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Draeger X-am 5800 Multi Gas Detector
Product Part Number: 3703888
The Drager X-am 5800 introduces advanced connectivity with Bluetooth and Drager Gas Detection Connect integration. It supports up to five sensors and offers simplified data transfer for smarter, faster safety management. The large colour display, intuitive interface, and reliable electrochemical sensors make it a go-to choice for industries prioritizing digital integration, safety analytics, and operational efficiency.
Its intuitive interface and customizable alarm settings enhance user safety by ensuring critical alerts are communicated effectively. Robust and resistant to water and dust, the detector is suitable for a range of industries including petrochemical, chemical, and construction. The Drager X-am 5800 combines durability with precision, helping to protect workers in hazardous environments with reliable gas detection capabilities.
Features of Draeger X-am 5800 Multi Gas Detector
- Cloud-Based Data Analysis: With Bluetooth connectivity, data can be transferred directly to a smartphone, the Drager ConHub, or via X-dock test stations to the Gas Detection Connect cloud, enabling secure, remote data access anytime through a browser.
- Efficient Asset Management: Streamline fleet management with quick tests using the X-dock automatic test station, minimizing gas consumption. Smart software manages assets, performs firmware updates, and uses RFID tracking and color markings. The device’s durable components, including power supply and sensors, are easy to replace, and it comes with a 4-year warranty. Accessories from previous X-am models are also compatible.
- Customizable Gas Monitoring: Lightweight and glove-friendly, the X-am 5800 features large buttons, a clear display, and simple icons. Multiple alarm levels for oxygen provide enhanced safety, while the “Bodyguard” alarm includes a panic alert and motion sensor. Rated for Ex zone 0, it meets IP 68 standards for rugged environments.
- Advanced Sensor Performance: The new CatEx sensor calibrates quickly, withstands shocks, and measures flammable vapors like petrol and diesel. Cross-calibration allows various gases to be specified, while compatibility with IEC 60079-29-1 enhances reliability. Its sensors, resistant to poisoning substances, ensure accurate and cost-efficient operations.
- Sustainability-Focused Design: Designed for long life with rechargeable power, user-replaceable parts, and compatibility with previous accessories. Dräger offers recycling for old devices and eco-friendly packaging that reduces paper use for larger orders.
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Specifications of Draeger X-am 5800 Multi Gas Detector
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H x W x D): | 130 x 48 x 44 mm (5.12 x 1.89 x 1.73”) |
| Weight: | Typically 220 to 250 g, depending on sensor equipment |
| Housing: | Robust 2-component housing |
| Display: | Matrix display with high resolution |
| Temperature: |
-20 to +50°C (Measurement and storage) -20 to +50°C (Use in potentially explosive atmospheres, with PID sensor) -40 to +50°C (Use in potentially explosive atmospheres) |
| Pressure: |
700 to 1,300 mbar (Measurement) 800 to 1,100 mbar (Use in potentially explosive atmospheres) |
| Relative Humidity: | 10 to 95 % r.h., 5 to 95 % r.h. short term |
| Protection Class: | IP68 |
| Visual Alarm: | 3 LED ‘red’ (gas alarms), 3 LED ‘yellow’ (device alarms) |
| Audible Alarm: | Multi-tone > 90 dB at 30 cm |
| Energy Supply: | NiMH battery, rechargeable, replaceable by user |
| Bluetooth: | Bluetooth 5.0 (disabled for some countries outside the EU and North America, but can be retrofitted. Contact DrägerService) |
| Operating Times: |
CatEx: Typically 12 h (Bluetooth® active) PID: Typically 24 h (Bluetooth® active) Infrared sensor: Typically 100 h Operating with electrochemical sensors only: Typically 100 h |
| Charging Time: | < 4 h |
| Ready for Measurement: | < 60 s after switch-on (CatEx and electrochemical sensors) |
| Data Logger: |
Application of an optimised data compression method with high accuracy and large storage capacity. (Typically data compression > 90 % compared to the traditional data logger concept with adjustable interval) |
| Approvals: | ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, EAC, RED, RoHS |
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Additional Information for Draeger X-am 5800 Multi Gas Detector
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Dual Sensors: | ✓ |
| CatEx Fullrange: | ✓ |
| D-Light: | ✓ |
| Internal Pump: | ✗ |
| X-am Pump: | ✓ |
| X-zone 5500 Area Monitoring: | ✗ |
| Bump Test Station: | ✓ |
| X-dock Station: | ✓ |
| Bluetooth: | ✓ |
| Bodyguard Alarm (Panic Alarm / Motionless Detection): | ✓ |
| Smart Configuration in Drager Gas Detection Connect: | ✓ |
| Support of Drager ConHub (Gateway): | ✓ |
Recommended Applications
Daily personal monitoring in industrial plants
Pre-entry testing for confined spaces
Gas testing before hot-work permits
Monitoring during shutdown maintenance
Hazardous area inspections
Chemical storage monitoring
Gas distribution and pipeline work
HVAC duct and ventilation checks
Environmental gas surveys
Waste treatment facility assessments
Recommended Industries
Oil & Gas
Petrochemical Processing
Chemicals & Solvents
Utilities & Power
Construction & Infrastructure
Food & Beverage Facilities
Marine Transport & Shipping
Manufacturing Plants
Water Treatment & Sewage plants
Emergency Response Teams
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About Draeger Brand
Dräger is a worldwide leader in gas detection and industrial safety solutions, renowned for innovation, reliability, and rugged design. The company offers a complete range of portable gas detectors, multi-gas monitors, and single-gas detectors engineered for the toughest industrial environments.
