Abstract: An electret filter media includes an additive or mixtures thereof that enhance the charge stability of the media. The filter media achieves acceptable alpha values for a range of filtration challenges without significant decay in alpha values over time. Preferred charge additives include fatty acid amides, oleophobic fluorochemical surfactants, and mixtures thereof.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 5, 1996
Date of Patent:
August 24, 2004
Assignee:
Hollingsowrth & Vose Company
Inventors:
Norman Lifshutz, Richard E. Gahan, Graham C. Stevens