The type of filter you use in your HVAC system has a big impact on your home’s indoor air quality. Each filter type has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. It’s important to understand the different types of filters and how they work so you can make an informed decision about which one is right for your home.There are two types of filters used in HVAC systems: a pre-filter and a final filter. A pre-filter is designed to trap larger debris like twigs and leaves before they enter the main filter. The final filter is designed to trap even smaller debris like bacteria and dust. The two types of filters are used in different parts of the HVAC system and serve different purposes:
The final filter is located at the end of the HVAC system and is designed to trap even smaller debris like bacteria and dust. Final filters are usually made of activated carbon, although some HVAC systems use a combination of both activated carbon and a synthetic material.Synthetic filters are made of materials like polyester fibers and polyethylene fibers. They are less expensive than activated carbon filters, but they don’t trap as much dust and bacteria as activated carbon filters do.
The carbon pre-filter is usually located inside the HVAC system’s condenser. Pre-filters are made of a combination of activated carbon and a synthetic material.Activated carbon pre-filters trap a lot of dust and other small particles like bacteria. They are less effective at trapping larger particles like animal hair and paper. Synthetic pre-filters are less expensive than activated carbon filters, but they don’t trap as much dust and bacteria as activated carbon filters do.
The pre-filter is usually located inside the HVAC system’s condenser. This is where most HVAC systems use a combination of activated carbon and synthetic filters.Activated carbon pre-filters trap a lot of dust and other small particles like bacteria. They are less effective at trapping larger particles like animal hair and paper. Synthetic pre-filters are less expensive than activated carbon filters, but they don’t trap as much dust and bacteria as activated carbon filters do.
This is similar to the pre-filter/final filter combination described above.Final filters with activated carbon and synthetic filters are less expensive than a pre-filter/final filter combination and are commonly used in HVAC systems.Final filters with activated carbon and synthetic filters are less effective at trapping large particles like animal hair and paper. They are more effective at trapping dust and bacteria.Final filters with activated carbon and synthetic filters are commonly used in HVAC systems.
There are two types of filters used in HVAC systems: a pre-filter and a final filter. A pre-filter is designed to trap larger debris like twigs and leaves before they enter the main filter. The final filter is designed to trap even smaller debris like bacteria and dust. The two types of filters are used in different parts of the HVAC system and serve different purposes.Final filters with activated carbon and synthetic filters are less expensive than a pre-filter/final filter combination and are commonly used in HVAC systems.