16 × 20 Filters | McMaster-Carr

The most common HVAC replacement filters. Pleats create a large surface area to filter without reducing airflow. The cardboard frame is treated to resist humidity. The galvanized steel grill prevents sagging.

Don’t see the size you need? Additional sizes are available here.

					Small Pack			Large Pack
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1" Thick



		16 × 20	8	180	UL 900	2	00000000	000000	12	00000000	000000


		2" Thick



				16 × 20	8	180	UL 900	2	00000000	00000	12	00000000	00000


				4" Thick



						16 × 20	8	180	UL 900	2	00000000	00000	6	00000000	00000

Ultra-Efficiency Pleated Panel Air Filters

Capture more viruses and finer allergens than high-efficiency filters—these ultra-efficiency filters can even remove contaminants from wildfire smoke and pollution. They have pleats that create a large surface area for filtering without reducing airflow. The cardboard frame is treated to resist humidity, and the galvanized steel grill prevents sagging.

While these ultra-efficiency filters may make your HVAC system work harder than lower efficiency filters, they’re still easier on your equipment than HEPA filters.

					Small Pack			Large Pack
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1" Thick



		16 × 20	13	150	UL 900	2	00000000	000000	12	00000000	0000000


		2" Thick



				16 × 20	13	150	UL 900	2	00000000	00000	12	00000000	000000


				4" Thick



						16 × 20	13	150	UL 900	2	00000000	00000	6	00000000	000000

Long-Life Reusable Mesh Panel Air Filters

Last longer than standard reusable filters thanks to a thicker frame and additional mesh layers. The frame also stands up to high airflow without warping. When your filter gets dirty, just wash and reuse it.

Don’t see the size you need? Additional sizes are available here.

	MERV Filter Rating	Frame Ga.	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
1" Thick



	16 × 20	4	18	240	UL 900	0000000	000000


	2" Thick



			16 × 20	4	18	240	UL 900	0000000	00000

Panel Air Filters

Typically used as replacements in HVAC equipment, these panels work as standalone filters or as prefilters to your main filter. They are an affordable choice for protecting expensive filters that catch fine particles.

Don’t see the size you need? Additional sizes are available here.

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Certification	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1" Thick



	16 × 20	5	180	UL Classified	12	00000000	000000


	2" Thick



			16 × 20	5	180	UL Classified	12	0000000	00000

Reusable Mesh Panel Air Filters

Filter, rinse, and repeat. When your filter gets dirty, just wash and reuse it.

	MERV Filter Rating	Frame Ga.	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
1/2" Thick



	16 × 20	Not Rated	26	240	UL 900	0000000	000000


	1" Thick



			16 × 20	Not Rated	24	240	UL 900	0000000	00000


			2" Thick



					16 × 20	Not Rated	24	240	UL 900	0000000	00000

High-Efficiency Pleated Panel Air Filters

Trap common allergens such as dander, mold spores, and pollen. These filters balance filtration efficiency and airflow, making them more cost-effective than higher-rated filters.

					Small Pack			Large Pack
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1" Thick



		16 × 20	11	150	UL 900	2	0000000	000000	12	000000	0000000


		2" Thick



				16 × 20	11	150	UL 900	2	0000000	00000	12	0000000	000000


				4" Thick



						16 × 20	11	150	UL 900	2	00000000	00000	6	00000000	000000

Low-Efficiency Reusable Air Filter Media

Wash and reuse this media to extend the life of expensive filters that catch fine particles. Installed upstream, this affordable media traps debris that can damage or clog your final filter. Cut it to the size you need and attach it to a frame.

Polyurethane Foam Pads

Image of Product. Front orientation. Air Filter Media. Low-Efficiency Reusable Air Filter Media, Pads.

Pores per Inch—Media containing more pores per inch catch smaller particles than media with fewer pores per inch.

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met	Choose a Number of Pores per Inch		Each
1/8" Thick



	16 × 20	Not Rated	250	UL 900	30 , 60	00000000	00000


	1/4" Thick



			16 × 20	Not Rated	250	UL 900	30 , 60	00000000	0000


			1/2" Thick



					16 × 20	Not Rated	250	UL 900	30 , 60	00000000	00000


					1" Thick



							16 × 20	Not Rated	250	UL 900	30 , 60	00000000	00000


							2" Thick



									16 × 20	Not Rated	250	UL 900	30 , 60	00000000	00000

Plastic Fiber Pads

Collect high volumes of dust, even in poor weather, such as rain, snow, and wind. This material is also known as hog hair.

