THE 6X^®
THE RADAR LEVEL SENSOR

ONE FOR ALL.

A radar sensor that doesn’t differentiate between liquids and bulk solids.

With VEGAPULS 6X you get a sensor that handles any application, no matter if the measured medium is liquid or solid, hot or cold, toxic or corrosive. Just tell us what you need for your level measurement application. And we’ll make sure you get it. By customising our radar level sensor to suit your specific requirements.

SIMPLE, SIMPLER, THE 6X^®

We build exactly the VEGAPULS 6X you need for your application.

You provide us with all parameters via the new configurator, or during a personal consultation, we select the right instrument version for your process.
From then on, it takes only a few days for your perfect radar level sensor to be manufactured, tested and shipped.

Since all settings in VEGAPULS 6X can be preconfigured to your application in advance, it’s ready for immediate use. The display and adjustment module is
clear, concise and easy to understand. The instrument has Bluetooth for wireless adjustment with the VEGA Tools App.

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Reliable right from the start

Due to the small blocking distance, measurement is possible right up to the sensor itself. Buildup and deposits do not affect the accuracy of the measuring result. Also perfect for measuring bulk solids at close range.

Universal, fast deployment

The sensor is suitable for liquids as well as for bulk solids and unaffected by the media properties and process conditions. The electrical connection can be made without tools.

Meets all hygienic requirements

Process fittings suitable for all standard hygienic versions with all the important approvals and certificates.

Full security

The sensor meets the highest cybersecurity standards according to IEC 62443-4-2 and offers continuous function monitoring with SIL according to IEC 61508. Surge protection is permanently built into the sensor if required.

KEY ADVANTAGES OF THE SENSOR
IN BRIEF

HOW DO YOU FIND THE BEST CHIP?
YOU INVENT IT.

The radar chip inside VEGAPULS 6X combines the experience gained from 30 years of radar level measurement engineering.

The heart of the sensor

If we had to make a list of the most important innovations in our radar level sensor VEGAPULS 6X, its radar chip would be right at the top. At the sensor’s heart, is the pulsating technology that empowers it to fulfil our high expectations in terms of precision and reliability. And this is mainly thanks to its ability to self-diagnose during operation, which makes it possible to seamlessly and continually monitor the accuracy and performance of the sensor.

THE THREE INNER VALUES: ACCURATE, SECURE AND GREAT TO USE.

Admittedly, at first glance you can't tell what's inside the VEGAPULS 6X radar level sensor: High-precision level measurement technology that makes no distinction between liquids and bulk solids.
The VEGAPULS 6X combines the best of the previous 6 GHz, 26 GHz and 80 GHz technologies - like VEGAPULS 64 and VEGAPULS 69 - into one single radar level instrument.

IT security standard IEC 62443-4-2

In view of the increasing digitalisation in industry, an extremely important point is effective protection against cyber attacks. That’s why we’ve designed-in the latest IT security standard IEC 62443-4-2 into VEGAPULS 6X. It means that this sensor also meets the highest cyber-security standards currently established in the process industry.

🔐 Security first at VEGA

Safety and reliability under all process conditions

No matter whether VEGAPULS 6X is operating under high temperatures or high pressure, in applications with dust, hot steam or extreme noise, it always delivers precise measuring results. This is due to its robust construction – using high-quality materials and encapsulated electronics, to optimally protect against external influences – as well as passing stringent quality tests that each and every sensor undergoes.

VEGA employees during the test of measuring instruments

Risk minimisation according to SIL (IEC 61508)

Equipped with SIL 2/3, VEGAPULS 6X meets the strict, internationally standardised safety requirements that serve to protect health, the environment and products during process operations. It achieves excellent performance figures. In short: This sensor reduces safety risks and protects your system over the long term.

💡 Safety at the highest level

ABSOLUTELY PRECISE. AND ABSOLUTELY SECURE.

SOME CALL IT
TECHNICAL DATA.

WE CALL IT
INNER VALUES.

