Perfect 16®

Perfect 16®

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The perfect air cleaning system for homes with ducted HVAC system

3/h, the IQAir Perfect 16 is a perfect integrated HVAC air cleaning system.

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Advanced Micro-Fiber Filtration (AMF)

The Perfect 16 was the first HVAC-based air cleaning system to use Advanced Micro-Fiber Filtration (AMF) technology. Filter fibers are 10x thinner than those used in standard air filters. This allows air to easily pass through the filters, while the ultra-fine threads create an almost impenetrable barrier for pollution particles.


50X more filtration power

Most air filters have a single flat surface for filtration. The IQAir’s Perfect 16 features a revolutionary “Double V” design that increases filter surface to more than 16m2 of filter media! This unique design delivers up to 50 times more filtration power than that of other ordinary filtration systems. The more collection area the better the filtration and the more air is allowed to pass effortlessly through the system.


Proven to work

The Perfect 16 is the only whole-house air filtration system that is rated a perfect MERV 16, the highest rating possible. Intertek/ETL SEMKO submitted the Perfect 16 to rigorous testing based on the toughest industry standards and certified it as MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value)16. No other system has a higher rating! The MERV system was created by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) to independently verify how well an air filtration system really cleans the air. This independent test report proves that the IQAir Perfect 16 cleans the air with a minimum efficiency of 95% for particles 0.3 microns and larger. Indeed, further testing has shown that these filters are capable of filtering 85% of all ultrafine particles down to 0.003 microns, the smallest particles that exist.




Certified performance

IQAir looks beyond theoretical claims, testing the performance of each individual GC MultiGas system at the factory to ensure that it meets our strict specifications. The results of the tests are detailed in a hand-signed Certificate of Performance, which is included with every air purifier. No GC MultiGas air purifier will be shipped from the factory unless it is certified to provide a minimum of 99% efficiency against particles.


Up to 13% longer filter life

IQAir’s New Edition air purifiers feature the most advanced filter-pleating pattern ever designed for a residential system. This technology not only increases airflow, but also increases particulate loading capacity by 13% on the H11 HyperHEPA pre-filter. This saves you money and reduces the frequency of filter replacements.


Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

A significant number of individuals suffer from Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), characterized by elevated sensitivities to household chemicals. Symptoms can include eye irritation, wheezing, fatigue, rhinitis, sore throat or cough, skin rashes and other symptoms. The best strategy for treating MCS is to avoid the airborne contaminants and chemicals that trigger the illness and reactions. Because indoor air pollution concentrations are typically much higher than outdoor air pollution levels, “air-filtration devices that remove both particulate and chemical substances from breathable indoor air usually benefit MCS patients considerably,” one leading medical expert concluded.

Reviewers rate IQAir air purifiers as the best systems available for MCS sufferers. Most other air purifiers simply are not effective enough to make a real difference in the quality of the air an MCS sufferer breathes. Equally important, IQAir does not use any technologies that add additional MCS triggers into the air, such as ozone or chemicals. And IQAir products are constructed of computer-grade ABS plastics that do not “off-gas” into the air.

How it works

The Perfect 16 whole-house air purifier is seamlessly retrofitted into your home’s existing heating and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system. Together the HVAC system and the Perfect 16 clean the air in your building up to 125 times per day.


Swiss quality

Swiss Made is more than just a label of origin. It is a sign of outstanding quality, uniqueness, superior design, innovation, precision and reliability. In an industry where most air cleaners don’t meet manufacturers’ claims, we test and certify each and every IQAir air purification system. We manufacture our air purifiers at our state-of-the-art Swiss production facility on the pristine shores of Lake Constance. By using the highest quality components, a dedicated team of highly skilled and extensively trained specialists, and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes refined for more than 50 years, IQAir is able to build the finest air purifiers in the world. That’s how serious we are about quality.

HyperHEPA® filter packs running off the pleating equipment.
HyperHEPA® filter pack is sealed into filter frame.
Final packaging of a room air purifier.
Olfactory test of fan motor components as part of research & development work to eliminate varnish odours.
Assembly of IQAir® CleanZone® systems.
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100% Healthy technology

The Perfect 16 is not only incredibly effective in cleaning the air, but it also does so by only using the safest, healthiest and most reliable air cleaning technology to clean the air. Only IQAir is proven through rigorous independent testing to effectively filter the air down to the 0.003 micron level. We do not use unsafe or unproven technologies such as electronic air cleaning, ozone generation, ionization, ultraviolet radiation, chemicals or other unhealthy by-products. In addition, IQAir’s Perfect 16 achieves an unrivaled level of filtration without risky electrostatic charging plates that can waste energy and produce ozone that irritates your lungs. Why risk your health when the Perfect 16 offers proven protection without harmful by-products?


