Do MERV 13 Filters Have Electrostatic Charge?

The MERV 13 filter is our top-of-the-line model. It is electrostatically charged and made of materials that are more efficient than standard pleated polycotton filters or fiberglass filters. In fact, it can filter particles as small as one micron in size. BNX MERV 13 air filters are designed with a special electrostatically charged filter medium that can capture up to 95% (3 to 10 microns) of harmful microscopic particles from the air.

These particles can aggravate allergies, asthma, and other respiratory issues. Air purifiers and some filters, such as HEPA filters, can help reduce other respiratory causes or problems and improve air quality in the home, but they cannot capture or destroy viruses, which are too small. The main purpose of any filter is to clean the dirty outside air that enters your home. So, the question is not “is an electrostatic air filter better?” but rather “is an electrostatic air filter better for YOU and YOUR HOME?” An air filter is an important part of your air conditioning system and there are two main types to choose from: electrostatic, HEPA and pleated.

The carbon filter is used to remove remaining impurities, allowing fresh, clean air to enter your home. Electrostatic air filters are different from pleated filters because they use electricity to trap dust, pollen, and other airborne particles before they enter your home. If you want to save money, time, and the hassle of filtering air from your home's HVAC system, but don't mind a slightly higher initial cost, an electrostatic filter might be the right choice for you. Electrostatic air filters, also known as washable filters or reusable filters, are found in an oven and usually replace a pleated filter.

The lifespan of your air conditioning filter depends on the indoor and outdoor conditions in which you live. All Nordic Pure pleated air filters are made with a durable and moisture-resistant cardboard beverage frame. Most normal household contaminants, such as mold, pollen and pet dander, are all larger and are easily trapped and removed by standard air conditioning filters. BNX MERV 13 filter solutions are subjected to a synthetic electrostatic charge that surpasses standard fiberglass filters and adopts the latest in electrostatic filtration technology to enable superior resistance to the industry's low airflow, while maintaining the highest filtration level.