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Licensed HVAC technicians and building maintenance professionals install this filter as part of routine preventive maintenance programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMERV 8 rating per ASHRAE 52.2-2012 with 35% particle capture efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire-backed pleat construction maintains media geometry at operating velocities up to 500 FPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic filter media resists moisture and holds particulate loading effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid paperboard frame with integrated support for consistent housing seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated airflow of 825 CFM with a low initial resistance of 0.20 inches water gauge at 500 FPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum operating temperature of 200 degrees F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilter 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wire-Backed Pleated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMERV Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParticle Capture Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e: 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Synthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16 x 20 x 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActual Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15-1\/2 x 19-1\/2 x 1-3\/4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e: 825 CFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Face Velocity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 500 FPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.20 inches water gauge at 500 FPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.0 inches water gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200 degrees F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: ASHRAE 52.2-2012, UL 900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.08 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: PRO-SOURCE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: PRO10384\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PRO-SOURCE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51736210374962,"sku":"PRO10384","price":103.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/c8c253be3367c67cc90fb58e7d845300.jpg?v=1788776543","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/pro-source-pro10384-pleated-air-filter-16x20x2-merv-8","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}