ISO 16890 FINE FILTRATION
Panel Filter (Plastic Frame)
Panel Filter (Plastic Frame) is a lightweight and compact air filter used to capture fine particles in HVAC systems, provide second- or final-stage filtration, and protect HEPA filters against excessive particulate loading.
The product combines glass-fiber filter media, hot-melt separators, a two-component polyurethane sealing compound and a plastic frame. Standard depths of 48 mm and 96 mm allow the filter to be adapted to different airflow rates and installation conditions.
48 and 96 mm Depth
Plastic Frame
Glass-Fiber Media
Plastic Frame
Glass-Fiber Media
Filter Standard
ISO 16890
Standard Depth
48–96 mm
Nominal Airflow Range
500–3,000 m³/h
Maximum Temperature
80°C
What Is a Plastic Frame Panel Filter?
A plastic frame panel filter is a fine-filtration element made by placing densely pleated glass-fiber filter media inside a lightweight and compact plastic frame. Its large filtration surface helps provide high filtration capacity where installation space is limited.
It can be used in air handling units, packaged ventilation equipment, precision air-conditioning systems and multi-stage filtration arrangements. When installed upstream of a HEPA filter, it helps reduce the dust load reaching the final filtration stage.
Models with a depth of 48 mm are suitable for systems with limited installation space. In contrast, 96 mm models can be selected where a larger filtration area and higher nominal airflow are required.
Filter Selection and Application Process
01
System Analysis
The filter cell, installation dimensions, actual airflow and pressure conditions are evaluated.
02
Efficiency Class
ISO ePM10 or ISO ePM1 is selected according to the required air-quality level.
03
Depth Selection
A depth of 48 or 96 mm is selected according to installation space and nominal airflow.
04
Gasket and Protection
The gasket type and surface-protection side are determined according to the filter housing.
05
Pressure Monitoring
Filter loading is monitored regularly by differential pressure measurement.
Technical Specifications
| Filter standard | ISO 16890 | Filter classes | ISO ePM1 and ISO ePM10 |
| Filter media | Glass fiber | Frame | Plastic |
| Standard depth | 48 and 96 mm | Maximum operating temperature | 80°C |
| Surface protection | Optional | Gasket | Optional |
| Sealing compound | Two-component polyurethane | Separator | Hot-melt adhesive |
| Recommended final pressure drop | According to the EN 13053 approach, whichever is lower: initial ΔP + 100 Pa or initial ΔP × 3 | ||
Standard note: EN 779 has been withdrawn. M6, F7, F8 and F9 are shown only for historical classification and comparison with legacy projects. Current filter selection should be based on ISO 16890 classification.
For projects requiring Eurovent certification, the current certification scope, filter class, dimensions and model family of the proposed product should be verified before ordering.
Product Coding System
| Product Type | Filter Class | Frame | Dimensions | Surface Protection | Gasket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR Panel Filter Plastic Frame |
M6 F7 F8 F9 |
P: Plastic | Width × Height × Depth Example: 592 × 592 × 48 mm |
FW: None FC: Clean-air side FD: Dirty-air side FB: Both sides |
W: None P: Poured gasket PP: Double-sided poured gasket E: EPDM EE: Double-sided EPDM C: Gray EPDM CC: Double-sided gray EPDM |
Example Product Code
AR-F8-P-592-592-96-FC-E
Panel filter – historical F8 class – plastic frame – 592 × 592 × 96 mm – surface protection on clean-air side – EPDM gasket
Panel Filter (Plastic Frame / 48 mm)
| Filter Model | EN 779 (withdrawn) |
ISO 16890 | Dimensions W × H × D (mm) |
Filtration Area (m²) |
Nominal Airflow (m³/h) |
Initial Pressure Drop (Pa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR-M6-P-287-287-48-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 287 × 287 × 48 | 1.5 | 500 | 60 |
| AR-M6-P-287-592-48-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 287 × 592 × 48 | 3 | 1,000 | 60 |
| AR-M6-P-490-592-48-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 490 × 592 × 48 | 5 | 1,660 | 60 |
| AR-M6-P-592-592-48-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 592 × 592 × 48 | 6 | 2,000 | 60 |
| AR-F7-P-287-287-48-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 287 × 287 × 48 | 1.5 | 500 | 80 |
| AR-F7-P-287-592-48-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 287 × 592 × 48 | 3 | 1,000 | 80 |
| AR-F7-P-490-592-48-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 490 × 592 × 48 | 5 | 1,660 | 80 |
| AR-F7-P-592-592-48-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 592 × 592 × 48 | 6 | 2,000 | 80 |
| AR-F8-P-287-287-48-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 287 × 287 × 48 | 1.5 | 500 | 100 |
| AR-F8-P-287-592-48-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 287 × 592 × 48 | 3 | 1,000 | 100 |
| AR-F8-P-490-592-48-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 490 × 592 × 48 | 5 | 1,660 | 100 |
| AR-F8-P-592-592-48-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 592 × 592 × 48 | 6 | 2,000 | 100 |
| AR-F9-P-287-287-48-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 287 × 287 × 48 | 1.5 | 500 | 145 |
| AR-F9-P-287-592-48-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 287 × 592 × 48 | 3 | 1,000 | 145 |
| AR-F9-P-490-592-48-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 490 × 592 × 48 | 5 | 1,660 | 145 |
| AR-F9-P-592-592-48-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 592 × 592 × 48 | 6 | 2,000 | 145 |
Panel Filter (Plastic Frame / 96 mm)
| Filter Model | EN 779 (withdrawn) |
ISO 16890 | Dimensions W × H × D (mm) |
Filtration Area (m²) |
Nominal Airflow (m³/h) |
