The 3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier is a portable air purifier from 3M designed by Paolo Pininfarina which gives it a sleek and stylish design. It measures only 4 inches but has a Filtrete electrostatically charged filter that has the same purifying rate as a HEPA air purifier.
It has other great features such as a timer, a night light, remote control and an automatic air quality sensor. This model which is priced from $149 that can purify the air of rooms up to 150 square feet is also wall-mountable and does not emit any ozone.
3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier Specifications:
- Weight: 14 lbs.
- Dimensions: 17 x 4 x 23 inches
- Clean air delivery rate: 141 Pollen, 116 Dust, 97 Smoke
- Replaceable Filtrete filter FAPF04 (1 included – replace filter approximately every 3 months)
- Fan: Three fan speeds plus auto mode
- Long distance radio frequency remote control; battery included
- Control: Electronic soft-touch controls with optional backlight
- Warranty: 1-year limited warranty
Filtrete Filter
This model features a Filtrete filter which is 98% effective in capturing and filtering allergens such as mite debris, dust, mold spores and pollen. It can also capture particles that can carry viruses and other harmful elements such as bacteria, pet dander and household dust.
Automatic Mode
It has three fan speeds plus auto mode. The auto mode has an automatic air quality sensor that can automatically adjust the speed of the fan depending on the level of odors or gases detected by the sensor. It also has a timer with auto shut off which automatically turns off after 2, 4, or 8 hours.
Clean Air Delivery Rating
This model has a high Clean Air Delivery Rating which is: Pollen-114, Dust-116 and Smoke-97. This air purifier also features an ionizer with a separate on/off control which is very effective in filtering out even the smallest particles.
3M FAP04-RC Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier At A Glance…
Pros:
- Filtrete filter is 98% effective in filter allergens
- Has three speeds for the fan and auto mode as well as timer to turn off appliance
Cons:
- Quite expensive
The 3M FAP04 Filtrete Ultra-Slim Room Air Purifier is packed with great features for very air effective and efficient air purification. Its slim design belies its power as it can purify areas up to 150 sq. ft. and its high Clean Air Delivery Rate is also very effective in filtering out harmful elements in the air.
One of the drawbacks to this model is the cost which is higher compared to other models and the replacement filters can also be quite expensive and hard-to-find. For those who are willing to invest in a quality model, this unit works fairly well.