3M MERV A13 User Manual
3M™ Commercial HVAC Filter
MERV A13 V-Bank with Gasket
Typical Applications
Universities / Schools
Commercial offi ces
Airports
Clean manufacturing facilities
Hotel and entertainment complexes
Research facilities
Industry leading low
pressure drop
Long fi lter life
Proprietary factory installed
gaskets for consistent
reduction of air bypass
Lightweight frame
construction for easy
handling and installation
Available in standard or
reverse fl ow formats
Contributes to
earning one point
towards LEED
certification
process
®
3M™ V-Bank Filters MERV A13 offer a unique combination of performance and design features to
provide high fi ltration effi ciency that may result in a signifi cant reduction in energy consumption and
total cost of operation.
Using 3M technologies, these commercial HVAC fi lters offer an industry leading combination of low
pressure drop, robust effi ciency, longevity, low weight as well as unique design features. These
design features include nested pleats for reduced pressure drop and highly engineered media with
a precise balance of mechanical and electret characteristics. The robust effi ciency of these fi lters is
tested to the rigorous industry fi lter conditioning standard – ASHRAE 52.2: 2007 Appendix J.
3M™ V-Bank Filters are the only HVAC fi lters that feature innovative integral gaskets. No other
manufacturer offers this feature, which helps prevent unfi ltered air from fl owing past gaps between
the fi lter and the fi lter rack. The integral gaskets from 3M are factory installed, which not only save
time during installation, but ensure that gaskets will be used.
Important use restriction: This fi lter must not be used as a primary
fi lter in hospitals and healthcare
facilities where a MERV 14 primary
fi lter is required per ASHRAE 170
- 2008. 3M recommends the use
of 3M™ Commercial HVAC Filter
Products with a minimum rating of
MERV A14 or greater.
MERV A13 Performance Data
Air Velocity for ASHRAE Testing 492 fpm (1968 cfm for 24” x 24” fi lter)
Initial pressure drop 0.21” w.g.
Recommended fi nal pressure drop 1.5” w.g.
Effi ciency Rating per ASHRAE 52.2: 2007 MERV 14
Effi ciency Rating per ASHRAE 52.2: 2007 Appendix J MERV A13
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Dust Holding Capacity at 1.5” w.g. 225 g
Initial Resistance vs Air Velocity
0.45
.
0.40
0.35
0.30
0.25
0.20
0.15
0.10
Resist ance (inches o f water)
0.05
0.00
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
Average Ini tial Pressure Dr op is 0.21 inches of wa ter @ 492 fpm
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The particle capture effi ciency will reduce in actual use. Please visit www.whatisMERVA.com for more information.
Initial Filter Resistance
Flow Rate (fpm)
Minimum Filter Efficiency vs. Particle Size at 492 fpm
Filter Efficiency vs. Particle Size at 492 fpm per ASHRAE
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
KCl Efficiency (%)
30
20
10
0
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per ASHRAE 52.2: 2007
Per ASH RAE 52.2: 2 007
Per ASH RAE 52.2: 2 007 Appendix J
Particle Size (microns)
3M™ Commercial HVAC V-Bank Filter with Gasket MERV A13
Key Benefi ts
Potential for reduction in electrical energy consumption due to industry leading low initial pressure
drop of the 3M™ V-Bank Filters. These Commercial HVAC Filters may lead to substantial energy
savings, when compared to competitive V-Bank or box fi lters with the same effi ciency.
Used alone or in conjunction with 3M Mini-pleat Filters in a prefi lter application may result in
signifi cant reduction in energy consumption.
The 3M
3M
Factory installed gaskets ensure correct installation and usage, resulting in consistent reduction of
Due to their lightweight frame construction, 3M
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3M
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Using the fi lter on all outside air intakes and inside air recirculation returns, the 3M
Filter Measurements Standard Format
™
V-Bank Filters with Gasket MERV A13 meet the Facilities Guidelines Institutes
(ANSI / ASHRAE / ASHE Standard 170 - 2008) requirements for hospitals and healthcare facilities
where MERV 13 primary fi lters are required.
™
V-Bank Filters have long fi lter life, due to their unique combination of electret, depth-loading
fi ltration media, the precision pleat structure and high fi lter media area.
air bypass, and eliminate the need to install gaskets on-site.
™
V-Bank Filters are easier to handle, transport,
and install than many comparable V-Bank fi lters and metal box fi lters. Lighter weight is especially
important when HVAC fi lters must be manually carried to the air handler.
™
V-Bank Filters are 100% synthetic, resulting in moisture and humidity resistant, corrosion
free fi lters that do not support mold growth.
