Filter Fits
Here are Todays Excellent Filter Fits Deals
 |
 WF285 for Whirlpool 4396508 Filter Fits 4392857 46 9902 $21.75 Time Remaining: 26d 20h 33m Buy It Now for only: $21.75 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 36 $337.00 Time Remaining: 50m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDC I 36 $319.00 Time Remaining: 1h 26m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 2 PACK WF285 for Whirlpool Filter 4396508 fits 46 9902 $41.45 Time Remaining: 7d 16h 24m Buy It Now for only: $41.45 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 36 $337.00 Time Remaining: 1h 39m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 33001808 Maytag Dryer Lint Screen Filter fits Neptune $8.50 Time Remaining: 14d 7h 7m Buy It Now for only: $8.50 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Stove Vent LED Touch Screen C CI 36 $318.00 Time Remaining: 38m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent KDAI 36 $318.95 Time Remaining: 53m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 3 PACK WF285 For Whirlpool Filter 4396508 fits 46 9902 $59.99 Time Remaining: 27d 15h 5m Buy It Now for only: $59.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Euro Style Kitchen 30 island range hood Stainless Glass Vent 840CFM KDA I 30 $325.95 Time Remaining: 2h 7m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 2PACK Whirlpool Kenmore PUR Filter 4396710 4396711 9030 $52.54 Time Remaining: 26d 12h 29m Buy It Now for only: $52.54 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent KDAW 30 $229.95 Time Remaining: 1h 57m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent KDAI 30 $316.95 Time Remaining: 2h 12m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 WF289 Water Filter for Samsung DA29 00003B DA29 00003G $23.40 Time Remaining: 11h 21m Buy It Now for only: $23.40 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent KDAI 36 $318.95 Time Remaining: 2h 15m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 NEW FRIGIDAIRE WATER FILTER WF2CB $31.50 Time Remaining: 23d 14h 57m Buy It Now for only: $31.50 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 STAINLESS STEEL WALL MOUNTED RANGE HOOD FAN $102.50 (37 Bids) Time Remaining: 16h 42m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 STAINLESS STEEL WALL MOUNTED RANGE HOOD FAN $38.33 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 16h 54m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Genuine Whirlpool PUR Water filter 4396841 fits T2RFWG2 $29.49 Time Remaining: 20d 10h 13m Buy It Now for only: $29.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 40 PRO Stainless Range Hood Insert 1200 cfm Cera 4018 $639.00 Time Remaining: 5h 40m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Whirlpool OEM Genuine Valve W10408179 fits 4389177 2188622 2315534 $46.40 Time Remaining: 25d 13h 25m Buy It Now for only: $46.40 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Washing Machine White Pair Plastic Nylon Filter Mesh Bags $3.92 Time Remaining: 1h 11m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Stove Vent LED Touch Screen KDCI 36 $318.00 Time Remaining: 3h 25m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Frigidaire PureSource2 Refrigerator Water Filter WF2CB $31.95 Time Remaining: 1d 6h Buy It Now for only: $31.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 36 $337.00 Time Remaining: 3h 22m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Whirlpool Kenmore PUR Filter 4396710 4396711 46 9030 $29.44 Time Remaining: 20d 12h 13m Buy It Now for only: $29.44 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 30 $337.00 Time Remaining: 3h 25m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDA I 30 $325.95 Time Remaining: 3h 28m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 2 PACK UKF8001 UKF8001P Maytag Puriclean II Refrigerator Filter UKF8001AXX $61.49 Time Remaining: 14d 5h 42m Buy It Now for only: $61.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent Kitchen Fan KDA W 30 $234.00 Time Remaining: 3h 24m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Aftermarket Water Filter Replacement for 4396508 Filter WSW 1 $21.70 Time Remaining: 29d 6h 13m Buy It Now for only: $21.70 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent LED KDA IS2 30 $336.95 Time Remaining: 3h 23m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDC I 36 $319.00 Time Remaining: 3h 46m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 240531101 241734301 OEM TRIPLE SOLENOID WATER INLET VALVE FACTORY FRIGIDAIRE $27.90 Time Remaining: 24d 8h 35m Buy It Now for only: $27.90 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 30 $337.00 Time Remaining: 3h 59m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 NEWEST VERSION OEM PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED Frigidaire Puresource2 WF2CB $33.99 Time Remaining: 26d 6h 35m Buy It Now for only: $33.