An Aprilaire Air Cleaner Should Be On Every System. Here Are Some
Facts to Explain Why:
1. Static Pressure: Airflow vs. Resistance (20 x 25 Nominal Filter)
0.80
0.70
0.60
0.50
0.40
0.30
0.20
PRESSURE DROP( IWC)
0.10
0.00
4002000
The right air filters make all the difference: the difference between equipment running efficiently or it being bogged
down with problems. One-inch filters deliver high static pressure and have a low capacity for holding dust. That means
they require frequent change outs. “Require” is the key word there. If customers don’t change those one-inch filters as
often as needed, their equipment will perform inefficiently and its coils will become dirty or even frozen.
2. For Better Airflow, Keep Velocity and Resistance Low
1" MERV 13 FILTER
1" MERV 8 FILTER
APRILAIRE MERV 16 216 FILTER
APRILAIRE MERV 13 213 FILTER
APRILAIRE MERV 11 210 FILTER
600800
1000140018001200
0.40
0.24
0.23
0.15
0.11
(3-ton)
AIRFLOW(C FM)
1600
(4- ton )
(5- ton)
AprilAire filters
have a much
lower airflow
resistance. Less
than half when
comparing
identical MERV
ratings.
CHART SOURCE:
ASHRAE DUCT TESTING DATA
Good Things Flow Freely When You Include an
AprilAire Air Cleaner on Every System:
1. Reduce Callbacks
2. Low System Static
3. Longer Filter Life
3. Pressure Drop vs. Time(20x25 Filter w/ 3-Ton System)
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
PRESSURE DROP(I WC)
0
0
246810
ELAPSED TIME(MONTHS)
Even after 12 months, AprilAire filters aren’t overly restrictive thanks to having
over nine times the surface area of a 1” filter. They also start with an extremely
low initial resistance and high capacity for holding dust. It all helps maintain
proper airflow, which results in reduced potential call backs.
4. Particle Size Efficiency %Ashrae Min. Required
AprilAire filters don’t just meet the ASHRAE minimum standards, they blow them away.
Our Products
Go With the
Flow, Yet We
Always Lead.
AprilAire is the leader in IAQ
and whole-home ltration.
We offer homeowners and
installers peace-of-mind
and assurance that all
aspects of our lters come
together to provide the best
air cleaner on the market
today. Aspects of our lters
come together to provide
the best air cleaner on the
market today.
Pure Fit Promise
We make our genuine
AprilAire replacement lters
to t perfectly into our air
cleaner cabinet.
Self-Seal Technology
Our patented technology
creates a seal to reduce the
amount of air bypassing the
lter.
Velocity is the speed air moves through a filter. The
larger the media area, the lower the velocity. The
lower the velocity, the lower the resistance. The
result: better airflow.
Everyone has held back water flowing from a hose
with their thumb. It increases pressure and creates
more velocity to the stream of water. Restrictive
undersized filters are like a thumb on the HVAC
system’s airflow. They increase pressure and create
more velocity–an HVAC system’s nightmare.
1" FILTER
(1 TO 3 MONTHS)
3.4 Ft
2
APRILAIRE MODEL 213
(12 MONTHS)
24"
4"1"
The pleats on an AprilAire filter create more surface
area. This lowers resistance and velocity which results
in better airflow and increased system performance.
MORE F I LTER
AREA
for lower static
pressure & longer
lter life
28" Ft
2
122"
*Area of a 20" x 25"
FILTER TYPE
MERV 8-- 70
MERV 11 (ASHRAE MIN.)206585
APRILAIRE MERV 11376792
APRILAIRE MERV 13638893
APRILAIRE MERV 16959899
0.3–1 μμm (micron)1–3 μμm (micron)
3–10 μμm (micron)
BLOWER WITH BASIC 1” FILTERBLOWER WITH APRILAIRE FILTER
Dirt and dust have built up, making an
inefficient blower.
Actual 22 year old blower
protected by AprilAire filter.
COURTESY OF ROB PETERS, PETERS REFRIGERATION
Interlock Rails
Our lter slides securely onto
our patented rail system to
assure optimal performance–
no plastic or metal
reinforcements necessary.
Clean Coil Guarantee
If an AC coil protected by
an AprilAire lter requires
cleaning within 10 years of
install, we will pay $100 toward
that service.
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For Better Profits, Provide Better-Filtered Air.
