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3M FAP02 Filtrete Ultra Clean Room Air Purifier Review

peachy — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:51:18 +0000

Air purifiers are a great household or commercial appliance for those who always want to breathe pure and clean air in their living or work spaces. The 3M FAP02 Filtrete Ultra Clean Room Air Purifier is portable model that features an ergonomic design that takes up less space in your home or office.

It boasts of an electrostatically charged Filtrete High Performance filter that captures 99.9% of particles and contaminants as small as 0.1 microns for rooms up to 160 square feet. This air purifier does not produce ozone and sells starting at $99.

3M FAP02 Filtrete Ultra Clean Room Air Purifier Specifications:

Weight: 17 pounds
Dimensions: 18.9 x 11 x 25.8 inches
Air purifying capabilities for rooms up to 160 square feet
Advanced Filtrete filtration technology captures up to 99.9% or airborne particles and contaminants
Filter change indicator tells you if the filter already needs to be replaced
Clean air delivery rate: 149 pollen, 128 dust, 102 smoke
Does not produce ozone
Warranty: 1-year limited warranty

Powerful Filtrete Filter
This air purifier features a powerful Filtrete Filter that can effectively capture 99.9% of particles and contaminants in the air as small as 0.1 microns such as pollen, mold spores and dust mite debris.

It can also capture bacteria, pet dander and other particles that carry odors, smoke, viruses and smog.

Innovative Filter Life Analyzer
Unlike usual filter change indicators and timers, this unit has a filter analyzer that shows the changes in the filter’s condition over time and also displays a warning signal when it is already time for you to change the filter.

Ergonomic and Environment-Friendly
This model does not produce ozone, which makes it more environment-friendly than other kinds of appliances. It is also designed to allow more clean air to flow into your room so your breathing space is always clean and pure.

3M FAP02 Filtrete Ultra Clean Room Air Purifier At A Glance…

Pros:

Powerful and effective filter
Does not produce ozone
Modern filter analyzer

Cons:

Replacement filters are expensive

Air purifiers have become a necessity for those who want clean air for their homes and the 3M FAP02 Filtrete Ultra Clean Room Air Purifier is probably one of the best in the lot. It features a Filtrete Filter that is very effective in cleaning the air of particles and impurities.

Despite its capabilities, this unit does not produce any ozone thus lessening the harmful emissions in the environment. A downside though could be the replacement filters which can be quite expensive. However, for the great value it offers, this air purifier is a worthy investment.

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3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier Review

peachy — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:37:56 +0000

The 3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier is a portable air purifier from 3M designed by Paolo Pininfarina which gives it a sleek and stylish design. It measures only 4 inches but has a Filtrete electrostatically charged filter that has the same purifying rate as a HEPA air purifier.

It has other great features such as a timer, a night light, remote control and an automatic air quality sensor. This model which is priced from $149 that can purify the air of rooms up to 150 square feet is also wall-mountable and does not emit any ozone.

3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier Specifications:

Weight: 14 lbs.
Dimensions: 17 x 4 x 23 inches
Clean air delivery rate: 141 Pollen, 116 Dust, 97 Smoke
Replaceable Filtrete filter FAPF04 (1 included – replace filter approximately every 3 months)
Fan: Three fan speeds plus auto mode
Long distance radio frequency remote control; battery included
Control: Electronic soft-touch controls with optional backlight
Warranty: 1-year limited warranty

Filtrete Filter
This model features a Filtrete filter which is 98% effective in capturing and filtering allergens such as mite debris, dust, mold spores and pollen. It can also capture particles that can carry viruses and other harmful elements such as bacteria, pet dander and household dust.

Automatic Mode
It has three fan speeds plus auto mode. The auto mode has an automatic air quality sensor that can automatically adjust the speed of the fan depending on the level of odors or gases detected by the sensor. It also has a timer with auto shut off which automatically turns off after 2, 4, or 8 hours.

Clean Air Delivery Rating
This model has a high Clean Air Delivery Rating which is: Pollen-114, Dust-116 and Smoke-97. This air purifier also features an ionizer with a separate on/off control which is very effective in filtering out even the smallest particles.

3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier At A Glance…

Pros:

Filtrete filter is 98% effective in filter allergens
Has three speeds for the fan and auto mode as well as timer to turn off appliance

Cons:

Quite expensive

The 3M FAP04 Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier is packed with great features for very air effective and efficient air purification. Its slim design belies its power as it can purify areas up to 150 sq. ft. and its high Clean Air Delivery Rate is also very effective in filtering out harmful elements in the air.

One of the drawbacks to this model is the cost which is higher compared to other models and the replacement filters can also be quite expensive and hard-to-find. For those who are willing to invest in a quality model, this unit works fairly well.