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent KDA W 36 $225.00 Time Remaining: 4h 12m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 STAINLESS ISLAND RANGE HOOD W BAFFLE PERA1 36 B $489.00 Time Remaining: 3d 17h 1m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Refrigerator Water Filter for Whirlpool 4396508 4396510 $22.95 Time Remaining: 10d 4h 49m Buy It Now for only: $22.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent LED KDA IS2 36 $336.95 Time Remaining: 4h 29m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 NEW SAMSUNG WATER FILTER HAFCIN DA29 00020B $36.95 Time Remaining: 1d 8h 42m Buy It Now for only: $36.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent KDAI 30 $316.95 Time Remaining: 4h 40m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 Professional WALL RANGE HOOD w BAFFLE filters 900 CFM Motor 30KF1 $379.00 Time Remaining: 2d 10h 18m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 NEWEST VERSION OEM LOT OF 2 PURESOURCE2 WATER FILTER WF2CB FREE EXPEDITED SHIP $65.99 Time Remaining: 26d 6h 29m Buy It Now for only: $65.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDC I 30 $319.00 Time Remaining: 5h 29m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Frigidaire Pure Source 3 Water Filter Refrigerator WF3CB NEW $32.93 Time Remaining: 29d 18h 50m Buy It Now for only: $32.93 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDC I 36 $319.00 Time Remaining: 5h 46m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDC I 36 $319.00 Time Remaining: 6h 7m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 WF3CB Frigidaire Refrigerator Water Filter Pure Source 3 WF3CB NEW $28.44 Time Remaining: 29d 9h 38m Buy It Now for only: $28.44 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 46 PRO Stainless Range Hood Insert 1200 CFM Cera 4618 $689.00 Time Remaining: 5h 40m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Whirlpool 4396710P PUR ADVANCED REFRIGERATOR Filter 2PK $54.30 Time Remaining: 17d 9h 13m Buy It Now for only: $54.30 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 36 $337.00 Time Remaining: 7h 19m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDA I 36 $325.95 Time Remaining: 7h 26m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Pure Source 3 Water Filter Refrigerator WF3CB NEW $32.95 Time Remaining: 29d 8h 18m Buy It Now for only: $32.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent KDAW 30 $229.95 Time Remaining: 6h 5m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 240323001 Frigidaire Refrigerator Door Bin Shelf White FREE PRIORITY MAIL SHIP $20.99 Time Remaining: 27d 5h 41m Buy It Now for only: $20.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent KDA W 36 $225.00 Time Remaining: 6h 52m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent KDA W 36 $225.00 Time Remaining: 6h 53m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 FAST FREE SHIP Frigidaire Kenmore Washer Door Lock 131763245 131763202 1317632 $32.99 Time Remaining: 27d 12h 38m Buy It Now for only: $32.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Europe Style 36 Stainless Steel Glass Wall Mount Range Hood 668AS Vent $236.99 Time Remaining: 8h 27m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 New 33001003 Dryer Lint Screen Filter for Maytag 306666 $7.24 Time Remaining: 27d 17h 52m Buy It Now for only: $7.24 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 36 $337.00 Time Remaining: 8h 6m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDA I 30 $325.95 Time Remaining: 8h 11m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Kenmore 469915 Refrigerator Cysts Water Filter Filtration 46 9915 9915 4396701 $25.99 Time Remaining: 25d 8h 51m Buy It Now for only: $25.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDA I 36 $325.95 Time Remaining: 8h 13m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Aqua Fresh WF285 Water Filter for Sears 9908 9010 9902 $19.99 Time Remaining: 8d 15h 5m Buy It Now for only: $19.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 30 $337.00 Time Remaining: 8h 24m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 36 STAINLESS ISLAND RANGE HOOD W BAFFLE RISA2 36 B $489.00 Time Remaining: 2d 17h 3m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Frigidaire PureSource2 Water Filter FC 100 WF2CB $38.88 Time Remaining: 24d 21h 33m Buy It Now for only: $38.88 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent Kitchen Fan KDA W 30 $234.00 Time Remaining: 7h 55m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 349639 fits Whirlpool Kenmore Dryer Lint Screen Filter AP2910873 PS347661 $12.40 Time Remaining: 15d 11h 19m Buy It Now for only: $12.40 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Haier HNSE032BB 32 Cubic Foot Refrigerator Freezer Black $15.50 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 19h 42m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent Kitchen Fan KDA W 30 $234.00 Time Remaining: 8h 10m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Genuine Whirlpool Cyst Filter 4396510 Fits Kenmore 46 9010 9010 Bosch 491849 $29.99 Time Remaining: 18d 5h 30m Buy It Now for only: $29.