Monday, March 2, 2009

Using Portable Air Purifiers For The Car Or Boat

By Chris Channing

Having an air purifier in the home is a great way to keep the whole family safe from things such as harmful spores, mold, bacteria, or allergens such as pollen or dust. One can even have pets while being allergic to pet dander with the right purifier and control. Because of such benefits, portable air purifiers have been increasing in sales.

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.

Just like a regular home purifier, portable air purifiers conform to standards such as HEPA and even ultraviolet light sterilization. UV light sterilization in particular is excellent in disrupting the DNA of harmful microorganisms that pass through the device- making such purifiers effective in stopping disease before it has a chance to spread.

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.

Converters may be obtained that are able to accept the outlet cable of a regular home purifier, and instead hook it up to a car. Exert caution, however, since the wattage rating is a very important specification to pay attention to. Some vehicles aren't able to keep up with the high wattage demands of a purifier meant for home usage. In this case it is better to use portable models to prevent accidents.

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. - 15438

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