The ALTAIR io 4 is a secure, smart gas detector with out-of-the-box connectivity packed into an ultra-rugged design. It features our XCell sensor platform which continues to lead the industry in lifetime and durability. The ALTAIR io 4 was designed from the ground up to work seamlessly with the MSA Grid and the ALTAIR io Dock, providing hassle-free compliance, effortless fleet management and incredible visibility into your worker safety that you've never had before.
- Available through MSA+, our comprehensive subscription program including hardware and software, gives you access to powerful cloud-based solutions enabling faster implementation, increased warranty coverage and automatic software and firmware upgrades – with minimal capital expense
- Designed with fully integrated connectivity for real-time visibility across your worksites from day one
- CAT-M LTE cellular connectivity and integration with the MSA Grid
- Deploys in seconds, right out of the box - No IT required
- Rugged, durable design and industry-leading XCell® Sensors
- Survives a 25-foot drop test and breakthrough sensor design enables faster response and shorter span calibrations
- 1 to 4 gas options available, and sensor options include: Combustible (LEL), Oxygen, Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen Sulfide, Methane, Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrogen Dioxide, H2S Low-Concentration, CO, Hydrogen-Resistant SO2
Applications
- Emergency Response
- Turnarounds & Plant Maintenance
- Confined Space
Approvals / Standards
- FCC and Industry Canada
- Class I, Zone 0, AEx da ia IIC Ga T4
- Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C and D T4 -20C to +55C
Data Logging
- Minimum 90-day cloud-synced data logs. Device data synced and stored in customer Grid account.
Markets
- General Industry
- Oil & Gas
- Utilities
- Fire Service
- Mining
- Construction
Size
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 7.8 x 3.9 cm (4.6 x 3.1 x 1.5 in)
- Weight: 261 grams (9 oz)
Battery & Charging
- Battery: 2 Ah Rechargeable
- Charge Time: Typical full charge is 4 hours at room temperature
- Charging Temperature Range: 0°C-40°C
- Battery Life: LTE-M: 17 hours typical (LTE-M)*, 2G: 16 hours typical
- Actual battery run-time will vary depending on factors including cellular coverage, GPS coverage, ambient temperature, usage, active alerts, acknowledgment delay of alerts, location changes, RFID reading, gas readings, device navigation, battery age, and battery cycles.
Durability
- Exceeds 26 drops from 4 feet (1.2 m) (MIL-STD-810G 516.6 Transit Drop)
- Capable of surviving an incidental 25 foot (7.5 m) drop onto concrete
- Survives 60 minutes in NFPA 1982-2018 tumble tester
- Dust and waterproof IP68 rating (2 m for 1 hour)
Location Awareness
- GNSS: Concurrent GNSS (GPS and GLONASS)
- GPS Update Frequency: 30 seconds*
- Location is updated every 30 seconds when a position is acquired. When no position is acquired, the device searches for a location every five minutes to conserve battery life of the device.
GPS Accuracy: 2.5 meters*
- GPS accuracy will be influenced by surroundings, infrastructure, & environmental conditions
Connectivity
- RFID Reader: Used by MSA id Tags for digital device assignment & DOCK communication
- Cellular: LTE-M / 2G Fallback
- Cellular Provider: Eseye AnyNet Connectivity
- Bluetooth: v4.1 Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE)
Sensor Life
| Gas | Type | Typical Sensor Life* | Range | Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combustible | Catalytic | 5 Years | 0-100% LEL or Varying Vol % | 1% LEL or 0.05 Vol % |
| O2 | Electrochemical | 7 Years | 0 – 30 Vol % | 0.1 Vol % |
| CO | Electrochemical | 7 Years | 0 – 1,999 ppm | 1 ppm |
| H2S | Electrochemical | 7 Years | 0 – 199 ppm | 1 ppm |
| H2S Low Concentration | Electrochemical | 7 Years | 0 – 99.9 ppm | 0.1 ppm |
| NO2 | Electrochemical | 7 Years | 0 – 50 ppm | 0.1 ppm |
| CO – Hydrogen Resistant | Electrochemical | 7 Years | 0 – 1,999 ppm | 1 ppm |
* Typical sensor life can vary due to environmental conditions and / or combustible sensor poisoning