Energy efficient marvel

The Perfect 16 is an energy-efficient marvel. It outperforms other air purifiers, while using no additional electricity. The Perfect 16 has one of the lowest air restriction levels in the industry, so it keeps a site’s HVAC system running smoothly and efficiently without forcing it to push air harder. In fact, the Perfect 16 actually improves the performance of a heating and cooling system when compared to conventional air cleaners. As a result, the Perfect 16 can lower energy bills while attaining a MERV 16 rating, the highest filtration rating possible.


Ultra-low air restriction

Conventional whole-house air cleaners can impede the air flow of your central heating and air conditioning system by as much as 50%. Filter fibers in the Perfect 16 are 10 times thinner than standard air filters. Air easily passes through the Perfect 16’s V2 filter design, even though the actual surface area contains up to 50 times more filtration media than typical filters. Meanwhile, the ultra-fine fibers create an almost impenetrable barrier to pollution particles. The result is an ultra-efficient and ultra-low restriction filter that sets a new standard for whole-house air purifiers.


Advanced Micro-Fiber Filtration (AMF)

The Perfect 16 was the first HVAC-based air cleaning system to use Advanced Micro-Fiber Filtration (AMF) technology. Filter fibers are 10x thinner than those used in standard air filters. This allows air to easily pass through the filters, while the ultra-fine threads create an almost impenetrable barrier for pollution particles.


V2 design

Our revolutionary V2 design allows the Perfect 16 to use more than 16m2 of filter media! The IQAir Perfect 16 delivers up to 50 times more filtration power than other ordinary filtration systems. The more collection area the better the filtration and the more air that is allowed to pass effortlessly through the system.


Absolutely silent

Since the Perfect 16 does not contain electrical components or moving parts of any kind it is absolutely silent. It does not contribute any additional sound over your existing HVAC system. And because it is installed in a basement, attic or garage, it does not intrude upon your living space.


Easy maintenance

Most HVAC-based air cleaning systems and filters require replacement every three months (that’s four times each year!). The extra large filter surface of the Perfect 16 dust holding capacity that you only need replace filters every three years with average usage! When the time comes to finally replace your filters, the Perfect 16 is a snap to open and the filters slide easily in and out. And because the Perfect 16 has no moving parts or electrical devices or connections, you can count on it performing year after year with no required service other than filter replacements.


Straightforward installation

In most cases, installing the Perfect 16 is straight forward. First, have your home’s HVAC system(s) checked for compatibility and size by a qualified professional to determine which Perfect 16 model(s) you will need. Larger homes (over 230m2) usually have more than one HVAC system and therefore require more than one Perfect 16. Actual installation time may vary with each residence, but in most cases only takes 3 to 6 hours. After your Perfect 16 is installed, it can be tested and verified with an advanced laser particle counter. Once properly installed, the Perfect 16 will provide at least 10 times cleaner air within one hour after installation.


3-ton Perfect 16® 5-ton Perfect 16®
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Capacity Rating 3 ton (1200 cfm) 5 ton (2000 cfm)
MERV Rating MERV 16 @ 492 fpm
Rated Airflow 1400 cfm 2000 cfm
Composite Average Efficiency E1 (0.3-1.0 µm) = 96.7%
E2 (1.0-3.0 µm) = 97.7%
E3 (3.0-10.0 µm) = 98.5%		 E1 (0.3-1.0 µm) = 95.9%
E2 (1.0-3.0 µm) = 97.3%
E3 (3.0-10.0 µm) = 98.3%
Pressure Drop 0.18 in H2O at 1,200 cfm 0.22 in H2O at 2000 cfm
Media Area 170 sq.ft. 210 sq. ft.
Filter Life 3 years (50% duty cycle)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 25.25” × 21.25” × 21.25” 29.25” × 25.25” × 21.25”
Weight 59 lbs. (27 kg)  74 lbs. (33.5 kg)

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Perfect 16® Filters

These fibers are 10 times thinner than standard air filters. Ultra-fine threads create an almost impenetrable barrier to pollution particles. The result is an ultra-efficient and ultra-low restriction filter that sets a new standard for whole-house air purifiers.


Size 3 Filters

3 Ton Model (ID-2225)
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Size 4 Filters

5 Ton Model (ID-2230)
Item No. 202 11 30 03