Merv Pleated Filters
Merv 13 pleated filter
Merv 13 pleated filter (4 "thick).LEED approved for Green Buildings
This Merv 13 filter consists of a filter element made of 100% synthetic fibers, held in a rigid cardboard frame with a glossy finish. The media has been combined with a wire mesh to give it an aerodynamic shape. The frame is made of waterproof cardboard.
The Merv 13 is a high quality filter that is an excellent choice to replace furnace filters made of fiberglass or polyester.
Advantages
High resistance to impuritiesHigh resistance to impurities
Small pressure drop for high energy efficiency
Excellent bi-directional efficiency
High capacity to retain dust for a longer lifespan
Continuous fibres to avoid erosion
Thermally sealed, no chemical additives
High dimensional stability in moist environments
Non-favourable to bacterial or fungus growth
Filtration Power
MERV 13 means that the filter can stop 90% of particles larger than 1 micron and 75% of 0.3 micron particles. This includes among others:Particles from 0.3 to 1 micron
(75% captured)
Asbestos
bacteria
Wood smoke particles
Dust of insecticide
Liquid aerosols such sneezing
Animal squames
Skin films
Cooking oil smoke
Talcum powder
Particles of 1 to 3 microns
(90% captured)
Legionella
Humidifier dust
Lead dust
Grounded flour
Car emissions
Soldering fumes
Particles of 3 to 10 microns
(captured)
Mold spores
Hair spray
Cement dust
Pudding mix
Powdered milk
Particles of more than 10 microns
(captured)
Pollen
Mites
Sawdust
Paint fume
Fabric fibres
Carpet fibres
Construction
Totally synthetic fibre material
Metallic mesh reinforcement
Moisture proof frame
Filter material glued to frame
UL Class 2.3360 Listed
Tested in accordance with ASHRAE 52.2