V-bank filters
A V-bank arranges minipleat media packs in a V configuration inside a rigid frame. That geometry puts a large amount of media into a standard face size, which lowers the air velocity through the media, keeps pressure drop low at high airflow, and gives the filter room to hold dust.
A 4V has four V's (eight media packs) across its face and a 2V has two V's (four packs). Braden manufactures 4V synthetic in MERV 13, MERV 16, and HEPA E12, 4V glass in MERV 13 and MERV 15, and 2V synthetic in MERV 13 and MERV 16.
| Format | Best at | Braden range |
|---|---|---|
| V-bank Filters | Rigid V-bank filters that handle high airflow at low resistance. | MERV 13 to HEPA E12 |
| Pocket Filters | Multi-pocket filters with high dust-holding capacity. | MERV 11 to MERV 13 |
| Minipleat Panel Filters | Thin, high-efficiency panels that fit tight spaces. | MERV 8 to MERV 16 |
Pocket filters
A pocket filter uses several deep media pockets side by side. Air fills the pockets, spreading the load across a large media area, which gives the filter high dust-holding capacity and a long service life between change-outs.
Braden manufactures pocket filters in MERV 11 and MERV 13 for data halls and commercial air handlers.
Minipleat panel filters
A minipleat panel packs closely spaced, shallow pleats into a thin filter, so it delivers high efficiency and a large media area where housing depth is limited.
Braden manufactures minipleat panels 2 inches and 4 inches deep in MERV 8, 10, 11, 13, and 15, with a standard frame or a header frame.
How to choose
If depth is tight, a minipleat panel gives you high efficiency in 2 or 4 inches. If you need high efficiency at high airflow, a V-bank carries the most media in a rigid frame. If you want long service life on a deep track, pocket filters hold a large dust load.
Whatever the final filter, a pre filter in front of it extends its life. A Braden specialist can match your current part number to the right format.
Standards references: ASHRAE Standard 52.2 (MERV), EN 1822 (HEPA). Braden product ratings from Braden Filtration.
