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304 Stainless Steel Commercial Permanent Metal Air Filter

A stack of commercial permanent metal air filters with galvanized frames and layered aluminum mesh

Commercial Permanent Metal Air Filter in 304 Stainless Steel (AISI 304 (1.4301)) is used for pre-filtering air in commercial and industrial air handlers with rigid, washable metal filters that stay in service for years instead of being thrown away. The alloy gives good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water and is essentially non-magnetic (annealed), with a practical service limit of approx. +450 °C continuous.

Alloy Properties

Grade designationAISI 304 (1.4301)
Magnetic responseEssentially non-magnetic (annealed)
Service temperatureapprox. +450 °C continuous
Corrosion characteristicGood general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water

Specifications of Commercial Permanent Metal Air Filter Available in 304 Stainless Steel

SizeWidth X (mm)Height Y (mm)Thickness (mm)MediaFrame
20 u00d7 20 u00d7 2 in50850850Aluminum layered expandedGalvanized steel
24 u00d7 24 u00d7 2 in61061050Aluminum layered expandedGalvanized steel
20 u00d7 25 u00d7 2 in50863550SS430 layered meshSS430
24 u00d7 24 u00d7 4 in610610100Galvanized expanded + knittedGalvanized steel

Where 304 Stainless Steel Commercial Permanent Metal Air Filter Is Used

  • Commercial HVAC: air-handler pre-filters in offices, schools and hospitals.
  • Industrial plants: make-up air units in dusty or oily environments.
  • Commercial kitchens: grease pre-filters on make-up air.
  • Paint & finishing booths: intake pre-filters.

Ordering Commercial Permanent Metal Air Filter in 304 Stainless Steel

  • Size: Nominal 20 × 20, 24 × 24 or 20 × 25 in at 2 in or 4 in depth.
  • Media: Layered aluminum for weight; SS430 or galvanized for heat and abrasion.
  • Frame: Galvanized steel or stainless with handles for frequent removal.

Mistakes to Avoid with Commercial Permanent Metal Air Filter

  • Using a metal pre-filter as the final filter.
  • Re-installing filters wet, which carries water onto the coil.

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Dimensions & Specifications (ASHRAE 52.2 / UL 900)

SizeWidth X (mm)Height Y (mm)Thickness (mm)MediaFrame
20 u00d7 20 u00d7 2 in50850850Aluminum layered expandedGalvanized steel
24 u00d7 24 u00d7 2 in61061050Aluminum layered expandedGalvanized steel
20 u00d7 25 u00d7 2 in50863550SS430 layered meshSS430
24 u00d7 24 u00d7 4 in610610100Galvanized expanded + knittedGalvanized steel

Frequently Asked Questions

What MERV rating do metal air filters have?

Usually MERV 1–4.

How do I clean commercial metal air filters?

Rinse with water and mild detergent, then let them dry.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the technical drawing on this page to pick the exact specification, then submit it with the quote form. We respond within one business day.