{"product_id":"koch-durakleen-v15-pleated-v-cell-carbon-filter","title":"Koch DuraKleen V15 (MERV 15 Pleated V-Cell Activated Carbon Filter)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePer the Koch DuraKleen V15 \u0026amp; V8 Bulletin (Nov 2024), the Koch \u003cstrong\u003eDuraKleen V15\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eMERV 15 pleated V-cell activated carbon filter\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for combined particulate and gas-phase filtration. The DuraKleen V15 uses \u003cstrong\u003epremium grade granular 60% activated coconut shell carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, encapsulated in pleated media packs between two synthetic layers, for effective removal of \u003cstrong\u003eodors, VOCs, diesel exhaust, acid gases, ammonia, and amines\u003c\/strong\u003e. With \u003cstrong\u003e0.40″ w.g. initial resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e at 500 FPM, the V15 balances gas-phase capacity with airflow performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get: pleated V-cell carbon filters, sold by the case\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach variant is a complete DuraKleen V15 pleated V-cell filter with a recyclable high-impact polystyrene frame, single header configuration, premium coconut shell activated carbon encapsulated in synthetic pleated media packs. All variants are \u003cstrong\u003e12″ deep\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24″x24″x12″\u003c\/strong\u003e — 7 lbs carbon, Single filter per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20″x24″x12″\u003c\/strong\u003e — 5.5 lbs carbon, Single filter per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20″x20″x12″\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eadditional size\u003c\/em\u003e — carbon load proportional to face area, Single filter per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12″x24″x12″\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.6 lbs carbon, Case of 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 20″x20″x12″ size is stocked by RTF beyond Koch's published table (which lists 24x24x12, 20x24x12, and 12x24x12 only). It uses the same DuraKleen V construction at proportional carbon load.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant: DuraKleen V vs DuraKleen (CPS) — two distinct product lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKoch produces two filter lines that share the \"DuraKleen\" name but use different carbon technology and serve different applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuraKleen V15 (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pleated media packs encapsulating \u003cstrong\u003epremium coconut shell granular carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e between two synthetic layers. Plastic (high-impact polystyrene) frame. Available in MERV 8 and MERV 15. SKU prefix 111-810 (V8) or 111-811 (V15). Use for combined particulate + gas-phase filtration in airports, industrial facilities, chemical plants, and office buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-durakleen-single-header-merv-8-cps-carbon-filter\"\u003eDuraKleen (CPS technology)\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celbond Particulate Structure (CPS) media with \u003cstrong\u003e500 gsm of 20x50 mesh activated carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e suspended in a 3D bicomponent fiber network. Plastic and metal frame. Available in \u003cstrong\u003ethree header configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e (Single Header, Box Style\/No Header, Double Header) and MERV 8 or MERV 15. SKU prefix 112-685\/689\/687\/684\/686. Use for \u003cstrong\u003esub-ppm airborne molecular contamination (AMC)\u003c\/strong\u003e and polishing filtration in cleanrooms, semiconductor, museums, and pharmaceutical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure which DuraKleen line fits your application, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact RTF support\u003c\/a\u003e — the product name is shared, but the construction and ideal use cases differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDuraKleen V15 construction and specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended-surface pleated V-cell carbon filter, 12″ deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium grade granular 60% activated \u003cstrong\u003ecoconut shell\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pleated media packs \u003cem\u003eencapsulating the carbon between two synthetic layers\u003c\/em\u003e, with the highly active small carbon granules positioned for higher adsorption rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% synthetic mechanical media impregnated with activated carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlastic (high-impact polystyrene)\u003c\/strong\u003e — rugged, rigid, easy to install. \u003cstrong\u003eFrame is recyclable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeader configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single header only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermoplastic hot-melt adhesive secures the individual carbon cells within the frame and eliminates air bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMERV rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e MERV 15 per ASHRAE Test Standard 52.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.40″ w.g.\u003c\/strong\u003e @ 500 FPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended final resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5″ w.g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum continuous operating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130°F (54°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured by an ISO 9001 registered company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisposability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-use disposable; not washable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance data (Koch DuraKleen V series)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eEfficiency Tier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eInitial Resistance @ 500 FPM\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eFinal Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eMERV Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuraKleen V8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003e0.23″ w.g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003e1.5″ w.g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003eMERV 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuraKleen V15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003e0.40″ w.g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003e1.5″ w.g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;\"\u003eMERV 15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe V15 variant (this product) is highlighted above. The MERV 15 layer is denser than the MERV 8 layer, which is why the V15 has higher initial resistance (0.40″ vs 0.23″). Verify your HVAC system can handle the resistance before specifying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTargeted contaminants and gases (per Koch)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePer Koch's features list, DuraKleen V is designed for effective removal of:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiesel exhaust\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcid gases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe combination of premium coconut shell carbon and pleated media architecture targets these specific gas-phase contaminants alongside MERV 15 particulate capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eContaminants effectively controlled by activated carbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePremium 60% activated coconut shell carbon effectively adsorbs a broad spectrum of gas-phase contaminants. Categories well-controlled include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) and solvents:\u003c\/strong\u003e acetone, toluene, xylene, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK), ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, mineral spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorinated