Airpura T600 DLX
What It's Designed For
The T600 DLX is the heavy-load tobacco smoke configuration of the 600 series — same platform as the T600, with the carbon stage upgraded to 26 lbs of enhanced impregnated activated carbon with a potassium iodide blend. Impregnated treatment extends effective adsorption to reactive tobacco smoke compounds that standard carbon cannot capture efficiently, including ammonia, hydrogen cyanide, and other reactive combustion gases that accumulate in environments with heavy or long-term tobacco exposure. The TarBarrier pre-filter remains in the system to protect carbon service life. For the heaviest tobacco smoke environments at 2,000 sq ft scale, the T600 DLX provides the most complete chemical capture profile in the 600 T series.
Key Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $1,099.98 |
| Series | 600 |
| Designed For | Heavy tobacco smoke — enhanced impregnated carbon for maximum chemical capture |
| Carbon | 26 lbs enhanced impregnated activated carbon (potassium iodide blend) |
| Pre-Filter | TarBarrier — dedicated tar compound capture |
| Post-Filter | HepaBarrier (captures ~95% of particles) |
| UV-C | No |
| Airflow | 560 CFM |
| Fan Speeds | Variable |
| Coverage | ~2,000 sq ft |
| Housing | All-metal, pressure-sealed |
| Ozone | None |
| Ionizer | None |
| Warranty | 5 yr parts / 10 yr labor |
Filtration System
TarBarrier Pre-Filter — Dedicated tar compound capture stage. Removes tar before it reaches the carbon bed, protecting impregnated carbon service life in heavy smoking environments. Replace on schedule based on smoking frequency.
Carbon Bed — 26 lbs Enhanced Impregnated Activated Carbon (Potassium Iodide Blend) — Chemically treated impregnated carbon with potassium iodide treatment that extends adsorption to compounds requiring chemical reaction for effective capture: ammonia, hydrogen cyanide, hydrogen sulfide, chlorine compounds, and certain acids. Combined with the full standard adsorption range for tobacco smoke VOCs — benzene, toluene, formaldehyde, and combustion byproducts. The most complete tobacco smoke chemical filtration available in the 600 T series.
HepaBarrier Post-Filter — Captures approximately 95% of airborne fine smoke particles at the exit stage. Available in two configurations: HepaBarrier with frame (full assembly) or HepaBarrier filter cloth only for subsequent replacements.
Replacement Filter Bundles
| Bundle | Description | Bundle Price | Regular Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 Bundle T600/T600DLX | HepaBarrier with TarBarrier prefilter pack | $199.98 | $229.96 |
| #2 Bundle T600/T600DLX | HepaBarrier filter cloth with TarBarrier prefilter pack | $164.98 | $184.96 |
| #5 Bundle T600 DLX | Carbon filter C600DLX + HepaBarrier with TarBarrier prefilter pack | $469.98 | $629.94 |
| #6 Bundle T600 DLX | Carbon filter C600DLX + HepaBarrier filter cloth + TarBarrier prefilter pack | $459.98 | $584.94 |
Shipping
Unit Delivery — 600 Series
| Zone | States | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | ME, NH, VT, MA, NY, CT, RI, NJ | $61.11 |
| Zone 2 | MD, DE, WV, VA, OH, MI, DC, PA | $65.18 |
| Zone 3 | WI, IL, IN, KY, TN, NC, SC, GA | $70.77 |
| Zone 4 | FL, AL, ND, SD, MN, NE, IA, KS, MO, AR, LA, MS | $78.98 |
| Zone 5 | MT, WY, CO, TX | $86.79 |
| Zone 6 | WA, OR, CA, NV, ID, UT, AZ, NM | $92.61 |
Replacement Filter Delivery
| Filter | Zone 1 | Zone 2 | Zone 3 | Zone 4 | Zone 5 | Zone 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon + HepaBarrier + Prefilter | $31.92 | $34.27 | $38.70 | $44.50 | $50.60 | $56.95 |
| Carbon Filter Only | $26.51 | $27.35 | $30.13 | $34.19 | $38.14 | $42.54 |
| HepaBarrier | $21.70 | $22.44 | $23.61 | $24.98 | $28.63 | $30.14 |
| TarBarrier Prefilter | $23.33 flat | — | — | — | — | — |
Best For
- Heavy or continuous tobacco smoke environments at 2,000 sq ft scale where the T600's standard carbon is insufficient
- Rooms with accumulated tobacco contamination in building materials (persistent third-hand smoke off-gassing) requiring impregnated carbon for reactive compound capture
- Environments with elevated ammonia or HCN from tobacco combustion requiring potassium iodide–impregnated carbon for effective chemical capture
T600 DLX vs. T600: The T600 uses standard activated carbon. The T600 DLX upgrades to enhanced impregnated carbon with potassium iodide treatment — the correct choice when ammonia, HCN, and reactive smoke compounds are the primary concern. T600 DLX vs. T400 DLX: The T400 DLX is the single-room equivalent at 360 CFM. The T600 DLX covers 2,000 sq ft. T600 DLX vs. T700 DLX: The T700 DLX runs at 635 CFM with the same impregnated carbon. For larger or higher-ceiling spaces, the T700 DLX is the upgrade.
*Manufactured in Montreal, Canada.*
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Coverage varies by model — check the product specifications above for the rated room size. As a general rule, all units perform best when running below their rated capacity, which reduces noise and extends filter life.
Airpura filter life varies by model and usage. The carbon bed in this unit is rated to last 2–3 years under continuous use in a typical residential environment. HEPA and pre-filters have their own replacement schedules. Replacement filters are available on our filters page. Running the unit below its rated capacity meaningfully extends filter life.
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