ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector vs Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP

Fire Detection Systems comparison · 2 products · View all Fire Detection Systems

The MSA Safety ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector and Autronica Fire & Security Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP are both fire detection systems products.

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector

Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector

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Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP

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Autronica Fire & Security ·

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Specification comparison

Specification	ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector	Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP
Detection Type	XCell electrochemical, catalytic bead, PID (optional)
Gases Detected	Up to 6: LEL, O2, CO, H2S, SO2/NO2 (optional PID for VOCs)
Weight	335 g
Dimensions	131 x 75 x 42 mm
Battery Life	18 hours
Temperature Range	-40 to +60 C
Enclosure Rating	IP65
Audible Alarm	95 dBA
Sound Output		100 dBA at 1m
Protection Class		IP65
Mounting		Loop mounted

Certification comparison

Certification	ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector	Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP
MED	— Not listed	✓
SOLAS	— Not listed	✓

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Data sources

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector

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Addressable Sounder BBR-230/IP

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