MSA Portable Instrument Selection Guide

Portable InstrumentSelection Guide

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Finding the right instrument for your needs doesn't have to bedifficult if your first decision is to choose MSA, as this selectionguide will simplify your gas detection decision-making process.With MSA, you also have access to a dedicated, highly-trainedstaff of portable detector selection experts. We encourage you to use these resources. For additional information, simplycall MSA Customer Service at 1-800-MSA-2222 (for InternationalCustomer Service call 1-412-967-3354). In addition to technicalexpertise, they can also provide you with comprehensiveproduct bulletins or contact information for your local MSA distributor.

Purpose of Guide

This guide will quickly and easily help you identify portablegas detection solutions for your specific needs. To assist inthis process, this guide identifies some atmospheric hazardsthat are commonly found within many industries.

The information in this guide is not intended to be all-inclusive in scope or content and is not to be used as a substitute for a comprehensive hazards assessment.Contact MSA for more detailed information. Failure to followthis warning can result in serious personal injury or death.

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Do you need instruments for industrial detection or

homeland security detection?

Industrial detection

Is your equipmentused for personal or for plant protection?

Personal

Homeland securitydetection (CBRN)

see p. 10

PlantConsult MSAPermanent Instruments

Single Multi

Do you need an

internal pump?

Do you need tomonitor for one gas or

multiple gases?

Indicationonly

MSADetectorTubes

Warningalarms only, disposable

MSAALTAIR® Single-Gas Detector

Concentrationdisplay,

maintainable

Use MSA’sUniversal Pump

for your MSAdiffusion

instruments

VOChazards

“Exotic”gases

IR sensor

MSASirius® PID

MSAALTAIR 5X Multi-gas Detector

MSAALTAIR 5X IRMulti-

gas Detector

MSAALTAIR 5X Multi-gas Detector

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No

MSAALTAIR Pro Single-

Gas Detector

Portable Instrument Selection Quick Guide

Hazard Detection PageVOC Detection......................................................5Approvals..............................................................5

Product Section PageMultigas Instruments ..........................................6Single-Gas Instruments.......................................8Calibration ............................................................9CBRN Detection .................................................10Detector Tubes...................................................12

Reference PageGases/Hazards & Industries..............................13Instruments & Industries Tables ................14–19Terms & Abbreviations......................................20

CONTENTS

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ALTAIR 4XMultigas Detector

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* Detector tubes are available for the detection of more than 170 gases.

Portable Gas DetectionInstruments

Features

Single-Gas Multigas

ALTA

IR Pro

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR Single-Ga

s Detector

Detector Tub

es*

ALTA

IR 5X

Multig

as Detector

ALTA

IR 4X

Multig

as Detector

Number of Gases Detected 1 1 1 6 4Number of Sensors Available 10 3 * 14 6

Sens

or O

ptio

ns

Combustible Gases l l

High-Range Methane Detection l

Oxygen l l l l

IR Combustible Gas l

IR Carbon Dioxide l

Toxic—IDLH l l l

Toxic—Non-IDLH l l l

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) l

Chemical Warfare Agents (CWAs) l

Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) l

Phosgene l

And up to two of the following:

Ammonia l

Carbon Monoxide l l

Chlorine l

Chlorine Dioxide l

Hydrogen Cyanide l

Hydrogen Sulfide l l

Nitric Oxide

Nitrogen Dioxide l

Phosphine l

Sulfur Dioxide l

Feat

ures

Analog Display

Digital Display l l

Alarms (Audible & Visual) l l

Vibrating Alarm l l

Hand Held l l

Pocket Sized l

Memory Storage/Data Logging & Data Downloading l l

High RF Protection l l

Multilingual Display l

Lockalarm™ Circuit l l

One-Button Calibration l l l l

Patented Button™ Sensors l l

Pressure-Compensated O2 l l


VOC DetectionInstruments

Features Siriu

s Multig

as Detector

Number of Gases Detected *

Gases Detected

Combustible Gases l

Toxic—IDLH l

Toxic—Non-IDLH l

Oxygen l

Chlorine

Chlorine Dioxide

Hydrogen Sulfide l

Phosphine l

Acetone l

Benzene l

Chlorobenzene l

Cyclohexane l

Heptane l

Hexane l

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK) l

Methyl Tetrabutyl Ether (MTBE) l

Octane l

Propylene l

Toluene l

Trichloroethane l

Many Other VOCs l

Features

Digital Display l

Alarms (Audible & Visual) l

Hand Held l

Memory Storage/Data Logging &Data Downloading l

* Instrument is pre-programmed for direct readings of 100 VOCs. Over 400 VOCs are potentially detectable. For a complete list, contact MSA Customer Service.

