ePM10 Filter Class: Features and How to Choose the Right Filter
What is an ePM10 Filter?
Since 2018, air filters have been classified under the ISO 16890 standard, ensuring they are tested and rated based on their real-world performance.
Filters in the ePM10 class must capture at least 50% of PM10 particles (0.3–10 μm) during testing. For instance, a filter rated as ePM10 55% captures more than 55% of PM10 particles. The term "ePM" stands for Efficiency of Particulate Matter.
These filters are especially useful in areas with high PM10 pollution and can trap allergens like pollen, improving indoor air quality.
Why Choose an ePM10 Filter?
An ePM10 filter offers several benefits:
- Protects ventilation systems—especially heat exchangers—from clogging.
- Filters PM10 particles, are commonly found in many European cities.
- Positioned between Coarse and ePM1-ePM2.5 filters, offering:
a) Better filtration than Coarse filters.
b) Lower energy consumption and a longer lifespan compared to ePM1 and ePM2.5 filters.
What Particles Does an ePM10 Filter Capture?
ePM10 filters, such as M5 filters, effectively capture:
- PM10 particles, including dust, pollen, and mold spores.
- 25–30% of PM2.5 particles, such as combustion particles.
These filters are ideal for managing dust, allergens, mold spores, and even pet dander.
Where Are ePM10 Filters Commonly Used?
ePM10 filters are widely used in:
- Supply air filters in many air handling units (AHUs), such as Oxygen, Komfovent, and others.
- Occasionally in exhaust air filters in units from brands like Komfovent, Sabiana, Systemair, and 2VV. (However, exhaust filters typically don’t impact indoor air quality.)
When Should You Choose an ePM10 Filter?
You might want to choose an ePM10 filter if:
- Someone in your household has allergies.
- You live in an area with high levels of PM10 pollution.
(Check local air quality here: https://aqicn.org/map/united-kingdom/.)
However, if you’re in a city center, near major roads, industrial zones, or areas where solid fuels are used for heating, an ePM1 or activated carbon filter may be a better option.
ePM10 Filters and the EN 779 Standard
Under the old EN 779 standard, ePM10 filters align with the M5 and M6 classifications, based on their efficiency levels. Some lower-quality F7 filters, especially those produced in third countries, may also be classified as ePM10 filters.
Why Choose CleanFilter ePM10 Filters?
CleanFilter’s ePM10 filters are a cut above the rest, offering unmatched quality and performance.
Every CleanFilter ePM10 filter undergoes rigorous factory and third-party testing to ensure:
- Reliable performance.
- Airtight design.
- Full compliance with current standards.
Made with three-layer SANDLER AG material, they:
- Meet the German VDI 6022 hygiene standard.
- Offer high dust capacity for a longer service life.
- Deliver top-tier ePM10 55% efficiency.
- Are free from harmful PFAS chemicals.