8 best aprilaire home humidifiers

Product description

Aprilaire introduced the first evaporative humidifier for forced air furnace systems back in 1954. Since that time, Aprilaire continues to lead the industry in whole home humidification systems. Our evaporative humidifiers work by piping water into the distribution tray located at the top of the humidifier. The water is uniformly distributed across the width of the tray and through a scientifically designed system of outlets. It flows by gravity over the Water Panel evaporator. Dry, hot air from the HVAC system is moved through the moisture-laden Water Panel evaporator. Natural evaporation takes place, the water is turned to vapor, and the humidified air is circulated throughout your home. INCLUDED IN THE BOX: Installation instructions and template, humidifier with built-in bypass damper, 24 VAC transformer, automatic digital humidifier control with sensor, outdoor temperature sensor, saddle valve, solenoid valve, and Model # 10 Water Panel

• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE This humidifier was designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire – the inventor of the whole home evaporative humidifier, and the leader in indoor air quality solutions
• FULL COVERAGE up to 3,000 square feet in tightly built homes with a capacity of 12 gallons per day
• AUTOMATIC HUMIDIFIER with dual sensors to monitor and respond to both outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity to deliver optimum humidity 24/7 throughout the home – simply set it and forget it
• CONVENIENT DIGITAL CONTROL shows percent humidity, lights indicate humidifier is running, when to change the Water Panel, when service is needed, and Blower Activation switch sets humidifier to run continually, or only when the furnace runs
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma by minimizing the formation of bacteria and viruses, fungi, and dust mites. In addition, you’ll feel more comfortable while also preserving items in your home susceptible to damage from changing humidity or dry conditions
• Air flow capacity: 200.0 cubic_feet_per_minute

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it come with every thing need for a typical installation
Answer:	don't know the difference between the colors. I don't see any BPA sign on the product
Question:	I have a 2600 sqft home built in 1989, and am considering getting the Aprilaire 500 vs the 600. Is that a wise choice
Answer:	3L.
Question:	can the humidifier bypass duct be on either side ?? The pictures all show it "by passing" to the left - i need it to the right
Answer:	Yes, there's a dial on the front for adjusting the volume of mist.
Question:	How often do you have to buy new parts? Filters? Etc. And what do they run you each year
Answer:	You can set the volume of mist dispersed, yes.

Product features

Humidity for Health

Humidity of 35% - 45% is shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and allergies and asthma symptoms by minimizing the formation of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and dust mites.* It can also help prevent dry skin and premature wrinkles.**

*E.M. Sterling, “Criteria for Human Exposure to Humidity in Occupied Building,” ASHRAE Winter Meeting, 1985

**www.nia.nih.gov/health/skin-care-and-aging, content reviewed October 01, 2017

Humidity for Comfort

Whether your home is in a dry region of the country, or in an area with seasonal dryness, maintaining the right level of humidity can make all the difference in how comfortable you feel in your home.

Humidity for Preservation

Maintaining the proper humidity level can also help preserve wood floors, cabinetry, and furnishings, and anything else susceptible to warping, cracking, or other damage due to dry air or significant changes in humidity – including musical instruments.

Compact Design

Perfect for tight spaces

Automatic Humidifier

Dual sensors to monitor and respond to both outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity to deliver optimum humidity 24/7 throughout the home – simply set it and forget it

Aprilaire 10 Replacement Water Panel

Designed to fit your Aprilaire Humidifier Model 500 perfectly (dimensions: 10" H x 9.75" L x 1.75" W), and to optimize the performance when changed once during the humidification season

Product description

Aprilaire introduced the first evaporative humidifier for forced air furnace systems back in 1954. Since that time, Aprilaire continues to lead the industry in whole home humidification systems – including steam humidifiers. Aprilaire steam humidifiers use electrode technology and are simple to install, operate, and maintain. With electrode technology, electrical current flows between submerged electrodes, resistance of the water to the electric current heats the water. The submerged electrodes are found in a replaceable canister. At the end of a humidifier season, the canister – including the electrodes, is replaced. No cleaning, no scrubbing, simply replace the canister and you’re ready for the next humidifier season. Electrode technology requires impurities in the water to promote the transfer of electricity. For this reason, water filtration is not required with electrode technology, minimizing the complexity of the installation and on-going operating costs. This unit will operate with water hardness between 3 and 36 grains – a very wide range. If reverse osmosis or deionized water is present, plumb the steam humidifier to a water line before the water flows through the reverse osmosis or deionization equipment.



