Overview
The MSA 10005071 Type MK3 DragonFly is a proven Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) engineered for professional first responders, firefighters, and rescue personnel. This stand-alone unit combines reliable motion detection with user-friendly activation mechanisms to ensure rapid deployment in emergency and operational situations. MSA’s DragonFly series represents decades of safety expertise in high-risk environments.
Key Features
- Tethered Key Activation: Automatic activation when key snaps off from attachment point (jump seat, locker, or vehicle)
- Patented Gyro-Trac Motion Sensor: Uses flexible circuit board and phosphor bronze bearing to prevent false alarms
- Multi-Stage Alert System: Pre-alarm chirp after 18 seconds of no motion; escalates to higher-volume bursts and full alarm activation
- Manual Override: Easily accessible reset button and manual activation button on alarm module
- Robust Construction: Designed for durability in harsh operational conditions
Technical Specifications
- Model: Type MK3
- Part Number: 10005071
- Device Type: Stand-alone Personal Alert Safety System (PASS)
- Activation Method: Tethered key with instant snap-off trigger
- Motion Detection: Gyro-Trac technology
- Pre-Alarm Delay: 18 seconds of inactivity
- Full Alarm: Activated after 21 seconds of no motion
- Application: Firefighting, rescue operations, first response
Typical Applications
- Firefighting and structural rescue operations
- Hazmat response teams
- EMS and first responder units
- Industrial confined-space entry
- Vehicle extrication and emergency response
- Underground and mine rescue operations
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- MSA self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) systems
- Standard firefighting equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- First responder safety protocols and procedures
- Jump seat, locker, and vehicle mounting systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- MSA 10005072 (earlier DragonFly SA variant)
- Other stand-alone PASS devices in equivalent class
Works With
- MSA safety equipment ecosystem
- Standard firefighting and rescue operational gear
- Emergency response coordination systems
- NFPA-compliant safety procedures
