NEW MSA 488543 KWIK-DRAW PUMP USA 14236 GAS DETECTOR TUBE 12:48

BRAND: MSA
MODEL: 488543
KWIK-DRAW PUMP
SER NO: 14236
GAS DETECTOR TUBE
MFG : MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES COMPANY
MADE IN USA

The MSA Kwik-Draw Pump (Part # 488543) is a professional-grade, handheld bellows pump designed for the precise and rapid sampling of air using Gas Detector Tubes (Part # 14236 and others). This system provides a simple, reliable, and cost-effective method for determining the concentration of specific gases and vapors in an environment without needing electronic sensors or calibration.

It is an essential tool for industrial hygienists, safety managers, and first responders who need to quickly assess potential atmospheric hazards.

Key Features & Benefits

• Simple, One-Handed Operation: The unique Kwik-Draw design allows the user to draw an air sample with a single, smooth motion. There are no complex steps, buttons, or power sources required.

• Fast & Reliable Results: Provides direct-reading measurements in just a few minutes. The system is mechanically simple, meaning fewer points of failure compared to electronic detectors.

• Intrinsically Safe: As a purely mechanical device with no electrical components, it is safe to use in potentially explosive atmospheres.

• Durable Construction: Built with a robust housing and a long-lasting bellows system designed to withstand the demands of industrial and field use.

• Pre-Calibrated Tubes: When used with the corresponding MSA detector tubes, the pump ensures accurate and pre-calibrated measurements. Each tube is specific to a target gas.

• Easy-to-Read Scale: The pump features a built-in tube breaker and a clear viewing window, making it easy to prepare the tube and read the colorimetric change.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: MSA Safety (Made in USA)

• Pump Model: Kwik-Draw

• MSA Part Number: 488543

• Compatible Tubes: Designed for use with MSA Kwik-Draw gas detector tubes, including but not limited to tube number 14236.

• Sample Volume: Draws a consistent 100 cc air sample per stroke (standard for most tubes).

• Operation: Manual, mechanical bellows pump.

• Typical Applications: Spot-checking for gas leaks, confined space entry testing, industrial hygiene surveys, and emergency response.

About the Compatible Gas Detector Tube: MSA 14236

• Tube Part Number: 14236

• Target Gas: Please note that the specific gas for tube #14236 is not universally standardized and must be verified with the supplier. Common gases for tubes in this numbering series include Carbon Monoxide (CO), Ammonia (NH3), or Sulfur Dioxide (SO2). It is critical to confirm the target gas before use.

• How it Works: The glass tube is filled with a chemical reagent that is specific to the target gas. When a measured air sample is drawn through the tube using the Kwik-Draw pump, a chemical reaction occurs, causing the reagent to change color. The length of the color stain corresponds to the gas concentration, which is read directly from the scale printed on the tube.

• Measurement Range: The measurable concentration range (e.g., 5-150 ppm) is printed on the tube’s box and instructions.

Intended Use & Applications

This pump and tube system is ideal for:

• Leak Detection: Quickly locating and quantifying leaks of specific gases in pipelines or process equipment.

• Confined Space Entry: Pre-entry checks and atmospheric monitoring in tanks, manholes, and silos.

• Industrial Hygiene: Measuring worker exposure to hazardous vapors over a short period.

• Emergency Response: Rapid identification and measurement of unknown or suspected gas releases.