VEGA VEGAPOINT 23 Capacitive Level Switch with Tube Extension

A capacitive switch with a selectable tube length up to 1 m

The VEGAPOINT 23 adds a tube extension of 64 to 1000 mm to the capacitive VEGAPOINT sensor so that the switching point can be chosen by length instead of by nozzle position. VEGA specifies it for level detection of water-based liquids, with overfill and dry-run protection as typical applications. Setup is via the integrated Bluetooth module with a smartphone, tablet or PC, which VEGA lists as a benefit along with wear- and maintenance-free operation. The sheet describes the transistor (PNP/NPN) version with IO-Link, and a full-metal variant raises the pressure limit from 25 to 64 bar.

Technical specifications

Tube lengths and temperature limits

The product information ties the tube length to the temperature range: with a tube extension below 250 mm the process temperature is -40…+115 °C with +135 °C for 1 h, but for tubes of 250 mm or more the range narrows to -40…+80 °C (+135 °C for 1 h). Plan CIP or steam cycles accordingly, and if the process runs hotter, choose a shorter tube or move to the VEGASWING family. The tube extension also helps where buildup near the vessel wall would otherwise reach the electrode.

Using the Bluetooth app

VEGA lists simple setup via Bluetooth adjustment as a benefit of the 23, using a smartphone, tablet or Windows PC. VEGA lists the sensor’s ability to ignore buildup to a certain degree, so a thin film on the tube is not read as medium. Specify the tube length, fitting, whether you need the full-metal 64 bar version, and the output (PNP/NPN or IO-Link) in your RFQ, and confirm hygienic and Ex approvals with the manufacturer.

VEGA’s PI lists the VEGAPOINT 23 with hygienic adapters, clamp 1″, 1½” and 2″, collar socket and threads from ½”, which lets a single sensor body serve both process and food-grade tanks. The full-metal version with stainless steel throughout carries the higher 64 bar rating. The tube length is chosen so that the electrode tip sits at the desired switching height and the sensor remains short enough to avoid contact with agitators.

Documents and quotation

The official VEGA VEGAPOINT 23 (transistor with IO-Link) specification sheet (62542-EN, version 260928) is attached to this page for download and covers the technical data, dimensions and wiring summarised above.

For a quotation, tell us the medium, tank or channel dimensions, output signal, hazardous-area requirement and quantity. Seven Star LLC, an independent supplier in Muscat, will respond with availability and a commercial offer; other level instrumentation is on our site. Always verify the complete order code against VEGA’s configurator before you place an order.