IQAir GCX Series Air Purifiers (Multigas, VOC, AM, Chemisorber)

The GCX Series air purifiers provide professional control of gaseous pollutants and odors. These units are compact, versatile, and powerful. Four specialized gas phase media filter cartridges address a wide range of needs -- perfect for hospitals, laboratories, commercial, and light industrial environments. Just like a professional gas mask, IQAir maximizes filter efficiency for different gases and odors by offering customized filter cartridges, just choose the correct formula for your need. And while gas and odor control is a particular strength of these systems, the GCX Series also offers excellent filtration for particles as well.

How It Works

Gas Cartridge Technology The GCX units use four reusable filter cartridges to hold up to 31 lbs. of gas phase media for powerful gas removal. The cylindrical shape of these cartridges allows for optimum contact between the air and gas phase media, which ensure high removal efficiencies. The large surface area of the cartridges enables high air flow rates. Since IQAir gas filter cartridges are reusable, replacing them is not only economical, but also environmentally friendly.

High-Efficiency Particulate Filtration The high-efficiency particulate filtration complements the gaseous filtration process by removing large and small airborne particulates, from dust and allergens down to tiny bacteria and viruses. In fact these units contain upgraded micro- and nano-particle filtering (compared to the GC Series) which can remove up to 99% of particles down to 0.3 microns in diameter (class H11). The filter removes particles before they can reach the gas phase media, increasing the efficiency and life of the media by preventing its pores from clogging. The post filter is electrostatically charged to eliminate activated carbon and chemisorption abrasion particles.

IQAir GCX Series

Particle Post-Filter Sleeves Set of 4 - lasts 2 - 4 yrs Media Cartridges Set of 4 - lasts 2 - 4 yrs Pre-Filter replace every 6-18 months

GCX Unit Comparison -- Which unit is right for you?

GCX MultiGas
Targets a wide range of gaseous compounds, odors, particles, and tobacco smoke. This air purifier removes the broadest range of gases and is an excellent choice for anyone with a variety of gas concerns.

• Gas Phase Media: 22 pounds of granular activated carbon & impregnated alumina
  
• Controls: Acetic acid, Acetone, Acrolein, Acrylonitrile, 1.3 Butadiene, Butyric acid, Carbon disulfide, Chlorine dioxide, Cresol, Cyclohexanone, Diethylamine, Dimethylamine, Ethanol, Ethyl acetate, Ethyl acrylate, Ethylamine, Formic acid, Hydrogen chloride, Isoprene, Isopropanol, Methanol, Methyl acrylate, Methyl disulfide, Methyl ethyl ketone, Methyl mercaptan, Methyl sulfid, Methyl vinyl ketone, Methylamine, Nitroglycerine, Ozone, Phenol, Skatole, Styrene, Sulfur trioxide, Trichloroethylene, Trihylamine, Trimethylamine, Vinyl chloride

GCX VOC
Effectively removes a wide range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), solvents, odors, and particles.

• Gas Phase Media: 17 pounds of granular activated carbon
• Controls: Benzene, Butane, Carbon Tetrachloride, Chlorine, Chloroform, Chloropicrin, Cyclohexane, 1.1 Dichloroethane, Ethylene Oxide, Freon 11, Indole, Methyl Chloride, Methyl Chloroform, Methylene Chloride, Nitrobenzene, Phosgene, Pyridine, Sulfuric Acid, Toluene, Xylene

GCX AM
Eliminates toxic ammonia, amines, ammonia-based odors, and particles.

• Gas Phase Media: 21 pounds of granular impregnated amumina
• Controls: Ammonia, Amines

GCX Chemisorber
Targets removal of formaldehyde, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxide, and particles.

• Gas Phase Media: 31 pounds of granular impregnated carbon
• Controls: Acetaldehyde, Acetylene, Arsine, Carbon dioxide, Ethylene, Formaldehyde, Hydrazine, Hydrogen cyanide, Hydrogen sulfide, Nitric Oxide, Nitrogen dioxide, Phosphine, Silane, Sulfur dioxide

Common Applications / GCX Unit Effectiveness

** In applications with lower concentrations or where shorter filter life is acceptable GC Series units should be considered.