Note: detector tubes and sorbent tubes can also be used to identify specific VOCs.

MSAPortable Instrument

Approvals

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PA DEP

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Australia

Instrumen

ts

ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector l l l l

ALTAIR Pro Single-Gas Detector l l l l

ALTAIR 4X Multigas Detector l l l l

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector l l l l

Sirius Multigas Detector l l l

SOLARIS® Multigas Detector l

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Multigas detectors are used primarilyto monitor immediate hazards andcan be used for both continuous andintermittent gas detection.

MSA offers a full line of multigas instrument accessories, including batteries, chargers, pumps, samplelines, and probes.

Multigas Instruments

FeaturesMSA's multigas detectors are equipped with the following features:

• Audible & visual alarms• One-button calibration• Peak readings• STEL & TWA• Lockalarm Circuit feature

(instrument automatically locksin alarm mode when gasexposure level exceeds 100% LEL)

• Continuous pumped operation(as an add-on for someinstruments)

• Rechargeable or alkaline batterypack options

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector with MSA XCell® Sensor TechnologyDriven by the most advanced technology available in any portable gas detector.

lOnly instrument in its class with internally-integrated pump

l Full three-year warranty on LEL, O2, H2S, CO, SO2, and IR sensors

l Rugged housing withstands 10-foot drop test

l Four-year sensor life on LEL, H2S, O2, CO, H2S, SO2, andIR sensors

l Three-year sensor life on NH3 and Cl2

lMSA-exclusive instrument end-of-sensor-life warning

lMSA-exclusive MotionAlert™ & InstantAlert™ features

l 40% less calibration gas used per minute than industry average

l Interchangeable plug-and-play sensor slots

lColor or monochrome display options

lMonitors up to six gases simultaneously

l Industry-first 60-second span calibration time for LEL, O2, CO, H2S, and SO2

l Sensor response and clear times in under 15 seconds on LEL, H2S, O2, CO, H2S, and SO2

l Typical cost savings of over 50% on calibration gas, replacement sensors, and maintenance

lGreater signal stability and repeatability under changing or extreme environmental conditions

For more complete information, see bulletin 0802-46.

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ALTAIR 4X Multigas Detector with MSA XCell Sensor Technology Tough, functional personal multigas detector with typical four-year sensor lifel Fast, high-performing sensors with MSA-exclusive instrument

end-of-sensor life warningl Four-year sensor life, 60% longer than the industry average,

full three-year warranty l Sensor response and clear times under 15 seconds; span calibration

time of 60 seconds l Typical cost savings of over 50% on calibration gas, replacement

sensors, and maintenance lMSA-exclusive MotionAlert & InstantAlert features lHigh-contrast display and three large, rubberized buttons enable easy

operation, even in low-light conditionsl Rugged rubber housing for secure grip and unsurpassed durability

withstands 20-foot drop l 24-hour run time; agency-certified IP67 rating lGreater signal stability and repeatability under changing or extreme

environmental conditions l Two-tox CO/H2S sensor with virtually no cross-channel interference l Sensor digital output reduces RF interference susceptibility



Sirius Multigas Detector One PID, four gases…detects hundreds of chemicalsl Simultaneously detects O2, CO, H2S, combustible gas, and hundreds

of VOCs, including direct readings of 100 pre-programmed gaseslOffers tremendous flexibility in a reliable, durable, easy-to-use unitlUser-friendly softwarel Superior, proprietary PID sensor design (patent-pending) reduces

maintenancel Loud, attention-grabbing double-alarm systeml Interchangeable lithium-ion and alkaline battery packs allow

non-stop operationl Easy calibration; Galaxy® System-compatiblel Long-term storage kit ensures that unit is working properly in case

of an emergency


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Single-gas detectors are an economical way to monitor for a specific single gas. MSA single-gas detectors can be used for continuous monitoring of CO, O2, or H2S. MSA combustible gas detectors can beused to measure methane, pentane, and many other combustible gases.

