VEGAPULS 42
Compact radar sensor for continuous level measurement
For simple to moderate measurement tasks in factory automation
Application area
From ¾” thread, universal connection G1″ for hygiene adapter, three-wire: IO-Link, PNP/NPN, 4 … 20 mA (active), hygiene approval, coloured 360° status display
VEGAPULS 42 is the ideal sensor for non-contact level measurement of liquids and bulk solids in simple to moderate applications. The optional universal connection for hygienic adapters ensures reduced installation effort and leaner stock-keeping and perfectly fulfils the requirements for hygienic processes in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. With IO-Link, it offers continuous digital data transmission.
Your benefit
- Coloured 360° status display, adjustable
- Easy integration into control systems through IO-Link communication
- Maintenance-free operation due to non-contact 80 GHz radar technology
Technical specifications
Measuring range – Distance
- 15 m [Meter – Foot]
Process temperature
- -40 … 130 °C [°C – °F]
Process pressure
- -1 … 16 bar [Bar – kPa – psi]
Accuracy
- ± 2 mm
Frequency
- 80 GHz
Beam angle
- ≥ 12°
Materials, wetted parts
- PTFE
- 316L
- PEEK
Threaded connection
- ≥ G¾, ≥ ¾ NPT
Hygenic fittings
- Universal connection G1″ for hygiene adapter
Seal material
- EPDM
- FKM
- FFKM
Housing material
- Plastic
- Stainless steel
Protection rating
- IP66/IP67
- IP66/IP67/IP69
Output
- Three-wire (PNP/NPN, 4 … 20 mA)
- IO-Link
Ambient temperature
- -40 … 70 °C
Approvals
Foodstuffs/Pharma
- 3A
- EHEDG
- FDA
Display & adjustment
Adjustment
- Smartphone / Tablet / PC via Bluetooth
- PC, PACTware and DTM, IODD
Indication
- Graphic-capable clear text indication with background lighting
- 360° status display
