DTM
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Adjustment
3
4
5
Fig. 51: Transmission of measured values and remote parameter adjustment of the
sensor via mobile phone network.
4
1
13.5 Alternative adjustment programs
Fig. 48: Connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
DD adjustment programs
2 Sensor Device descriptions as Enhanced Device Description (EDD) are available
3 Connection cable sensor - external display and adjustment unit for DD adjustment programs such as, for example, AMS and PDM.
4 External display and adjustment unit The files can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under "Soft-
5 Display and adjustment module
ware".
1
Fig. 49: Connection of VEGADIS 82 to the sensor
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 External display and adjustment unit
3 Display and adjustment module
4 420mA/HART signal cable
5 Sensor
4
3
2
6
1
Fig. 50: Connection of VEGADIS 82 to the sensor, adjustment via PC with PACT-
ware
1 Voltage supply/Signal output sensor
2 External display and adjustment unit
3 VEGACONNECT
4 420mA/HART signal cable
5 Sensor
6 PC with PACTware/DTM
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Dimensions
14 Dimensions
Plastic housing VEGAPULS WL 61
~ 69 mm ~ 84 mm
(2.72") (3.31") G1 1/2
79 mm 79 mm
(3.11") (3.11")
M16x1,5
112 mm
112 mm
(4.41")
(4.41")
42,5 mm
(1.67")
M20x1,5/
NPT
M20x1,5/
1 NPT 2 72 mm
(2.84")
1 Single chamber housing
2 Double chamber housing 170 mm / 300 mm
(6.69" / 11.81")
300 mm
(11.81")
Aluminium housing 1
~ 116 mm ~ 87 mm
(4.57") (3.43")
86 mm 86 mm
(3.39") (3.39")
98 mm
(3.86")
M16x1,5
2
116 mm
(4.57")
120 mm
(4.72")
M20x1,5/ M20x1,5
NPT
15 mm
(0.59")
M20x1,5/ 75 mm
1 NPT 2 (2.95")
115 mm
1 Single chamber housing (4.53")
2 Double chamber housing
Fig. 55: Dimensions VEGAPULS
Stainless steel housing 1 Mounting strap
2 Combi compression flange
~ 59 mm ~ 69 mm ~ 87 mm
(2.32") (2.72") (3.43")
80 mm 86 mm
79 mm
VEGAPULS 61
(3.15") (3.39")
(3.11")
M16x1,5
117 mm
120 mm
112 mm
(4.61")
(4.72")
(4.41")
M20x1,5/
NPT
3
M20x1,5/ M20x1,5/
NPT 1 2 3
170 mm / 300 mm
NPT
(6.69" / 11.81")
1 Single chamber housing, electropolished
2 Single chamber housing, precision casting
2 Double chamber housing, precision casting
SW 50 mm
43 mm
(1.69")
(1.97")
G1 A
(3.07")
78 mm
98 mm
20 mm
(3.86")
(0.79")
19 mm
(0.75")
4
39 mm
(1.54")
1
15 mm
(0.59")
75 mm
(2.95")
115 mm
(4.53")
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Dimensions
VEGAPULS 62 VEGAPULS 64
37,5 mm
(1.4,8")
SW 36 mm
(1.42")
61 mm
(2.40")
89 mm
(3.50")
G
SW 46 mm
59,5 mm
(2.34")
(1.81")
24 mm
142 mm (5.59")
25 mm
(0.98")
G1 (0.94")
1
22 mm
(0.87")
45 mm
19 mm
(0.75")
(1.77")
102 mm
100 mm
(3.94")
(4.02")
45 mm
2 (1.77")
102 mm
(4.02")
3
40 mm
1 (1.58")
1 Flange version DN50
3 2 Flange version DN80
3 Clamp version 2"
VEGAPULS 65
2
1 Threaded version
2 Threaded version with temperature adapter up to 250C
3 Flange version
VEGAPULS 63
SW 50 mm
41 mm
(1.61")
(1.97")
94 mm (3.7")
2 mm (0.08")
G1 A 82 mm (3.23")
(0.87")
22 mm
40 mm
(1.58")
33 mm
(1.3")
270 mm (10.63")
120 mm (4.72")
99,5 mm (3.92")
99 mm (3.90")
163 mm (6.42")
352 mm (13.86")
33 mm
(1.3")
44 mm 64 mm
395 mm (15.55")
545 mm (21.46")
(1.73") (2.52")
1 3
75 mm
(2.95") 1
2
1 Threaded version G1
2 Flange version DN80
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Dimensions
VEGAPULS 66
82 mm
(3.23")
47 mm
(1.85")
8 mm
(0.32")
205 mm
(8.07")
75 mm
(2.95")
52 mm
(2.05")
145 mm
(5.71")
1 2
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Notes
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All statements concerning scope of delivery, application, practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information
available at the time of printing.
Subject to change without prior notice