Single-Gas Instruments


ALTAIR Pro Single-Gas DetectorsInnovative ALTAIR Pro Single- and Multigas Detectors for toxic gas and oxygen detection offer replaceable sensors and batteries, and display gasconcentration or percent oxygen on a large, clear, backlit LCD. ALTAIR Pro Single-Gas Detectors provide worry-free performance and stand up to theroughest handling in the toughest industrial environments. Rubberizedarmor housing and one-button operation provide the durability and simplicity you expect from MSA.l Ease-of-use (one-button operation)lDistinctive alarm systemlAlarm check, bump check, fresh air zero, and calibration made easyl Easily-replaceable, commercially-available batteryl Replaceable sensorsl Built-in IR communication (event and data logging)l Rugged designlWater- and dust-resistant


ALTAIR Single-Gas DetectorThe ALTAIR Single-Gas Detector provides maintenance-free monitoringof carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, or oxygen. A two-year lifespan, coupled with the unit’s high performance, results in one of the mostcost-effective monitors on the market.

lAdvanced design offers superior dust and water protection and highresistance to RFI

l Rubberized housing and one-button operation provide durability and ease of use

l Triple-alarm system features two bright LEDs, piercing audible alarmand vibrating alarms

lAutomatic recording of last 25 alarm eventsl To read data or change alarm set points, simply connect unit to an

MSA infrared adapter using built-in IR communication port


Also available:lALTAIR Pro CO Fire for the fire servicelALTAIR Pro CO Steel with hydrogen-resistant sensor and software that prevents disabling of alarms by userslALTAIR Pro O2-R Oxygen Remote Detector for remote sampling


Instrument Calibration

Galaxy Automated Test System

ALTAIR QuickCheck StationMSA's ALTAIR QuickCheck Station is designed to quickly and economically test MSA ALTAIR and ALTAIR ProSingle Gas Detectors, verifying instrument response to gas (bump check) as well as the functionality of its three alarms (visual, audible, and vibrating). Convenient test station checks instrument’s visual and audible alarms, with test results displayed on Alarm Test LED. Checkmark √ appears on the instrument display for 24 hours after the test is passed.

l Instruments self-record the time, date, andtest results within event logs

l Available in manual and automatic versionsl Quick, easy, and economical bump checks

l Verification of instrument’s total alarm functionality

l Tests and results recorded in instrument’s event log


l Quick, easy setup: easily connect units (test stand and cylinder) with automatic new instrument recognition within yourGalaxy System test bank.

l Expandability: connect up to 10 test stations and three cylinder holders within one Galaxy Test System instrument bank.

l Flexibility: combine multiple test stationmodules including ALTAIR Single-Gas Detectors, ALTAIR 4X and ALTAIR 5X MultigasDetectors, and Sirius Multigas Detector within one Galaxy Test System instrument bank.

l Great accessories: instrument charging, removable memory card, Ethernetnetworking connection, receipt printing,battery-powered use for remote site testing.

l Fast, simultaneous calibration of multipleinstruments, a feature unique to the gasdetection industry.


MSA calibration cylinders are recyclable. Contact MSA Customer Service for additional details.

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Chemical, Biological, Radiological, or Nuclear (CBRN) Detection

HAZMATCAD™ Hazardous Material Chemical Agent Detectorand HAZMATCAD Plus™ Detector with Selected Toxic Industrial ChemicalsReliable CWA detection in easy-to-use handheld deviceslMultigas capability lets you test for more hazards in less timelUses surface acoustic wave (SAW) technology to detect and classify trace

amounts of chemical warfare agents (CWAs), including nerve and blister agentslCan be configured to detect phosgene or hydrogen cyanidelHAZMATCAD Plus Detector detects both CWAs and selected toxic

industrial chemicals (TICs) for multiple threat-detection capabilitiesl Ruggedly constructed, compact and lightweightl Extremely easy to use, requiring no prior training.

