Vibration limit switch

Dimensions

Vibracon LVL-M with polyester housing and process connection Goo

85

max. 76

max. 140

17.5

Vibracon LVL-M with aluminium housing and process connection with flange

max. 65 80 max. 60

max. 173

Vibracon LVL-M
Length L see process connections

21.5 L

10

Function
The Vibracon is a level limit switch for use in all liquids. with a temperature between -40 C and +150 C with a pressure up to 64 bar with a viscosity up to 10,000 mm/s with a density up to 0.5 g/cm. The function is not affected by flow, turbulence, bubbles, foam, vibration, bulk solids content or build-up, the Vibracon is thus the ideal replacement for float switches. Compact version, ideal for mounting in pipes (LVL-M1). With extension tube up to 3 m (LVL-M2). High corrision-resistant Alloy C4 (2.4610) is available for the vibration fork and process connection for applications in very aggressive liquids. Instruments with protection EEx ia and EEx d are available for use in explosion hazardous areas.

Features
Large selection of process connections: universal use Small dimensions of the vibrating fork and process connections ": for difficult to access areas Wide variety of electronic modules (e. g. relay, thyristor signal output): the right connection for every process control system No calibration: quick and low-cost start-up No mechanically moving parts: maintenance-free, no wear, long operating life Monitoring of the vibrating fork for damage: guaranteed function

Electrical connection
Example connection FEL52 (E5) 3-wire D.C. connection Other connection types see section electrical connections.
3-wire D.C. connection
FEL 52 (E2)

Preferably for use with memory programmable controls (PLC). Positive signal at the switch output of the electronics (PNP). Output blocked on reaching limit level.

3 (+)

0.5 A

e. g. relay PLC

max. 40.7

~25

L+

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Date of issue

U ... 10 ... 55 V

27.03.2002

Technical data

Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M

Vibracon LVL-M

Application Function principle Limit detection Maximum or minimum detection in tanks or pipelines containing all types of liquids including use in explosion hazardous areas and in foodstuff and pharmaceutical industries. The forks of the sensor vibrate at their intrinsic frequency. This frequency is reduced when covered with liquid. The change in frequency then activates the limit switch. Limit level (limit value) LVL-M1: specified by mounting point. LVL-M2: specified by length of the sensor with extension tube (max. 3000 mm/115 inch). Adjustment on the electronic insert > 0.5 g/cm3 or > 0.7 g/cm3 Switchable minimum/maximum closed circuit safety on the electronic insert Max. = Maximum fail-safe mode The relay is de-energised when the probe is covered or the power supply fails. Application e. g. for overspill protection Min. = Minimum fail-safe mode The relay is de-energised when the probe is free or the power supply fails. Application e. g. for dry-run protection approx. 0.5 s when covering the vibrating fork approx. 1.0 s when uncovering the vibrating fork When switching on the power supply the output assumes the alarm signal. After max. 2 s it assumes thre correct switching mode. Output FEL 51 (AC): 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz Output FEL 52 (E5): 10 ... 55 V DC Output FEL 54 (WA): 19 ... 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz or 19 ... 55 V DC Output FEL 55 (SI): 11 ... 36 V DC, PLC Output FEL 52 (E5): max. 0.83 W Output FEL 54 (WA): max. 1.3 W Output FEL 52 (E5): max. 15 mA Electronic inserts: cross section max. 2.5 mm2, lace in end splice in accordance with DIN 46228 Earth lead in housing: cross section max. 2.5 mm2 External equipotential bonding: cross section max. 4 mm2

Function and system design Measuring principle Input characteristics Measured variable Measurement range Medium density Output characteristics Faile-safe mode

Switching time Power up response Auxiliary energy Supply voltage

Power consumption Current consumption Cable connection

Operating conditions Mounting conditions Mounting position Ambient conditions Ambient temperature range -40 ... +70 C (-40 ... + 160 F) Permissible ambient temperature T 1 at the housing dependent on the product temperature T 2 in the vessel:
T1 T1 T1 70 C 50 C

LVL-M1: any position LVL-M2: with short pipe (up to 500 mm) any position, with long pipe vertical

*
T2 40 C 0 C 0 C 50 C 100 C 90 C 40 C 150 C T2

* additional temperature range for sensors with a temperature separator or pressure-tight bushing Ambient temperature limit Storage temperature range Climatic class
27.03.2002

-50 ... +70 C (-60 ... +160 F), function with reduced data values -50 ... +80 C (-60 ... +180 F) Climatic protection to IEC 68, part 2-38, Fig. 2a DIN EN 60529, IP66/67 to IEC 68, part 2-6 (10 ... 55 Hz, 0.15 mm, 100 cycles) Emitted interference to EN 61326, CLASS B equipment Interference immunity to EN 61326, annex A (industrial sector) and NAMUR EMC recommendation (NE 21) -40 ... +150 C (-40 ... +302 F), exceptions see process connections
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Protection class Vibration resistance Electromagnetic compatibility Process conditions Medium temperature range

