Glass Microfiber Filtration
Fine glass microfiber media provides high-efficiency particulate filtration and consistent filtration performance throughout the filter service life.
Description
Industrial & Commercial HVAC Air Filtration
High-Efficiency ASHRAE Cell Air Filter
AccuraFil High-Efficiency ASHRAE Cell Filters are deep-pleated, extended-surface air filters designed for commercial and industrial HVAC systems requiring high-efficiency particulate filtration, reliable airflow performance, and durable construction.
The filter uses glass fine microfiber media with a hemmed-edge aluminum corrugated separator to maintain precise pleat spacing and effective filtration surface area throughout the filter pack. Available in MERV 14 efficiency, with 12-inch depth options and GI (Galvanized Iron) frame configuration for different HVAC installations.
Key Benefits
Extended Surface Area
Deep-pleated construction maximizes filtration media surface area, helping provide high dust-holding capacity within a compact HVAC filter footprint.
Precision Pleat Spacing
Hemmed-edge aluminum corrugated separators help maintain uniform pleat spacing and airflow distribution throughout the media pack.
Durable Cell Construction
Rigid cell-style construction with single-header, double-header, and box-style configurations provides installation flexibility across compatible HVAC systems and filter banks.
Technical Specifications
| Filter Type | High-Efficiency Extended-Surface Deep-Pleated ASHRAE Cell Filter |
|---|---|
| MERV Efficiency | MERV 14 |
| Filtration Standard | ASHRAE 52.2 |
| Filter Media | Glass Fine Microfiber |
| Media Separator | Hemmed-Edge Aluminum Corrugated Separator |
| Filter Depth | 12" |
| Frame Material | GI (Galvanized Iron) / Stainless Steel / Aluminum / MDF |
| Frame Configuration | Single Header / Double Header / Box-Style |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 176°F |
| Recommended Final Pressure Drop | 1.40" W.C. |
| Maximum Final Pressure Drop | 1.80" W.C. |
| Fire Classification | UL900 Classified |
| HVAC Applications | VAV systems, package systems, air handlers, split systems, built-up filter banks, and free-standing units |
Choosing the Right MERV Rating
The appropriate MERV rating depends on the required particulate removal efficiency, HVAC system design, airflow requirements, and allowable pressure drop. Always verify the selected efficiency against the HVAC equipment manufacturer's requirements and the specific application.
MERV 11
Designed for general commercial and light healthcare applications requiring higher-efficiency particulate filtration.
MERV 13
Higher-efficiency filtration suited to commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, laboratories, and other applications requiring increased particulate removal.
MERV 14
High-efficiency filtration for demanding applications such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, ISO cleanrooms, and critical environments requiring increased sub-micron particle control.
6-Inch and 12-Inch Filter Depth Options
6-Inch Depth
Suitable for standard cell housings, space-constrained installations, and direct replacement applications where a compact filter depth is required.
12-Inch Depth
Provides a deeper media pack for applications requiring increased dust-holding capacity and extended filter service intervals.
Frame & Header Configurations
Single Header
Designed for compatible standard side-access filter housings and air-handling systems.
Double Header
Suitable for compatible walk-in and both-sides-accessible filter bank configurations.
Box-Style
Provides a rigid cell-style construction for compatible free-standing and demanding filter installations.
Applications
AccuraFil ASHRAE Cell Filters are designed for a range of commercial, institutional, industrial, and controlled-environment HVAC applications, including:
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP environments
- Laboratories and controlled environments
- VAV commercial HVAC systems
- Air-handling units
- Package systems
- Split systems
- Built-up filter banks
- Free-standing filtration units
- High-humidity HVAC environments
Reliable Performance in High-Demand Environments
Beyond standard commercial HVAC applications, the robust frame construction and extended-surface deep-pleat design of AccuraFil ASHRAE cell filters provide a durable solution for demanding air filtration environments. The rigid cell construction is well suited to built-up filter banks and package HVAC systems serving heavy industrial facilities where reliable particulate control and consistent airflow performance are important.