Single key press begins automatic sampling and analysislAudible and visual alarmsl Self-diagnostic check during rapid warm-uplAlphanumeric display with LED alarmsl 8 –12 hour operation with rechargeable lithium ion batteries

SAFESITE® Multi-Threat Wireless Detection System The SAFESITE Multi-Threat Wireless Detection System simultaneously monitorsand wirelessly communicates the presence of up to six potential threats, includingchemical warfare agents (CWA), gamma radiation, volatile organic compounds(VOC), toxic industrial chemicals (TIC), combustible gas, and oxygen deficiency.

The SAFESITE System components consist of the SAFEMTX® Multi-Threat Detector, theSAFECOM™ Command Center, and the SAFECONNECT™ Belt- Bridge with Sirius WirelessInterface. The system can be installed permanently (wired or wireless) for continualmonitoring or deployed as a portable system.

The SAFEMTX Multi-Threat Detector uses multi-sensing technologies to detect up to six potential threats; helping first responders, law enforcement, and government agents reduce the risk of exposure and facilitate consequence management. TheSAFEMTX Detector also offers GPS location technology, pumped flow, horn, beacon,interchangeable smart sensors for maximum flexibility, a display lock-out panel whichhides the display during monitoring, and internal diagnostics to identify signal strengthduring system deployment. Power options allow for lithium-ion or alkaline batteries, as well as AC power and 12 VDC vehicle connection.

SAFECOM Command Center (left)

SAFEMTX Multi-Threat Detector (right)

The SAFESITE System combines detection technology with advanced wireless communicationcapabilities to provide superior preventative and counter-measure solutions for:

l Homeland securityl Emergency responsel Public eventsl Building protectionl Mass transportation centers

l Perimeter monitoringl Hazardous responsel Port surveillancel Confined space monitoring

lVapor diffusion check source verifies system performance

l RS-232 and IrDA communication ports store up to 8 hours of data

l Inlet design protects against dust and particulates

For more complete information, see bulletins 0815-25 and 0815-27.


l Manages up to four systems with 16 SAFEMTX Detectorsper system, integrating SAFEMTX Detector data, including:

• Gas readings• Relative CWA threat level• Radiation dose rate• Alarm status• GPS location

l Through the SAFECOM Command Center, alarms are identifiedwith both visual and audible alarms. Alarms can then be acknowledged and silenced, detectors can be enabled and disabled, event logs and event log history can be viewed, plusunits can be customized to suit the specific deployment scenario.

• Battery run time• RF signal strength• Fault conditions• SAFEMTX Detectors min,

minimum, maximum, and average

The SAFECOM Command Center receives mission-critical information from SAFEMTX Detectors and permits this crucial and wide-ranging data to be converted quickly into practical information for rapid decisionmaking through an uncomplicated graphical user interface.

SAFECONNECT™ Belt-Bridge with HAZMATCAD™ Detector Interface and SAFECONFIG™ SoftwareAdvanced threat detection. Superior protection. Portability. Repeater expandability.

The SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridge works with the HAZMATCAD Detector for integration into the MSA SAFESITEMulti-Threat Detection System. Thesenew system components offer up to two miles of wirelesscommunication plus an updated graphical user interface(GUI) which provides all mission-critical information withinone uncomplicated format.SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridgel Interfaces wirelessly to modified HAZMATCAD Detectorsl Provides GPS location tracking in real timeSAFECONFIG Softwarel Configures SAFEMTX Detectors or SAFECONNECT

Belt-Bridges as repeaters, ensuring maximum signalstrength

l Modifies system assignment of SAFEMTX Detectorsl Greatly expands detection distance of SAFESITE System


SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridge with Sirius Wireless Interface The SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridge works with the Sirius Detector for integration into the MSA SAFESITE Multi-Threat Detection System. l Offers up to two miles of wireless communication

plus an updated graphical user interface, whichprovides all mission-critical information within one uncomplicated format.

The Sirius Wireless Interface features an IR link whichgathers the information from the Sirius MultigasDetector (PID, CO, H2S, O2, and combustible gases) and then sends the information to the SAFECONNECTBelt-Bridge via Bluetooth technology.

The SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridge converts the signalfrom the Sirius Wireless Interface and transmits theinformation plus GPS location back to the SAFECOMCommand Center via a 1 watt, spread-spectrum,frequency-hopping, 900 MHz radio.