Date of issue

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M

Technical data

Vibracon LVL-M Medium pressure range Process pressure limits Thermal shock State of aggregation Density Viscosity Bulk solids content Construction Design Dimensions LVL-M1: compact version LVL-M2: version with extension tube Housing: diameter max. 85 mm (3.3 inch), height max. 173 mm (6.8 inch), example Plastic housing Po
85 max. 76

-1 ... +64 bar (-14.5 ... 930 psi), over the entire temperature range, for exceptions see process connections Bursting pressure of membrane 200 bar (2900 psi) max. 120 C/s (max. 250 F/s) liquid min. 0.5 g/cm3 max. 10000 mm2/s (max. 10000cSt) max. 5 mm (max. 0.2 inch)

Length L see process connections

Temperature separator, pressure-tight bushing: additional length L 140 mm (5.5 inch) Process connection: length L 66.5 ... 69 mm (2.6 ... 2.7 inch) A, C, D, F, J, N
66.5
32

max. 140

G2o
66.5
41

G3o
69
32

N2o
(66.5) 50.5

N3o
41

R2o
(66.5)
32 41

R3o
(69) 50.5

Too
66.5

(69) 50.5

50.5

Extension: any length L from 148 ... 3000 mm (6 ... 115 inch), depending of the process connection
Thread: GA G1A Thread: NPT 1 NPT R R1 Flange and flange-like process connections

21.5 L 21.5

21.5

from seal surface of thread adapter

from lower edge of thread

Extension: length type II, for vertical installation from above same switching point as for Vibracon LVL1, LVL2

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Technical data

Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M

Vibracon LVL-M Vibration fork: width 17.5 mm, fork width 10 mm, max. length 40.7 mm

21.5

10

17.5

Weight Switch point

600 g, basic weight: compact version, electronic insert, steel housing, process connection GA Switch points on the sensor depend on the mounting location, iwith reference to water, density 1 g/cm3, 23 C, pe 0 bar.

max. 40.7

~25

w switch point
36 mm

Mounting from above

13 mm

4 mm

Mounting from below

Mounting from the side

Note: The switch points of the Vibracon LVL-M1, LVL-M2 are at other positions to those of the previous version LVL1, LVL2. Indication and operation Display elements
E

Electronic inserts FEL 51 (AC), FEL 52 (E5), FEL 54 (WA), FEL 55 (SI): green standby LED red LED for switch state indication is flashing in case of corrision failure on the sensor or in case of electronic error

Operating elements Certificates and approvals Ex approval Type of protection Overspill protection General information Conformity to standards

2 switches for safety and density switching see type code see type code Z-65.11-306 (overspill protection WHG) all products: EN 61010-1, EN 61326 selected products: KEMA 01 ATEX 2117 EN 61326 EN 61010-1 EN 50014 EN 50020 EN 50284 KEMA 01 ATEX 1089 EN 61326 EN 61010-1 EN 50014 EN 50020 EN 50284 KEMA 01 ATEX 1147 X EN 61326-1 EN 50081-1 EN 50082-1 EN 61010-1 EN 50014 EN 50020 EN 50284

Supplementary information Accessories Model number

www.pepperl-fuchs.com LVL-Z100, welded sleeve G LVL-Z101, welded sleeve G1 LVL-Z120, sliding sleeve for unpressurised operation G1A LVL-Z121, sliding sleeve for unpressurised operation G1A LVL-Z124, high pressure sliding sleeve G1A LVL-Z126, high pressure sliding sleeve G1A

Date of issue

27.03.2002

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M Electrical connection

Electronic insert FEL51 (AC)
2-wire-A.C. connection

Technical data

FEL 51 (AC)

Always connect in series with the load! Check the following: the residual current in the blocked state (up to 3.8 mA). that for low voltage the voltage across the load is such that the minimum terminal voltage at the electronic insert (19 V) when blocked is not too low. the voltage drop across the electronic insert when open is observed (up to 12 V). that a relay cannot de-energise with a retaining current below 3.8 mA. If this is the case, a resistor should be connected parallel to the relay.

min. 19 V

1A

external load
L1 N N PE

U~ max. 253 V, 50/60 Hz

Electronic insert FEL 52 (E5)

3-wire-D.C. connection
FEL 52 (E2)

Preferably for use with memory programmable controls (PLC). Positive signal at the switch output of the electronics (PNP). Output blocked on reaching limit level.

3 (+)

0.5 A

e. g. relay PLC

L+

U ... 10 ... 55 V

Electronic insert FEL 54 (WA)

A.C.-D.C. connection with relay output
FEL 54 (WA)

Auxiliary energy: Note the differences in voltage for DC/AC. Output: When connecting an instrument with high inductance, provide a spark arrester to protect the relay contact. A fine-wire fuse (depending on the load connected) protects the relay contact on short-circuiting. Both relay contacts switch simultaneously.

