MSA’s ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector provides over two years of maintenance-free performance
(depending upon alarm minutes used). Long life, cost-effective single-gas detectors offer
outstanding dust and water protection and feature a distinctive triple alarm system. Two bright
LEDs and piercing audible alarm with standard vibrating alarm help to ensure that no alarm
condition goes unnoticed. Rubberized armor housing and one-button operation provide
durability and ease of use. Units will not deactivate after two years of operation; instead will
perform as long as battery capacity and sensor performance allow. Built-in calibration feature
enables users to potentially further extend instrument life. ALTAIR Single-Gas Detectors are
part of MSA’s ALTAIR Detector family of products.
FEATURES
- Factory-calibrated detector with warranted two-year service life (1080 alarm minutes)
- Maintenance-free; no sensor or battery changes necessary
- Easy bump check and built-in calibration feature
- Bump check confirmed with checkmark on instrument LCD, displayed for 24 hours
- High-capacity battery
- Event recorder stores 25 latest events automatically in instrument memory
- Built-in IR communications enables interface MSA LinkTM Software
- Built-in gas delivery adapter for gas response tests (no cal cap to lose)
- Rated to IP67 for dust and water ingress
Maintenance-Free Service Life
Factory-calibrated detector provides warranted two-years or 1080 alarm minutes (18 hours) of
service life with no maintenance. No sensor or battery changes are needed. Built-in gas delivery
adapter means no misplaced accessories when conducting gas response tests, avoiding hidden
replacement costs.
Bump Check Made Easy
By confirming Gas Test with a single button press, the unit allows for a simple bump check
to be recorded and displayed onscreen via a checkmark for 24 hours. This checkmark is
confirmation of not only an electronic circuit check but also of sensor response. While it is
only necessary to perform a bump test to ensure proper sensor response, ALTAIR Single-Gas
Detector offers built-in calibration as required in some facilities.
Long-Life Battery
Long-life lithium battery offers significantly more capacity than its closest competitor and far
outlasts the two minutes of alarm mode per day standard. ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector units
will not deactivate after two years of operation but will continue
to deliver performance as long as battery capacity and sensor
performance allow. No other maintenance-free single-gas
detector in its class can beat this performance.
Sensors
Patented, MSA-built Button® Cell toxic gas
sensors feature stainless steel construction
and contain solid electrolyte, virtually
eliminating sensor leakage. Extremely
small and thin sensor profile allows ALTAIR
Single-Gas Detectors to deliver high
performance in a very small package. Toxic
gas sensors provide stability for the unit’s
service life. ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector
oxygen version accommodates industry-
standard fast-responding 20 Series oxygen
sensor and is UL, cUL, ATEX, and Australian
standards-approved.
Built-in IR Communication
ALTAIR Single-Gas Detectors record the 25
latest alarm events automatically, offering a
great tool for alarm condition assessment: just
connect it to your MSA InfraRed adapter using
standard, built-in IR communication. Alarm
set points can be adjusted manually prior to
the unit's activation or through IR link after
activation.
Rugged Clip
ALTAIR Single-
Gas Detectors
use a proven
suspension
clip to be
worn
anywhere in
the breathing
area: on the
helmet, belt,
and many
other places. MSA’s rugged clip design keeps
unit attached during even the roughest use.
Easy-To-Read Display
ALTAIR Single-Gas Detectors offer a simple,
easy-to-read display. Large numeric display
allows users to count down service life, alarm
conditions, set points, peak reading, and
hours in alarm since activation with accuracy
and confidence. O2 version display helps
users to identify current levels as well as
highest and lowest readings at a glance.
Users can perform fresh air setup and reset
peak readings with the touch of a button.
Water and Dust Resistance
ALTAIR Single-Gas Detectors are highly
water- and dust-resistant and are tested
to IP67. Simple yet effective design uses
rubberized armor to seal units from water
and dust ingress, providing a tight seal and
exceeding the industry-average rating.
ALTAIR QuickCheck® Station
ALTAIR QuickCheck Stations are inexpensive
test stations for ALTAIR and ALTAIR Pro
Gas Detectors. Available in manual
and automatic versions, this test station
quickly verifies instrument alarm system
functionality and then performs a gas
response test (bump check).
Galaxy® Automated Test System
The Galaxy
Automated Test
System for the
ALTAIR and ALTAIR
Pro Gas Detectors is a
complete instrument
calibration and record
retention system.
Options such as
industry-standard
memory card, wired networking, and
receipt printing allow this flexible system
to be configured to meet your needs.
Distinctive Alarm System
Triple alarm system leaves no doubt for users
in alarm situations. Audible alarm sounds at
an average of 95 dB@1 foot and is designed
to be distinctive among other workplace
sounds. Alarm’s extended frequency range
covers a wide sound spectrum even when
used by tone-deaf individuals. Visual alarm
features dual, super-bright LEDs on unit’s top
and are visible from all angles and when worn
inside the pocket. Numeric display shows LO
or HI alarm status. Vibrating alarm comes
standard and emits a pulse when in alarm
mode that calls additional attention to users.
Durability
Extra-thick rubberized housing withstands
accidental drops and provides resistance
to water ingress. Metal screw inserts offer
stability over the unit’s lifetime. MSA’s
focus on reliability, ease of use, and
durability are key design elements of
ALTAIR Single-Gas Detectors.