The SAFECOM Command Center receives the 900 MHz signal from the SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridge and converts it to practical information. The SAFESITE System can display simultaneousinformation from the SAFEMTX Detectors and the Sirius Multigas Detectorfor complete coverage.


ADASHI Response and Command Softwarel Integrates seamlessly with SAFESITE Multi-Threat Detection System sensor datal Provides incident management for all hazardsl Offers plume modeling

Laptop with ADASHI Responseand Command Software

SAFECONNECT™Belt-Bridge withHAZMATCAD™Detector Interface

SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridgewith Sirius Wireless Interface

l Maps SAFEMTX Detectors through GPS technology, specific address inputs, or click-and-drag icons onto images.

l Is also a TCP/IP hub, allowing all information to be placed on a network for remote viewing.

l SAFECONFIG Software works with the SAFECOM Command Center or SAFECONNECT Belt-Bridge, enabling configuration of any SAFEMTX Detector as a repeater. This added capability maximizes deployment range and ensures maximum signalstrength without the need to move units.


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MSA's detector tube pumps can be used with an assortment of MSA detector tubes to spot-test atmospheres for many toxic substances.

Detector Tubes and Pumps

Detector TubeslAvailable for the detection of over 170 gases and vapors

MSA’s Kwik-Ref™ Detector Tube CD-ROM Database lists all tubes available, along with facts on chemical reaction and color changes, interferences, cross-sensitivities, and more.

For more complete information, see bulletin 08-00-02-MC.

Detector Tube PumpsMSA offers both manual and automatic detector tube pumps.


Kwik-Draw® and Kwik-Draw Deluxe PumpsMSA’s Kwik-Draw and Kwik-Draw Deluxe Pumps are designed for one-hand operation and consistent delivery of 100 milliliters by volume sample draw.

Gases/Hazards& Industries

Toxic Gases

Combu

stible Gases

O2Deficienc

y/En

richm

ent

Ammon

ia

Carbon

Dioxide

Carbon

Mon

oxide

Chlorin

e

Chlorin

e Dioxide

Form

alde

hyde

Gam

ma Ra

diation

Hyd

roge

n Cy

anide

Hyd

roge

n Su

lfide

Nerve

/Blister A

gents

Nitr

ic Oxide

Nitr

ogen

Dioxide

Ozo

ne

Phosge

ne

Phosph

ine

Sulfu

r Dioxide

VOCs

Indu

stry

Agriculture l l l l l l l l l

Aviation l l l l

Chemical l l l l l l l l l l

Construction l l l l l

Fire Service l l l l l l l l

Food & Beverage Processing l l l l l l

Foundries l l l l l

HazMat l l l l l l l l l

Heavy Manufacturing l l l

Homeland Security l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l

Iron & Steel l l l l l l l l l l

Mining l l l l l l l l

Nuclear l l l

Oil & Gas/Petrochemical l l l l l l

Paper & Pulp l l l l l

Pharmaceutical l l l l l l l l l

Sand Blasting

Semiconductor l l l l l l

Shipyard/Marine l l l l l

Spray Painting l l l

Utilities l l l l l l l l

Water & Wastewater Treatment l l l l l l l l

Welding l l l l l l

Gases/Hazards

Acetone (C3H6O)Benzene (C6H6)Butane (C4H10)Ethylene (C2H4)Heptane (C7H16)Hexane (C6H14)

Hydrogen (H2)Isobutane (C4H10)Methane (CH4)Pentane (C5H12)Toluene (C7H8)Propane (C3H8)

Monitoring Categories

COMBUSTIBLE GASES TOXIC GASESAmmonia (NH3)Carbon dioxide (CO2)Carbon monoxide (CO)Chlorine (Cl2)Chlorine dioxide (ClO2)Hydrogen cyanide (HCN)Hydrogen sulfide (H2S)

Nitric oxide (NO)Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)Ozone (O3)Phosphine (PH3)Sulfur dioxide (SO2)Phosgene (COCl2)