INCLUDED IN THE BOX: Installation instructions, steam humidifier, Model 62 automatic digital humidifier control with sensor, outdoor temperature sensor, dispersion tube, steam hose (6 feet), 7/8 inch drain tubing (10 feet), hose clamps, saddle valve, mounting screws, Model 80 steam canister

From the Manufacturer

The Aprilaire Model 800 Residential Steam Humidifier features truly automatic control, so there's no need to manually control the humidifier - though it can be installed in manual mode, if desired.

• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE This high output steam humidifier was designed with electrode technology and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire – the inventor of the whole home evaporative humidifier, and the leader in indoor air quality solutions
• FULL COVERAGE up to 6,200 square feet in tightly built homes. Choose from 6 levels of output adding 11.5 to 34.6 gallons of moisture into the air per day based on voltage and installation
• PURIFIED WATER NOT REQUIRED Electrode technology requires impurities in the water to promote the transfer of electricity. Water filtration is not recommended – minimizing installation complexity and operating costs
• AUTOMATIC HUMIDIFIER with dual sensors to monitor and respond to both outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity to deliver optimum humidity 24/7 throughout the home – simply set it and forget it.Water in steam canister, steam pipes, and dispersion tube can be as hot as 212°F (100°C)
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma by minimizing the formation of bacteria and viruses, fungi, and dust mites. In addition, you’ll feel more comfortable while also preserving items in your home susceptible to damage from changing humidity or dry conditions
• Material Type: Steel
• Included Components: Steam Hose (6 Ft), 7/8" Drain Tubing (10 Ft), Valves, Installation Instructions

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the difference between the Aprilaire Model 800 and Model 801 humidifiers
Answer:	You put it on when you want it and it stays on till you turn the UV or machine off
Question:	Any chance that a steam unit may lead to mold growing in the ducts
Answer:	Depends, if you have very hard water then this may have white dust. I use purified water, I have not noticed white dust.
Question:	I have two furnaces. One for downstairs and the other for upstairs. If I buy only one unit, where should it be placed
Answer:	it does not have a air or water filter
Question:	Using pex-a/uponor tubing and the saddle doesn't work (leaks). trying 3/4" to 1/2" line but not sure what adapters/supply lines i should use
Answer:	NO. no manual! I called Amazon and was told the instructions are the description with the item online.

Product features

Humidity for Health

Humidity of 35% - 45% is shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and allergies and asthma symptoms by minimizing the formation of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and dust mites.* It can also help prevent dry skin and premature wrinkles.**

*E.M. Sterling, “Criteria for Human Exposure to Humidity in Occupied Building,” ASHRAE Winter Meeting, 1985

**www.nia.nih.gov/health/skin-care-and-aging, content reviewed October 01, 2017

Humidity for Comfort

Whether your home is in a dry region of the country, or in an area with seasonal dryness, maintaining the right level of humidity can make all the difference in how comfortable you feel in your home.

Humidity for Preservation

Maintaining the proper humidity level can also help preserve wood floors, cabinetry, and furnishings, and anything else susceptible to warping, cracking, or other damage due to dry air or significant changes in humidity – including musical instruments.

Purified Water Not Required

Electrode technology requires impurities in the water to promote the transfer of electricity. Water filtration is not recommended – minimizing installation complexity and operating costs

Automatic Humidifier

Dual sensors to monitor and respond to both outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity to deliver optimum humidity 24/7 throughout the home – simply set it and forget it

Aprilaire 80 Replacement Canister

Designed to fit your Aprilaire Steam Humidifier Model 800 perfectly, and to optimize the performance when changed once during the humidification season

Product description

Delivers up to 50% more moisture in comparison to competitive units Has an evaporation capacity of 0.75 gallons per hour, among the highest capacity humidifiers sold Humidifies tightly-constructed homes up to 4,200 square feet in size.

