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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS MSA
52 ALTAIR 5 - Operating Manual
5. Technical Specifications/Certifications
5.1. Technical Specifications
Weight
0.45 kg (1 lb) - instrument with battery and clip
(ALTAIR 5)
Weight
(with IR Sensor)
0.52 kg/1.15 lb
Dimensions
(cm)
17 x 8.87 x 4.55 pumped, without belt clip (ALTAIR 5)
17 x 8.87 x 4.01 diffusion, without belt clip (ALTAIR 5)
Dimensions
(with IR Sensor)
17 x 8.94 x 4.88 cm
Alarms
LEDs, audible alarm, vibrating alarm
Volume of
audible alarm
95 dB typical
Displays
Monochrome
Colour
Battery types
Rechargeable Li ION battery
Replaceable AA alkaline (ALTAIR 5 only)
Li ION battery can not be charged in Ex area.
Instrument run
time
14 + hours at 25 °C (77°F) ALTAIR 5
12+ HOURS at 25 °C (77°F) ALTAIR 5IR
Charging time
≤ 6 hours
The maximum safe area charging voltage
Um = 6.7 Volts D.C.
Temperature
range
-20 °C to 50 °C (-4°F – 122°F) Monochrome display
-10° C to 50 °C (14°F – 122°F) Colour display
-20°C to 40°C (- 4°F – 104°F)
for instruments with NH3 or ClO
2
sensors
Humidity range
15 - 90% relative humidity, non-condensing,
5 - 95% RH intermittent
Atmospheric
pressure range
80 kPa to 120 kPa (11.6 to 17.4 PSIA)
Ingress
protection
IP 65
Measuring
methods
Combustible gases: Catalytic sensor
Oxygen and Toxic gases Electrochemical sensor
Warranty
Standard two years. Extended options available
(see full warranty for specific limitations).