compounds:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon tetrachloride, chloroform, trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene, ethylene dichloride, chlorobenzene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic hydrocarbons:\u003c\/strong\u003e benzene, ethylbenzene, styrene, toluene, xylene, naphtha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAliphatic hydrocarbons:\u003c\/strong\u003e hexane, heptane, octane, decane, undecane, dodecane, cyclohexane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohols and ketones:\u003c\/strong\u003e butyl alcohol, ethanol, isopropyl alcohol, isoamyl alcohol, cyclohexanone, diethyl ketone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSulfur compounds:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon disulfide, dimethyl disulfide, ethyl sulfide, butyl mercaptan, thiophenol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen-containing:\u003c\/strong\u003e pyridine, dibutylamine, pentylamine, nitrogen dioxide (\u0026lt;100 ppb), nitroethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenols and acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e phenol, cresol, acetic acid, butyric acid, formic acid, propionic acid, valeric acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eKoch publishes a comprehensive list of approximately 100+ specific compounds in the DuraKleen V15 \u0026amp; V8 bulletin linked at the bottom of this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuraKleen V is specified for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemical plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd other commercial air filtration systems where combined particulate and gas-phase adsorption is required at MERV 15 efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDuraKleen V8 vs V15 — choosing your tier\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKoch produces DuraKleen V in two efficiency tiers. The choice comes down to particulate efficiency vs pressure drop:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuraKleen V15 (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMERV 15\u003c\/strong\u003e particulate efficiency, 0.40″ w.g. initial resistance. Captures fine particles down to sub-micron sizes including wildfire smoke and virus-laden aerosols, alongside the gas-phase carbon performance. \u003cstrong\u003eUse when fine particulate filtration matters\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside gas removal — healthcare, pharmaceutical, lab, and high-IAQ commercial applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-durakleen-v8-pleated-v-cell-carbon-filter\"\u003eDuraKleen V8\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e MERV 8 particulate efficiency, 0.23″ w.g. initial resistance. Lower pressure drop saves fan energy. Use when standard MERV 8 particulate capture is sufficient and gas-phase removal is the priority.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOther Koch carbon filtration options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003emaximum gas-phase capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e (18–26 lbs carbon per filter) without MERV 13+ requirements, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-durapure-standard-capacity-v-cell-carbon-filter\"\u003eKoch DuraPure Standard Capacity\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-durapure-high-capacity-v-cell-carbon-filter\"\u003eDuraPure High Capacity\u003c\/a\u003e — honeycomb carbon cell construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003esub-ppm AMC removal\u003c\/strong\u003e (cleanrooms, museums, semiconductor), see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-durakleen-single-header-merv-8-cps-carbon-filter\"\u003eKoch DuraKleen (CPS technology) family\u003c\/a\u003e — bicomponent fiber media with 500 gsm 20x50 mesh carbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003e1″\/2″\/4″ pleated panel\u003c\/strong\u003e form factors, see the OdorKleen family: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-odorkleen-es-merv-8-carbon-particulate-filter\"\u003eOdorKleen ES (MERV 8)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-odorkleen-250-carbonweb-merv-8-carbon-particulate-filter\"\u003eOdorKleen 250 (CarbonWeb MERV 8)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-odorkleen-200-m13-merv-13-carbon-particulate-filter\"\u003eOdorKleen 200\/M13 (MERV 13)\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-odorkleen-600-carbonweb-merv-10-carbon-particulate-filter\"\u003eOdorKleen 600 (MERV 10)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizing and ordering notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes are nominal.\u003c\/strong\u003e Per Koch, actual dimensions follow the standard \"1\/2″ less than nominal\" pattern in width and height (e.g., 24″x24″ nominal = approximately 23-3\/8″x23-3\/8″ actual). Confirm your filter housing accommodates the nominal size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12″ deep filters require deep filter racks.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are commercial\/industrial-scale filters — verify your filter housing accommodates 12″ depth before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle header configuration only\u003c\/strong\u003e — if your housing requires no-header (box style) or double-header configuration, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/koch-durakleen-no-header-box-style-merv-8-cps-carbon-filter\"\u003eDuraKleen CPS line\u003c\/a\u003e which offers all three header configurations (physically different product, different carbon technology).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEach variant ships in the case quantity shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e 24x24x12 and 20x24x12 ship as individual filters; 12x24x12 ships 2 per case; 20x20x12 ships individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drive by pressure drop curve and odor breakthrough. With Koch's recommended 1.5″ w.g. final resistance, estimate service life from your typical airflow. The V15 starts at 0.40″ w.g. clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130°F continuous max. Lower than DuraPure or OdorKleen 600 (180°F), so not suitable for elevated-temperature applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon disposal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spent carbon may have specific disposal requirements depending on captured contaminants and quantities. Follow your local hazardous waste regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKoch product literature\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDetailed product specifications, the complete contaminant list, capacity tables, and full performance data for Koch DuraKleen V8 and V15 are published in the \u003cstrong\u003eKoch DuraKleen V15 \u0026amp; V8 Bulletin (Nov 2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1130\/9462\/files\/Koch_DuraKleen_V15_V8_Nov_24.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDuraKleen V15 \u0026amp; V8 Product Specification PDF\u003c\/a\u003e (Koch Filter Corporation). Available through Koch Filter Corporation (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kochfilter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ekochfilter.com\u003c\/a\u003e) or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact RTF support\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch","offers":[{"title":"24\"x24\"x12\" (Case of 1)","offer_id":44119159144570,"sku":"111-811-101","price":1401.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"x24\"x12\" (Case of 1)","offer_id":44119159177338,"sku":"111-811-103","price":1343.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20\"x20\"x12\" (Case of 1)","offer_id":44119159210106,"sku":"111-811-301","price":929.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\"x24\"x12\" (Case of 2)","offer_id":44119159242874,"sku":"111-811-102","price":2562.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1130\/9462\/files\/getimage2_1fe30ecd-c151-4a58-a7ae-edd8ad793b4a.jpg?v=1777865313","url":"https:\/\/www.rememberthefilter.com\/products\/koch-durakleen-v15-pleated-v-cell-carbon-filter","provider":"RememberTheFilter.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}