Altair Pro

Altair Pro General Information

Innovative ALTAIR® Pro toxic gas and oxygen detectors are based on the design of the very popular ALTAIR® Single-Gas Detector, but with added features and functionality. These detectors accurately measure the gas concentration or percent oxygen (depending on model) and display this information on a large, clear, backlit LCD. The ALTAIR® Pro Single-Gas Detector features superior dust and water protection, excellent impact resistance, great RFI performance, and an extremely effective alarm system. Adjustable alarm set points are offered for LOW and HIGH levels on all units. In addition, the toxic gas versions also have TWA and STEL alarm points. A distinct alarm is indicated by two bright flashing LEDs, a piercing audible alarm, a flashing notification on the LCD, and an internal vibrating alarm, helping to ensure that no alarm condition will go by unnoticed. With current sensor options for CO, H2S or O2, the ALTAIR® Pro Single-Gas Detector will provide worry-free performance and stand up to the roughest handling in even the toughest industrial environments. The sensors and battery can easily be replaced to keep the unit performing perfectly for years. Its rubberized armor housing and one-button operation provide the durability and simplicity you expect. The ALTAIR® Pro Single-Gas Detector is designed and built with MSA’s superior quality and is part of the MSA STELLAR® Series, which features a varied selection of single-gas and multigas instruments.

  • 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
  • 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
  • Water and dust-resistance

Altair Pro Calibration guide

  1. Turn on the device by holding down the button on the monitor till the hour glass on the display disappears, other wise it will just shut off.
  2. Once the device is on hold the button for a few seconds till you see Test Gas?
  3. Once you see Test Gas? Hold the button once again for 2-3 seconds.
  4. This will bring up the Test Cal? screen. Press the button to confirm.
  5. FAS? will now appear on the screen. Press the button to confirm. This will zero the device and set the reading to fresh air.
  6. Once done Cal? will appear. Press button to confirm you are ready to calibrate.
  7. Apply the correct gas to the device using the tube.
  8. The device will beep and let you know if the calibration has passed or failed.

Standard Sensor Settings for the MSA Altair Pro

Sensor Type Calibration Gas Value Low Alarm High Alarm TWA Alarm STEL Alarm Part Number
O2 - Oxygen 20.8% O2 19.5% 23.0% N/A N/A 10074137
CO - Carbon Monoxide 60ppm 25ppm 100ppm 25ppm 100ppm 10074135
H2S - Hydrogen Sulfide 40ppm 10ppm 15ppm 10ppm 15ppm 10074136
HCN - Hydrogen Cyanide 10ppm 4.7ppm 10ppm 4.7ppm 10ppm 10076729
Cl2 - Chlorine 10ppm .5ppm 1ppm .5ppm 1ppm 10076716
ClO2 - Chlorine Dioxide 0.8ppm .1ppm .3ppm .1ppm .3ppm 10076717
SO2 - Sulfur Dioxide 10ppm 2ppm 5ppm 2ppm 5ppm 10076736
NO2 - Nitrogen Dioxide 10ppm 2ppm 5ppm 2ppm 5ppm 10076731
NH3 - Ammonia 25ppm 25ppm 50ppm 25ppm 35ppm 10076730