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Vibration Limit Switch with Short Tube LVL-M4-B

Vibracon
LVL-M4-B
  • Vibration limit switch for liquids
  • Device with short tube
  • 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
  • Operation via push buttons and DIP switches on the electronic insert
  • Optional status and fault indication via LED module or via Bluetooth in the P+F Level app
  • Up to SIL 3 acc. to IEC/EN 61508
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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of  LVL-M4-B

General specifications
Function principlepoint level detection, maximum or minimum detection for liquids
Measuring methodThe change in vibration frequency causes the device to switch.
Construction typedevice with short tube
SeriesVibracon LVL-M4
Housingsingle compartment, aluminum, coated
single compartment, 316L, cast
single compartment, plastic
dual compartment, L-shape, aluminum, coated
Functional safety related parameters
Safety Integrity Level (SIL)SIL 3
Supply
Rated voltageelectronic insert FEL61: 19 ... 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz
electronic insert FEL62: 10 V DC ... 55 V DC
electronic insert FEL64: 19 V AC ... 253 V AC50/60 Hz / 19 V DC ... 55 V DC
electronic insert FEL64DC: 9 V DC ... 20 V DC
electronic insert FEL68: switch amplifier acc. to IEC 60947-5-6 (NAMUR)
Current consumptionelectronic insert FEL61: ≤ 3.8 mA
electronic insert FEL62: ≤ 10 mA, without load
Power consumptionelectronic insert FEL61: ≤ 2 VA
electronic insert FEL62: ≤ 0.5 W
electronic insert FEL64: ≤ 25 VA/< 1.3 W
electronic insert FEL64DC: < 1.0 W
electronic insert FEL68: acc. to IEC 60947-5-6 (NAMUR)
Interface
Interface typeBluetooth , optional
Detection rangemax. 25 m
Configurationcommissioning, operation and maintenance via P+F Level app
- can be activated/deactivated
- password encryption
Communicationencrypted
Input
Switching pointsee section switch point
Measured variablelimit level (limit value)
Measuring rangedepends on installation location and the tube extension
maxmum sensor length : 6 m
Output
Output typeelectronic insert FEL61: 2-wire with test button
electronic insert FEL62: 3-wire PNP with test button
electronic insert FEL64: relay DPDT with test button
electronic insert FEL64DC: relay DPDT with contact and test button
electronic insert FEL68: 2-wire NAMUR with test button
Switch behaviourswitch-over for minimum/maximum residual current safety on electronic insert
MAX = maximum safety:
The output switches to the power fail response when the fork is covered.
for use with overspill protection for example
MIN = minimum safety:
The output switches to the power fail response when the fork is exposed.
for use with dry running protection for example
Communicationconnection for LED module VU120 and Bluetooth module VU121 , optional
Bluetooth wireless technology , optional
Directive conformity
Electromagnetic compatibility
Directive 2014/30/EUEN 61326
Low voltage
Directive 2014/35/EUEN 61010-1
Conformity
Electromagnetic compatibilityNE 21
Degree of protectionIEC 60529 , NEMA 250
Shock resistanceIEC 60068-2-27
Vibration resistanceEN 60068-2-64
Climate classIEC 60068-2-38 test Z/AD
Corrosion resistanceacc. to ISA-71.04, severity level G3
Input characteristics
Medium densityadjustment on the electronic insert > 0,5 g/cm3 or > 0,7 g/cm3 (other on request)
Measurement accuracy
Reference operating conditionsambient temperature: 23 °C (73 °F)
process temperature: 23 °C (73 °F)
density: 1 g/cm3 (water)
medium viscosity: 1 mPa·s
process pressure: ambietn pressure/unpressurized
sensor installation: verticaly from above
density selection switch: > 0.7 g/cm3
switch direction of sensor: uncovered to covered
Maximum measured errormax. ± 1 mm
Hysteresistyp. 2.5 mm
Influence of medium densitysee technical information (TI)
Influence of medium temperaturemax. +1.4 ... -2.6 mm (-50 ... 150 °C (-58 ... 302 °F))
Influence of medium pressuremax. 0 ... 2.6 mm (-1 ... 64 bar)
Operating conditions
