Monday, March 2, 2009

Justifying The Moderate Price Of Portable Air Purifiers

By Chris Channing

The portable air purifier is a new addition to the air purifier family. Instead of being stationary and being confined to a room, portable models are able to go on the road or even among the high seas thanks to several differences they have from normal air purifiers. Deciding whether or not the benefit out-weighs the costs is quite important.

When we hear the term portable, it is automatically assumed that the model is going to be of less weight. This is true with portable air purifiers, which stick around to the 5-pound range in terms of weight. Portable air purifiers would also be thought of as having less power, but this isn't true. Car chargers and outlet ports may be used to ensure that the air purifier can clean the air without delay due to power concerns.

HEPA filters are commonly used in portable air purifiers. Portable purifiers also tend to make use of what is called UV sterilization. This essentially takes ultraviolet light and applies it to air passing through the system- which kills any living organism or disrupts its ability to reproduce. Obviously, portable air purifiers can pack a powerful punch.

The space in which a purifier can effectively clean is important. For instance, a smaller hand-held model may only be good for a compact car. A larger vehicle such as a Hummer or limousine will require the use of a bigger model. There are several variations in the the portable air purifier market to take advantage of- each carrying their own price and options.

Small to medium sized boats usually do well with a portable air purifier, but don't be afraid to spend a bit more for a stationary model if the boat is larger than a few compartments. Some stationary models are built specially for boat owners: with options to latch the device down to a wall or to the floor to prevent toppling or otherwise damaging the unit while experiencing the movements of the boat on water.

If you would like to use your home purifier in your car by means of outlet, be very cautious. The wattage rating for portable purifiers are purposely set at lower wattage ratings so that the vehicle's fuse isn't blown as a result of drawing too much current. The average purifier built for the car will be around eight watts, while a standalone system will typically be 70 watts or more.

In Conclusion

An air purifier for the car or boat is always a sound investment. In addition to the general upkeep of your portable model, also consider the filter upkeep that is necessary for the unit to do its job effectively. Consult the user manual for more information on when to change filters, and to get a general idea on what upkeep costs will be. - 17944

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