PowerGuard™ extended surface, pleated air filters with Airguard® technology are specially manufactured for system applications requiring improved medium-efficiency and non-shedding filtration media. The filters perform to MERV 11 based on ASHRAE Test Standard 52.2-2012 and are ideally suited for single filter applications or as improved pre-filter substitutes for disposables, permanent metal filters or media pad/frame filters. Common industry applications include pre-filtration for hospitals and general health care facilities, as well as food processing, pharmaceutical, and semi-conductor manufacturing plants.

The filters outperform similar products with respect to both initial and average efficiency. All PowerGuard™ pleated filters utilize synthetic media made up of continuous hydrophobic fibers that can withstand turbulent, high-velocity conditions. Due to the continuous fiber structure and dual-stage electrostatic enhancement, the media can capture a higher amount of small particles than conventional glass substitutes. Contaminant capture is further enhanced by the unique aerodynamic, wedge-shaped pleats.

The filters have a heavy-duty structure that features two-piece, high wet-strength beverage board frame with integral corner flaps, which help to prevent racking, warping or leaking under normal operating conditions. To ensure that dirt-laden air does not bypass into the air handling system, the media pack is securely bonded to the periphery of the frame with solvent-free, water-based glue. Each PowerGuard™ filter is manufactured using sophisticated production control techniques to ensure consistent pleat count, height, shape, and spacing, which contributes to lower pressure drop, full-depth dust-loading, and longer service life.

Markets:
Commercial and Industrial HVAC
Process Air Filtration

Applications:
Air handling systems
Single filter applications
Pre-filters in multi-stage systems

Benefits
Perform to MERV 11 based on ASHRAE Test Standard 52.2-2012
Continuously bonded to a corrosion resistant, expanded metal grid reating a 96% open face area
Synthetic media made from continuous hydrophobic fibers can withstand turbulent, high-velocity conditions
Continuous fiber structure and dual-stage electrostatic enhancement allow for capture of more small particles than conventional glass media substitutes
Wide range of sizes and air flow capacities available to meet the unique requirements of customers’ systems
Resistant to moisture, fire, mechanical damage, and microbial growth

Features
Filtration efficiency: MERV 11
Nominal thickness (in.): 1, 2, 4
Rated air velocity (fpm): 300–625
Air flow rates (cfm): 425–3,130
Initial resistances (in.w.g.): 0.12–0.60
Final resistance (in.w.g.): 1.0
Maximum operating temperature: 200 °F (93 °C)
Material of construction: two-piece, high wet-strength beverage board frame
Classified per UL Standard 900 for flammability

PowerGuard™ - Standard Size Pleated Filters