Activated Carbon/Charcoal Air Filters: How Long Do They Really Last?

That's a great question. A lot of air purifiers/air cleaners have activated carbon filters to help remove chemicals, odors, smoke, etc, and sometimes it's hard to tell if it's still working or not or exactly when you need to change them. The manufacturers usually give a suggested time frame for changing the filters, but then state that how long an activated carbon filter lasts really depends on the amount of pollutants in the area, which is a little confusing.

A good rule of thumb is to change out all filters, HEPA and activated carbon/charcoal filters once per year, especially if you're really sensitive to indoor air pollution. If you're extremely sensitive, don't take a chance-change your filters any time symptoms even begin to reappear.

For the rest of us that may not be able to tell if we're really sensitive or not, but still want a better idea of how long our activated carbon/charcoal filters last and really when to change them, there is a way to 'test' it-by how well it is still removing odors and smells.

Military grade carbon in gas masks, and in good carbon/charcoal air purifier filters work by absorbing or attracting airborne chemical residues in the air. And since odors and smells also come from airborne chemical molecules and residues, if an activated carbon/charcoal filter in your air purifier is still working well, it should be able to mostly or completely remove an odor or smell in a matter of minutes, right?

So, one way to 'test' your activated carbon/charcoal air filter is to put your air purifier either in the kitchen after you've finished cooking, making coffee, or spray a little air freshener or cologne into the air around you, then turn the air purifier on high for 15 minutes or so. If the smell goes away completely or is very noticeably reduced, the activated carbon/charcoal filter is probably still doing its job trapping the airborne chemical molecules responsible for the smell.

You can test the filter again later and if it takes longer to get rid of the odors, that tells you that the carbon is 'filling' up and the air is needing to circulate through the air purifier a few more times to become clean. True military grade carbon/charcoal filters (as in Austin Air purifiers) will do a better job and last longer, but once you begin to notice that odors aren't going away like they used to, that carbon filter is probably 'full' and needs to be changed to make sure you and your family are still breathing clean air.

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Air Conditioner Freezing Up? Try This Out

A common complaint among homeowners is that their central air conditioner is always freezing up. If this is the case for you then you might want to think about doing a maintenance check. Failure to have the problem properly diagnosed could result in long-lasting damage to this crucial unit.

While there are, in fact, several reasons that your air conditioner is freezing up the typical suspect is your refrigerant levels. There could be a leak in one of the lines or it has just run out.

When this happens the coil starts to get extremely cold and ice begins to form on it. It builds and builds and over several days, maybe weeks, it grows into a large block of ice. Over time this causes damage to your compressor (the large block unit on the outside of your house). To prevent this you need to make certain that your refrigerant levels are routinely checked once a year in order to prevent this from happening.

A quick solution to ice forming is shutting off your compressor, while letting the fans still run, so that the excess ice melts.

The evaporator coil also needs a good place to drain its excess condensation. You will notice some type of tube or pipe attached to it for this purpose. If this device gets blocked, some way, it can cause a huge build up that could damage your unit and cause it to freeze up. If you should notice that the problem is getting worse over time then you need to call a certified HVAC technician to come out and find the exact location where the leak is and repair the problem.

Another quick fix is just changing out the air conditioner filter. You would not believe how many homeowners let several years go by in between them doing this. These filters are at the most and making sure they stay unclogged is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to preventing costly problems with your air conditioner. A dirty filter will restrict good air flow which in turns will lower the cooling point of the evaporator coil below its typical freezing point. You need to inspect all the vents and keep on top of them staying debris free and clean.

Lastly, you need to check the thermostat. It's rare but sometimes it is not the central A/C unit that is malfunctioning but the unit (thermostat) controlling it. Not only should you set your inside temperature 15 degrees lower than the temperature outside but you need to have it inspected once every several years. There is a way a homeowner can inspect the thermostat himself by discounting the Y terminal and seeing if the air conditioner still turns on but you should only attempt this if you really know what you are doing.

