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I think it’s similar to slap bracelet technology if any other old farts on here tonight.
Aug 8, 2021 10:50 PM
andwings2go
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I think it’s similar to slap bracelet technology if any other old farts on here tonight.
Dave17234567
And that was a paid for advertisement.
IsolatedAsshole
Gonna need to see a side-by-side of a new and old filter.
nojustsayitdont
Bro, you're far too easily amused. I hope you price checked that shit against normal costing filters.
Draiki
You can also buy a reusable filter. Better for your wallet over time and the planet. They do need cleaning.
t00tie
My AC (well, inverter, it's a heat pump too) has a washable filter. No need to produce even more garbage.
Daraanel
HiDefToast88
I use these too, have for a while now
VanZaiden
They're happy to see you
ForsakenBiscuit
Those are some expensive ass filters.
tpanyS
Took me a moment of looking at comments to realize this is for like large HVAC shit. I was gonna say my window A/C just has a cleanable one.
wetqueef
What happened to filters you washed in the bathtub? Wasn’t that fun?
Megaplox
Shame they don't ship to Canada, those are really cool!
Ajdamus
Cool. But that's not HEOA right?
WhatsThatOnTheFloor
Just looked em up and they’re 3x the price.
anotherIngloriousHandle
totally this comment right here
ajhorselady84
Everytime I go to the store, I'm like "damn it, I forgot to measure the air filter". Stil have no idea what size mine is
tombrazelton
I get my filters from this place too. Love em!
ditetraconta
Weird… I have second nature but I’ve never seen this!
andwings2go
I think they are experimenting. The springy ones are packaged differently each time and I occasionally still get a regular one.
r333
Are they good? Vs like 3M and Honeywell? ?
Teampants79
Ok. Will admit I snorted at "snap bracelet technology"...
verityauger
We have the technology!
Notenoughfish
Just bought my daughters snap bracelets the other day.
Kooooooo
I just throw nine in the washing machine once a month: https://airthreds.com/
SouthernSavant
Interesting I have never heard of those. Anything you don't like about them?
rovertbiggs
I just got one of these in May. Works pretty good so far!
Kooooooo
Its actually worked out well. You may need a second cover (they sell them) or a cheap filter to use while washing/drying
Kooooooo
But otherwise, I haven't noticed any difference compared to replaceable filters. Time will tell if they good up but so far so good (3rd mth)
VaultGirl69
The ones on their website look nothing like this. That have cardboard frames and metal strings. Link this one?
LucienSeptim
What's the MERV on that bad boy?
komododave
It’s level 3 griffin.
sesamesnapsinhalf
Looks like they have 8, 11, and 13.
andwings2go
Absolutely zero documents so I’m going to say it’s MERV is 69.
OperationM1ndcrime
Nice
Lemuffinmannn
MERV BITCH GET OUT THE WAY
AtWestEnd
Nice
thisusernameisavailable
Nice.
youcancallmesusanifitmakesyouhappy
certainlynotaserialkiller
Change your filter and clean the outdoor condensor. Just use a hose from a distance so you dont bend the fins.
Edutittam
I have to do that all the time at certain points of the year. Cottonwood trees just fill that thing up with cotton.
andwings2go
Fairly confident the 3 times daily sideways torrents of rain have taken care of that but I’ll have a look.
certainlynotaserialkiller
Nipe, you still have to clean them
SomeMenDreamOfCookies
Florida do be like that right now.
KnowGoYesStopWin
They have ‘combs’ to unbend fins
legosandmemes420
Noon HVAC tech. This sounds dumb tho.
certainlynotaserialkiller
Dumb, but they kinda work. You have to be skilled to use them properly and know when to NOT use them.
certainlynotaserialkiller
Dont use those if you are not a hvac guy.
KnowGoYesStopWin
Sounds like something an HVAC guy would say so he can change me 75 dollars for him to do it.
certainlynotaserialkiller
TheCacklingJackal
Why do you change AC filters every month?
Ulthirm
Ours replace at a similar time, all the smoke and pollution coming down weekly mucks them up and reduces the efficiency of the AC.
ThatDarnLobster
I’ve been told that too. The AC techs usually follow it with “…but use the cheap super-basic filter”
ForsakenBiscuit
Filters build up lint, which after time restricts airflow. To keep air conditioner efficient it is recommended to change the filter monthly.
StormBurnX
HVAC filters should be changed pretty regularly, it's one fan system to filter/blow the WHOLE house, it's not 'normal' aircon
imakeeper
Allergies maybe?
SatanicSpirals
Filters need changed/cleaned frequently here due to a local paper mill. 15th most pollutant in the US.
imgurschmimgur
It's Florida, so gets clogged up with corona particles real quickly
ThisOldCPU
My Frigidaire AC timer reminds you to clean the filter every 30 days.