• Has an evaporation capacity of 0.75 gallons per hour—among the highest capacity humidifiers sold
• Humidifies tightly constructed homes up to 4,200 square foot in size
• Features truly automatic control
• Delivers optimum levels of humidity control with the Automatic Digital Humidifier Control. You never have to monitor your settings or wait until you feel uncomfortable
• Provides vital service, temperature and relative humidity indicators in manual mode as well
• Performs quietly with simple annual maintenance

User questions & answers

Question:	Do I disconnect G from furnace board and plug straight into the model 60 control? Also can I use the transformer already there
Answer:	Yes, you are partially correct. The actions are thus; Remove the thermostat "G" wire from the furnace terminalstrip and wire it to "G" on the Model 60 control.* Wire "Gf" on the Model 60 to "G" on the furnace terminalstrip. Also, you may use the 24v supply on the furnace control board, if it rated for enough amperage. If not, wire in the external transformer.Check your furnace manual.
Question:	If I use the wiring schematics listed on the manual, will that turn on the blower and not the furnace? Or what wiring schematic do I need
Answer:	If you use the schematic listed for "Automatic" operation (i.e. intercept the "G" wire between the thermostat and the furnace, putting the new humidistat in between) then this unit will be able to use the furnace blower without firing the furnace. Tapping into the hot water supply (instead of cold) is recommended if you use this feature. My 700 is installed this way and works very well in this configuration.
Question:	What effect does the humidifier have on furnace filters when installed on the cold air return? Can you use an electrostatic filter
Answer:	For any humidifier to work at its best and quickly increase the humidity to desired level, it needs to be on hot air side after your furnace. Hot air captures maximum humidity compared to cold air.
Question:	exactly how does it work
Answer:	Imagine a screen door with a breeze blowing through it.Now take a hose and dribble water along the top of the screen. Surface tension will make the water fan out and coat the screen, however some water will find its way to the ground.Now that breeze coming through the screen door will evaporate some of the water and become more humid. Crud is less likely to build up on the screen because it is being constantly washed by he water that makes it to the bottom.So that's "exactly" how this humidifier works. The big advantage is that all the carbonates and fine solids don't build up and clog everything, the disadvantage is that the humidifier wastes water since the excess "wash" water goes down the drain.The humidifier consists of a fan that blows air through a special "screen" over which water is dribbled whenever the furnace is heating and the fan is running.

Product features

Aprilaire 700 Automatic Humidifier

The Aprilaire 700 Humidifier with Automatic Digital Control never has your air been fresher, cleaner, and more breathable. By adding moisture to your environment, this humidifier can alleviate many irritating symptoms caused by dry, stale air. Built to operate in houses up to 4,200 square feet, this unit can deliver up to 50 more moistures than competitive units. This unit also has an evaporation rate of .75 gallons per hour, one of the highest in the industry. If you suffer from dry skin, have cracked lips and skin or find yourself enduring annoying allergy symptoms, a humidifier is a great addition to your house.

By putting moisture back into the air, the resulting humidity may alleviate many of your symptoms, not to mention creating a healthier environment for kids and pets.

Product description

This genuine Aprilaire replacement water panel is the backbone of your Aprilaire humidifier. The heavy-duty aluminum mesh frame holds its shape over the life of the water panel as the porous ceramic-type coating absorbs water and maintains the proper level of hydration to support the evaporation process. Water is vaporized as air warmed by the furnace passes over the water panel. The humidified air is carried through the house through the air ducts. Water Panel Evaporators are the heart of your humidifier and the component which generates the important humidity to keep you comfortable during the heating season. The water panel slides into the scale control insert and the water distribution tray sits across the top of the panel.

• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE This genuine replacement water panel was designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire – the leader in indoor air quality solutions to optimize the performance of your Aprilaire Humidifier Model: 350, 360, 560, 560A, 568, 600, 600A, 600M, 700, 700A, 700M, 760, 760A, 768
• PERFECT APRILAIRE FIT Water panel dimensions: 10" H x 13" L x 1. 75" W
• FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE replace water panel annually
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma
• EASY INSTALLATION. Instructions included. In addition youâ€ll feel more comfortable while also preserving items in your home susceptible to damage from changing humidity or dry conditions

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this a genuine Aprilaire product
Answer:	The blades are black. The entire thing is black. They look great on our back porch.
Question:	Will it fit Model
Answer:	The dimensions are as follows: Blade Pitch- 13 Degrees Blade Span- 48 in. Height- 9.32 in. Width- 12.5 in.
Question:	is it not supposed to be just plane wire mesh? what is the white crust on them that looks the same as my last year salt deposited one
Answer:	It's a FLUSH mount fan, so I don't understand the question.
Question:	My water panel has a spray paint mark on one of the edges. Does this mark indicate the top or bottom of the panel
Answer:	No remote control

Product description

The steam canister is the beating heart of your humidifier, responsible for generating the steam that your humidifier then distributes throughout your home. Current runs between two electrodes within the canister, heating your water to a boil and creating steam that is distributed through your HVAC system.