Whether in oil and gas, mining, utilities, or confined space operations, Dräger provides accurate and dependable gas detection solutions that protect lives and assets. Dräger instruments detect a wide variety of toxic and combustible gases, including:
Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S)
Carbon monoxide (CO)
Oxygen (O₂)
Methane (CH₄)
Sulfur dioxide (SO₂)
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Dräger gas detectors are designed for real-world industrial conditions, featuring compact and robust construction, water-resistant housing, intuitive interfaces, and powerful alarms.
Top Dräger Products
1. Dräger X-am 2800 / X-am 5800 Series
Multi-Gas Detector for personal air monitoring
- Detects: Up to 4 or 6 gases (flammable gases/vapors (LEL), O2, H2S, CO, and others like NO2, SO2).
- Key Features: Offers high safety with low operating costs. The X-am 2800 measures up to four gases and is known for its shock-resistant CatEx sensor and digital data transmission capability. The X-am 5800 measures up to six gases and is a system component of the Dräger Gas Detection Connect.
- Ideal for: Personal air monitoring and daily operations in various industries.
2. Dräger Pac 6000 Series
Maintenance-free single gas detector with a 2-year life span
- Gases Available: CO, H2S, O2, or SO2.
- Key Features: Designed for up to two years of continuous operation without maintenance like calibration or battery replacement (depending on the sensor). Extremely robust design to tolerate harsh conditions.
- Ideal for: Personal monitoring and field workers needing a reliable, simple, disposable single-gas solution.
3. Dräger X-am 8000
Multi-Gas Detector with an Integrated Pump
- Detects: Up to seven gases simultaneously (toxic and combustible gases, vapors, and oxygen).
- Key Features: Built-in powerful pump for clearance measurement and remote sampling before entering confined spaces. Features an easy-to-use signaling system for pre-entry checks.
- Ideal for: Confined Space Entry (CSE) applications, clearance measurements, and HAZMAT scenarios where remote sampling is necessary.
4. Dräger X-am 5000 / X-am 5600
Durable Multi-Gas Monitor
- Detects: Up to 5 or 6 gases (flammable gases/vapors (LEL), O2, plus various toxic gases like CO, H2S, CO2, etc.).
- Key Features: Compact and robust design (IP67 rated). The DrägerSensors XXS sensor technology ensures high reliability and low operating costs. The X-am 5600 uses advanced infrared sensor technology and is the smallest instrument for measuring up to six gases.
- Ideal for: Reliable, versatile, and long-term personal monitoring in rough environments for contractors and plant workers.
Where Dräger Gas Detectors Are Used?
Dräger gas detectors are widely used across high-risk industries where continuous monitoring of toxic, combustible, or oxygen-deficient environments is critical for worker safety and regulatory compliance. These compact and reliable devices—including multi-gas detectors like the Dräger X-am 2500, X-am 5000 and single-gas detectors like the Dräger Pac 8000, Pac 8500—are designed for personal protection in both routine operations and emergency situations.
Industries Where Dräger Gas Detectors Are Used
- Oil & Gas Industry
- Chemical & Petrochemical Plants
- Wastewater Treatment & Utilities
- Mining & Underground Operations
- Construction & Industrial Maintenance
- Marine & Offshore Applications
- Firefighting & Emergency Response
- Food & Beverage Industry
Dräger Gas Detector Applications
| Industry | Gases Monitored | Common Dräger Models |
|---|---|---|
| Oil & Gas | H₂S, CO, O₂, CH₄ | Dräger Pac 8000, Pac 8500, X-am 2500 |
| Chemical & Petrochemical | SO₂, NH₃, Cl₂ | Dräger Pac 8000, X-am 2500 |
| Utilities & Water Works | O₂, H₂S, CH₄ | Dräger Pac 8000, Pac 8500 |
| Mining | CH₄, CO, O₂ | Dräger X-am 2500, X-am 5000 |
| Construction | CO, H₂S, O₂ | Dräger Pac 8500 |
| Marine & Offshore | CO, H₂S, SO₂ | Dräger Pac 8000, X-am 2500 |
| Fire & Rescue | CO, O₂, VOCs | Dräger Pac 8000, X-am 2500 |
| Food & Beverage | CO₂, NH₃ | Dräger Pac 8000, Pac 8500 |




