Rigid Poly Media air filter roll and pad made of washable polyester, used as a durable HVAC prefilter for automotive, healthcare, and industrial applications

Rigid Poly Media

Why Rigid Poly Media?

  • 100D Matrix and Rigid AM are constructed with 100% polyester fibers that are resilient, water-repellent, and chemical-resistant.
  • Fibers are bonded with a durable resin, allowing washing/vacuuming and reuse.
  • Availability:
    • 100D Matrix: 25" and 30" rolls, 25' length
    • Rigid AM: pads in 25"×48" and 36"×48" (20 pads/case)
  • Replaces hog’s hair and fiberglass throwaways.
  • Odorless polyester fibers; will not absorb water; replaces fiberglass and animal hair fibers.
  • Prefiltration for higher efficiency filters.
  • Will not promote microbial growth.
  • Designed for water or oil mist coalescing.

Product Overview

  • Heavy-duty commercial/industrial grade media.
  • Rigid media can be cut into hundreds of size combinations.
  • High dust holding (white) and high arrestance (green) versions.
  • Can be washed or vacuumed.
  • Ideal for use in:
    • Prefilter for high-efficiency filters
    • Schools
    • Commercial buildings
    • Hospitality
    • Manufacturing

Features & Benefits

Feature Benefit
Low resistance Reduces energy consumption; 100D can pay for itself many times over.
100% polyester fiber Odorless, safe to handle; eliminates fiberglass and animal hair fibers; will not absorb water.
Rigid roll media Multiple sizes from one roll reduces inventory; no metal edges; resists sagging in airstream.

Dimensions & Performance Data

Style Loft oz/sq-yd Color MERV Initial Resistance @ 300 FPM Dust Holding Capacity Max Temp Reusable UL 900
100D Matrix 1" 15 White 4 0.05" w.g. 480 g 150°F Water wash Yes
Rigid AM 3/4" 10.8 Green 5 0.19" w.g. 141 g 150°F Vacuum Yes
VL-TPR 5/8" 9.75 Purple/Red 5 0.19" w.g. 133 g 150°F Vacuum Yes
Chart: Dust Holding Capacity (g) and Initial Resistance (in. w.g.) by style at 300 FPM.
Chart: Basis weight (oz/yd²) and Loft (inches) by style.