Initial Pressure Drop (Pa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR-M6-P-287-287-96-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 287 × 287 × 96 | 3 | 750 | 70 |
| AR-F7-P-287-287-96-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 287 × 287 × 96 | 3 | 750 | 90 |
| AR-F8-P-287-287-96-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 287 × 287 × 96 | 3 | 750 | 110 |
| AR-F9-P-287-287-96-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 287 × 287 × 96 | 3 | 750 | 150 |
| AR-M6-P-287-592-96-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 287 × 592 × 96 | 6 | 1,500 | 70 |
| AR-F7-P-287-592-96-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 287 × 592 × 96 | 6 | 1,500 | 90 |
| AR-F8-P-287-592-96-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 287 × 592 × 96 | 6 | 1,500 | 110 |
| AR-F9-P-287-592-96-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 287 × 592 × 96 | 6 | 1,500 | 150 |
| AR-M6-P-490-592-96-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 490 × 592 × 96 | 10 | 2,500 | 70 |
| AR-F7-P-490-592-96-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 490 × 592 × 96 | 10 | 2,500 | 90 |
| AR-F8-P-490-592-96-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 490 × 592 × 96 | 10 | 2,500 | 110 |
| AR-F9-P-490-592-96-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 490 × 592 × 96 | 10 | 2,500 | 150 |
| AR-M6-P-592-592-96-FW-W | M6 | ePM10 75% | 592 × 592 × 96 | 12 | 3,000 | 70 |
| AR-F7-P-592-592-96-FW-W | F7 | ePM1 55% | 592 × 592 × 96 | 12 | 3,000 | 90 |
| AR-F8-P-592-592-96-FW-W | F8 | ePM1 75% | 592 × 592 × 96 | 12 | 3,000 | 110 |
| AR-F9-P-592-592-96-FW-W | F9 | ePM1 85% | 592 × 592 × 96 | 12 | 3,000 | 150 |
Production and tolerance note: Custom dimensions can be evaluated on a project basis. According to the stated data, differential pressure tolerance should be evaluated using whichever is greater: “±10% + 5 Pa” or “10 Pa + 5 Pa”.
Structural Components
Glass-Fiber Media
High-surface-area filter media designed for capturing fine particles.
Plastic Frame
A lightweight and compact support structure that surrounds and supports the filter pack.
Hot-Melt Separator
Helps maintain pleat spacing and organize airflow passages.
Polyurethane Sealing
Seals perimeter gaps between the filter media and frame.
Application Areas
Fine-particle capture
Second-stage filtration in HVAC equipment
Final-stage filtration in HVAC equipment
Prefiltration for HEPA filters
Air handling unit filter cells
Industrial ventilation systems
Product Advantages
Lightweight construction: The plastic frame helps simplify handling and installation.
Large filtration area: Provides a large filter surface within compact external dimensions.
High dust-holding capacity: Helps accommodate particulate loading under suitable operating conditions.
Two depth options: 48 and 96 mm variants can be adapted to different airflow and installation requirements.
Gasket alternatives: Offers options suitable for different filter cells and compression systems.
Custom sizes: Project-specific production can be evaluated after checking technical suitability.
Filter Selection Criteria
- Actual and nominal system airflow
- Face velocity through the filter
- Required ISO 16890 class
- Permitted initial and final pressure drop
- Width and height of the filter housing
- 48 or 96 mm installation depth
- Gasket and compression system
- Surface-protection requirement and airflow direction
- Ambient temperature and relative humidity
- Dust concentration and particle characteristics
Inspection and Maintenance
The pressure drop across the filter should be monitored regularly with a differential pressure indicator or transmitter. Replacement should not be determined by operating time alone. Pressure drop, airflow, dust loading, hygiene conditions and the physical condition of the filter should be evaluated together.
Unless the technical product documentation clearly states that the glass-fiber filter media is washable, it should not be cleaned with water or compressed air. Such procedures may damage the filter media, pleat geometry and perimeter sealing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 48 mm and 96 mm panel filters?
The 96 mm models provide a larger filtration area and higher nominal airflow. Final selection should be based on installation space, airflow and permitted pressure drop.
Is a plastic frame panel filter a HEPA filter?
No. This product is a fine-particle filter classified under ISO 16890. It can be used as a prefilter upstream of HEPA filters, but it does not replace a HEPA filter.
Are F7, F8 and F9 classes still current?
EN 779 has been withdrawn. These classes are shown for historical comparison. Current technical selection should be based on ISO 16890 classification.
Can custom sizes be manufactured?
Custom dimensions can be evaluated after checking filtration area, pleat geometry, airflow, frame strength and manufacturing limits.
Technical Application Note
The nominal airflow, filtration area and initial pressure-drop values shown in the tables are reference product data. Actual filter performance may vary depending on process conditions, installation method, test area, actual airflow, filter face velocity, system pressure, perimeter leakage, filter-housing tightness, calibration of measuring instruments, dust loading, particle size, humidity, temperature and operating time. Final selection should therefore be based on an evaluation of the complete system, not only on the product table.
Select the Right Plastic Frame Panel Filter for Your Project
Contact Airtes for technical selection of a Panel Filter (Plastic Frame) according to airflow, ISO 16890 class, filter dimensions, frame depth, surface protection and gasket options.
