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Aprilaire U162/U172 20x25-Inch MERV 11 TriPure 3-Inch Filtration Easy Install Return Drop Air Cleaner

SKU: ap19359  |  Model: U162
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Manufacturer's Warranty

10-Year Limited Warranty; 10-Year Clean-Coil Commitment (New HVAC Systems Only)

What's In The Box?
  • Aprilaire U162/U172 MERV 11 TriPure Filtration Easy Install Return Drop Air Cleaner
  • 20 x 25 x 3-Inch MERV 11 Air Filter
  • Owner's Manual, Guides, and Other Documents

Info & Guides

A portable air purifier cleans one room at a time. The AprilAire 20x25 Easy Install Whole-House Air Purifier line works with your HVAC system instead, so filtered air reaches your whole home. It's designed for professional installation and captures dust, dander, mold, pollen, dust mites, and smoke while helping protect your HVAC equipment from dust buildup. You can get it in left or right return drop configurations to match where your return duct meets the furnace.

Key Features and Benefits of the AprilAire 20x25-Inch MERV 11 TriPure 3-Inch Filtration Easy Install Return Drop Air Cleaner

  • MERV 11 Filtration: The 3F211 MERV 11 filter is 3 inches deep and removes up to 92 percent of household dust, pollen, and common allergens throughout your home.
  • TriPure Technology: TriPure Technology combines advanced filtration with low resistance and long filter life, so you get cleaner air without extra strain on your system.
  • Lower Airflow Resistance: Airflow resistance is up to 30 percent lower than leading brands in ASHRAE 52.2 2017 testing, which helps your HVAC system run more efficiently.
  • Long Filter Life: A single filter lasts up to 12 months, up to two times longer than leading brands, so you only need to change it about once a year.
  • Easy-Glide Rails: The redesigned easy-glide rail system guides the filter into place correctly the first time, and a secure-closure door closes the cabinet behind it.
  • Healthy Air App: The AprilAire Healthy Air App schedules filter replacement reminders, so you never miss a change.
  • Warranty: Both the purifier warranty and Clean-Coil Commitment run 10 years; the $250 coil-cleaning benefit requires installation within 6 months of new HVAC equipment and scheduled filter changes.
  • Shared Cabinet Width: Both configurations measure 15.688 inches wide, so your installer plans side clearance next to the furnace the same way for either model.
  • Made in USA: AprilAire designs and makes these whole-house air purifiers in the USA and has focused on indoor air quality since 1954.

Left vs Right Return: Choosing Your Configuration

Choose the left or right return drop configuration based on which side of your furnace or air handler the return duct connects to.

  • Left Return Drop Model: The AprilAire U162 is built for a left-side return drop and measures 17.813 x 30.118 inches (H x D), so its shorter cabinet suits spaces with limited vertical clearance.
  • Right Return Drop Model: The AprilAire U172 fits a right-side return drop and measures 22.125 x 27.375 inches (H x D), so its taller, shallower cabinet suits tight front-to-back spaces.

Sylvane's Expert Take

Choose the AprilAire 20x25 Easy Install Whole-House Air Purifier series if you have a forced-air system and want dust and allergen control in every room, especially if you manage pet dander or mold. Start with the side your return is on, then check that the cabinet height and depth fit your mechanical space, because the two models differ in both. The standout feature is low airflow resistance. A deep MERV 11 filter that restricts airflow less is easier on your blower, and the 12-month change interval keeps upkeep minimal.

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