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Instruments & Industries



Detector Tubes &Calibration

ALTA

IR

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR Pro

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR 5X

Multig

as Detector

ALTA

IR 4X

Multig

as Detector

Siriu

s Multig

as Detector

Calib

ratio

n Ch

eck Ga

s

Detector Tub

es

Application/Task Gas/Hazard

Agric

ultu

re

Chillers NH3 l l l l

Silos/confined space CO2 l l l l l

Forklift operation CO l l l l l l l

Fumigant H2S l l l l l l l

Silos/confined space NO l l

Silos/confined space NO2 l l l l

Silos/confined spaceO2

Deficiency/enrichment

l l l l l l

Insecticide for fumigation PH3 l l l l

Avia

tion

Engine repair & maintenance CO l l l l l l l

CombustibleGases l l l l

Confined spaceO2


l l l l l l

Jet fuel vapors, solvents VOCs l l

Chem

ical

General leak detection CO l l l l l l l

Cl2 l l l l

NH3 l l l

H2S l l l l l l l

NO l l

NO2 l l l l

Confined space, liquid nitrogen carriers/storage, reactor work, tank maintenance, inspection tunnels

O2Deficiency/enrichment

l l l l l l

SO2 l l l l

Organic synthesis operations,liquid-solid separation, cleaning agents VOCs l l l

Cons

truc

tion

Vehicle emissions (diesel exhaust),generators, digging operations,trenching

CO l l l l l l l

Trenching, undergroundconstruction


Digging operations,underground construction H2S l l l l l l l


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ALTA

IR

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR Pro

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR 5X

Multig

as Detector

ALTA

IR 4X

Multig

as Detector

Siriu

s Multig

as Detector

Calib

ratio

n Ch

eck Ga

s

Detector Tub

es


Cons

truc

tion

Diesel exhaust NO l l

NO2 l l l l

Confined spaces, trenching,underground construction


l l l l l l

CO2 l l l

Fire

Ser

vice

Confined space entry (rescue) CO2 l l l

Overhaul, home calls(furnace leaks), trenching CO l l l l l l l

Underground construction,trenching


H2S l l l l l l l

Confined space entry (rescue),underground construction


l l l l l l

Food

& B

ever

age

Proc

essi

ng

Refrigeration facilities& cold storage NH3 l l l l

Breweries & wineries, carbonatedbeverage bottling, fermentationtanks, refrigeration facilities,baking facilities

CO2 l l l

Forklifts CO l l l l l l l

H2S l l l l l l l

Confined space, packaging orgassing foods


l l l l l l

PH3 l l l l

Foun

drie

s

Furnace operation, coremaking,metal preparation & pouring CO l l l l l l l


Coremaking H2S l l l l l l l

NO l l

NO2 l l l l

SO2 l l l l

Confined spaceO2


l l l l l l






ALTA

IR

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR Pro

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR 5X

Multig

as Detector

ALTA

IR 4X

Multig

as Detector

Siriu

s Multig

as Detector

Calib

ratio

n Ch

eck Ga

s

Detector Tub

es


Haz

Mat

Hazmat Response NH3 l l l l

CO l l l l l l

Cl2 l l l l

CombustibleGases l l l

Formaldehyde l

H2S l l l l l l

PH3 l l l l

SO2 l l l l

VOCs l l

Confined space,underground construction,trenching


l l l l l

Hea

vy M

an-

ufac

turin

g

Manufacturing processemissions, forklift &crane operations

Various Gases l l

Iron

& S

teel

Blast furnace operation& maintenance, coke oven& converter operation,furnace & gas pipeline leaks,coking operations

CO l l l l l l

CombustibleGases l l l

Coking operations H2S l l l l l l

SO2 l l l l

Welding NO l l

NO2 l l l l

Confined space O2 l l l l l

Motor maintenance &cleaning, coke oven emissions VOCs l

Min

ing

Confined space “Black Damp”O2 deficiency l l

Mechanized coal cutting“Fire Damp”

(CombustibleGases)

l l

Mining process “Stink Damp”H2S l l l

Result of combustion (fire),diesel-powered machinery,confined space, blasting

“White Damp”CO l l l

CO2 l l l


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ALTA

IR

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR Pro

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR 5X

Multig

as Detector

ALTA

IR 4X

Multig

as Detector

Siriu

s Multig

as Detector

Calib

ratio

n Ch

eck Ga

s

Detector Tub

es


Min

ing Diesel exhaust NO l l

Diesel-powered machinery, blasting NO2 l l l l

Nuc

lear

Confined spaceO2


l l l l l l

Oil

& G

as/P

etro

leum

Petroleum refining NH3 l l l l

Incomplete combustion,conversion,coking, general processing,leak detection

CO l l l l l l l

Conversion processes, isomerization,leak detection, catalytic reforming,treatment processes