Installation conditions
Installation positionany position
Process conditions
Medium temperature-50 ... 150 °C (-58 ... 302 °F)
Medium pressurepe = 0 ... 100 bar (0 ... 1450.4 psi) over the entire temperature range , exceptions see process connections
Test pressurePN = 64 bar (928 psi): test pressure = 1.5 x PN maximum 100 bar (1450 psi) depending on process connection selected
PN = 100 bar (1450 psi): test pressure = 1.5 x PN maximum 150 bar (2175 psi) depending on process connection selected
Thermal shock resistance≤ 120 K/s
State of aggregationliquid
Densitymin. 0.5 g/cm3 , optional 0.4 g/cm3
Viscositymax. 10000 mm2/s (max. 10000 cSt)
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature-60 ... 70 °C (-76 ... 158 °F)
For further information see technical information (TI).
Storage temperature-40 ... 80 °C (-40 ... 176 °F)
Altitude≤ 2000 m above MSL
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protectionplug M12 : IP66/67, NEMA type 4X
Others : IP66/68, NEMA type 4X/6P
Connectiongland M20
thread M20 , G1/2 , NPT1/2 , NPT3/4
plug M12
Materialsee technical information (TI)
Surface qualityRa < 3.2 µm/126 µinch
Massbasic weight: 0.65 kg
the basic weight comprises:
- sensor (compact)
- electronic insert
- housing: single compartment, plastic with cover
- process connection: thread, G3/4
in addition to the basic weight:
- modules: 0,1 kg
- housing: single compartment, aluminum, coated: 0.8 kg, single compartment, 316L: 1.21 kg, dual compartment, L-shaped, aluminum, coated: 1.22 kg
- temperature spacer: 0.6 kg
- pressure-tight feed through: 0.7 kg
- pipe extension: 1000 mm: 0.9 kg, 100 inch: 2.3 kg
- plastic protective cover: 0.2 kg
For further information see technical information (TI).
Dimensionshousing: diameter max. 147 mm, heigth max. 163 mm
temperature spacer, pressure-tight feed through: additional length 140 mm
compact version: length depends on process connection
short tube version: length 99 ... 118 mm, depends on process connection
pipe extension:
- length 117 ... 6000 mm, 316L
- length 148 ... 3000 mm, Alloy C22
tuning fork: width 17.2 mm, fork width 10 mm, length 40 mm
For further information see technical information (TI).
Process connectioncylindrical threads G3/4, G1 acc. to DIN ISO 228 G for installing in weld-in adapter
cylindrical threads G3/4, G1 acc. to DIN ISO 228 G with flat seal
conical threads NPT3/4, NPT1 acc. to ANSI B 1.20.3
conical threads R3/4, R1 acc. to EN 10226
flanges RF, RJF, FF from 1 inch acc. to ASME B16.5
flanges form A, B1, C, D, E from DN25 acc. to EN 1092-1
flanges RF from 10K 25A acc. to JIS B2220
Tri-Clamp from DN25 acc. to ISO 2852
For further information see technical information (TI).
Data for application in connection with hazardous areas
EU-type examination certificatesee instruction manuals
International approvals
CSA approvalsee instruction manuals
IECEx approvalsee instruction manuals
Indication and operation
Display elementsStandard: without display
LED module VU120, optional
Bluetooth module VU121, optional
Control elementsswitches on the electronic insert
Function testvia switches on the electronic insert
test magnet , optional
Certificates and approvals
Overspill protectionsee approval (ZE)
General information
Supplementary documentationtechnical information (TI)
manuals, brief instructions (BA, KA)
instruction manuals
Functional safety manuals (FY)
Special documentation (SD)
Supplementary informationObserve the certificates, declarations of conformity, instruction manuals, and manuals where applicable. For information see www.pepperl-fuchs.com.
Accessories
Designationsee technical information (TI)

Classifications

SystemClasscode
ECLASS 13.027200518
ECLASS 12.027200518
ECLASS 11.027200518
ECLASS 10.0.127200518
ECLASS 9.027200589
ECLASS 8.027200589
ECLASS 5.127200589
ETIM 9.0EC001447
ETIM 8.0EC001447
ETIM 7.0EC001447
ETIM 6.0EC001447
ETIM 5.0EC001447
UNSPSC 12.141111950

Details: LVL-M4-B

Function

The device is a vibration limit switch for use in all liquids.