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent LED Screen KDA IS2 30 $337.00 Time Remaining: 9h 1m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Whirlpool 4396841 PUR Refrigerator Water Filter 1 Pack $31.94 Time Remaining: 19d 7h 21m Buy It Now for only: $31.94 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDA I 36 $325.95 Time Remaining: 9h 50m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 42 1200 CFM STAINLESS STEEL Pro Series WALL RANGE HOOD with Baffles KATIA 42 $809.00 Time Remaining: 8h 42m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Three Frigidaire Kenmore PureSource RG 100 RG100 Pure Source WF1CB NGRG 100 $39.99 Time Remaining: 6d 7h 32m Buy It Now for only: $39.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 48 PRO 1200 CFM STAINLESS STEEL KITCHEN WALL RANGE HOOD w Baffles Sienna 48 $999.00 Time Remaining: 8h 42m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 W10408179 Whirlpool Kenmore Kitchenaid Refrigerator Water Valve for 4389177 $48.95 Time Remaining: 22d 2h 7m Buy It Now for only: $48.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 36 Wall Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Glass Wings Vent KDA W 36 $225.00 Time Remaining: 9h 46m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 30 Stainless Steel Range Hood Island style Kitchen Vent Glass Wings KDA I 30 $325.95 Time Remaining: 11h 10m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 2 PACK Genuine OEM LG Refrigerator Water Filter LT500P 5321JA2002A $64.99 Time Remaining: 14d 5h 54m Buy It Now for only: $64.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Fisher Paykel Double Drawer Tall Tub Stainless Steel Energy Star Dishwasher $649.00 Time Remaining: 10h 5m Buy It Now for only: $779.00 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Free Expedited Shipping Genuine Frigidaire Washer Pump 137108100 134051200 $42.99 Time Remaining: 15d 14h 51m Buy It Now for only: $42.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 STAINLESS ISLAND RANGE HOOD W BAFFLE RISA2 30 B $489.00 Time Remaining: 2d 17h 3m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Washer Laundry Tub Reusable Lint Trap NR Free Ship $9.95 Time Remaining: 4h 19m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Dryer Heating Element for Whirlpool Kenmore 3387747 $26.35 Time Remaining: 28d 9h 40m Buy It Now for only: $26.35 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel 30 Range Hoods Wall Mount Kitchen Ventilation System 3 Speeds $299.00 Time Remaining: 15h 24m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Water Sentinel WSW 1 Replacement 1 4 Turn Ice Maker Filter $21.70 Time Remaining: 29d 6h 13m Buy It Now for only: $21.70 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 New Europe 36 Kitchen Glass Stainless Steel Island Range Hood S610i Stove Vent $358.99 Time Remaining: 16h 21m Buy It Now for only: $395.00 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Europe 36 Kitchen Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood S627i Stove Vents $397.99 Time Remaining: 16h 21m Buy It Now for only: $438.00 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Aftermarket Quarter Turn Water Filter for Whirlpool $21.70 Time Remaining: 6d 10h 57m Buy It Now for only: $21.70 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Island Mount Stainless Steel Range Hood Kitchen Stove Vent LED C AIS2 30 $336.95 Time Remaining: 13h 3m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Refrig Water Filter for Whirlpool 4396508 4396510 2 Pk $41.95 Time Remaining: 18d 6h 37m Buy It Now for only: $41.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 in Kitchen Stainless Steel Range Hood Vent Touch Screen Gas Sensor Fan s $289.00 Time Remaining: 20h 33m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel 30 Wall Mount Range Hoods Kitchen Ventilation System 3 Speeds $329.00 Time Remaining: 16h 24m Bid now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Frigidaire PureSource 2 Ice Water Refrigerator Filter WF2CB PureSource2 $33.95 Time Remaining: 29d 17h 30m Buy It Now for only: $33.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 30 Wall Mount Range Chimney Vent Hood new model $299.99 Time Remaining: 14h 56m Bid now | Add to watch list |
More Great Information on Filter Fits:
Get a Breathe of Fresh Air! - Air Filters Rock by William Shnarr
Did you know that up to 80 per cent of the dust in the air you're breathing right now (assuming you are sitting inside) is made up of dead skin? Human flesh is the most common form of dust in the air, and makes up the bulk of what's known as "indoor air pollution". So far, over 350 different types of indoor air pollution have been identified. Some common ones include pet dander, viruses, molds, pollen, cleaning chemicals, and solvents from furniture, construction, and clothes.