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Filtrete Micro Allergen Reduction Filter, 1000 MPR, 20-Inch by 25-Inch by 1-Inch, 6-Pack

• Outperforms fiberglass, washable and non-electrostatic pleated 1-Inch filters
• Carries a 1000 microparticle performance rating (mpr)
• Attracts and captures microscopic particles like smoke and smog and large allergens like mold spores and pollen from the air passing through the filter
• Lasts up to 3 months
• For residential use only

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20" x 25" x 1", Red, Micro Filtrete Filter, 3 Month Filter Is 90% Effective At Capturing Large Allergens Like Mold Spores & Pet Dander, Captures Microscopic Allergens Like Dust, Smoke & Smog, Captures Bacteria & Particles That Can Carry Viruses, Meets The Guidelines Of The American Lung Association Health House Program.
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The Filtrete 1000 MPR Micro allergen reduction filter not only vastly improves the air quality in your home, it also keeps your air conditioning and heating systems running efficiently, saving on utilities and maintenance costs. The electrostatic filter attracts and captures airborne dust, pollen, dust-mite debris, lint, mold spores, pet dander, smoke, smog, and bacteria. With each pass through the specially pleated filter, the air in your living space improves, making for a healthier home environment. This air-cleaning filter outperforms comparable non-electrostatic fiberglass and washable and reusable one-inch filters.

1000 MPR Micro Allergen Reduction Filter At a Glance: Electrostatic filter attracts and captures dust, pollen, dust-mite debris, mold spores, pet dander, smoke, smog, and bacteria Improves air quality by cleaning air with each pass through the filter Keeps your furnace or air conditioner running efficiently Outperforms comparable fiberglass and washable/reusable filters Pack includes six filters

The Elite allergen reduction filter's fibers attract air-polluting contaminants (view larger).

By removing dust from the air, the filter also reduces strain on your furnace and air conditioner, helping to keep them running efficiently (view larger).

Electrostatic Design Captures More Particles
The 3M Micro allergen reduction filter is made with both positively charged and negatively charged fibers that act like tiny magnets to attract air-polluting contaminants. Since particles in the air are either positively or negatively charged, they are attracted to and captured by the filter and kept out of your living space.

Electrostatic filters, including the 3M Micro allergen reduction filter, perform better than comparable non-electrostatic fiberglass and washable/reusable filters, because they attract and capture the small, allergy-aggravating microparticles that non-electrostatic filters can't.

Improves Indoor Air Quality
With indoor air a surprising two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, the 3M Micro allergen reduction filter can make a difference in maintaining a healthier home environment by cleaning air with each pass through the filter.

The 3M Micro allergen reduction filter features a 1000 Microparticle Performance Rating (MPR), which means it is able to capture large and small particles from the air, including household dust, pollen, dust-mite debris, mold spores, pet dander, smoke, smog, and bacteria.

Improves Efficiency
This allergen-reduction filter also keeps your heating and air conditioning equipment working efficiently by removing dirt and reducing strain on the motor. It is recommended that you change the filter every three months. However, the effectiveness and life of the filter can vary and depend on the individual conditions in your home.

About Filtrete Air Filters
For nearly 25 years, Filtrete filters have delivered cleaner air to millions of homes, becoming a leader in residential air filtration. Developed by 3M engineers to help capture airborne allergens, the Filtrete filter media is electrostatically charged to act like tiny magnets to attract and capture microscopic particles from the air as it passes through the filter. Today, a dedicated technical team continues to develop innovative filtration solutions for around the home, including air cleaning filters, room air purifiers, and water filtration products.

What's in the Box
Pack of six 3M 1000 MPR Micro allergen reduction filters.

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	Elite Allergen Reduction Filter	Ultimate Allergen Reduction Filter	Ultra Allergen Reduction Filter	Micro Allergen Reduction Filter	Dust and Pollen Reduction Filter	Dust Reduction Filter
MPR Rating	2200	1900	1500	1000	600	300
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