ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector vs AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional)

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The MSA Safety ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector and Autronica Fire & Security AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional) are both fire detection systems products. Key difference: Detection Type — ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector is XCell electrochemical, catalytic bead, PID (optional) vs AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional) at Dual infrared (IR).

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector
AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional)

Specification comparison

Specification ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional)
Detection Type XCell electrochemical, catalytic bead, PID (optional) Dual infrared (IR)
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 -40 to +70 C
Enclosure Rating IP65
Audible Alarm 95 dBA
Operating Voltage 10-26 VDC
Protection Class IP66/IP67

Certification comparison

Certification ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional)
MED — Not listed ✓
SOLAS — Not listed ✓

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Data sources

ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector
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AutroFlame BG-21 Dual IR Flame Detector (Conventional)
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