CUMULATIVE PROFIT
with a profit of $20 per filter
APRILAIRE FILTER PROFITS ON AN ANNUAL
When you add an AprilAire Air Cleaner
AND FIVE-YEAR CUMULATIVE BASIS
The Right Filter for Every Home
to every job, you’re not only improving
system protection and indoor air quality,
but you’re also increasing your chances
for additional revenue thanks to annual
filter replacement with system checkups and service agreements. Plus, the
addition of Healthy Air 16 and Healthy Air
13+ air filters to our lineup gives you even
more replacement filter options to offer
your customers.
$
$100,000
$80,000
$60,000
$40,000
$20,000
$
0
$0
YEAR 1
0 Filters
Assuming one filter per year
$
10,000
YEAR 2
500 Filters
$30,000
$
20,000
YEAR 3
1,000 Filters
$60,000
$
30,000
YEAR 4
1,500 Filters
100,000
$
40,000
YEAR 5
2,000 Filters
YEARLY PROFIT
AprilAire offers upgrade rail kits that fit into
our older AprilAire and Space-Gard cabinets
(Models 2200 and 2400). We also offer
competitive upgrade rails that fit into a variety
of air cleaners made by other manufacturers.*
Both types of rails allow you to use the same
high-performance filters that fit into the air
cleaners we offer today. This means you
PROTECTS YOUR HVAC SYSTEM
Pollen
Dust
Mite
Mold
Spores
Tobacco
Smoke
Bacteria
Pollution
Pet
Dander
REMOVES UP TO 99% OF ASTHMA TRIGGERS
• MERV 16 performance
• Captures 98% of virus-sized particles
• Low resistance
• Superior system protection
• Up to 6-month filter life
Virus
Dust
PROTECTS YOUR HVAC SYSTEM
Pollen
Dust
Mold
Spores
BacteriaPet
Dust
Mite
Dander
Odor
REMOVES PET & COOKING ODORS, VOCS & PARTICULATE
• MERV 13 performance plus odor reduction
• The most activated carbon added to any
air filter
• Reduces noticeable odors caused by pets,
cooking and common household VOCs
• Up to 6-month filter life
What’s in a Name? Not Much if They
Don’t Remember It.
Help keep your name on top of your
customers’ minds by imprinting our air
cleaner doors with your logo and contact
information. When they need a new air
filter, they’ll know exactly who to contact.
Reach out to your District Sales Manager
for more information.
can earn even more revenue from AprilAire
replacement filters on every air cleaner you’ve
installed—past, present and future.
* See Upgrade Kit Specifications page for a complete
list of model numbers and compatible air cleaners.
PROTECTS YOUR HVAC SYSTEM
Pollen
Mold
Spores
BacteriaPet
Dander
REMOVES MOST COMMON ALLERGENS
• MERV 13 performance
• Designed for homeowners with
low-to-moderate allergy problems
• Low resistance
• Up to 1-year filter life
Dust
Dust
Mite
PROTECTS YOUR HVAC SYSTEM
Pollen
Mold
Spores
BacteriaPet
Dander
VACUUM AND DUST LESS OFTEN
• MERV 11 performance
• Particulate removal, system protection
and static pressure superior to 1" filters
• Vacuum and dust less often
• Up to 1-year filter life
Dust
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Features and Benefits
AprilAire Air Cleaner Features
• Most models compatible with AprilAire Healthy Air 16, Healthy Air 13+, Healthy Air 13 and Healthy
Air 11 air filters.*
*See chart at top of opposite page.
• Minimal maintenance required - simply replace filters once every 6 months to 1 year.**
**See previous page for filter life recommendations.
• Load rated up to 400 lbs.
• UL listed
2000 Series with Allergy & Asthma
Healthy Air 16 Air Filter
• Offers the best performance in terms of particulate
removal, system protection and relief for allergy and
asthma sufferers
5-year warranty on all
installed products
(warranty does not apply to lters)
MADE
IN USA
* with US and
imported parts
Designed & Engineered
in the USA
*
Cabinet Specifications
Air Cleaner Series16x2020x2520x2016x2531x2825x20
2000 SERIES
Ships wi th MERV 16
2000 SERIES
Ships wi th MERV 13
1000 SERIES
Ships wi th MERV 11
Inlet Side Return Duct Connection
–2216 –24162516 –
–221023102410 – –
111012101310141015101910
Outlet Side Furnace Connection
with door
E
F
without door
B
C
Front
D
• Model 2516 Air Cleaner offers the lowest resistance
with a MERV 16 filter in the industry designed for
higher tonnage systems
• 216 and 416 filters not recommended for use with
5-ton systems
• Made of corrosion-resistant heavy-gauge pre-
painted steel
2000 Series with Healthy Home
Healthy Air 13+/13 Air Filter
• Made of corrosion-resistant heavy-gauge pre-
painted steel
• Low resistance
1000 Series with Clean Air
Healthy Air 11 Air Filter
• Model 1510 is designed for low static pressure
on higher tonnage residential HVAC installations
including geothermal systems, eliminating the
need for multiple Air Cleaners on one system
• Made of corrosion-resistant heavy-gauge
galvanized steel
20120 x 252200 Space-Gard*, 2200 AprilAire*0.122000
40116 x 252400 Space-Gard*, 2400 AprilAire*0.142000
MERV 10
50116 x 2550000.142000
EAC
* Air Cleaner models no longer available.
