The new MSA Altair 5X Multigas Detector raises the bar once again with 5-gas capability, more than 17 preprogrammed languages, high-resolution, crisp display, and MSA’s exclusive MotionAlert and InstantAlert features. Many great features plus the outstanding durability and performance you expect from MSA.
The real strength of the Altair 5X Multigas Detector comes from new sensor technology. MSA XCell Sensors have a typical life of more than double the industry average, and are engineered using MSA’s proprietary application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) design. By miniaturizing the sensors’ controlling electronics and placing them inside the sensor itself, MSA XCell Sensors offer superior stability, accuracy, and repeatability.
MSA XCell Sensors are a breakthrough in chemical and mechanical sensor design, enabling faster response and span calibration times. With less time spent on calibration and bump tests, you save calibration gas, maintenance costs, and in turn, save money. But most importantly, in your industry, saving seconds on response time can also mean saving lives. In addition to MSA XCell Sensors, the ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector can also be equipped with our wide variety of IR sensors covering many gases and ranges including CO2.
The MotionAlert feature is ideal for confined space applications. When activated, it signals a “man down” alarm if no motion is detected for 30 seconds. The InstantAlert feature allows users to manually activate an audible alarm to alert those around them to potentially dangerous situations.
Using a portable gas detector should never be a challenge! MSA has designed the Altair 5X Multigas Detector with the same ease-of-use logic to ensure that minimal user training, interaction, or maintenance, is required. The intuitive menu-driven display and 3 large and tactile buttons make operation easy – even while wearing gloves. Numerous customization options are offered to fit many budgets and experience levels, from personal monitoring and pre-entry checks within confined space to industrial hygienist use.
The Altair 5X Multigas Detector is Galaxy® System-compatible for easy calibration and record keeping. Vibrating alarm and datalogging are standard features, and the unit is MSA Link™ Software ready for easy transfer of stored information to a connected PC. The ergonomically designed rubber overmolded housing provides unsurpassed durability, is IP65-rated for dust and water ingress, and passes a 6-foot drop test. The unit is also equipped with a 95+ dB audible alarm and ultra-bright alarm LEDs for maximum visibility.
 
Features
Logo display screen customization
MotionAlert and InstantAlert features standard
MSA Link Software with multi-language capability
Galaxy Test System-compatible
Triple alarms at 95 dB+
Durable rubber/synthetic over-molding
Intuitive 3-button operation
Unit passes 6-foot drop test; IP65-rated for water/dust ingress
Real-time on-line monitoring capability with MSA Link Software
2-year comprehensive warranty for standard models
Options
High-resolution monochrome display screen
Many e-chem sensor options
Integral pump or diffusion option
Rechargeable lithium-ion or alkaline battery options
17-language display capability