VEGA VEGAPULS C 23 non-contact radar level sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids and bulk solids over longer ranges. 80 GHz radar with a narrow 4° beam angle for tighter focusing, measuring range to 30 m and accuracy ± 2 mm. Plastic housing with PVDF process fitting, FKM seal and axial cable outlet. Output 4. 20 mA/HART, with Modbus and SDI-12 variants; setup by PC/PACTware/DTM or by smartphone, tablet or PC over Bluetooth. Degree of protection IP66/IP68 (3 bar). Supplied as a VEGA configured item; confirm the order code for the required range, output protocol, process fitting and cable length.
| Type | VEGA VEGAPULS C 23 |
| Measuring principle | non-contact radar, 80 GHz (W-band) |
| Media | liquids and bulk solids |
| Measuring range | up to 30 m (98 ft) |
| Accuracy (deviation) | ± 2 mm |
| Beam angle | 4° (tighter focusing for taller / narrower vessels) |
| Process temperature | -40 ... +80 °C (-40 ... +176 °F) |
| Process pressure | -1 ... +3 bar (-100 ... +300 kPa) |
| Process fitting | thread G1, 1 NPT, R1 |
| Wetted parts material | PVDF |
| Seal material | FKM |
| Housing material | plastic |
| Signal output | 4 ... 20 mA/HART; Modbus; SDI-12 (variant-dependent) |
| Adjustment | PC, PACTware and DTM; smartphone / tablet / PC via Bluetooth |
| Electrical connection | axial cable outlet |
| Degree of protection | IP66 / IP68 (3 bar), Type 6P |
| Approvals | CE (optional Ex intrinsic safety / regional / ship approvals available per configuration) |
| Material | PVDF wetted parts; FKM seal; plastic housing |
| Pressure rating | -1 ... +3 bar |
| Temperature range | -40 °C to +80 °C |
| IP rating | IP66/IP68 (3 bar) |
| MOQ | 1 |
Non-contact 80 GHz radar with a narrow 4° beam for tighter focusing; range to 30 m. Select output protocol and process fitting (G/NPT/R) to suit the application.