Nominal Size
(in inches)
Used with AprilAire Air Cleaner
Models
9=Static Pressure Drop
(in. w.c.) @ 1200 CFM
Maximum Airow Capacity
(in CFM)
***1213 Upgrade Kit includes 4893 rails and Model 213 MERV 13 Healthy Home Filter
***1413 Upgrade Kit includes 4894 rails and Model 413 MERV 13 Healthy Home Filter
Offer total IAQ Control to your customers
Installing an AprilAire Wi-Fi thermostat gives homeowners
complete control over their indoor air quality. The
thermostat’s Event-Based™ Air Purifying feature turns on the
HVAC fan for a period of time so the Air Cleaner can remove
airborne dust and particles after vacuuming, for example.
That period can also be extended for situations in which
more air purification is needed. And for greater control,
homeowners can control the air purity, relative humidity†
and temperature of their home all from the comfort of their
mobile device.
†
Requires the installation of an AprilAire humidifier and/or dehumidifier.
* Highest value shown is maximum recommended airow capacity.
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* Recommended grille face velocity is 300-450 fpm. Cells in white represent grille
face velocities above 450 fpm, where there is potential for unwanted noises. To
minimize risk of noise, use two filter grilles on systems over 3.5 tons.
filtration for any return grille application where a 1" or 2"
filter is typically used. Our patented filter design delivers low
system static and no bypass, reducing profit-robbing
call backs.
Available in 16x25 and 20x25 models, the Filter Grille Air
Cleaner comes complete with the frame, removable
grille, filter locks and a Healthy Air 11 or Healthy Air 13 filter,
dependent upon the model.
FEATURES
• Self-Seal design
• Interlocking rail system
• Extremely low initial resistance
• Larger filter surface area vs. 1"
• 10 year clean coil guarantee
• Filter upgrade available
BENEFITS
• Eliminates bypass
• Perfect fit
• Low system static, better protection
• Fewer filter changes
• Peace-of-mind protection
• Efficiency choices:
• MERV 11
• MERV 13
• Meets 2019 CEC Title 24 Part 6 when
MERV 13 filter is installed
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1610/1620
Easy Install Air Cleaner
5000
Electronic Air Cleaner
MODEL 1610 SPECIFICATIONS AND SIZING SUMMARY
Model
161016 x 2531 lbs.Model 410Model 416, 413CBN, 413
162020 x 2532.4 lbs.Model 210Model 216, 213CBN, 213
A
Outlet Side Furnace Connection
DimensionDescriptionModel 1610Model 1620
AInlet Opening Width
B
CInlet Opening Depth237⁄8" (606mm)213⁄32" (536m m)
DUnit Width1511⁄16" (398mm)1511⁄16" (398mm)
E
FOutlet Opening Width22" (559mm)195⁄16" (4 91mm)
GOutlet Opening Height151⁄2" (394mm)193⁄4" (502m m)
HUnit Height1713⁄16" (4 52mm)221⁄8" (562mm)
Nominal Size
(in inches)
Outer Housing Depth without
Outer Housing Depth with
Shipping
Weight
without door
B
CD
with door
E
F
Door
Door
Ships WithUpgrade To
Replacement Filter
FrontInlet Return Duct Connection (Top View)
H
G
83⁄32" to 103⁄32"
(206-257mm)
283⁄16" (7 16mm)253⁄8" (645mm)
303⁄16" (767mm)273⁄8" (695mm)
83⁄32" to 103⁄32"
(206-257mm)
The Models 1610 and 1620 are designed for
easy installation in upow HVAC systems
with right or left returns. They feature built-in
ductwork for applications that require a 90°
duct adapter and an 8–10" adjustable
return opening.
