Have you noticed any restricted air-flow by switching from the cheap paper filter to the permanent one?
1438250
I have not had any issues. I have had mine about 4 years and everything has been good. I do have my heating and air conditioning unit checked twice a year and the service men have never mentioned a problem.
1438251
Yes. Air flow is definitely slowed down by at least a third. Can tell when filter is pulled out if you feel the flow thru the vents it increases dramatically. And it makes a rather loud noise as the air flows thru it. Can hear it all over the house. Also have to be careful cleaning it as the foam pad has a tendency to shift if not careful. Saves money over time but has a few drawbacks.
1438252
No I haven't, but I live in a mobile home and occupy, for the most part, rooms adjacent to furnace. As time goes by I am still quite pleased with this purchase.. doesn't mean it's right for someone else.
2038504
The permanent filter is an additional purchase, I prefer to use paper filters.
1174096
I bought this as a gift for someone but I know that they prefer using paper filters as well and haven't had a problem. :)
2048473
Whatever place you put it, be sure it is secure. It should also complement air flow for dust collection and heat or ac sources? My concern is also access to changing the filters as they clog? It's an odd size filter. I'm considering making a pre filter frame to use cheaper filters from the box store. Good luck, be safe!
2069571
I changed mine at 3 months, mainly because I noticed by the contents of the bin that the airflow appeared to have decreased slightly. I used to change filters once a month before switching to the purple filters. I highly reccommend the -21 filter and brush upgrades.
1668338
I have no idea if it decreases air flow. I would not even know how to measure that. I have purchased my second filter replacement fore the newer setup and I am happy that it is so easy to install versus the older setup where we had to mess with those ribs.
327601
You may need to change the paper filter. They get less effective as they age.
656249
It moves! I'm using the tower in the living room of a 1-bedroom apt. It circulates throughout on med speed. The filter is HEPA-TYPE, not strict HEPA. This basically means it filters @ 3 microns rather than the smaller @ 1 micron that a HEPA will catch (or some filtering sizes like that).
1904289
Good question . I'm guessing that Culligan has changed the filter element/component for some reason . Mine is the same way and becomes progressively slower after about two weeks of use despite the fact that I replace the filter every thirty days . I presume it's because it is filtering and whatever is being filtered out is responsible for clogging the filter . The filter looks to be the same as previous filters but , as you pointed out , the slow flow has an unacceptable flow rate . I'll be looking for another filtering assembly next month .
1136007
I have never tried it. There is some space. I wear glasses with no problem. When I need filtered respiration (sanding), I use a Trend Pro Shield.
1624634
It may restrict the airflow, the problem is: it gets clogged with dust quite fast and you need to keep an eye on it, I usually clean it like once a week and I take the filters out when I'm playing a heavy game because you need a lot of airflow during that time.
560977
I am using it in a high efficiency furnace and have had no issues with restriction. Keep a regular filter around for when you wash this one as it takes a while to dry.
1925452
I don't think it's the metal/plastic part that cuts down on the hp as it is the diameter of the tubes and the volume of air the filter cones can suck through the intake. I've not measured the difference, but I'd venture a guess that's the science behind it.
1638262
Hard to say if this will work in your application, without more information. You will need to discribe your application and what your are trying to accomplish. I'm not familiar with the filter or how much air flow restriction it creates. Tell me more and I will try to give you a better answer.
1313672
I usually switch them when the filter gets dirty (usually on the inside) and/or loss in suction. Hope this helps
1401715
Not really although mine runs in the lower level of the house 24/7. I suspect that some folks might be talking about the filtering, there might be a little ozone from time to time omitted. I really love mine, takes all the normally musty smells that happen in basements away and maintains a nicer humidity level than without it running. I've had mine more than a year.
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It restricts a little bit, not much though. If you find that the area your computer is in is quite dusty, this filter cuts down on so much dust entering your computer that it more than makes up for the little bit of air flow it takes away. (I have mine on a side panel blowing directly into my case. 120mm fan) I Highly suggest getting this filter if you have a dust problem. Just be careful when cleaning the filter because of tears and such.