0.5 A

L1

PE

L+ L U~ 19 ... 253 V, 50/60 Hz U 19 ... 55 V

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M

Electrical connection
Electronic insert FEL 55 (SI)
2-wire connection for separates switching unit For use with memory programmable controls (PLC). Output signal jump from high to low current on limit level. (H-L edge)
FEL 55 (SI)

EEx ia E X

Explosion hazardous area Non explosion hazardous area

I E X

U ... 11 ... 36 V

e. g. PLC

Date of issue

27.03.2002

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M Type code/model number

L V L M

Technical data

Specification of length without unit for design M2 Certificates NA WH EB E2 E3 EC FI CI CG NA Z3 Version for non-hazardous areas Overspill protection WHG II 1/2G, EEx ia IIC T6, overspill protection WHG II 1/2G, EEx ia IIC T6 II 1/2G, EEx d IIC T6 II 1/2G, EEx d IIC T6, overspill protection WHG FM IS CI I,II,III Div1 Group AG CSA IS CI I,II,III Div1 Group AG CSA General Purpose

Optional equipment without optional equipment 3.1.B material, wetted parts 1.4435, inspection certificate EN 10204, acc. to specification 52005759 Electronic insert AC E5 WA SI A1 A4 E1 E4 P1 P4 Design M1 Design M1 Design M2 Design M2 Design M2 Design M2 Design M2 Design M2 Design M2 Design M2 A31 A41 A51 A61 A6C A81 F55 F65 F75 F85 F95 FA5 D51 C51 D71 C71 D95 C95 DA3 CA3 N21 N2C N31 N3C G21 G2C G31 G3C G3E T51 T61 XXX Design M1 M2 Compact design Extended design (148 mm/6 inch ... 3000 mm/115 inch) AA IA BB BE DB DE JB JE LB LE FEL 51, contactless 2-wire switch, 19 ... 253 V AC FEL 52, PNP 3-wire, 10 ... 55 V DC FEL 54, potential-free change-over contact, DPDT, 19 ... 253 V AC, 19 ... 55 V DC FEL 55, 8/16 mA, 11 ... 36 V DC

Housing, cable entry Aluminium housing, IP66, cable gland M20 Aluminium housing, IP66, connector M12 x 1 Stainless steel housing (1.4301/304L), IP66, cable gland M20 Stainless steel housing (1.4301/304L), IP66, connector M12 x 1 Polyester housing, IP66, cable gland M20 Polyester housing, IP66, connector M12 x 1

Length, temperature separator, pressure-tight bushing Compact design, Ra < 3.2 mm/80 grit 66 mm/2.6 with temperature separator mm L 1.4435/316L, Ra < 3.2 mm mm L Alloy C4/2.4610, Ra < 3.2 mm Length type II, 1.4435/316L, Ra < 3.2 mm, switch point = Vibracon compact Length type II, Alloy C4/2.4610, Ra < 3.2 mm, switch point = Vibracon compact mm L 1.4435/316L, with temperature separator mm L Alloy C4/2.4610, with temperature separator Length type II, 1.4435/316L, with temperature separator Length type II, Alloy C4/2.4610, with temperature separator, switch point = Vibracon compact

Process connection and material ANSI 1 150 lbs RF, 1.4435/316L ANSI 1 150 lbs RF, 1.4435/316L ANSI 1 150 lbs RF, 1.4435/316L ANSI 2 150 lbs RF, 1.4435/316L ANSI 2 150 lbs RF, Alloy C4 platinised ANSI 3 150 lbs RF, 1.4435/316L DN32 PN40 Form B, 1.4435/316L DN40 PN40 Form B, 1.4435/316L DN50 PN40 Form B, 1.4435/316L DN65 PN40 Form B, 1.4435/316L DN80 PN40 Form B, 1.4435/316L DN100 PN40 Form B, 1.4435/316L DN32 PN6 Form C, 1.4435/316L, sealing strip DN32 PN6 Form C, Alloy C4/2.4610 platinised DN50 PN6 Form C, 1.4435/316L, sealing strip DN50 PN6 Form C, Alloy C4/2.4610 platinised DN80 PN40 Form C, 1.4435/316L, sealing strip DN80 PN40 Form C, Alloy C4/2.4610 platinised DN100 PN16 Form C, 1.4435/316L, sealing strip DN100 PN16 Form C, Alloy C4/2.4610 platinised NPT, 1.4435/316L NPT, Alloy C4/2.4610 1 NPT, 1.4435/316L 1 NPT, Alloy C4/2.4610 G BSP, 1.4435/316L G BSP, Alloy C4/2.4610 G1 BSP, 1.4435/316L G1 BSP, Alloy C4/2.4610 G1 BSP, 1.4435/316L mounting for welding adapter 1 Triclamp ISO 2852 1.4435/316L Special version 2 Triclamp ISO 2852 1.4435/316L Design M2

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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Date of issue

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Technical data

Vibration limit switch Vibracon LVL-M

Date of issue

27.03.2002

Subject to reasonable modifications due to technical advances.

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