New Altair 4 is More Than a Multi-gas Detector

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New Altair 4 is More Than a Multi-gas Detector

29 Jan, 2009

Published over 17 years ago. See the latest and most current information on Gas detector.

MSA Technologies and Enterprise Services GmbH (Auer)
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With the new Altair 4, MSA (Germany) has developed one of the most rugged 4 gas detectors available. Extremely easy-to-use it measures O2, H2S, CO and combustible gas simultaneously. MotionAlert is a feature unique in the world of portable gas detection and is available as an option on the Altair 4. When enabled, this man-down alarm with motion detector alerts anyone in the vicinity if the user is in distress with a high visibility LEDs and a piercing audible alarm. The user can also alert anyone nearby with a 3 second button press, activating the InstantAlert alarm. The Altair 4 comes with a high performance triple alarm system, 24 hour bump test checkmark and comprehensive data-logging facility as standard. The rechargeable battery provides 16 hours of continuous operation with a 4 hour charge time. With reliability a key factor, Altair 4 is features an extremely durable rubberized housing for water and dust ingress protection (IP 67). A large numeric display allows users to view gas concentration, alarm conditions, battery status, set points and peak reading with accuracy and confidence. An intuitive 3 button operation ensures the ALTAIR 4 is extremely easy to use, even when wearing gloves.
The triple alarm system includes a distinctive 95 dB alarm, strong vibrating alarm and super-bright LEDs on the top and bottom to ensure visibility from all angles. A separate LED clearly shows the unit is operating correctly by flashing every 15 seconds.
Simple testing of the detector’s alarms along with response to a known gas concentration can be carried out by the QuickCheck test station. Alternatively, if a stand-alone automated record keeping, calibration,
testing and charging system is required, Galaxy is the Altair 4’s perfect companion.
The versatile Altair 4 can be configured for individual requirements to suit various applications in and beyond various industries including oil and gas, chemicals, iron and steel, utilities, fire service and waste water.

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