Overview
The MSA 494716 is a mains-powered battery charger from the Omega series, purpose-built for 12VDC rechargeable batteries in portable air sampling instruments. This unit converts standard 120V-AC wall power to regulated 12VDC charging output, making it ideal for fast turnaround charging of pump batteries in industrial hygiene and environmental monitoring applications.
Key Features
- 120V-AC mains input (50/60 Hz compatible)
- 12VDC regulated output at 0.50A
- Compact tabletop form factor for lab or field use
- Dual-rate charging capability (Rev.6 design)
- Designed for NiCad and sealed lead-acid battery packs
- Thermal protection and status indication
Technical Specifications
- Input Voltage: 120V-AC, 50/60 Hz
- Output Voltage: 12VDC
- Output Current: 0.50A
- Part Number: MSA 494716
- Revision: Rev.6
- Brand: MSA / Omega
- Application: Portable air sampling pump batteries
Typical Applications
This charger is widely used in:
- Escort Elf personal sampling pump battery charging
- Industrial hygiene field monitoring equipment
- Environmental air quality sampling
- Occupational safety monitoring systems
- Mold and particulate sampling pumps
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- MSA Escort personal sampling pumps
- Zefon Escort Elf pump systems
- Portable NiCad and sealed lead-acid 12V battery packs
- Standard 120V-AC wall outlets (US/North America)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- MSA 494716 (all revisions)
- Earlier Omega series chargers (verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering)
Works With
- Escort and Elf portable sampling pump models
- NiCad rechargeable battery packs
- Sealed lead-acid 12VDC batteries
