VariCel® II MH with INTERSEPT ®
IAQ Engineered High Efficiency Mini-Pleat Filter
with Metal Header and Cell Sides
● Top performance in humid
and turbulent operating
conditions
● Ideal for upgrading a
HVAC system
● Intersept® inhibits the
growth of microbes
resulting in improved IAQ
● Intersept® preserves the filter
media resulting in longer
service life
● Two efficiencies: F6 and F8
in accordance with EN779
Applicational Benefits VariCel II MH has been treated with
VariCel II MH with Intersept® is - as Intersept® biostatic preservative.
filters go - unique. The combined Intersept® brings added value to the
characteristics of metal header, water filtration process in that it inhibits the
repellent media pack and Intersept® growth of fungi and bacteria High Performance Cost Saving
biostatic preservative render the filter documented to affect IAQ, preserves Design
suitable for turbulent airflow the filter media throughout its service VariCel II MH with Intersept® is
applications and conditions in which life and reduces the risk of odours available in the efficiency ranges F6
moisture and/or high relative caused by microbial growth. and F8. The filter’s mini-pleat
humidity is an issue. It is also the extended surface media pack is housed
perfect solution for upgrading an How It Works within a compact galvanized steel
HVAC installation to a higher The filter media traps particulate housing - a construction which is
efficiency with a view to improving matter - both inert and sturdy and reliable. Rows of adhesive
indoor air quality. biocontaminated. On contact with beads maintain uniform pleat spacing
Intersept®, fungi and bacteria are and ensure maximum airflow with
Microbial Control is Built-In inhibited on the filter media. minimum resistance. Weighing only
Like most compact filters VariCel II Consequently, fewer microbial 3.7kg and only 4” deep, the filter is
MH displays excellent dust holding contaminated particles are allowed to easy to handle and install in front,
capacity on inert and biologically grow on the filter media and move rear and side access systems. This
contaminated particulate. downstream. The result: better IAQ combination of low-depth and low
Unlike most compact filters, though, and better HVAC system hygiene. weight adds up to a substantial saving
on transport and storage costs.
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B E T T E R A I R I S O U R B U S I N E S S
VariCel® II MH with INTERSEPT ®
Treated media versus untreated media
Treated media Untreated media
Dust ✔
❏ ✔
❏
Inhibits Bacteria Growth ✔
❏ ❏
Inhibits Fungi Growth ✔
❏ ❏
Controls Microbial Odours ✔
❏ ❏
Technical data Resistance vs Airflow
Nominal Actual Recomm. Rated Gross
Initial Resistance (Pa)
Rated Air Flow 250
Size Size2) Final Initial Media 90-95%
Capacity1) 225
(wxhxd) (wxhxd) Resistance Resistance Area 200
(inches) (mm) (m3/h) (m3/s) (Pa) (Pa) (m2) 175
90-95% Average Efficiency - F 8 3) 150 60-65%
10.3 125
24 x 24 x 4 594 x 594 x 108 3400 0,94 450 175
20 x 24 x 4 492 x 594 x 108 2805 0,78 450 175 8.4 100
12 x 24 x 4 289 x 594 x 108 1700 0,47 450 175 4.6 75
50
60-65% Average Efficiency3) - F 6
25
24 x 24 x 4 594 x 594 x 108 3400 0,94 450 110 10.3 0
20 x 24 x 4 492 x 594 x 108 2805 0,78 450 110 8.4 0 0.6 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.2
12 x 24 x 4 289 x 594 x 108 1700 0,47 450 110 4.6 Face Velocity (m/s)
1) Filters can be operated up to 125% of rated velocity.
2) Width and height dimensions are interchangeable. VariCel II MH filters may be installed with the pleats in the vertical or horizontal position.
3) All performance data based on ASHRAE 52.1-1992 test method. Performance tolerances conform to Section 7.4 of ARI Standard 850-93.
For maximum service life, VariCel II MH filters should always be operated with a prefilter.
Notes:
- All VariCel II MH filters are classified U.L. Class 2. Testing was performed according to [Link] 900 and CAN 4-S111
- VariCel II MH filters are packed two per carton.
- Special sizes available on request.
- Continuous operating temperature: 65˚C.
Intersept® is registered for use on air filters by the EPA in the United States under No. 43670-1. The product has been approved for use in Europe under European
Guidelines 67/548/EEC and 92/32/EEC .
Intersept® is a registered trademark of Interface Inc.
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