Experts say that when children are exposed to large quantities of this dust at an early age there is a spike in the instances of asthma and allergies. In fact, indoor air quality has become a hot topic over the past couple years with the discovery of "sick building syndrome". This is a term used to describe the effects that molds, viruses, and gases have on people who spend all their time in offices or otherwise indoors, and is responsible for all kinds of maladies.
Ultimately, the only real cure for sick building syndrome is a good dose of clean, fresh air. Barring that, there are many different Ionic air filtration and air purification devices on the market these days, each meant to eliminate the threat that indoor air pollution poses.
But just what is the difference between an air filter and an air purifier? The basic home or office air filter is simply a panel that fits over the intake of the buildings furnace or air vents. Simple ones are made from fibreglass or polyester, and allow for the passage of air but trap large particles of dust. These filters are often placed in front of fans because the large particles of dust can accumulate over time and eventually clog up the machinery. These basic filters serve no real protection, but they do protect the machinery from burning out.
Some types of filter can be washed and reused, but the majority of them are meant to be thrown away after they become too dirty to use anymore. Then they are simply replaced with a new one.
The problem with these basic filters is, of course, that they are meant to mainly protect the furnace or air conditioner that they are used on. They may collect dust and smoke, and pollen (also good if you want to live an allergy-free lifestyle), but they do nothing against harmful moulds and bacteria. They are equally useless against airborne viruses.
Giving Dust a Jolt of electricity is another form of air filtration system is the needle ionizer and the plate ionizer, also known as Electrostatic Precipitators. These devices use electricity to filter out all of the smoke and dust out of the air. Plate ionizers use electricity to give the incoming air a static charge. The air then is passed through a series of metal "plates" that contain the opposite charge of the air surrounding it. This causes all of those charged particles to be attracted to the plates, and in this way the air is effectively purified. This can be a very effective way to clean the air. Many plate ionizers are small and quiet enough that they can be installed in several rooms of your house. They are also good for furnaces and cooling systems as the do not impede the flow of air the way traditional filters do.
Needle ionizers use High Voltage electricity to create negative electrons. These electrons run up the length of a pointed spike, or needle, where they stream into the air and attract oxygen molecules. At this point, they become negative ions. Negative ions occur naturally in the air we breathe, and they are quite harmless. These negative ions attach themselves to airborne particles. When enough negative ions attach to a particle, it gets too heavy to float in the air and drops to the ground (a process known as agglomeration), effectively getting it out of regular air circulation.
Both plate and needle ionizers use high voltage to clean the air, which causes an inherent shock danger for anyone who needs to work on it. Also, in the case of plate ionizers, the collecting plates can be a breeding ground for moulds and bacteria, and should be cleaned fairly regularly.
Needle ionizers also have the additional problem of their negative ion field. They cause the surrounding air to carry a negative charge while the walls and furniture around it still carry a positive charge. Essentially, it uses any surrounding surface as a plate ionizer, causing particles to stick to any surface. This effect is known as "black wall", and it can be frustrating to keep the area around the Ionic air purifier clean. In both cases, electrostatic precipitators do nothing for odours and merely serve to collect airborne viruses and bacteria instead of killing them.
The corona discharge purifier is another way to purify the air. These air purifiers use electrically created ozone to purify the surrounding environment. One way that ozone is created is when electricity is used to bond oxygen molecules together. In its natural state, oxygen atoms will pair up to form molecules (O2).
