Odd airfilter size (23.5" x 7.5" x 1")?

[index]

My HVAC system is a one-unit system that cools both upstairs and downstairs. I have a large 20"x20"x1" filter upstairs. Downstairs, there is what seems to be a 23.5" x 7.5" x 1" filter, but i can't find any replacement filters! The opening itself is a tad less than 24" (23.8 or so) by a tad less than 8" (~7.9").

I replaced the downstairs filter year-ago with a washable, adjustable type and cut it to size, so I don't have the original filter that came with the house anymore. But I'm getting the sense that these washable filters aren't anywhere near as good as the high-rated Filtrete filters.
But i'm a bit stumped on the size. Does anybody know where I can find a filter that size? I've looked both online as well as in hardware stores...

 

[ibedayank]

PM rickairmed on this board he may be able to help you

 

[Charles (in GA)]

PM rickairmed on this board he may be able to help you

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rickairmedic

 

[rickairmedic]

Index I will check with my suppliers as that does sound like an odd filter size . I will add that actually the washable horse hair filter is actually better ( for your system ) than the high rated 3M filters . The 3M filtrete filters actually filter to well and slow down the airflow in your system which can do more bad than good . I use pleated filters in my system but I use a much more loosely pleated filter such as Flanders or Natural Air ( same company ) . I get them from Home Depot or Lowes in a 3 pack for $6.50 -$7.50 a 3 pack . They are still a pleated filter but the pleats are not as tight as the 3M filters.


The downstairs opening is it a hinged filter rack like upstairs or do you have to remove screws from it to get it off the wall?


I did find these listed on Lowes web site . You may have to special order them but they do list them .

http://www.lowes.com/pd_295096-8730...||p_product_quantity_sold|1&facetInfo=Pleated Filters


Rick

 

[index]

thanks, I appreciate the help.
@rickairmedic: I had no idea that the reduced airflow would actually hurt something. But are the downsides to using a 1500MRP filter?

Yes, the downstairs air return is hinged with two latches on the bottom. I'll try to take a picture of it later tonight.

 

[index]

Also, the lowes website is currently down for me - i'll check the link in a bit.

 

[rickairmedic]

Spam Reported .


Rick

 

[index]

OK, I guess they do make 8x24x1 filters! sweet, thanks!
Also found this link: http://www.azpartsmaster.com/Produc...r-Filter-8-x-24-x-1---Case-of-12__150824.aspx
seems to be much cheaper than HD or Lowes.

 

[VHF]

There are several companies on-line that will make up custom sized filters. I used to use this company for a unusual sized filter:

http://www.filters-now.com/

 

[index]

There are several companies on-line that will make up custom sized filters. I used to use this company for a unusual sized filter:

http://www.filters-now.com/

thanks for the link!
They even have a variety of 8x24x1 filters! Thanks!