No dings or bent frame on this one although it was not particularly packaged in robust fashion: just cardboard and cellophane.
I replaced my MERV 8 filter with this MERV 13 Filtrete and was surprised that this new one makes less noise. The MERV 8 was relatively loud and my wife and I both expected that the finer Filtrete would be even louder, but it's whisper quiet. I hope it's doing something. :) The Filtrete has a lot tighter fit in the air duct so I had to work it in gingerly until it was fully seated. The MERV 8 was loose and needed foam shims to keep it in place. I like the tighter fit as we can have confidence that air is not finding it's way through the gaps.
We are using these MERV 13's as air purifiers in case of wildfires in our area. Over the last 3 years we've seen a lot of fire activity in Northern Cal and the air quality in our area has varied wildly. Instead of buying expensive HEPA air purifiers like our friends, we're using these 3M MERV 13's to improve air quality in our house. The EPA recommends this approach so hopefully they are right.
| Manufacturer | 3M |
|---|---|
| Part Number | UT24-2PK-6E |
| Item Weight | 2.06 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 29.81 x 0.78 x 13.81 inches |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Item model number | UT24-2PK-6E |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 14x30x1 |
| Color | White |
| Style | Standard Filter |
| Material | Electrostatically charged filter media |
| Pattern | 2-Pack |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Minimum Efficiency Reporting Values (MERV) | 13 |
| Usage | FOR RESIDENTIAL use only |
| Included Components | 2 Filters |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | This 3M product will be free from defects in material and manufacture. If this 3M product is defective, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M's option, replacement of the 3M product or refund of the purchase price of the 3M product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state, or country to country. To obtain warranty service, contact 3M at the address listed on the product package. |