Power Generation Facilities
Air filtration for gas turbine intake systems and HVAC equipment exposed to environmental dust, debris, and airborne particulate.
Mining Operations
High-efficiency particulate filtration for facilities exposed to heavy and abrasive airborne dust loads and demanding operating conditions.
Concrete & Cement Manufacturing
Industrial HVAC filtration for facilities where high-volume fine particulate can affect indoor air quality and equipment performance.
Glass Microfiber Media for Consistent Filtration
Glass fine microfiber media provides the filtration performance required for high-efficiency ASHRAE cell applications while maintaining a deep- pleated extended-surface configuration. The glass fiber matrix is designed to maintain consistent filtration efficiency as particulate loading increases.
This makes glass microfiber a suitable choice for applications where stable MERV performance, high-efficiency particulate capture, and dependable operation are important design requirements.
ASHRAE Cell Filters for High-Efficiency Pre-Filtration
Higher-efficiency ASHRAE cell filters can be used as upstream pre-filtration where the HVAC system is designed for staged filtration. Properly selected MERV 13 and MERV 14 filters can help reduce particulate loading on downstream high-efficiency and HEPA filtration stages.
For critical applications, verify the required efficiency, airflow, pressure drop, filter depth, frame configuration, and installation requirements against the HVAC system design.
ASHRAE Cell Filter vs. Pocket Bag Filter
ASHRAE cell filters use a rigid, deep-pleated extended-surface construction rather than flexible filter bags. The cell-style format can provide increased structural rigidity and installation flexibility for compatible HVAC systems, including VAV systems, high-humidity environments, and selected pocket-filter replacement applications.
Pocket bag filters may remain preferable where flexible bag construction, available depth, airflow requirements, or existing filter-bank configuration make them more suitable. Filter selection should consider efficiency, pressure drop, dimensions, installation depth, and total operating requirements.
Product Selection & Procurement
When ordering or replacing an ASHRAE cell filter, verify the required MERV rating, filter depth, nominal and actual dimensions, frame material, header configuration, airflow requirement, pressure-drop limits, and compatibility with the existing filter housing or filter bank.
AccuraFil supplies commercial and industrial air filtration products for facility managers, HVAC contractors, mechanical engineers, maintenance departments, cleanroom professionals, and procurement teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ASHRAE cell filter?
An ASHRAE cell filter is a deep-pleated, extended-surface air filter designed for high-efficiency HVAC filtration. The cell format uses a rigid frame and is available in configurations such as single header, double header, and box-style construction.
What MERV ratings are available?
AccuraFil ASHRAE cell filters are available in MERV 14 configuration under the product specifications provided for this filter family.
What is the advantage of glass microfiber media?
Glass fine microfiber media provides high-efficiency particulate filtration and is designed to maintain consistent filtration performance throughout the filter service life.
What is a hemmed-edge aluminum corrugated separator?
It is a precision-formed aluminum separator used to maintain consistent pleat spacing throughout the deep-pleated media pack, helping maintain effective filtration area and airflow distribution.
What filter depths are available?
The ASHRAE cell filter is available in 6-inch and 12-inch depth configurations, depending on the selected product configuration.
What frame and header configurations are available?
Available frame configurations include single header, double header, and box-style construction. Frame materials include GI, stainless steel, aluminum, and MDF, depending on the selected configuration.
Can an ASHRAE cell filter replace a pocket bag filter?
Selected configurations can be used as replacements for traditional pocket-style filters where the dimensions, depth, frame configuration, airflow requirements, and housing compatibility are suitable.
What is the recommended final pressure drop?
The recommended final pressure drop is 1.40 inches W.C. The product specifications also identify a maximum final pressure drop of 1.80 inches W.C.
AccuraFil High-Efficiency ASHRAE Cell Filters
AccuraFil ASHRAE cell filters combine deep-pleated extended-surface construction, glass fine microfiber media, precision aluminum separators, multiple MERV efficiency levels, and flexible frame configurations for demanding commercial and industrial HVAC applications.
ASHRAE Cell Air Filter – MERV 14 – Single Header