12x20x2 Koch XL8 MERV 8 Premium Pleated Furnace Filter – 12-Count

Description

This 12″ × 20″ × 2″ listing (part number 102-032-002) of the Koch Multi-Pleat XL8 pleated air filter delivers MERV 8 filtration in the High Capacity configuration and ships as a case of 12 filters.

What makes the HC (High Capacity) different?

The High Capacity variant uses a denser pleat pattern, giving it more media surface area in the same footprint. More surface area means more dust can load before reaching end-of-life pressure drop — so HC filters last longer in dusty environments, light commercial settings, and pre-filter applications where replacement frequency is a cost driver.

MERV 8 — standard efficiency

MERV 8 is the baseline for good residential and light commercial filtration: effective against household dust, lint, larger pollens, and dust-mite debris — with low pressure drop so it protects airflow and coil performance. It’s the right choice when system protection and clean returns are the goal, not allergen-level filtration.

Design and construction

• Media: 100% synthetic blended fibers, engineered for high initial efficiency and low pressure drop. Mechanical capture — performance doesn’t fade.
• Frame: Recyclable beverage-board frame with double-wall construction for high-humidity durability. Expanded galvanized-steel grid bonded to the air-exiting side maintains pleat uniformity.
• Max operating temperature: 200°F (93°C) continuous

Where it fits

Commercial office buildings, schools, retail, light industrial, and residential HVAC where extended-surface pleated filtration is specified. UL 900 and ULC-S111-07 certified.

Replacement schedule

At 2″ depth, plan to replace this filter every 3–6 months under typical residential or light commercial loading. High-dust environments, pet homes, wildfire smoke events, or construction-adjacent sites will shorten that window. Check the filter monthly through the first cycle to calibrate your schedule.

Also worth considering

Shopping on price? Our house brand PrimeShield Essential (MERV 8) covers the same efficiency tier across common residential and commercial sizes and is usually the better value. Choose this branded option when your equipment spec sheet or facilities team calls for it specifically.

Questions on fit, quantity, or a commercial quote?

Need a size that isn’t listed, a different pack count, or a quote for a commercial order? Get in touch — we handle facilities and commercial orders daily and can usually match or beat distributor pricing.

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