Ambient Air Filter

**LJR** · 10-02-2006, 04:15 AM

I would choose based on filtration specifications. The Penn State unit will filter 98% of particles 3 micron or bigger and 60% of particles 1 micron or bigger. The other two you mention may have ratings very close to that but I didn't see their filtration ratings. I would choose disposable filters over washable. Washable filters lose their effectiveness after repeated washing and the residue from the water and soap will remain on the filter.

**Thom2** · 10-02-2006, 07:39 AM

You may want to try and pick up the October issue of Wood magazine, they did a shootout of all the major names.

here's a link to the info about the article:
http://www.woodmagazine.com/wood/woo...72airscrubbers

**sweensdv** · 10-02-2006, 09:24 AM

The Jet has a rating of 1 micron on the inner filter and 5 microns on the outer filter. I disagree that throwaway outer filters are better than the washables. I've been using the same washable filter for years with absolutely no reduction in the filtering ability. Using soap on a washable filter is also something I've never done either, I just rinse mine with a garden hose and let it air dry.

**Rob R** · 10-03-2006, 07:28 AM

i've got the jet. had if for about 2 years. it was 170 when i got it. works great, the remote and timer features are super handy.

i think in the end any is WWAAAYY better than none.

fwiw
rob

Ambient Air Filter

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