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3M Ultra Clean FAP03-RC Air Purifier Review

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:53:56 +0000

The 3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier prides itself as a air purifier that can do the job for small to midsized rooms like the living room area. It is packaged as a product that has a very high dust and allergen capture rate. It also brags to have the highest combined clean air delivery rate for dust, smoke and pollen.

I’m sure a lot of people are interested in a product that claims to provide all these things. Let’s put the 3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier to the test and see if it can deliver.

3M Ultra-Clean FAP03-RC Air Purifier Specifications

Coverage: 350 Sq. Ft.
Quiet Operation: Yes
Filter Change Indicator: Yes
Dimensions: 18 in (W) X 9 in (D) X 27 in (H)
Weight: 30 lb

The streamlines and stylish design of the 3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier helps it blend in with any décor you might have in your home or office. That’s right. You can use this in any area of around 350 square feet. Because of the range, it’s also bigger compared to other products out there. In this case, bigger is a good thing as there is a better chance that the air around you is purified.

Because of its size, putting it in high setting does generate a noise that is audible. It is similar to the white noise you get to hear so for that noise factor, you may base it on how you react to white noise. If the product is on low or medium though, there is minimal noise. You may opt for this option if the noise really bothers you. For me, it’s very minimal so I don’t really mind.

The product has a 99.9% dust and allergen capture rate. What this means is that the machine effectively captures airborne particles and allergens like pollen, mold and dust mite debris. This is a good product for people who are allergic to dust particles. When I used the product, I saw the difference after 3 days. I don’t wake up with a stuffy nose anymore. I have lesser rhinitis flare ups which is the true indicator for the product’s effectiveness.

It’s CADR or clean air delivery rate is 274 for dust, 225 for smoke and 312 for pollen. This is basically an indication of the amount of air purified and how well it is purified. As you can see, it does a very good job for pollen, dust and then smoke. If you hate the smell of smoke in your home, the 3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier can clear that for you as well.

3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier At A Glance…

Pros

High CADR Rate
High Dust and Allergen Capture Rate

Cons

Minimal Noise at High Setting

I recommend the 3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier for consumers who are looking at an air purifier that can handle a large area. With its high effectiveness rating, this one is a good buy.

If you have had any experience with the 3M FAP03-RC Ultra-Clean Air Purifier, we would like to hear from you. Please add your reviews below

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3M Filtrete FAP03-RS Air Purifier Review

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:01:59 +0000

The 3M Filtrete FAP03-RS Ultra Clean Air Purifier is an air purifier offered by the 3M Company. This product comes with a high CADR or Clean Air Delivery Rate. It also comes with a state of the art filter life analyzer. This is pretty much different from the conventional filter life indicator available in similar products.

The 3M Filtrete FAP03-RS Ultra Clean Air Purifier does not produce any ozone so you can be assured it’s environmentally sound. Speaking of sound, this product runs very quietly in the background. Neat, right?

3M FAP03-RS Filtrete Ultra Clean Air Purifier Specifications

Coverage: 350 Sq. Ft.
Quiet Operation: Yes
Filter Change Indicator: Yes
Dimensions: 20 in (W) X 9.25 in (D) X 28 in (H)
Weight: 22.5 lb

The first thing you’ll notice when the product is right in front of you is how big it is compared to the usual air purifiers out there. If you can take a look at the dimensions noted, there is at least an inch in difference when placed beside another purifier.

When held though, you’ll notice how light the 3M Filtrete FAP03-RS Ultra Clean Air Purifier is. Its streamlined design makes sure it fits any décor and can even be placed against the wall.

The product is available in three fan speeds depends on the size of the room you are in. A big room means putting the setting on high and make sure the entire room is covered. With a CADR rate of 312 for pollen, 274 for dust and 224 for smoke, you are assured that the air you breathe is filtered and purified. The CADR rate on this product is basically enough to filter 99.99% of dust in your room.

As mentioned earlier, the machine comes with a filter life analyzer like no other. It doesn’t just use simple timers to indicate the need to change the filter, the analyzer recognizes any gradual change in the filter condition and displays a warning signal when it’s time to change it. From experience, it takes approximately 3 months before the Filtrete filter FAPF03 needs to be replaced.

3M Filtrete Air Purifier At A Glance

Pros

1 Year Warranty
High CADR Rating
State of the Art Filter Life Analyzer

Cons

Noise Factor (Minimal)

This product is in the same price range as the smaller ones out there. If you need an air purifier for a big room, this is for you. There is minimal noise but it is tolerable.

If you have had any experience with the 3M Filtrete FAP03-RS Ultra Clean Air Purifier, we would like to hear from you. Please add your reviews below.

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