AprilAire 310 MERV 11 Whole House Air Filter
- 20 x 20 x 4 inches, nominal filter size
- MERV 11 rating, tested to ASHRAE 52.2
- 21.3 square feet of pleated filtering media
- Up to 12 month filter life between changes
- Pack of 2 filter media included
- AprilAire 1310, 2310, 3310 and 4300 cabinet fit
- Self-Seal Technology blocks unfiltered air bypass
- 4.05 x 21.38 x 18.87 inches actual item dimensions
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A long-life pleated media filter for owners of the listed AprilAire air cleaners who want fewer change-outs and less dust settling. It only fits those cabinets, so check your model before ordering.
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ASIN: B0BJ7V8BD2Model: 310Category: Air Purifier Filters
Overview
A homeowner with an AprilAire whole-house air cleaner gets a two-pack of genuine replacement media that slides into the existing cabinet. Air moves through the pleated synthetic fiber, which captures pollen, mold spores, bacteria, pet dander and dust before they reach the rooms or the equipment. The interlock rail system means no assembly, just a short three-step swap guided by the illustrated packaging.
Long service intervals are the point here: the pleated media holds a large dust load and holds resistance low, so a change once a year is realistic instead of every season. The limitation is fit, since the media is cut for specific AprilAire cabinets and a competitive unit needs the upgrade kit before this size works.
Who it's for
Homes with an AprilAire cabinet in the return duct benefit most, because the media drops straight into the existing rail and the two-pack covers a full year of changes. Owners of generic filter grilles or thin slot filters should look elsewhere, since this media will not seat in those housings.
Pros and cons
- Long change interval cuts maintenance trips
- Pleated media holds a large dust load
- Self-seal edge limits air bypass
- Two filters cover a full year
- Fits only the listed AprilAire models
- No warranty stated by the maker
- Competitive cabinets need an upgrade kit
Performance notes
Filtration depends on the media staying sealed against the cabinet frame, which the self-seal edge handles, and on airflow staying unrestricted as dust builds. Low initial resistance holds the blower working normally, while the deep pleats store particles so the pressure drop rises slowly across the service interval.
Specifications
| Brand | Aprilaire |
|---|---|
| Model | 310 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 2.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 4 × 21.4 × 18.9 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Air Filter Construction | Pleated |
| Material Type | Synthetic Fiber |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 2 |
| Included Components | (2) 310 Filter Media |
| Other details | |
| Common Applications | Allergen Reduction |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Item Type Name | Media Filters |
Frequently asked questions
How hard is it to install the AprilAire 310 filter?
No assembly is needed. The media slides into the cabinet on the interlock rail system, and the packaging includes illustrated instructions for the three-step replacement.
What comes in the box with the AprilAire 310?
Two 310 filter media cartridges. No frame, rail hardware or tools are included, because the media drops into the cabinet you already have.
Will the AprilAire 310 filter work in a non-AprilAire air cleaner?
It fits competitive cabinets only when they use the 4898 upgrade kit. In a standard one-inch furnace slot the media will not seat at all.
How often does the AprilAire 310 filter need changing?
The media is rated for up to twelve months of service, which is longer than typical thin filters because of its dust holding capacity.
Does the AprilAire 310 filter let air slip past the edges?
The patented self-seal technology is designed to stop air from passing around the media unfiltered once the cartridge is seated on the rail.