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Sensors for the pharmaceutical industry

The pharmaceutical industry operates in an environment with stringent safety, sterility and precision requirements. In the production of pharmaceutical products, drugs and ultrapure water – VEGA sensors are reliable and easy to clean.

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Sensors for measurement under strict safety, sterility and accuracy requirements.

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FDA EG 1935/2004 EHEDG 3-A

Measurement technology for hygienic and sterile processes

Optimal measurement technology – uncompromising quality

In the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, hygiene, reproducibility and flexibility are decisive factors for efficient as well as safe production with a high degree of automation. VEGA offers world-class level and pressure measurement technology. 

Hygiene, speed and flexibility. Standardised hygienic adaptors.

Standardised hygienic adapters

The standardised connections of the hygienic adaptors, which guarantee high system availability, can be selected as needed. Installing the adaptors requires only minimal effort. The end-to-end concept allows simple integration and fast maintenance – it also reduces spare parts inventories and production downtime.

No incompatibilities

VEGA sensors have been specially developed for the needs of the pharmaceutical industry, which are fulfilled by securely protected sealing, all-metal housings and wetted parts with a surface finish as fine as 0.3 µm RA.

Good manufacturing practice

Continuous monitoring of all production processes as well as routine inspection and testing of our sensors make us a reliable partner in adhering to good manufacturing practice. The basis for this is our quality management in compliance with ISO 9001 and our environmental management program based on ISO 14001.
Hygiene, speed and flexibility. Perfect cleanability.

Easy cleaning – reliable processes

To help ensure hygienic and sterile drug production processes, VEGA offers materials specially tailored to the strict requirements of the pharmaceutical industry – with all necessary approvals and material properties.

Efficient CIP/SIP cleaning

  • Cleaning in Place (CIP) and Sterilisation in Place (SIP) are methods for cleaning industrial process equipment.
  • During CIP cleaning, different liquids are pumped through the system piping. The cleaning media used are caustic and acidic solutions, some in high concentrations, often at extremely high temperatures.
  • VEGA sensors ensure that all required liquids are always available in sufficient amounts and reliably withstand the complex processes.

Sensors for the pharmaceutical industry

Level sensors

For liquids
For bulk solids
Level sensors for liquids

VEGAPULS 42

$ 1,549.00 Base price
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Radar sensor Level measurement liquids VEGAPULS 64

VEGAPULS 6X

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VEGAFLEX 83

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Level sensors for bulk solids

VEGAPULS 42

$ 1,549.00 Base price
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 Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids VEGAPULS 69

VEGAPULS 6X

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Point level switches

VEGAPOINT
Vibrating level switches
Capacitive level switches for the detection of water-based liquids and light bulk solids

Capacitive level switches for the detection of water-based liquids and light bulk solids

VEGAPOINT 11 Ultra-compact capacitive limit switch for the detection of water-based liquids

VEGAPOINT 11

water-based liquids from DK > 2
transistor output

$ 225.00 Base price
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VEGAPOINT 21

water-based liquids from DK > 1.5
transistor output, IO-Link, 
wireless operation, 
Ex and hygiene approvals 
$ 269.00 Base price
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VEGAPOINT 23

water-based liquids from DK > 1,5
transistor output, IO-Link, 
wireless operation, 
Ex and hygiene approvals
tube version, up to 1 m
$ 429.00 Base price
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VEGAPOINT 24

sticky and adhesive media,
transistor output, IO-Link, 
wireless operation, 
Ex and hygiene approvals
$ 519.00 Base price
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Vibrating level switches for liquids and bulk solids
Vibrating level switches for liquids and bulk solids
VEGASWING 51 Vibrating level switch for liquids

VEGASWING 51

For liquids
$ 249.00 Base price
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VEGASWING 61 Vibrating level switch for liquids

VEGASWING 61

For liquids
 

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VEGAVIB 61 Vibrating level switch for granular bulk solids

VEGAVIB 61

For granulated bulk solids
from density 20 g/l

plics® instrument platform

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VEGAWAVE 61 Vibrating level switch for powders

VEGAWAVE 61

For powdery and fine-grained bulk solids from density 8 g/l

plics® instrument platform

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Pressure sensors

Ceramic measuring cell
Metallic measuring cell
Pressure sensors with ceramic measuring cell
The ceramic measuring cell is oil-free and measures the pressure reliably up to 60 bar, even if the medium is rough and abrasive. Its extreme robustness and overload resistance make it the optimal solution in many applications.
Pressure sensor

VEGABAR 18

4 … 20 mA
From ½" thread
M12x1
 
 
 
$ 329.00 Base price
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Pressure sensor with switch output function

VEGABAR 28

4 ... 20 mA, 3-wire output, IO-Link
From ½" thread, hygienic fittings
M12x1, ISO 4400, cable outlet
Hygienic, Ex, ship approval
All-round switching status display

$ 439.00 Base price
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Pressure sensor with switch output function

VEGABAR 38

4 ... 20 mA, 3-wire output, IO-Link
From ½" thread, hygienic fittings
M12x1, ISO 4400, cable outlet
Hygienic, Ex, ship approval
All-round switching status display
On-site display and 3-key operation
$ 585.00 Base price
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VEGABAR 82 Pressure transmitter

