AltairAltair® ® 5 & 5IR Multigas Detectors5 & 5IR Multigas Detectors

IR and toxic gases added!IR and toxic gases added!

MSA BackgroundMSA Background

Established in 1914 by two mining engineers

First major product – Flameless Electric Cap Lamp developed with Thomas Edison

The largest company in the world dedicated to producing safety and environmental monitoring equipment

Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA

2008 – $1B in annual sales

Affiliate companies in 40 countries

5,000+ Employees

4000+ Products sold in 120+ countries

“That men and women may work in safety, and that they, their families,

and their communities may live in healththroughout the world.”

Established in 1914 by two mining engineers

First major product – Flameless Electric Cap Lamp developed with Thomas Edison

The largest company in the world dedicated to producing safety and environmental monitoring equipment

Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA

2008 – $1B in annual sales

Affiliate companies in 40 countries

5,000+ Employees

4000+ Products sold in 120+ countries

“That men and women may work in safety, and that they, their families,

and their communities may live in healththroughout the world.”

John T. RyanGeorge H. Deike

What It IsWhat It Is

Multigas monitorMultigas monitorDetects up to 6 gases: combustible gases, O2, H2S, CO, CO2 & additional toxic gases

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Optional alkaline battery pack

Color or monochrome display option

Built-in pump or diffusion version

Multilingual

Latest AdditionsLatest Additions

IR sensorsIR sensorsCO2 0-10%, 0-50%

Methane 0-25% Vol

Propane 0-100% LEL & 0-100% Vol

Butane 0-25% & 0-100% Vol

Toxic sensorsToxic sensorsCl2 0-20ppm

NO2 0-50ppm

NH3 0-50ppm

PH3 0-5ppm

HCN 0-30ppm

ClO2 0-1.00ppm

Latest AdditionsLatest Additions

Global approvals for global customersGlobal approvals for global customersUL

CSA

ATEX

AnZ

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector SizeSize

Fits ergonomically in hand

Alarms seen from most angles

One-handed operation—even with gloves!

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector DesignDesign

Over-molded case designBuilt-in rubberized armor

Protects unit from impact shock

Unit easily survives 6-ft drop

Ergonomic designEasier to grip and hold

Buttons within easy reach

Instrument sealed against water and dust ingress to IP65

For use in the toughest conditions

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector AlarmsAlarms

Attention-grabbing system95+ dB horn typicalMultiple, alternating high-intensity alarm LEDsVibrating alarm standard

MotionAlert™ feature standardIf no motion is detected for 30 seconds, alarm sounds to alert othersUnique feature to gas detectionIdeal for confined space entry

InstantAlert™ feature standardManually activates all alarms to alert others nearby

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector FeaturesFeatures

Color display optionCustom logo option

MotionAlert feature To indicate man-down

InstantAlert featureTo activate all alarms when situations require

Most rugged instrument in its class

Easily passes multiple 6-ft drops

IP 65-ratedWater- and dust-tight

Multi-language optionOver 18 preprogrammed

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector Features Features

Confidence signalHelps to ensure safe instrument operationBlinking green SAFE LEDSAFE LEDVibrating pulseConfidence beep

Missing sensor alarmHelps to prevent maintenance errors

Password-protected setup modeControls unauthorized access

Event & data log >1000 events>200 hrs

MSA Link™-readyMulti-language PC software accesses records and changes settings

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector PowerPower

Lithium-based technologyNo memory effectsMore capacityHelps to hold charge when not in useRuns >15 hours fully equipped

Alkaline option availableUse for additional run time>12 hrs3 AAInterchangeable!

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector MarketsMarkets

Oil & gas

Petrochemical

Fire service

Utilities

Agriculture

Construction

Steel

Wastewater

Many industrial applications

Oil & gas

Petrochemical

Fire service

Utilities

Agriculture

Construction

Steel

Wastewater

Many industrial applications

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector CompetitionCompetition

Ranges from:4-gas diffusion

4-gas pumped

To:5-gas instruments

5- & 6-gas instruments with color display

5- & 6-gas instruments with PID & IR color display

Be sure to compare apples with apples!

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector Power OnPower On

Operates similarly to Solaris® Multigas DetectorPerforms self-diagnostic check

Display; audible, visual & vibrating alarms; missing sensorsDisplays:

LogoInstrument name & software versionCombustible gas type & toxic units (ppm or mg/m3) Alarm set points (Low, High, STEL, TWA)Calibration cylinder valuesDateLast calibration dateFAS (fresh air setup)

Menu-driven– Follow display instructions– Corresponding buttons

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector AccessoriesAccessories

Galaxy® Automated Calibration SystemBump test & calibration

Record-keeping

Networking

Charging cradleTruck-mount

Desk-mount

Vehicle charger

Sampling accessoriesLines

Probes

Filters

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector MaintenanceMaintenance

Low-level end-user maintenance required Individual sensors Sensor replacement kit Kit filter, gasket, etc. PC board Pump replacement kit Front case with built-in filter Battery

Altair 5 Multigas Detector Altair 5 Multigas Detector WarrantyWarranty

Standard 2-year comprehensive warranty Includes Big FourBig Four sensors

Housing

Electronics

Pump & drive

Charger & rechargeable battery

Meet the MSA Meet the MSA Altair Gas Detection Altair Gas Detection FamilyFamily

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