Pro-source PRO10384 Pleated Air Filter 16x20x2 Merv 8

Product Description

The PRO-SOURCE PRO10384 is a MERV 8, wire-backed pleated air filter designed for forced-air HVAC systems in residential and light commercial applications. Built with a synthetic pleated media and a rigid wire backing, it maintains pleat geometry under airflow and delivers 35% particle capture efficiency. The paperboard frame provides a firm, consistent fit in standard filter housings. Rated for airflows up to 825 CFM at a maximum face velocity of 500 feet per minute, this filter handles typical residential air handler and furnace applications without excessive restriction. Licensed HVAC technicians and building maintenance professionals install this filter as part of routine preventive maintenance programs.

This filter is rated for use with any forced-air unit that accepts a nominal 16 x 20 x 2 inch filter. It suits residential gas and electric furnaces, air handlers, and packaged units where MERV 8 filtration is specified or required. At MERV 8, it captures dust mite debris, mold spores, dusting aids, and particles in the 3 to 10 micron range, making it a solid baseline filtration choice for standard comfort cooling and heating systems. It is compliant with ASHRAE 52.2-2012 and listed to UL 900.

Key Features

• MERV 8 rating per ASHRAE 52.2-2012 with 35% particle capture efficiency
• Wire-backed pleat construction maintains media geometry at operating velocities up to 500 FPM
• Synthetic filter media resists moisture and holds particulate loading effectively
• Rigid paperboard frame with integrated support for consistent housing seal
• Rated airflow of 825 CFM with a low initial resistance of 0.20 inches water gauge at 500 FPM
• Maximum operating temperature of 200 degrees F

Compatibility

Designed for use with any forced-air HVAC unit accepting a nominal 16 x 20 x 2 inch filter. Actual dimensions are 15-1/2 x 19-1/2 x 1-3/4 inches.

Installation Notes

Filter installation should be performed by a qualified HVAC technician or trained maintenance personnel following equipment manufacturer guidelines. Always shut down the air handler or furnace at the disconnect or thermostat before replacing the filter. Confirm airflow direction arrows on the filter frame align with the direction of airflow into the unit. Inspect the filter housing gasket or rail for gaps that could allow bypass around the filter media.