Intake Panel Filters
Panel intake filters contain an integrated metal framework to give the polyester rigidity and to hold it in the mounting frame of the paint booth. Panel filters come in different styles and materials depending on the type of paint booth you have.
Downdraft Style Paint Booths can use pad filters that are normally white in color and are located in the ceiling. Downdraft Intake filter pad, sometimes referred to as an R-1 or AFR-1 filter can be many sizes but are most commonly between 20” and 25”. These style of filter is 95%+ efficient.
Crossdraft Style Paint Booths typically have pads or panels located in the doors of the booth or on a wall. This style of filter is normally 2-ply and they are green in color. These require changing more frequently as they ae not as thick and many times the air is shop air that can have filler dust and extra dirt compared to outside air. A 2-ply filter averages around 75% efficiency.