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Carrier Air Filter Replacement

Carrier is a leading name globally in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and more. All Filters carries a wide selection of Carrier air filter replacement options for Carrier furnaces, air conditioners, and whole-house HVAC systems. Carrier systems use filters across a broad range of sizes and depths, from standard 1-inch pleated filters to high-efficiency 5-inch media, and All Filters stocks OEM replacements and quality SpiroPure brand compatible alternatives, all organized by OEM part number and nominal size. Simply browse or search by part number to confirm the right fit for your system.

Carrier Whole House HVAC / AC / Air Conditioner Filters
Carrier

OEM Brand

OEM Part Number

Nominal Size

Filter Options

Carrier

FILBBFNC0014

12x20x5

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FILCCFNC0014

12x20x5

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FILXXFNC0114

12x20x5

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PGAPXCAR1620

16x20x3

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FILCCFNC0017

16x20x5

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FAIC0017A02

16x20x5

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FILXXFNC0017

16x20x5

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FILXXFNC0117

16x20x5

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GAPCCCAR1620

16x20x5

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CMF1620

16x22x5

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CNC1620

16x22x5

 SELECT

PGAPXCAR1625

16x25x3

 SELECT

CMF1625

16x25x5

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P102-1625

16x25x5

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CARF8250606

16x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXFIL0016

16x25x5

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EXPXXFIL0320

16x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXLMC0016

16x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXUNV0016

16x25x5

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FILCCCAR0016

16x25x5

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FILXXCAR0016

16x25x5

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FILXXCAR0116

16x25x5

 SELECT

GAPCCCAR1625

16x25x5

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PGAPXCAR2020

20x20x3

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FAIC0021A02

19x20x4 / 20x20x4

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FILCCFNC0021

19x20x4 / 20x20x4

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FILXXFNC0021

19x20x4 / 20x20x4

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FILXXFNC0121

19x20x4 / 20x20x4

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CMF2020

20x20x5

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P102-2020

20x20x5

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GAPCCCAR2020

20x20x5

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PGAPXCAR2420

20x24x3

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FAIC0024A02

20x24x5

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FILCCFNC0024

20x24x5

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FILXXFNC0024

20x24x5

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FILXXFNC0124

20x24x5

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GAPCCCAR2420

20x24x5

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PGAPXCAR2025

20x25x3

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CMF2025

20x25x5

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CNC2025

20x25x5

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P102-2025

20x25x5

 SELECT

CARF8250602

20x25x5

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CARFC100A1037

20x25x5

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CARL86469

20x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXFIL0020

20x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXFIL0316

20x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXLMC0020

20x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXUNV0020

20x25x5

 SELECT

FILCCCAR0020

20x25x5

 SELECT

FILXXCAR0020

20x25x5

 SELECT

FILXXCAR0120

20x25x5

 SELECT

GAPCCCAR2025

20x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXFIL0024

24x25x5

 SELECT

EXPXXFIL0324

24x25x5

 SELECT

FILCCCAR0024

24x25x5

 SELECT

FILXXCAR0024

24x25x5

 SELECT

FILXXCAR0124

24x25x5

 SELECT

How Carrier Air Filter Replacements Improve System Efficiency

A clean filter is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to protect your Carrier HVAC investment. As filters load with dust, dander, and debris, airflow through the system decreases, forcing the blower to work harder and accelerating wear on expensive components. Carrier furnace filter replacement on schedule keeps airflow at designed levels, which supports consistent heating and cooling performance and extends equipment lifespan. It also directly improves indoor air quality by ensuring the filter media is capturing particles at rated efficiency rather than allowing bypass around a clogged filter. Browse our full selection of air filters for furnace and air conditioning systems.

Types of Carrier Air Filters Available for Replacement

Carrier HVAC systems use several filter types depending on the model and cabinet design. Standard 1-inch pleated filters are common in residential systems with conventional filter slots. These are replaced every 1 to 3 months. High-efficiency 5-inch media filters are used in Carrier's whole-house air cleaner cabinets, offering greater surface area and longer service life, typically 6 to 12 months. All Filters also carries Carrier Air Filters as OEM products alongside compatible replacements. For example, pre-filters provide an additional upstream layer of particle capture to extend the life of the primary filter.

FAQs on Carrier Air Filter replacement

How often should you replace a Carrier furnace filter?

Replacement frequency depends on filter type and household conditions. Standard 1-inch pleated filters typically need replacement every 1 to 3 months. High-efficiency 5-inch media filters used in Carrier air cleaner cabinets generally last 6 to 12 months. Households with pets, allergy sufferers, or high system runtime should replace on the shorter end of those ranges.
The right filter depends on your system's filter cabinet design and your household's air quality needs. For whole-house air cleaner cabinets, a 5-inch high-efficiency filter rated MERV 11 provides strong allergen and particulate capture while remaining compatible with most Carrier systems. For standard 1-inch slots, MERV 8 is appropriate for most homes, with MERV 13 available if your system supports it.
Compatible replacement filters work well in Carrier and related systems as long as the nominal dimensions and depth match your cabinet. Carrier uses a range of sizes, so verify by the OEM part number or the dimensions printed on your existing filter before ordering. A properly sized SpiroPure compatible filter will perform equivalently to an OEM Carrier filter replacement.
The most reliable method is to follow a set replacement schedule based on your filter type. Visual inspection can also help if access is easy. A filter loaded with gray or brown dust and particulates is overdue. Other signs include reduced airflow from registers, increased energy bills, or your system running longer than usual to reach the set temperature. Don't wait for these symptoms.
Regular Carrier furnace filter replacement protects the blower, heat exchanger, and coils from particulate buildup that degrades performance and shortens equipment life. Fresh filters maintain proper airflow for consistent comfort and can lower energy costs. It also keeps your indoor air cleaner by ensuring the filter media is operating at rated efficiency.

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