Collection: Portable Gas Detection

MSA offers a complete line of calibration gas cylinders to calibrate all instruments. The gas mixture in calibration gas cylinders is certified to be prepared gravimetrically, using NIST traceable weights. The lot number and nominal value of the gas constituents in volume, percent by mass, PPM, or volume is specified on the cylinder.

MSA Galaxy GX2 provides automated calibration of MSA ALTAIR Gas Detector fleet.

Simplicity counts with the MSA GALAXY® GX2 Automated Test System for advanced safety management and effortless operation. The GALAXY GX2 Automated Test System provides simple, intelligent testing and calibration of MSA ALTAIR® and ALTAIR PRO Single-Gas Detectors and ALTAIR 4X and ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detectors. Easy-to-use automated test stand offers high performance as either stand-alone unit or integrated portable detector management system, enabling total data access and control of the MSA ALTAIR family Gas Detector fleet. New MSA Link™ Pro Software for proactive safety management; gas exposure email alerts, direct data input, live filtering, test and exposure queries, collecting and printing reports.

• Color touch screen for ease of setup and viewing
• Extremely simple to use; testing starts automatically without touching a single button
• Simultaneous testing of up to ten instruments
• GALAXY GX2 System is optimized for use with MSA’s XCell® Sensors; provides up to 50% cost of ownership reduction
• At-a-glance indicators include low calibration gas volume, expiration warnings and test stand status.
• MSA Link Pro Software provides proactive safety management, dashboard overview and total record-keeping
• 18 languages available for test stand and MSA Link Pro Software that simplifies usage and reduces training

Outfitted with rapid-response MSA XCell® sensors, the ALTAIR 4XR Gas Detector is the toughest 4-gas monitor on the market and is backed by a 4-year warranty.

Rugged:

• Survives 25 drops from 4 feet (1.2 meters) (MIL-STD-810G drop protection)
• Can survive an incidental 25-foot (7.5-m) drop onto concrete
• Dust- and waterproof IP68 rating (2 meters for at least 1 hour)
• Operating temperature range: -40°F to +140°F (-40°C to +60°C)

Reliable:

• 4-year instrument & sensor warranty
• Sense gas 2 times faster than the industry average with our XCell sensors
• Confirm compliance quickly with the Bump LED & on-screen checkmark
• Bump and calibrate with 1/2 the test gas and in 1/2 the time vs. industry average
• Bump and calibrate at a specified “Time of Day” with your MSA GALAXY® GX2 Automated Test System
• MotionAlert option tells others that user has become immobile
• User-activated InstantAlert notifies others of a potentially dangerous situation

Markets:
Fire Service, Contractor, Industrial, Mining, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Toxic Atmosphere IDLH, Toxic Atmosphere non-IDLH

Applications:
Confined Space, Combustible Detection, Oxygen Detection, Toxic Detection

Designed for superior lifespan—patented sensors operate for over two years—and high performance, the ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector is the smart choice for market-leading, cost-effective gas monitors. Features sensor options for carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, and oxygen coupled with LED/audible/vibrating alarms. Superior dust/water protection, high RFI resistance, and one-button operation provide heightened safety, plus increased durability and ease-of-use.

• Sensor options for CO, H2S, and O2
• Patented electrochemical sensors and MSA-built button sensors
• Stainless steel and solid electrolyte construction virtually eliminate sensor leakage
• Automatically records the last 25 alarm/test events and can communicate data by connecting to – MSA Link via built-in IR communication port
• No-miss triple alarm system includes bright flashing LEDs, piercing audible alarm, and an internal vibrating alarm
• Rubberized armor housing and one-button operation for maximum durability and simplicity

Based on the industry-standard ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector—but with added features and functionality—ALTAIR Pro toxic gas and oxygen detectors combine reliable detection and LED/audible/flashing/vibrating alarms with clear, backlit LCD displays.

Electrochemical sensors measure concentrations of toxic gas (chlorine dioxide, hydrogen cyanide and phosphine) or percent oxygen. Purpose-built for superior dust and water protection, excellent impact resistance and excellent RFI performance.

• Unit detects O2, ClO2, HCN and PH3
• Gas concentration (chlorine dioxide, hydrogen cyanide and phosphine) or percent oxygen displayed on a large, clear, backlit LCD
• Automatically records the last 50 alarm/test events while simultaneously recording peak gas readings or low O2 readings every three minutes in a periodic data log
• User can read data or change alarm set points by connecting unit to MSA Link via built-in IR communication port
• Adjustable alarm set points
• No-miss quad alarm system includes bright flashing LEDs, piercing audible alarm, LCD notification, and an internal vibrating alarm
• Rubberized armor housing and one-button operation for maximum durability and simplicity
• Easy alarm check, bump check, fresh air zero, and calibration
• Easily replaceable batteries and sensors

The ALTAIR 5X Gas Detector is capable of measuring up to 6 gases simultaneously and is now available with integrated PID sensor for VOC detection. Driven by advanced MSA XCell® Sensor Technology, the ALTAIR 5X Gas Detector delivers faster response time, better stability, accuracy, longer service life, and cost savings over the life of the instrument.

• High performance XCell Sensors last longer:
  • Typical life greater than 4 years for combustible, O2, CO/H2S, SO2, CO/NO2 and CO (high concentration) sensors.
  • Typical life greater than 3 years for NH3 and Cl2 sensors.
  • Most sensor response and clear times <15 seconds.
• Less calibration gas used:
  • Requires about half of test gas typically used for calibration and bump tests.
  • Rapid bump test gives results in less than 10 seconds for most common sensor configurations.
  • Span calibration time of 60 seconds for most common sensor configurations.

• Detects combustible gases in LEL and/or volume percentage range, oxygen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxide, ammonia, chlorine, VOCs, and many others depending upon sensor configuration.
• Rugged overmolded polycarbonate housing provides unsurpassed durability, including ability to survive 10-ft. (3m) drop; IP65-certified.
• Field-proven integral pump provides consistent gas flow, eliminating concerns of externally- attached components.
• High performance XCell Sensors last longer
• Less calibration gas used:
• MotionAlert feature option tells others that user has become immobile.
• InstantAlert feature provides manual alarm to alert others as to a potentially hazardous situation.
• PID option allows for accurate, reliable VOC response with programmable reference factors.
• Large buttons and bright display provide easy operation, even when users wear gloves.
• Exclusive end-of-sensor warning cautions users when unit’s sensor nears end-of-life.
• Compatible with GALAXY® GX2 Test System and MSA Grid software