Product details ›

	VEGAPULS 6X	VEGAPULS 64	VEGAPULS 69
Applications	liquids and solids	Liquids	Bulk solids
Process pressure	-1 … +160 bar	-1 … +25 bar	-1 … +20 bar
Process temperature	-196 … +450 °C	-196 … +200 °C	-40 … +200 °C
Measuring frequency	W-Band (80 GHz), C-Band (6 GHz), K-Band (26 GHz)	W-Band (80 GHz)	W-Band (80 GHz)
Band width	2 ... 8 GHz	4 GHz	1 GHz
Customer-specific parameterisation	✓	–	–
SIL, IEC 61508	✓ SIL can be switched off	–	–
IT security IEC 62443-4-2	✓	–	–
Analogue output	Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART	Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART	Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART
Bus system	✓	–	✓
Clamp can be operated without tools	✓	–	–
Blocking distance	short	medium	large
Overvoltage protection optionally in the device	permanently installed in 2nd chamber	plics® clamp retrofittable	plics® clamp retrofittable
Hygienic adapters	✓	–	–
Hygienic approvals	EHEDG, FDA, 3-A, EC 1935/2004	FDA, EC 1935/2004	–

The levels of all media in focus

VEGAPULS 6X focuses the radar signal squarely on the medium. The reflected signals are analysed and evaluated to determine the level.

Thanks to its wide dynamic range, VEGAPULS 6X can detect even the smallest signals from media with poor reflective properties. The sensor is thus able to measure all media reliably with great precision.

Optimal performance thanks to non-contact measurement

VEGAPULS 6X offers a wide range of antenna systems – tailored to your application. The antennas meet the highest requirements in terms of reliability and hygiene.

What is more, the sensor’s own software algorithms suppress interference caused by tank internals or buildup on the antenna system. So even foam, high mounting sockets and small process fittings are no problem. The sensor can even measure right through plastic container walls.

How does level measurement with radar work?

How do sensors contribute to cyber security?

In view of the increasing digitalisation in industry, effective protection against cyber attacks is an extremely important topic. Modern production facilities are becoming more and more interconnected and use digital status retrieval on all devices and systems. This makes them vulnerable in a new way. To fulfil the highest cyber security standards currently implemented in the process industry, the VEGAPULS 6X radar level sensor has been designed according to the latest IT security standard IEC 62443-4-2. During a walk through the VEGA IT department, Jürgen and Stefan explain what has to be considered from the development stage in order to create a secure sensor.

What functions does the digital customer portal myVEGA offer?

With myVEGA as your personal information platform, you have access to numerous online functions relating to VEGA products. We are constantly working on expanding our digital services so that our customers can access as much information as possible online and do tasks for themselves. Nevertheless, the customer's contact person is always close at hand in myVEGA if help is needed.

✔ Configurator for the entire VEGA product range
✔ Information on prices and delivery times
✔ Order directly online
✔ Save instrument configurations
✔ 2D/3D drawings for your configured instrument
✔ Overview of all order transactions

📢 More information ➡ www.vega.com/myvega

VEGAPULS 6X: One radar sensor for all applications

We’re proud to introduce the radar sensor that doesn’t differentiate between liquids and bulk solids. VEGAPULS 6X is a sensor for all applications, no matter if the measured medium is liquid or solid, hot or cold, or corrosive.

VEGAPULS 6X combines the three inner values:

🔎 precision,
🔒 security and
🎉 the feel good factor.

Born where values are valued.

Technology is only as good as the people who make it.

That’s why the new VEGAPULS 6X is the result made by over 2,100 valuable employees, 60 years of valued measurement experience and every value that is intrinsic to VEGA.

VEGAPULS 6X, Cyber Security and myVEGA

VEGA employe during the production of measuring instruments

VEGA employees during the production of measuring instruments

Nobody comes up with perfect things on their own.

It takes different perspectives, talents and ideas, as well as openness and attention to detail, to be aware of what the process world expects from us.

VEGA. HOME OF VALUES.

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THE 6X^®
THE RADAR LEVEL SENSOR

THE RADAR LEVEL SENSOR

ONE FOR ALL.