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Highlights & Details
MSA ALTAIR 5X MULTIGAS DETECTOR
- Measure 5 gases simultaneously
- PID sensor 10.6 EV for VOC detection
- Measurement: LEG (pentane), O2, CO, H2S, PID
- Robust housing for hazardous areas
- Complies with ATEX / IECEx
Technical specifications
- Technical specifications
- Drop test 3 m
- Housing Rugged, ruby-armed
- Weight 453 g (without belt clip, PID, or IR sensor)
- Dimensions (L x W x D) 16.9 x 8.9 x 4.2 cm including belt clip, PID,
- Or IR sensor
- Audible alarm >95 dB typical
- Visual alarm 2 ultra-bright LEDs on top
- Standard vibration alarm
- MotionAlert & InstantAlert standard
- Display high-contrast monochrome or color display;
- PID version available with color display only
- Backlight adjustable time-out
- Battery rechargeable Li-ION or AA alkaline
- Run time >20 hours run time @ room temperature
- Charging time <= 6 hours
- Humidity 15–90% RH non-condensing
- Datenlog (customizable) Average of 200 hours
- (at 1-minute intervals)
- Event log standard 1000 events
- Product type
Gas leak detector
- Unit of measurement
CO
Oxygen
Hydrogen sulphide
Sulfur dioxide (SO₂)
Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
- Weight
453 g
- Width
8.9 cm
- Height
16.9 cm
- Length
4.2 cm
IP65
- UKCA
yes
Documents & Downloads
Datasheet
Datasheet 3787072 Gas leak detector MSA ALTAIR 5X CO, Oxygen, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulfur dioxide (SO₂), Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
User & Safety Instructions
User & Safety Instructions 3787072 Gas leak detector MSA ALTAIR 5X CO, Oxygen, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulfur dioxide (SO₂), Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
Conformity certificate
Conformity certificate 3787072 Gas leak detector MSA ALTAIR 5X CO, Oxygen, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulfur dioxide (SO₂), Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
Conformity certificate 3787072 Gas leak detector MSA ALTAIR 5X CO, Oxygen, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulfur dioxide (SO₂), Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
Conformity certificate 3787072 Gas leak detector MSA ALTAIR 5X CO, Oxygen, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulfur dioxide (SO₂), Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
Conformity certificate 3787072 Gas leak detector MSA ALTAIR 5X CO, Oxygen, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulfur dioxide (SO₂), Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
Description
The multi-gas measuring device ALTAIR 5X from MSA is now also available with the PID sensor option. The ALTAIR 5X is based on the most advanced technology available on the market for portable gas measurement technology. It measures up to six gases, is more durable than competitive devices, and with its built-in XCell sensors, PID and Bluetooth technology, offers most of the functions for today's and future needs.
Robustness as a basis
- A pump fitted inside the device with inlet suction pipe reduces the risk of the
Hanging and damage
- Robust housing survives drop test from a height of three meters
- Easy to operate
Performance as a motivation
- Four-year sensor life for LEL, O2, CO (with variants), H2S (with variant), SO2, NO2 and
IR sensors – 60% longer than industry average!
- Three-year sensor life for NH3 and Cl2
- Advanced PID and IR sensor options
- Device warning available only with MSA at the end of the sensor life reduces downtime
- Only available MotionAlert and InstantAlert functions with MSA provide more security
- Consumes 40% less calibration gas per minute than the industry average
Flexibility to meet your needs
- Monitors up to six gases simultaneously
- Exchangeable sensor slots ready for insertion (XCell sensors)
- Wide range of sensors for every need
- Bluetooth connection now standard in all new ALTAIR 5X measuring devices
- New MSA Android APP available for remote monitoring or configuration of measuring devices
- Colour or monochrome display
- Compatible with GALAXY GX2 test stations, MSA Link software and MSA Link Pro device management software
Breakthrough sensor technology
- Sensor response and decay times < 15 seconds for LEL, O2, CO, H2S, NO2 and SO2 – 50% faster than industry average!
- Industry-leading sensitivity calibration in 60 seconds for LEG, O2, CO, H2S, NO2 and SO2
- Typical cost savings of over 50% for test gas, spare sensors and maintenance
- Greater signal stability and repeatability under changing or extreme environmental conditions
The MSA ALTAIR 5X is a portable multi-gas meter for simultaneous detection of up to five gases. It measures flammable gases (0–100% LEL, pentane reference), oxygen (0–30% by volume), carbon monoxide (0–1999 ppm), hydrogen sulphide (0–200 ppm), and volatile organic compounds by PID sensor (10.6 EV, 0–2000 ppm, 0.1 ppm resolution). Ideal for use in industry, hazardous areas and emergency measures.
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Scope of delivery
- MSA ALTAIR 5X GAS METER
- Quick guide
- Charging cradle (depending on configuration)