Ozone is created in nature by lightning. You may have been near a lightning strike at some point in your life and smelled the fresh, clean smell that lightning leaves behind. That smell is actually ozone that was created by the static discharge. Ozone carries a highly unstable bond and reacts with nearly everything it encounters. In the case of ozonating air purifiers, most of that interaction takes place with indoor air pollution. Ozone molecules float in the air until they come in contact with a foreign particle. At that point, the extra oxygen atom splits off and attaches itself to the particle.
The introduction of this new oxygen atom causes a tiny cellular explosion, transforming the foreign particle into hydrogen and carbon dioxide. The remaining oxygen molecules are left as pure oxygen (O2).
There are literally thousands of different pollutants that ozone will react with to duplicate this process. It is one of the only purification systems that actually dissolves odours (as opposed to simply masking them) and can render microbial bacteria, moulds, and viruses sterile. Once sterilized, the colony is greatly reduced within a matter of hours.
Ozone has even been proven as an effective food preservative! A corona discharge air purifier uses electrical blasts of 5,000 to 10,000 volts in order to create ozone. The ozone then cleans the air and makes everything smell fresh and clean. The drawbacks to a coronal discharge purifier are that they are expensive to run and they can cause black wall. It takes a lot of electricity to create your own little thunderstorm!
Additionally, the amount of ozone they create fluctuates depending on the amount of oxygen in the air, and several harmful compounds can also be created when ozone is produced. Substances such as nitric oxides have been shown to irritate the respiratory system, and that's not what someone hoping to live allergy-free wants at all. Another air purifier that creates ozone is the ultraviolet air purifier. These devices use shortwave ultraviolet light to bombard oxygen molecules in the air. These molecules, once exposed to the UV rays, quickly reform themselves into ozone molecules.
UV light is an effective method for air purification because the ozone obliterates most of the contaminants in the air. Also, harmful microbes, spores, and bacteria that are exposed to UV light become unstable and mutated. These mutated creatures are unable to reproduce, making them short lived.
Again, there are drawbacks to this type of air purifier. Many of the dangers associated with coronal discharge air purifiers are also related to UV air purifiers. They can create fluctuating amounts of ozone, and the bigger lamps used in large rooms can create far too much ozone.
One of the most widely used filters on the market for the home or office filtration system is the HEPA filter. Used for decades by the military and medical professions, HEPA filters have become synonymous with clean air. HEPA stands for High Efficiency Particulate Air. HEPA filters were originally developed by the military during The Manhattan Project (the US military program during World War II that developed the atomic bomb). HEPA filters are basically made up of a special paper-like glass fibre sheet pleated in a "V" pattern with corrugated aluminium separators between the pleats. This is bonded onto a sturdy base, forming the core of the filter. HEPA filters can filter out 99.7 per cent of all particulates in the air. They effectively capture all large particles and many of the small ones. In fact, a HEPA filter is designed to capture particles in the air no smaller than 0.3 microns in diameter.
However, it is important to note that a HEPA filter is just that-a filter. It is not a purifier. Although it may capture some spores, moulds, and viruses, it will not neutralize them. HEPA filters also cannot be re-used. They must be replaced, and that can be an expensive prospect. HEPA filters also rely on motorized fans, and that can make them noisy. Since they need to make air flow through them to filter it, they are fairly ineffective in large spaces. The filters themselves are also brittle, and can easily be damaged during installation. Despite its drawbacks, the HEPA filter is the best air filter on the market and easily out-performs its competitors.
The Air Filter and Purification markets are expected to skyrocket in the coming years with the sharp increase in terrorist attacks around the world. Some analysts predict that the "clean air" market could be worth $6.2 Billion by 2006. Good news indeed for the makers of these products. It is also good news for the consumer, as constant competition can only serve to improve these products.
Hopefully, this article will do its part by helping you decide what kind of filter or air purifier is right for you.
William Schnar shares his vast knowledge at http://www.fresh-air-purifiers.com. It's time to clear things up on the subject of http://www.fresh-air-purifiers.com
Article Source: http://www.earticlesonline.com/Article/Get-a-Breathe-of-Fresh-Air----Air-Filters-Rock/442394
You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.
Comments are closed.