Ajdamus
Well..dou you like growing bacteria, spores/fungi and other shit to breath?
Listeningtokpop
Just do 1st of the month and easy to remember. Change air filters, cycle water heater, add salt to softener,clean dryer vent, clean air vent
Listeningtokpop
2 adults, 2 cats, 2 dogs, the filter is usually filled. We like breathing so I change the filters regularly.
Imademyselfsquirtle
Why wouldn't you?
t00tie
My AC (well, inverter, it's a heat pump too) has a washable filter. No need to produce even more garbage.
theleprechaunviking
I go monthly because of cottonwoods, hayfarmers, forestfires, having 3 big hairy dogs, and asthma from lung scarring due to occupation.
Aeonika
The damn fires had me coughing bad for a few weeks
Thegandork
It's recommended by manufacturers to change your filters monthly. Only have 1 or 2 people, no pets, no allergies you can go longer
KillingTlme
So the people who sell the product recommend you replace it more often? Why ever would they do that?
TerdFurgison
Oil changes every 3k
kmikl
Depends on the filter type. I have annual filters.. they're over 4" thick, MERV 13. Follow manufacturer direction.
MoneyBaggedMcG
Ah yes the recommendations of manufacturers who profit directly off how many filters you purchase
tr26
Probably don’t change your car oil or change/clean your car air filter either.
tr26
Ah yes the recommendations of the EPA to ensure you meet your SEER rating.
Ajdamus
Yeah it's not like filters filter air and are slowly place for germ/spoee heaven..
Thegandork
You could use more expensive filters as well, but I've had a few different HVAC techs tell me cheap ones, changed often is the best
kruug
I tend to buy on the higher end of the MERV ratings, and they're still full by the end of the month. DuPont and Filtrete.
papamoose
Same. Reasoning is that the more expensive filter make your A/C systems work harder because they are less porous.
pandro
I have wondered about this. Are there facts to back it up? not being sarcastic.
sfbiker
I had a 4" AprilAire filter box installed with my HVAC, MERV 13 filters last "up to" a year and cost $40
CyanideBreathMint
Do you use a pre filter?
sfbiker
The HVAC people said not to bother, just one more filter to change, it it won't meaningfully extend the MERV 13 life.
CyanideBreathMint
We change merv13 box filters yearly and pre filters bi annually, but they're on fan walls of large buildings.
ErniesWidow
I live in Florida and have 22 cats, 6 dogs, a rabbit, and an opossum.
GreenAppel
What, no squirrels?
ErniesWidow
They live outside. I do feed them peanuts in an effort to keep them off the bird feeder.
MBdub210
ErniesWidow
I do animal rescue.
MBdub210
Oooooh, awesome! And thank you for doing that!!
andwings2go
For Florida conditions specifically that’s what’s been decided to be the most efficient. Wherever you are could be vastly different.
FirstAidPoetry
It’s probably due to the difference in humidity, but mine has a washable one plus a carbon one that switches every six months or so.
brattius
Can confirm, Florida resident also and We get the exact same ones
Ajdamus
I would say changing filter every month is VERY good everywhere
ELKronos
In a sealed room yes, but in an AC it probably doesn't make any difference if you ever open a window or go outside.
Tirefire45
It's also for efficiency and longevity for your air handler. Clogged filters will wear the motor out.
ELKronos
I would be skeptical that replacing them monthly adds to longevity. I think it is wise to at least clean them but doubt you have to buy new
bckitchen246
I get the same one where do you put it I have no idea please help me
youcancallmesusanifitmakesyouhappy
If you aren’t kidding do some research, there are several possibilities so if u look them all up you’ll find one like yours eventually.
lurksohardmotherfuckerswannafindme
There is a big ass air intake somewhere in your house most likely a hallway ceiling.
andwings2go
Seriously? Behind a louvered vent somewhere inside the house that’ll likely have a very dirty one.
jackpkmn
Their reaction when they had central air installed 15 years ago and start reading this thread
Lemuffinmannn
You framed that with more elegant restraint than I could have.
Nandabun
Literally, google it.. call a hardware store.. walk into Lowe's.. don't wait until you see a mildly relevant post to your RL. That guy.. lol
Xarxese
Depending on where you live and how your home is built, they could be in the wall or ceiling. You could have one or several depending on 1/?
Xarxese
The size of the house. They also come in different sizes. SO, you're on a treasure hunt, lol. Look for a big metal square in the ceiling, 2/
Xarxese
First. It will look like what your car vents look like, with the lines across them. If you can't find it in your ceiling, look at floor 3/?