8VEGAPULS 6X
66216-EN-220518
Type code Explosion
group
Typeofprotectionmarking
PS6X(*).2*W**B/T/F/C******A* R****** IIIC II 1/2D, 2D Ex ta/tb, tb IIIC T* Da/Db, Db IP66
PS6X(*).2*W**B/T/F/C******A* J****** IIA, IIB, IIC
IIIA, IIIB, IIIC
II 1/2G, 2G Ex db IIC T6…T1 Ga/Gb, Gb
II 1/2D, 2D Ex ta/tb, tb IIIC T* Da/Db, Db IP66
VEGAPULS6Xwithoutovervoltagearrester:PS6X(*).2*W*********H********
The voltage resistance against ground is min. 500 Ve.
VEGAPULS6Xwithovervoltagearrester:PS6X(*).2*W*********A********
The built-in overvoltage arrester type Bourns 2036-60 has the following characteristic values:
DC Sparkover = 600 V ± 20 % @ 100 V/s
Impulse Sparkover = 850 V @ 100 V/µs
Impulse Sparkover = 1100 V @ 1000 V/µs
Further characteristic data can be found in the data sheet of the Bourns 2036-60.
The voltage resistance against ground is min. 340 Ve.
4 Specicconditionsofuse("X"identication)
The following list describes the special operating conditions of VEGAPULS 6X.
• In the application the following applies to the radar sensors VEGAPULS 6X in the versions with
Aluminium/Titanium:
– Installation must be carried out in such a way that the generation of sparks as a result of impact
and friction processes between Aluminium/Titanium and steel is excluded. This excludes stain-
less steel without rust particles.
• Certain components of the radar sensor VEGAPULS 6X can charge electrostatically. These
include: Plastic housings, non-grounded metal parts, plastic antennas. For details, refer to chap-
ter " Electrostatic charge (ESD)" of these safety instructions.
• To avoid the risk of electrostatic charging of metal parts, the VEGAPULS 6X must be connected
to the potential equalization (transition resistance ≤ 1 MΩ).
• All parts of VEGAPULS 6X in contact with the medium must only be used in such a medium
against which the materials are suciently resistant.
• VEGAPULS 6X with rinsing connection: It must be ensured that the IP67 degree of protection
is provided at the connection to the reux valve when used as category 1/2G equipment. After
removing the reux valve or the rinsing facility on the refölux valve, the opening must be closed
with a suitable screw plug so that the IP67 degree of protection is maintained.
• VEGAPULS 6X with swivelling holder: It must be ensured that the IP67 degree of protection is
maintained when operating as category 1/2G equipment after aligning the antenna using the
swivelling holder and after screwing on the tension ange.
• Ambient temperature
– You can nd the details in chapter " Thermal data" of these safety instructions.
5 Installation
• The installation of the device must only be carried out by qualied personel.
• The sta must be trained in explosion protection and familiar with the relevant valid regulations.
• Make sure when working on the instrument that there is no explosive atmosphere present. The
supply circuits should be voltage-free, if possible.
• Install the instrument in accordance with the manufacturer specication and the applicable
national regulations, e.g. planning and installation in accordance with IEC/EN 60079-14.
• The devices must be integrated into the local potential equalization.
