VT591 / Water leak rope sensor

Function and purpose

Notice on 6th June 2019: The product has been altered. RJ9 4P2C connected is now used instead of 2P Power Terminal.

Sensor must be used together with

WLC / Water leak cable

(recommended)

(ordered separately)

or

WDC / Water detection rope

(ordered separately)

When water is in contact with detection cable sensor indicates the emergence of moisture. "WDC / Water detection rope" and "WLC / Water leakage cable" are ordered separately! The whole area can be effectively monitored by placing the cable near or along possible flood sources.

Dimensions

Usage examples

Technical specifications

VT591 / Water leak sensor specifications
Dimensions	60×18×18 mm
Weight	60 g
Input	2 wire (WDC cable)
Output	RJ11 / RJ12 (6p4c)
Operating temperature	Temperature : Min. -10 °C - Max.80 °C
Operating humidity	Humidity : Min. 5% - Max. 95% (Non-Condensing)
Mounting	Mounting bracket included.
Power consumption	60mW
Max. distance m	100 m
HS Code	9025 80 400
Components	Manufactured in E.U.
Special features	Response time: 15 sec., Recovery time: Depends on how fast the sensor dries out

WDC / Water detection rope specifications
Description	WDC can detect moisture (works until the dew point) and does not welcome pollution!
Detectable liquids	Clean, polluted & distilled water; acids; alkalis; alcohols and other electrically conductive liquid
Diameter	3 mm diameter
Lengths	Order options include 6m, 10m, 17m, 25m, 50m or custom length.
Weight	15 g/m
Operating temperature	Min. -50° C, Max. 105° C
Max. rope length	225 m
Conductor	27% Ni

WLC / Water leak cable specifications
Description	WLC can work in high humidity, pollution and hazardous waste
Detectable liquids	Clean, polluted & distilled water; acids; alkalis; alcohols and other electrically conductive liquid
Diameter	5.5 mm diameter
Lengths	Order options include 10m, 15m, 25m, 50m or custom length.
Weight	26 g/m
Operating humidity	0° - 100 %
Max. cable length	225 m
Inputs	x2 wires

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Mounting

Connecting WDC / Water detection rope

Connect WDC rope sensor to the VT591 leak sensor.
Wire the WDC rope around or under potentially leaking objects around the perimeter or under raised floors.
Cconnect the sensor to the monitoring unit. Connection is plug-an-play.
Sensor is ready to use.

Connecting WLC / Water leak cable

Connect the "VT591 / Water leak sensor" to the monitoring unit. Connection is plug-an-play.
Connect "VTC / Terminal cable" to VT591 sensor.
Connect "WLC / Water detection cable" to "VTC / Terminal cable".
Connect any additional "WLC / Water detection cables" to each other as shown on picture above to make a chain connection.
Wire the WLC rope around or under potentially leaking objects around the perimeter or under raised floors.
Put a protective cap on the connector of the last WLC cable in a chain.
Sensor is ready to use.

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Connecting analog sensors

Connect the analog sensor by a supplied RJ-11 (6P4C) cable to any analog port "A1 .. A8" or "Sensor" port. The determination of the sensor type and connection will occur automatically.

Vutlan analog sensor connection (Analog ports).jpg

If strong electromagnetic interference is present, we recommend using a 3-pair cable CAN FTP for sensor connection!

6P4C RJ11 cable wiring/pinouts

1- Orange, 2- White Blue, 3- Blue, 4 - White Orange

Colors are true for this telephone cable. Both ends match the colors and pinouts (identical).

Please refer to the RJ connectors comparison table:

Maximum cable length test

ok = tested

x = failed

Model		50m	100m
VT407	AC current converter	ok recommended	ok
VT410	DC voltage monitor	ok
VT420	Converter 4-20mA	ok recommended	ok
VT500	Temperature sensor	ok	ok
VT501	Outdoor temperature sensor	ok	ok
VT510	Humidity sensor	ok	x
VT530	Access sensor		ok
VT540	Vibration sensor		ok
VT550	Wind velocity meter	ok	x
VT560	Smoke detector		ok
VT570	PIR sensor		ok
VT590	Spot water detector		ok
VT591	Water leak sensor		ok

Extending the number of analog sensors

Using CAN extension "VT408 / Sensor extension unit" it is possible to increase the number of analog sensors connected to the monitoring unit up to 80 sensors.

Analog sensors using CAN bus (Vutlan).jpg

Chain connection of analog sensors

This procedure applies to the following sensors, which are supported by the appliance and are connected to the analog ports:

Analog sensors	Daisy chain
VT500 / Temperature sensor	□
VT501 / Outdoor temperature sensor	□
VT510 / Humidity sensor	□
VT520 / AC Voltage detector	□
VT520DIN / AC Voltmeter	□
VT530 / Access sensor	■
VT540 / Vibration sensor	□
VT550/ Wind speed meter	□
VT560 / Smoke sensor	■
VT570 / PIR sensor	□
VT572 / Radar motion sensor	□
VT591 / Cable leak sensor	□
VT593 / Spot leak sensor	□

VT530 and VT560 are the only analog sensors that allow non-addressable chain connection. All the sensors in one chain are seen by the system as one sensor. One chain can have up to 10 sensors. Example of such connection:

Additional articles of interest

Sensor configuration

Adding logic schemes

Installation examples

Please find installation examples in our article "Water leakage detection using cable sensor and spot sensor".

Cable pinouts

Sensor uses standard Vutlan analog sensor cable(RJ11/RJ12 to RJ11/RJ12) for connecting to the monitoring unit. You can find further instructions at: Analog sensors connection

Technical support

The device does not contain any user-serviceable parts. If the power meter requires service, contact your local sales representative. Do not open the device. Opening the device voids the warranty.

Troubleshooting

The following table describes potential problems and their possible causes. It also describes checks you can perform or possible solutions for each. After referring to this table, if you cannot resolve the problem, contact the your local Vutlan sales representative for assistance.

Potential Problem	Possible Cause	Possible Solution
The data being displayed is inaccurate or not what you expect.	Incorrect setup values.	Check that You use the correct f(x) formula
	Incorrect voltage inputs.	Check power meter voltage input terminals to verify that adequate voltage is present
	Power meter is wired improperly.	Check that all wires are connected correctly and that they are energized. See “Wiring Diagrams” of the device.
Sensor does not appear in Vutlan monitoring interface	Communications lines are improperly connected.	Check 6P4C RJ11 communication cable.
Sensor does not appear in Vutlan monitoring interface	Communication cable is inserted in to a wrong port.	6P4C RJ11 communication cable must be inserted into analog port of Vutlan monitoring system.