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Certification	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1" Thick



	16 × 20	3	180	UL Classified	25	00000000	0000000

Mildew-Resistant Pleated Panel Air Filters

An antimicrobial compound inhibits mildew and mold from growing on your filter. Pleats create a large surface area for filtering without reducing airflow.

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						Small Pack			Large Pack
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Cannot Be Sold To	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1" Thick



		16 × 20	8	Canada	150	UL 900	1	00000000	000000	12	00000000	000000


		2" Thick



				16 × 20	8	Canada	150	UL 900	1	00000000	00000	12	00000000	000000


				4" Thick



						16 × 20	8	Canada	150	UL 900	1	00000000	00000	6	00000000	000000

High-Temperature Reusable Mesh Panel Air Filters


Galvanized Steel Frame	Stainless Steel Frame

These filters are built to withstand higher temperatures than other mesh panel air filters. They can be washed and reused.

	Air Filters						Optional Handles
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each		Pair
Galvanized Steel with Galvanized Steel Frame







				2" Thick

				16 × 20	4	425	UL 900	0000000	000000	0000000	00000


				Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Frame







								2" Thick

								16 × 20	4	900	UL 900	00000000	000000	———	0

Grease Filters

Install in exhaust hoods to remove grease and oil from the air. The layers of baffled metal collect grease while allowing air to pass through. Install so baffles are vertical.

					Aluminum with Aluminum Frame			Galvanized Steel with Galvanized Steel Frame			Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Frame
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Flammability Rating	Certification	Max. Temp., ° F		Each	Max. Temp., ° F		Each	Max. Temp., ° F		Each
2" Thick



		16 × 20	Not Rated	NFPA 96	UL Recognized Component	250	0000000	000000	450	0000000	000000	900	0000000	0000000

Low-Efficiency Air Filter Media

Extend the life of expensive filters that catch fine particles. Installed upstream, this affordable media traps debris that can damage or clog your final filter. Cut this media to the size you need and attach it to a frame.

Pads

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Certification	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1/4" Thick



	16 × 20	Not Rated	220	UL Classified	10	0000000	000000


	1/2" Thick



			16 × 20	Not Rated	220	UL Classified	10	0000000	00000


			1" Thick



					16 × 20	Not Rated	220	UL Classified	10	0000000	00000


					2" Thick



							16 × 20	Not Rated	220	UL Classified	10	0000000	00000

Odor-Removing Pleated Panel Air Filters

Carbon granules absorb odors. Pleats create a large surface area to filter without reducing airflow. The cardboard frame won't warp because it is treated to resist humidity.

Strong Odor Removing—Packed with 15 times more carbon than standard odor-removal air filters to eliminate heavy odors.

	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
Odor-Removing Air Filters







	1" Thick

	16 × 20	7	20	140	—	00000000	000000




			2" Thick

			16 × 20	7	20	140	—	00000000	00000




					4" Thick

					16 × 20	7	20	140	—	00000000	00000


					Strong-Odor-Removing Air Filters







									2" Thick

									16 × 20	7	300	120	UL 900	0000000	00000

Snug-Fit Panel Air Filters

The filter material wraps all the way around the frame. This creates a tight seal that stops dirty air from leaking around the edges.

				Pkg. of 2		Pkg. of 12
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F		Pkg.		Pkg.
1" Thick



		16 × 20	8	220	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Electrostatic Reusable Panel Air Filters

An inherent electrostatic charge attracts dust and particles to these filters. They can be washed and reused.

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
1" Thick



	16 × 20	6	180	UL 900	0000000	000000


	2" Thick



			16 × 20	6	180	UL 900	0000000	00000

Reusable Air Filter Media for Electronics

Wash and reuse this media to keep the air in your electronics clean. It won't break down when exposed to prolonged heat and humidity. Cut it to the size you need.

HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Specs. Met		1/4" Thick	1/2" Thick	1" Thick
16 × 20	Not Rated	UL 900	00000000	000000	000000	000000

Long-Life High-Efficiency Pleated Panel Air Filters

Tight pleats create a larger surface area than standard pleats for a longer life. These filters trap common allergens such as dander, mold spores, and pollen. High-efficiency filters also balance filtration efficiency and airflow, making them more cost-effective than higher-rated filters. Use them in data centers and other locations that require extra-clean air.

