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BParson03
08-09-2010, 01:16 PM
What type of filter do u recommend? I mean like the regular fiberglass ones or the pleated etc. We used to use the regular fiberglass ones, but after our furnace needed serviced, the guy that came out told us that the fiberglass ones still allow dust through (which had gotten on one of the flame sensors, hence why it wouldn't light) and suggested that we switch to the pleated filters. We did and have been using them for 3 or 4 years now and haven't had a problem. I also like how them capture more of the smaller particles in the air.
woodsman
08-09-2010, 02:06 PM
In my opinion pleated filters are preferred over fiberglass. Certain types of pleated filters are air restrictive so you have too make sure it is not too dense.
If your serviceman told you that a fiberglass filter allowed dust to get to a flame sensor you need a new serviceman.:stinks:
maxpower
08-09-2010, 02:09 PM
What the heck you need a filter for anyways?
spotts
08-09-2010, 02:13 PM
In my opinion pleated filters are preferred over fiberglass. Certain types of pleated filters are air restrictive so you have too make sure it is not too dense.
If your serviceman told you that a fiberglass filter allowed dust to get to a flame sensor you need a new serviceman.:stinks:



well just what kinda flamesensor filter do YOU use? :det:
maxpower
08-09-2010, 02:15 PM
well just what kinda flamesensor filter do YOU use? :det:

the kind that senses flame... just guessing..
TCreacy
08-09-2010, 02:16 PM
Pleated Filters do trap more finer particles than a fiberglass filter. I got one customer whos duct system is undersized, and so the unit can not compensate for the undersized ducts, and a pleated filter.

There once was an article on here explaining the differences in the two.

As far as flame sensor, most flame sensors are not in the air stream, and so the filter wouldnt stop the corrosion of the sensor.
jrbenny
08-09-2010, 09:06 PM
My opinion on the matter:

http://heatingcoolinglouisville.com/hvac-filters/
busterweaver
08-09-2010, 09:17 PM
just remember the more expensive the filter, in general, will need to be replaced more often. i've came across many folks who assume a better filter should last longer. those "allergy" filters sold at home centers that catch "up to" 99.7% of allergens also catch everything else. so check them much more frequently.