VEGABAR 82

plics® instrument platform 

Custom-made sensors for any measuring task
Diverse connection options

 
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Pressure sensors with metallic measuring cell
The metallic measuring cell is fully welded and elastomer-free, it’s also suitable for pressures up to 1,000 bar. It meets all the material requirements according to FDA, EC 1935/2004, GB Standard, with a hygienic design that optimises cleaning, according to 3-A and EHEDG.
Pressure sensor

VEGABAR 19

4 … 20 mA
From ½" thread
M12x1
$ 329.00 Base price
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Pressure sensor with switch output function

VEGABAR 29

4 ... 20 mA, 3-wire output, IO-Link
From ½" thread, hygienic fittings
M12x1, ISO 4400, cable outlet
Hygienic, Ex, ship approval
All-round switching status display
$ 429.00 Base price
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Pressure sensor with switch output function

VEGABAR 39

4 ... 20 mA, 3-wire output, IO-Link
From ½" thread, hygienic fittings
M12x1, ISO 4400, cable outlet
Hygienic, Ex, ship approval
All-round switching status display
On-site display and 3-key operation
$ 535.00 Base price
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VEGABAR 39 Pressure transmitter

VEGABAR 83

plics® instrument platform

Custom-made sensors for any measuring task
Diverse connection options

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Standardised hygienic adapter for level, pressure and point level sensors

Any common adapter system that complies with EC 1935/2004, FDA, EHEDG, 3-A can be used for level sensors as well as for pressure and point level sensors. Whether all metallic or with elastomer O-ring sealing: The sensors fit all standard, commercially available hygienic connections.

  • Flexible and simple integration
  • Fast exchange
  • Reduced production downtime
  • Fewer instrument versions in stock

Precise measurement technology also for complex applications

Whether for square or cylindrical tanks, for free-standing setups or integration into a system, for large or small vessels or vessels with agitators and heating elements: VEGA offers a complete range of measuring instruments for precise and safe drug production.

Agitator and spray ball

  • Radar sensor VEGAPULS 6X for continuous level measurement
  • Thanks to strong focusing of the radar beam, it measures right past agitators or other tank internals, even during cleaning

Single use bioprocessing vessel

  • Radar sensor VEGAPULS 6X for continuous level measurement
  • Its high dynamic range allows level measurement from above, through the plastic container without actually any contact with the sensor.

Filtration system

  • Electronic differential pressure measurement with VEGABAR 83 for filter monitoring
  • High product quality thanks to reliable monitoring of the filter

Autoclave

  • Guided radar sensor VEGAFLEX 81 for continuous level measurement
  • Reliable measurement, unaffected by high levels of condensation and steam
  • Pressure transmitter VEGABAR 83  for pressure measurement
  • The metallic METEC® measuring cell is perfectly compatible with the sterilization processes

Pressure and level switches for efficient automation

The compact VEGABAR pressure switches and the VEGAPOINT capacitive Point level switches with IO-Link and illuminated, coloured light ring ensure better readability from all directions and from a distance.

Saturated steam pipeline

  • Pressure sensor VEGABAR 29 with IO-Link connection
  • Precise pressure measurement thanks to fast response time

Heating medium supply line

  • Pressure sensor VEGABAR 38 with IO-Link connection
  • Simple operation thanks to VDMA menu structure and integrated display

Supply tank

  • Capacitive point level switch VEGAPOINT 21 for point level detection
  • Unaffected by buildup thanks to its reliable switch point

Capsule filling

  • Capacitive point level switch VEGAPOINT 31 for point level detection
  • Full-colour, 360° status display for easy recognition of switching status

Interconnected solutions

Online-Tools

To ensure that production facilities are competitive today and stay competitive tomorrow, process cycles have to be optimized and costs reduced – without compromising quality. With intelligent networking and unique services, VEGA makes processes noticeably more efficient and reliable throughout the entire value-added chain.

Wireless communication provides better accessibility: Simply via VEGA Tools app – on any available smartphone or tablet.

Wireless adjustment

With Bluetooth, VEGA is looking far into the future. But already today, radio technology is making processes more and more flexible. Wireless communication provides better accessibility: in clean rooms, in harsh industrial environments and in hazardous areas. It allows parameterisation, display and diagnostics from a distance of up to 50 metres, thus saving time and avoiding dangers. Simply via VEGA Tools app – on any available smartphone or tablet.

  

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IO-Link is a digital interface that can transmit parameters automatically.

IO-Link

VEGA uses IO-Link to make optimal use of all possibilities. With this manufacturer-independent, standard communication tool, sensors can be installed, parameterised and, if necessary, put back into operation faster and more cost-effectively. IO-Link is a digital interface that can transmit parameters automatically if an instrument is replaced.
IO-Link-Portfolio
With myVEGA as your personal information platform you have access to numerous online functions relating to the VEGA products.

myVEGA

With myVEGA as your personal information platform you have access to numerous online functions relating to the VEGA products.

  • 2D/3D drawings of configured instruments
  • Access to product documentation and order data
  • Access codes for VEGA sensors
MyVEGA
VEGA Inventory System makes all important process and forecast information visible and easy to grasp.

VEGA Inventory System

Lower inventory levels mean lower costs. VEGA Inventory System makes all important process and forecast information visible and easy to grasp. Measuring instruments installed on containers, tanks or silos automatically inform the user when replenishments are required. In your plant, the user-friendly service software accesses not only current measurement data, but also consumption data from previous operating periods.
VEGA Inventory System

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