From the Manufacturer

Aprilaire Canister for the Model 800. This is the heart of the Aprilaire Model 800 Steam Humidifier. See your Model 800 owner's manual for replacement instructions. 

• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE This genuine replacement water panel was designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire – the leader in indoor air quality solutions, to optimize the performance of your Aprilaire Steam Humidifier Model: 800, or 865
• PERFECT APRILAIRE FIT replacement canister for your Aprilaire Steam Humidifier Model 800, or 865
• FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE replace canister annually
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the size of the O-Ring? Mine snapped and i don't pay 10 bucks with shipping
Answer:	Go to your local hardware store with your broken o-ring and purchase (2) neoprene O-rings size .120" thicknesses x 1.281" ID x 1.521" OD, (1 9/32" ID x 1 17/32" OD) or as close as you can get. Compare to to the broken O-ring. Get store assistance if needed. Next, go to local drug store or Walmart and purchase small amount of KY jelly or water- based equivalent. Back home, clean out O-ring socket, place O-ring on canister, smear all over with jelly, and carefully place canister into socket. You know how the rest goes. Keep the spare O-ring and the broken ring in the bottom of the cabinet. Button it up and rock and roll! Good luck!👍
Question:	Does this canister have to be replaced annually
Answer:	Yes, best to replace annually. You can try rinsing it out between seasons, but that only extends life of the unit for a little while.
Question:	Can this canister be used in the carrier humidifiers since Aprilaire makes them
Answer:	Yes-- Carrier's steam humidifier is exactly identical, as is this replacement part. The Aprilaire 80 Steam Canister works perfectly in my Carrier humdifier.
Question:	How long does a canister last
Answer:	I change mine as soon as the light comes on. It would be nice if Aprilaire had a wifi model that would notify when to change cartridge. Amazon has the best price for canister - about $20 less than Aprilaire site and the price has dropped in last few years. I order 2 canisters and keep one as an immediate replacement. If I am out and need to replace, I want an immediate spare as I use this to keep my grand piano and other acoustic instruments at best humidity. A 10 to 15% humidity drop over a few days and then cycling back up is havoc for a grand piano tuning.

Product features

Aprilaire 80 Replacement Canister for Aprilaire Steam Humidifier Models 800 and 865

• This genuine replacement water panel was designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire
• PERFECT APRILAIRE FIT replacement canister for your Aprilaire Steam Humidifier Model 800 and 865
• FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE replace canister annually
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma by minimizing the formation of bacteria and viruses, fungi, and dust mites. In addition, you’ll feel more comfortable while also preserving items in your home susceptible to damage from changing humidity or dry conditions
• Includes O-ring for a leak-proof seal

Features

The steam canister is the beating heart of your humidifier, responsible for generating the steam that your humidifier then distributes throughout your home. Current runs between two electrodes within the canister, heating your water to a boil and creating steam that is distributed through your HVAC system.

Product description

This genuine Aprilaire replacement water panel is the backbone of your Aprilaire humidifier. The heavy-duty aluminum mesh frame holds its shape over the life of the water panel as the porous ceramic-type coating absorbs water and maintains the proper level of hydration to support the evaporation process. Water is vaporized as air warmed by the furnace passes over the water panel. The humidified air is carried through the house through the air ducts. Water Panel Evaporators are the heart of your humidifier and the component which generates the important humidity to keep you comfortable during the heating season. The water panel slides into the scale control insert and the water distribution tray sits across the top of the panel.

• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE This genuine replacement water panel was designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. by Aprilaire – the leader in indoor air quality solutions to optimize the performance of your Aprilaire Humidifier Model: 110, 220, 500, 500A, 500M, 550, 550A, 558
• PERFECT APRILAIRE FIT Water panel dimensions: 10" H x 9.75" L x 1. 75" W
• FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE replace water panel annually
• HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH Aprilaire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 35% – 45% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma
• Easy installation. Instructions included.

User questions & answers

Question:	I need Skuttle model 2001 # A04-1725-051 water panel filter for humidifier on my York furnace? Is this the item I need
Answer:	The type of furnace is of no significance, If Skuttle is the name of your brand humidifier then I'd say no. This is an Aprilaire brand item, It fit my Aprilaire brand humidifier. Hope this helps you..try a google search for your brand and model number humidifier or contact your installer who put it in.
Question:	this says eligible for free shipping. But when I go to check out with a total order over $100.00 it wants to charge me $7.17 shipping for this item
Answer:	Hi, I don't think you are looking at my listings, sold by "thenan440". Amazon automatically inserts a shipping fee of usually $5.49 for my products. Check out the lister offering free shipping. Amazon prevents me from offering free shipping unless I pay $39.99 a month for a store. Sorry and I hope this helps you. Thanks, thenan440
Question:	Which side up for water filter in alpilare
Answer:	I don't think there is an up or down. I just fitted the filter into my holder and put it into the humidifier. All of the sides looked the same.
Question:	I have Aprilair model 550. Does it come in quantity of 2 for
Answer:	Vil-Yes these will work with the Aprilaire 550 Humidifier.Thanks,RobertFiltersAmerica.com

Product description

Everything you need to maintain your April ire humidifier is included in this OEM April ire Humidifier Maintenance Kit, April ire part number 4750. Return your humidifier back to factory "new" condition each year! The April ire 4750 Maintenance Kit is designed specifically for your April ire 700, 700A or 700M Humidifier. It includes:#35 pad#4235 Feed Tube#4232 Blue Orifice#4004 Strainer#4246 Distribution Tray#4236 Scale Control Insert

• Water panel #35 & Water Distribution Tray #4246
• Scale Control Insert #4236
• Feed Tube & compression sleeve #4235
• Yellow orifice #4232 & Inline Strainer #4004
• Owner Manual

User questions & answers

Question:	Why is a 2-year protection plan offered on a product that is supposed to, according to the manufacturer, be replaced annually
Answer:	Good question. I would think that it applies to leakage and not performance. It should be changed annually. I change everything, seals, rack, distribution tube, strainer every 3 years. This is why I buy the kit; because it has everything you need. In years 1 and 2 I just change the water panel.
Question:	What are dimensions of the frame
Answer:	The dimensions are roughly 13.5" X 9".
Question:	Will this fit carrier humcclbp2317-a
Answer:	I believe if you go to the Aprilaire website you might be able to get the answer there. I do think that you can put Aprilaire on pretty much any furnace.
Question:	Will this fit Bryant humbblbp2417a
Answer:	This maintenance kit will not work for you, and unfortunately, we don't carry one that will. We recommend that you reach out to your manufacturer for help locating a maintenance kit.
Question:	How often does the humidifier pad have to be changed? Thanks
Answer:	Most aprilaire units will have a change filter light that comes on when the panel needs to be changed. Otherwise at least once a season.
Question:	Difference between a23510 and
Answer:	One is a light switch and the other is a filter for a dehumidifier

Product description

The Aprilaire 303A Steam Humidifier Cylinder is guaranteed to be compatible with the Nortec 303 Replacement Cylinder.

• High quality replacement cylinders by Aprilaire for Nortec Steam Humidifiers
• Nortec NH-020/3Ph Steam Humidifier (208-220-240VAC)
• Manufacturer recommends replacing cylinder/canister at least once per year

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the outside dimension of the tube
Answer:	This measures 21-1/2" long, and the diameter of the tube is 1/4".
Question:	will this work on model
Answer:	I looked up parts for the 440 and there are differences between the 440 and the 600 models. I don't believe the parts for the 600 will work with it
Question:	What is the length of the tube
Answer:	The unit uses a 15" piece and I cut at least 4" or 5" off of the new tube so roughly 20". You may need to use a hair dryer to soften the new tube to shape it. I did.
Question:	What size wrench is used for the nut in in the kit
Answer:	I don't know I used a crescent wrench