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Winix air quality sensors (at least the ones I have) measure volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which is a little ironic since HEPA purifiers do little to remov
by jerlam 1y ago
Winix air quality sensors (at least the ones I have) measure volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which is a little ironic since HEPA purifiers do little to remove VOCs from the air.
Some other air purifiers like Coways measure particle pollution.
- adolph 1y agoWinix and many other brands can be equipped with activated charcoal filters which do absorb VOCs. For consumers looking for a way to remove VOCs in their homes and offices, Kroll adds, “air cleaning using activated carbon filters, a tried-and-true technology that doesn't rely on chemical reactions, is still the way to go.” https://news.mit.edu/2021/study-finds-indoor-air-cleaners-fall-short-removing-volatile-organic-compounds-1029 https://news.mit.edu/2021/study-finds-indoor-air-cleaners-fa...