FEATURES
• Ships with Healthy Air 11 filter
• Can be upgraded to MERV 16, Odor Reduction,
or Healthy Air 13 filter with simple filter change
• Easily converts to right or left side by reversing
door and back plate
• Includes metal tabs for securing the Air Cleaner
frame to the furnace or air handler
• Simple annual filter replacement
• Made of corrosion-resistant heavy gauge
pre-painted steel
• Proprietary door design and Self-Seal® design
virtually eliminates air bypass for optimal
performance
• UL classified filters
• Five-year warranty on cabinet from date
of installation
BENEFITS
• Reduces installation time — no need for
field-formed transitions — requires little
or no cold air return repositioning
• Protects HVAC equipment from dust buildup
• Protects equipment performance
• Superior performance over one-inch panel
filters and four-inch cartridge filters
MODEL 5000 SPECIFICATIONS AND SIZING SUMMARY
Nominal Size
(in inches)
16 x 2538 lbs.Model 50172.3 ft
A
Outlet Side Furnace Connection
I
DimensionDescriptionModel 5000
A
B
CInlet Opening Width237⁄8" (606mm)
DUnit Width1 2" (305mm)
E
FOutlet Opening Width237⁄8" (606mm)
GOutlet Opening Height151⁄2" (394mm)
H
I
Shipping
Weight
without door
B
C
with door
E
F
Inlet Opening Height151⁄2" (394mm)
Outer Housing Depth without Door
Outer Housing Depth with Door &
& Clips
Clips
Unit Height at Back173⁄4" (451mm)
Unit Height at Front181⁄4" (46 4 mm)
Replacement
Filter
G
Filtering Area
FrontInlet Side Return Duct Connection
H
281⁄8" (714mm)
31" (787mm)
2
The Model 5000 greatly minimizes
D
airborne contaminants that can
aggravate allergies as well as asthma,
cold and u symptoms. Captures 89% of
particles 0.3–1.0 micron in size and 98% of
particles 3.0–10.0 microns in size.
FEATURES
• Silent operation — none of the “snapping” or
“popping” that’s common with plate-type EACs
• Minimal maintenance required — simply replace
filter annually and wipe off internal components
• Made of corrosion-resistant heavy gauge
galvanized steel
• UL listed cabinet
• UL classified filters
• Load rated up to 400 lbs.
• Five-year warranty on cabinet from date
of installation
• Unit is equipped with six ft. grounded cord with plug
• Consumes less than 50 watts with high voltage
active
BENEFITS
• Captures 89% of particles 0.3–1.0 micron in size
and 98% of particles 3.0–10.0 microns in size
• Offers equipment protection from dust buildup
• Protects equipment performance
• Superior performance over one-inch panel filters
and four-inch cartridge filters
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage120 VAC ± 15%
Frequency60Hz
Current0.3 A
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Application Guidance
29"
45° MAX
AIR FLOW
FIELDFABRICATEDTRANSITION
30° MAXANGLE
Application Guidance
AprilAire's award-winning lineup of air cleaners are sized to t the many different furnace
and air handler dimensions available today. No matter if it's a downow, upow, or
horizontal system, AprilAire has the right sizes available to make your installations easier.
Sizes
16" x 20"
16" x 25"
20" x 20"
20" x 25"
25" x 20"
Top Mount
Bottom MountSide MountHorizontal Mount
Contractors have done the math. Using the Model 1610/1620 with its integrated
transition is a cost effective solution. There is no need to purchase a separate
transition.
BENEFITS
COLD AIR
RETURN DROP
MOVED
FIELD
FABRICATED
TRANSITION
30° MAX
ANGLE
• Minimizes distance from the air handler for
tight installations
• Perfect when return is close to air handler,
when replacing 1" or 2" panel filter slots
• Converts easily to right or left side
• Unique air inlet tab adjusts to multiple duct
sizes
It's All About Airow
Equipment cabinet sizes are getting smaller. Use the smaller size cabinet as an
opportunity to increase airow and ensure the best system protection by installing
a Model 2516 cabinet with a Healthy Air 16 lter. The lower static pressure and
higher removal efciency will optimize the HVAC system for years to come.
Old Furnace
Cabinet
New, Shorter Cabinet
Cut out top and bottom
air discharge
Adjusted Cabinet
Insert return air box below
cabinet for increased
airflow
High Tonnage and Geothermal Systems
The system pressures of these applications require very low resistance. Historically,
contractors stack air cleaners. The AprilAire Models 2516 and 1510 are specically
designed for these applications.
31"
For larger installations
The height allows for a
large amount of filter,
lowering resistance.