MERV 11 Rating: Air Filter Ratings
EPA recommended for use in residential furnace and AC units.
CONTROLLED CONTAMINANTS
- Household dust
- Pet dander
- Mold spores
- Pollen
- Dust mites
- Fine dust
- Auto emissions
PARTICULATE SIZE
Medium to large, ranging in size from 1-10 microns
EFFECTIVENESS BY PARTICLE SIZEs
- Large >85%
- Medium 65 to 85%
RECOMMENDED USE
When used in residential heating and cooling systems, filters with a MERV 11 rating are considered by the EPA to be as effective as HEPA filters. An excellent filter for households concerned about allergies and asthma, MERV 11 filters feature a good balance between filtration and airflow. They're also suitable for commercial or hospital lab use.
BENEFITS
- High efficiency
- Traps more than 85% of impurities
- Energy savings
- Quiet fan operation
- High airflow rate