  • for temperatures from -50 °C to +150 °C

  • for pressures up to 100 bar

  • for viscosities up to 10000 mm 2/s

  • for densities up to 0.5 g/cm 3 or 0.4 g/cm 3 (other settings available on request)

The function is not affected by flow, turbulence, bubbles, foam, vibration, bulk solids content or build-up, the device is thus the ideal substitute for float switches.

The device is available with extension tube up to 6 m.

High corrosion-resistant Alloy C22 is available for the tuning fork and process connection for applications in very aggressive liquids.

Specific versions are suitable for use in explosion-hazardous areas.

The device is operated via push buttons and DIP switches on the electronic insert.

Status and faults of the device are optionally indicated via a LED module or via Bluetooth in the P+F Level app.

Product Documentation: LVL-M4-B

Language Selection:
Product informationLanguageFile TypeFile Size
Technical informationENGPDF3630 KB
Brief Instructions
Brief Instructions - VU120 LED moduleENGPDF1956 KB
Brief Instructions - VU121 Bluetooth moduleENGPDF1921 KB
Brief instructionsENGPDF2716 KB
Safety and Security Documentation
Instruction manual VU121 bluetooth moduleENGPDF162 KB
Instruction manual for CC approvalENGPDF178 KB
Instruction manual for CD approvalENGPDF182 KB
Instruction manual for CI approvalENGPDF178 KB
Instruction manual for E2 approvalENGPDF185 KB
Instruction manual for E3 approvalENGPDF183 KB
Instruction manual for E5 approvalENGPDF180 KB
Instruction manual for EA approvalENGPDF181 KB
Instruction manual for EC approvalENGPDF181 KB
Instruction manual for EM approvalENGPDF179 KB
Instruction manual for ES approvalENGPDF183 KB
Temperature tables VU121 bluetooth moduleENGPDF1829 KB
Temperature tables for CC approvalENGPDF2088 KB
Temperature tables for CD approvalENGPDF2232 KB
Temperature tables for CI approvalENGPDF2038 KB
Temperature tables for E2 approvalENGPDF2041 KB
Temperature tables for E3 approvalENGPDF2145 KB
Temperature tables for E5 approvalsENGPDF2070 KB
Temperature tables for EA approvalENGPDF2044 KB
Temperature tables for EC approvalENGPDF2089 KB
Temperature tables for EM approvalENGPDF2111 KB
Temperature tables for ES approvalENGPDF2208 KB
Functional Safety Manual for FEL61 electronic insertENGPDF2142 KB
Functional Safety Manual for FEL62 electronic insertENGPDF2141 KB
Functional safety manual for FEL64(DC) electronic insertENGPDF2202 KB
Functional safety manual for electronic insert FEL68ENGPDF2144 KB
Manuals
ManualENGPDF3632 KB
Manual VU121 Bluetooth moduleENGPDF1979 KB

Approvals: LVL-M4-B

Language Selection:
CertificatesCertificate No.LanguageFile TypeFile Size
Canada, USA CSACSA 80140625ALLPDF115 KB
Europe CSA ATEXCSANe 23ATEX1157XALLPDF76 KB
Europe CSA IECEx ia IECEx ecIECEx CSAE 23.0044XALLLINK---
Europe DIBT Overspill Protection WHG Overspill ProtectionZ-65.11-630ALLPDF358 KB
Europe DIBT WHG Leak DetectionZ-65.40-631ALLPDF357 KB
United Kingdom CSA UKEX Category II 1 G UKEX Category II 2 G UK-Type Examination CertificateCSAE 23UKEX1113XALLPDF76 KB
Contamination Declaration
Contamination declaration / Kontaminationserklärung   ALLPDF137 KB

Associated Products: LVL-M4-B

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