Refining process,general leak detection,treatment processes,crude separation, drilling rigs

H2S l l l l l l l

Confined space, tank-cleaningoperations, enclosed buildings orstructures

O2 l l l l l l

Refining process,process stream sample collection,general plant operations

VOCs l l

Pape

r & P

ulp

Paper production (bleaching) Cl2 l l l l

ClO2 l l l

Wood preparation,pulping, wood dust sampling

Dust & Particulate

Chemical pulping, Kraft pulping H2S l l l l

SO2 l l l

Paper production (coating & drying) VOCs l l l

Phar

mac

eutic

al

Manufacturing NH3 l l l l

Cl2 l l l l


Formaldehyde l

H2S l l l l l l l

SO2 l l l l

Drying, milling & blending operations Dust & Particulate

Chemical synthesis, tank-cleaning,enclosed buildings or structures


l l l l l l

Organic synthesis, liquid-solidseparation, compounding,granulating & tablet-coatingoperations, drying & packaging

VOCs l l






ALTA

IR

Sing

le-Gas Detector

ALTA

IR Pro

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SO2 l l l l

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ALTA

IR

Sing

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ALTA

IR Pro

Sing

le-Gas Detector

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Exposure Limits Terms and Abbreviations IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health)*– The maximum concentration of a substance (gas) from which a worker could escape within 30 minutes without developing immediate, severe, or irreversible health effects or otherescape-impairing symptoms. IDLH levels are measured in ppm (parts per million).*

PEL (Permissible Exposure Limit) – An airborne contaminant concentration of contaminant to which most workers can be exposed repeatedly in a normaleight-hour day, in a 40-hour week, without adverse health effect. PEL levels aremeasured in ppm (parts per million) and are established by OSHA.

PPM (Parts Per Million) – The most common unit of measurement for toxic gases. “10,000 parts per million” gas concentration equals 1% by volume.

TLV (Threshold Limit Value)* – The airborne concentration of substances to which most workers can be repeatedly exposed over a working lifetime withoutadverse effects. * As defined by ACGIH (American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists).

Three categories of TLVs:

TLV – TWA (Time Weighted Average) – The average amount of gas to which workers can be repeatedly exposed in a normal eight-hour day, in a 40-hour week, without adverse health effects.

TLV – STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) – The gas concentration to which most workers can be continuously exposed for a 15-minute time period without suffering adverse health affects that would impair self-rescue or worker safety. This limit should not be repeated more than four times per day; at least 60 minutes should elapse between individual STEL exposure periods.

TLV – C (Ceiling) – The highest gas concentration to which workers may beexposed. Ceiling TLVs should never be exceeded and take precedence over all TWAs and STELs.

LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) – The lowest concentration of a gas or vapor that willignite and sustain combustion. “Percent LEL” is a common unit of measurement forcombustible gas detection.

UEL (Upper Explosive Limit) – The maximum concentration at which a gas willsustain combustion.

Oxygen Deficient Atmosphere – An atmosphere containing less than 19.5%oxygen by volume. (Possesses a risk of insufficient oxygen for breathing.)

Oxygen Enriched Atmosphere – An atmosphere containing more than 25%oxygen by volume. (Possesses an increased risk of explosion.)

Cross-Sensitivity As sensor output is driven by chemical reactions, circumstance exist where gasesother than those being monitored will cause instrument display readings. Known as cross-sensitivity, users should be aware of this potential when selecting aninstrument. For more information, consult your instrument technical manual orcontact MSA Customer Service.

Note: This bulletin contains only a general description of the products shown.While uses and performance capabilities are described, under no circumstances shall the products be used by untrained or unqualified individuals and not untilthe product instructions including any warnings or cautions provided have been thoroughly read and understood. Only they contain thecomplete and detailed information concerning proper use andcare of these products.

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