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All systems come complete with filters, remote control, batteries (for remote control), owners manual, set of 4 casters, 10 foot power cord, and certificate of guaranteed performance.

Ultra-Quiet Design
With its large fan motor, the IQ Air GCX system produces more clean air with less noise than conventional air cleaners.

Unlike most air cleaners, which have the fan motor located after all filter stages, IQ Air systems have the fan in the center, in-between its noise absorbing filters.

All systems also feature a unique double-walled housing design to reduce sound transmission.

Eight shock absorbers, which hold the fan ensure that vibration isn't transmitted to the housing.

The results are impressive. IQ Air systems are suitable for even the most noise sensitive environments and are virtually inaudible at the lowest fan speed setting.

In addition, with the timer control function, the unit can be programmed to turn on only after a person has reached a deep slumber state.

Filter Life Monitor Menu shows remaining life of each individual filter, down to the hour.

Filter Status LEDs Change color from green-orange-red to signal filter replacement need.

Up to Six Fan Speed Settings
Most air cleaners provide only two or three fan speed settings. You have to run the unit either on a quiet but ineffective fan speed, or choose a more powerful, but noisy speed. Multi-gas GCX purifiers give you the choice of up to six fan speeds, allowing you to select the ideal performance-to-sound ratio.

Integrated Timer
Each air cleaner can be programmed to run automatically. Set the unit to run during office hours or program it in your bedroom to go on after you have reached deep slumber.

Remote Control
Each system comes with a remote control which allows you to turn the unit on and off, select the fan speed and activate the timer.

Certified Performance
In an industry where most air cleaners don't actually meet their manufacturers' claims, IQ Air tests and certifies each and every system. In our Swiss production facility, each unit is tested for particle filtration efficiency, filter leakage and air delivery. Each unit is issued with its very own two-page Certificate of Performance, detailing the test results for that very machine.

Easy to Use & Quality Filters
Filter Replacement
IQ Air systems feature a revolutionary modular tower design, which snaps open to allow access to all filters in a matter of seconds.

Long Filter Life
The filters are designed to last longer than those in conventional air cleaners.

High-Efficiency Pre-Filtration
While most air cleaners use pre-filters with particle efficiencies well below 20%, IQ Air systems typically retain over 90% of particle mass in the pre-filter. As a result, the gas phase filters are better protected from premature loading.

Independent Filter Stages
Conventional air cleaners often combine several filter types in one filter cartridge. As a result, the whole cartridge has to be replaced even if only one filter type is used up.

Large Filters
To minimize manufacturing cost, most air cleaners use very little filter material. IQ Air uses commercial size filters that are able to collect more pollutants and last longer.

Triple Seal Design
The efficiency stated for most air cleaners is purely theoretical. Internal leakage drastically reduces the actual efficiency of most air cleaners.

IQ Air GCX systems feature patented triple sealing technology. First, a unique process ensures that the filter media is 100% sealed in the filter frame. Second, our patented 3D UltraSeal ensures perfect sealing between filter frame and housing. Third, individual seals on each housing module ensure an air tight housing. As a result, these air purifiers have an actual system efficiency which is higher than the theoretical efficiency of conventional air cleaners.

High-Quality Fan
These air filters use the highest quality fan motor available. The centrifugal, backward curved fan has an astonishing 700 cfm (1200 m3/h) rating. Because each fan is individually balanced and uses steel ball bearings, it outlasts other fans by years.

No-Draft Design
Most air cleaners return the air through a small outlet, which creates annoying air drafts. These units are designed to avoid drafts by evenly returning cleaned air through a large 320° vented diffuser.

Energy Efficient
Even though IQ Air purifiers are very powerful, they are also energy efficient. Outstanding energy efficiency is achieved with a very efficient fan and an advanced fan control setup. As a result, it cost only pennies per day to run these units.

Tough Construction
Many high-end air cleaners are made from sheet metal which dents easily and where the paint scratches and chips. Many department store air cleaners use inferior plastics which shatter easily. Built to last and look great for a lifetime, these units are manufactured from fully cured, high-grade injection molded ABS. A 3 mm (0.125 inch) housing thickness makes them extremely impact resistant.