™
V-Bank Filters are 100% metal free and fully incinerable.
™
V-Bank Filters meet UL 900 fl ammability rating (US) and UL 900 Class 2 fl ammability rating
(Canada).
™
V-Bank
Filters with Gasket MERV A13 and greater ratings, contribute to earning a point in the LEED
certifi cation process for new and existing buildings.
Product
No.
E736 70-0714-7181-0 24 x 24 x 12 (610 x 610 x 305) 23 3/8 (594) 23 3/8 (594) 11.9 (302)
E737 70-0714-7182-8 24 x 20 x 12 (610 x 508 x 305) 23 3/8 (594) 19 3/8 (492) 11.9 (302)
MERV A13
E738 70-0714-7183-6 24 x 12 x 12 (610 x 305 x 305) 23 3/8 (594) 11 3/8 (289) 11.9 (302)
3M ID Number
Nominal Dimensions
“A” x “B” x “C” Inches (mm)
Innovative, open fi ltration media structure
Integral gaskets reduce air bypass,
keeping coils clean
Nested pleats for reduced pressure drop
Width “A”
Inches (mm)
Height “B”
Inches (mm)
Depth “C”
Inches (mm)
Reverse Flow Format
Product
No.
E758 70-0714-7204-0 24 x 24 x 12 (610 x 610 x 305) 23 3/8 (594) 23 3/8 (594) 11.9 (302)
E761 70-0714-7207-3 24 x 20 x 12 (610 x 508 x 305) 23 3/8 (594) 19 3/8 (492) 11.9 (302)
MERV A13
E764 70-0714-7210-7 24 x 12 x 12 (610 x 305 x 305) 23 3/8 (594) 11 3/8 (289) 11.9 (302)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The information in this literature is based on tests 3M believes are reliable. It is not and should not be relied on as a product or technical specifi cation. We do not guarantee
the accuracy of this information. If any products described in this literature are defective, 3M will replace them at no charge. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR
THESE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. You are responsible for determining
whether pro du c t s d e sc r ibe d in t his li t er a t ur e a r e fi t for a particular purpo s e a nd s ui t a ble f o r your a pp lic a t io n. B e c au s e t her e a r e many f a c to rs within your knowled ge a nd c on t r ol t h a t might
affect the use and performance of these products, you must evaluate these products to determine whether they are fi t for a particular purpose, are suitable for your appl ication, and m eet your
performance expectations. 3M IS NOT LI ABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAG ES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR
INABILITY TO USE ANY OF THESE PRODUCTS.
CAUTION: USED FILTERS MAY CONTAIN CONTAMINANTS FROM OPERATION OF THE HVAC SYSTEM. FOR PROPER HANDLING OF USED FILTERS, CONSULT APPLICABLE HEALTH AND
SAF E T Y STA NDA R DS OR C ON TAC T AN I ND US TR I AL H YG IE NI ST. TO RE DU CE R IS K OF I LL NE SS O R IN JU RY, ALWAYS U SE A PP RO PR I ATE RE SP IRATORY P ROTEC TION A ND PROTECT IV E
CLOTHING WHEN REMOVING OR HANDLING USED FILTERS. DISPOSE OF USED FILTERS ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAWS AND REGU LA TI O N S .
IMPORTANT USE RESTRICTIONS: DO NOT EXPOSE THIS FILTER DIRECTLY TO UV RADIATION FROM A UV PURIFICATION SYSTEM. EXCESSIVE UV EXPOSURE MAY LEAD TO A REDUCTION
IN THE M EC H A NI CA L I NT EG R ITY AN D PE RF OR M A NC E OF T H E FI LTER . T HI S FI LTE R MU ST N OT B E US ED F OR T HE F OL LO WI NG U N AU T HO R IZ ED U SE S : A ) ASBESTOS, LEAD OR MOLD
REMEDIATION; B) BIOTERRORISM PROTECTION; C) APPLICATIONS IN BUILDINGS THAT REQUIRE OR ARE UNDERGOING AIR HANDLING SYSTEM REMEDIAT ION OF H AZ ARDOUS
SUBSTANCES; OR (D) PROTECTIVE ENVIRONMENTS PER AIA GUIDELINES.
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(800) 648-3550
(651) 789-7381
www.3Mpurifi cation.com/airfi lters
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3M ID Number
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70020288307
Nominal Dimensions
“A” x “B” x “C” Inches (mm)
Your Local Distributor:
REV 0414
Width “A”
Inches (mm)
Height “B”
Inches (mm)
Depth “C”
Inches (mm)
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