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F		Each
2" Thick



	16 × 20	11	175	0000000	000000


	4" Thick



			16 × 20	11	175	0000000	00000

Easy-Install Electrostatic Reusable Panel Air Filters

Magnetic strips on the back of the frame make these filters easy to install and remove. Because you don’t need to disassemble equipment to remove them, they are often used as prefilters on steel air intake louvers, metal cabinets, and metal grid systems. Made of polypropylene, an inherent electrostatic charge attracts dust and particles to these filters. They can be washed and reused.

	MERV Filter Rating	Frame Ga.	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
3/8" Thick



	16 × 20	Not Rated	26	180	UL 900	0000000	0000000

Pad and Roll Air Filter Frames

Add support to filter rolls and pads that have been cut to size. Actual size is _1/2" less than trade size.

	Frame Material	Frame Ga.	Support Grill Ga.	Includes		Each
For 1/2" Thick Filters



	16 × 20	Galvanized Steel	24	16	Retaining Wires	0000000	000000


	For 1" Thick Filters



			16 × 20	Galvanized Steel	24	16	Retaining Wires	0000000	00000


			For 2" Thick Filters



					16 × 20	Galvanized Steel	24	16	Retaining Wires	0000000	00000

Mildew-Resistant Snug-Fit Panel Air Filters

Single Panel

Limit fungal growth and air leaks. An antimicrobial compound stops mildew and mold from growing on your filter. The filter material wraps around the frame to stop dirty air from leaking around the edges.

	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
Single Panel







	1 1/2" Thick

	16 × 20	1	8	200	UL 900	0000000	000000

Cube Air Filters

Stop dirty air from leaking around the edges of your filter. These filters are self-sealing thanks to the filter material that fully encloses the metal frame. This design also means you don't need separate mounting hardware. These filters also last longer than standard pleated filters because their large surface area traps more particles.

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each
10" Deep



	16 × 20	8	180	UL 900	0000000	000000


	15" Deep



			16 × 20	8	180	UL 900	0000000	00000


			20" Deep



					16 × 20	8	180	UL 900	0000000	00000

Air Filter Media

Replace dirty HVAC filters with this media to collect large dust and debris. Cut this media to the size you need and attach it to a frame.

Pads

					Pkg. of 6		Pkg. of 50
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Certification		Pkg.		Pkg.
1" Thick



		16 × 20	6	250	UL Classified	00000000	000000	00000000	0000000


		2" Thick



				16 × 20	6	250	UL Classified	00000000	00000	00000000	000000

Air Filter Media for Electronics

Protect your electronics with this media that stands up to prolonged exposure to heat and humidity. Cut it to the size you need.

HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Specs. Met		1/2" Thick	1" Thick
16 × 20	6	UL 900	00000000	00000	00000

Reusable Air Filter Media

Wash and reuse this media, which collects large dust and debris in your HVAC system. This filter media is rigid enough to be used without a frame. Just cut it to the size you need.

Pads

	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1/2" Thick



	16 × 20	5	225	UL 900	5	00000000	000000


	1" Thick



			16 × 20	6	225	UL 900	5	00000000	00000

Odor-Removing Air Filter Media

Carbon granules inside this media absorb odors from the air. Choose media with a high carbon concentration to tackle strong odors. Cut it to the size you need and attach it to a frame.

Strong-Odor-Removing Pads

					300 g/ft² Carbon Concentration		375 g/ft² Carbon Concentration
	HVAC Filter Trade Size	MERV Filter Rating	Max. Temp., ° F	Specs. Met		Each		Each
1" Thick



		16 × 20	7	120	UL 900	0000000	000000	00000000	000000

Panel Air Filter Frames


	Replacement Clip

Hold panel filters in place. The frames can be welded together to hold multiple filters. The trade size is the actual size of the frame.

	Frames							Replacement Clips
	For HVAC Filter Trade Size	Frame Material	Frame Ga.	Mounting Hardware Included	Includes		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For 2" Thick Filters



		16 × 20	Galvanized Steel	16	Yes	Retaining Clips, Sealing Gasket	00000000	000000	2	00000000	00000

Clips