BlueAir 601 Air Purifier
The BlueAir 601 air purifier is what is known as a high efficiency particulate absorbing (HEPA) air filter. These types of filters specialize in removing particles and pollutants like pollen, dust mite feces and pet dander. The BlueAir 601 air purifier goes a step further and uses 2-stage HEPASilent™ technology. These filters capture 99.97% of particles that are 0.1 microns in size. These filters may be a little expensive than those used by other purifiers, but it is literally a price worth paying for the high quality cleaning the purifier delivers. There is also an option to use the additional SmokeStop™ filter, which has more activated carbon for absorbing additional chemicals and removing environmental tobacco smoke from the air.
All the filters are environmentally friendly and decompose harmlessly into carbon dioxide and water. A good thing considering that is the only part that needs to be replaced. The filters are made of polypropylene – a bacteria, virus and mold resistant material.
Another amazing fact about this model is the silence fan. It has been found to be the quietest in its genre of air purifiers. It has three levels of operation. On level one not a sound can be detected. On levels two and three, although there is a sound it is more of a background white noise rather than a distraction making it ideal for places like hospital rooms or offices.
Specifications and Rating
•The BlueAir 601′s dimensions are: 26 in. X 20 in. X 13 in. It weighs 35 lbs and is made of steel rather than plastic. Although it may seem to be bulky, it has wheels on its legs that allow it to be moved very easily even on carpeted floors.
•It has an area coverage of 679 sq. ft. and a clean air delivery rate (CADR), the air purification benchmark, of smoke = 438, dust = 400 and pollen = 450 which is a very high performance.
•The noise level is 32-68 decibels making it an ultra quiet marvel.
•It has a low electric consumption rate of 35-120 watts, which makes it very energy efficient.
All consumer reviews of the BlueAir 601 air purifier agree that this sleek product is the best of its kind. Most consumers believe that the only downside is the price but they also agree that it is a worthy investment.
