V-Bank Activated Carbon Air Filter

Key Benefits

Technical Specifications

60% CTC Activated Carbon for Molecular Filtration

The V-Bank Carbon Filter uses micro-granulate activated carbon embedded within dual-layer synthetic media. The 60% CTC activated carbon configuration provides a high surface area for adsorption of gaseous contaminants while the synthetic media provides the particulate filtration component.

This dual-mode design allows particulate and molecular filtration to occur within a single filter unit, simplifying HVAC filtration where both airborne particles and gaseous contaminants are part of the filtration requirement.

Targeted Gaseous Contaminants

The activated carbon media is designed for molecular adsorption of gaseous contaminants commonly encountered in commercial, industrial, transportation-influenced, and specialized HVAC environments.

V-Bank Design for Efficient HVAC Airflow

The V-bank configuration arranges the filtration media into multiple angled sections, increasing the effective media surface area within the available filter footprint. The mini-pleated configuration is designed to support efficient airflow while providing space for activated carbon loading.

The 12-inch filter depth provides a substantial media and carbon volume for applications requiring combined particulate and molecular filtration.

Choosing the Right MERV Rating

Select the appropriate particulate filtration efficiency based on facility requirements, indoor air quality objectives, system design, airflow, and allowable pressure drop.

ABS Frame & 20 mm Header Construction

The V-Bank Carbon Filter uses a corrosion-resistant ABS plastic frame rather than a conventional metal frame. This non-metal construction is intended for environments where corrosion resistance is important.

A 20 mm peripheral header provides the filter mounting interface for compatible HVAC filter racks and housings.

Always verify the existing filter housing dimensions, header configuration, sealing arrangement, and installation requirements before ordering a replacement filter.

Commercial & Industrial HVAC Applications

AccuraFil V-Bank Activated Carbon Filters are designed for applications where both particulate and gaseous contaminant control are required, including:

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities
• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology facilities
• Data centers and mission-critical facilities
• Commercial office buildings
• Urban and transportation-influenced buildings
• Laboratories and controlled environments
• Food and beverage processing facilities
• Industrial HVAC systems
• Outdoor-air intake systems requiring gas-phase filtration

Reliable Performance in High-Demand Environments

The combination of MERV particulate filtration and activated carbon molecular adsorption makes the V-Bank Carbon Filter suitable for HVAC systems exposed to mixed contaminant loads.

Hospitals & Healthcare

Combined particulate and molecular filtration can help address complex airborne contaminant conditions in healthcare HVAC environments.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Higher-efficiency MERV configurations provide particulate filtration while activated carbon targets gaseous contaminants in compatible pharmaceutical and controlled environments.

Data Centers

Activated carbon filtration can help address gaseous contaminants that may contribute to corrosion concerns for sensitive electronic equipment, while MERV filtration provides particulate control.

Urban & Transportation Facilities

The activated carbon component is designed to target gaseous pollutants associated with vehicle exhaust and outdoor-air intake conditions.

Food & Beverage Processing

Activated carbon filtration can be used to target selected gaseous and odor-related contaminants in compatible food-processing and storage HVAC environments.

Dual-Mode Particulate & Molecular Filtration

How to Select the Right V-Bank Carbon Filter

1. 1

   Identify the Target Contaminants

   Determine whether the application requires particulate filtration, molecular filtration, or both. Target gaseous contaminants may include VOCs, vehicle exhaust, SOx, NOx, ammonia, and ozone.

2. 2

   Select the Required MERV Rating

   Choose MERV 10, MERV 13, or MERV 15 based on the required particulate filtration efficiency and facility application.

3. 3

   Verify the 12-Inch Filter Depth

   Confirm that the AHU or filter housing can accommodate the 12-inch filter depth and the required 20 mm peripheral header.

4. 4

   Check Temperature and Pressure-Drop Requirements

   Verify that the operating environment does not exceed 131°F (55°C) and that the HVAC system can accommodate the recommended final pressure drop of 1.50" w.g.

V-Bank Carbon Filter vs. Separate Carbon & Particulate Stages

Traditional HVAC systems may use separate particulate filters and dedicated activated carbon stages. The AccuraFil V-Bank Carbon Filter combines both filtration functions into a single filter configuration, providing a compact approach for applications requiring particulate and molecular contaminant control.

The V-bank geometry provides extended media surface area while the activated carbon component provides molecular adsorption. The appropriate configuration depends on contaminant concentrations, required MERV efficiency, airflow, available installation depth, and the HVAC system's pressure-drop limitations.

Frequently Asked Questions