HEPA-AIRE® PAS1600HHC Portable HEPA-Filtration System
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Negative Air Filtration System Delivers More Bang for Your Buck with Outstanding Performance & State-of-the-Art FeaturesThe new HEPA-AIRE PAS1600HHC Portable Air Scrubber from Abatement Technologies® delivers more bang for your buck compared to other negative air filtration devices. The PAS1600HHC model has the features you are looking for such as powerful airflow, low amperage draw, a lightweight and mobile design–all at an affordable price! Plus, the PAS1600HHC Portable Air Scrubber comes with the unmatched quality and reliability you expect from Abatement Technologies, the industry leader for high performance HEPA-filtration systems. The PAS1600HHC Portable HEPA-Filtration System is equipped for creating negative pressure containment or use as a recirculating air scrubber. The system captures particles in three or four filter stages (with an optional fourth stage filter) with exceptional dirt holding capacity, including a final-stage HEPA filter tested and certified to capture at least 99.97% @ 0.3-micron particles. The PAS1600HHC operates safely on a 120 VAC, 15 amp electric circuit with power to spare. |
Filter stages include:
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Versatility and Performance Designed to Handle Your Toughest Construction Jobs

The PAS1600HHC model is equipped with many outstanding design innovations such as:
- Portability - Upright, single-module body with built-in transport dolly rolls easily on 12” diameter smooth, non-marking rear wheels
- Ruggedness - Stainless steel cabinet is attractive and easy to clean
- Efficiency - True, high-performance 99.97%-certified HEPA filter retains its original 99.97%+ efficiency even after hundreds of hours of operation
- User-Friendly Controls - Recessed control panel for easy monitoring and control of the unit
- Safety First - ETL/ETLc-certified to conform to UL507 and CSA 22.2 safety standards
- Powerful Airflow - 9 hp blower can reliably achieve 6 ACH @ 16,000 ft3
Click to download the PAS1600HHC Portable Air Scrubber brochure with product specs. Download the features, performance and specifications comparison chart for HEPA-AIRE Portable Air Scrubbers.
Learn more about the importance of maintaining sufficient air changes per hour (ACH) and negative pressure to properly clean the air.
Click for more information on the difference between tested 'in-use' airflow ratings versus meaningless 'nominal' or 'free air' blower ratings.
Click to determine the number of Portable Air Scrubbers needed to produce the required air changes per hour (ACH) for maintaining negative pressure and effectively capturing air contaminants.
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HEPA-AIRE PAS1600HHC Portable HEPA-Filtration System
- Airflow* - Two speeds up to 1,600 cfm
- Air Changes Per Hour - 6 ACH @ 16,000 ft³
- Maximum Blower Static Pressure - 4.7” water gauge
- Net Weight with Filters - 124 pounds
- Shipping Weight - 146 pounds
- Dimensions (L x W x H) - 24.75”L x 27.5”W x 38.625”H
- Power Supply Requirements - 120 volts AC, 60Hz, 15 amps
- Peak Operating Amps - 7 amps
- Electrical Safety - NRTL-certified to comply with UL Std. 507 & CAN/CSA Std. #C22.2 No. 113-M1984 for electrical safety
- Motor/Blower - .9 HP blower w/thermal overload protection
- Controls - Protected recessed controls, Off/High/Low speed selector switch, power indicator lamp, separate ‘Replace Pre-filter’ and ‘replace HEPA’ lamps, digital operating hour meter
- Differential Filter Pressure Gauge - 5” diameter magnehelic gauge
- Cabinet Material - 20 gauge stainless steel construction with solid rivets
- Built-in Dolly - Two-wheel dolly with 12” solid, non-marking rubber rear wheels, 360° swivel front casters and a secure top handle for easy movement and control
- Easy to Replace Pre-Filters - Hinged and latched pre-filter access door with a full perimeter gasket seal to protect against dirty-air bypass
- Pre-Filter Mounting - Separate slide-in compartments for up to 3 pre-filter stages
- Inlet/Outlet Manifold - 12” inlet/outlet collar designed for attachment of flex duct, lay-flat duct (outlet only), or high static tools
*Airflow ratings are based on third party testing conducted @ 120 VAC with clean filters in accordance with generally accepted testing methods using highly accurate electronic flow measurement equipment. Different testing methods may produce higher or lower results. Ratings have been rounded off for convenience.
HEPA-AIRE® Portable Air Scrubbers: Performance & Specifications
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AIRFLOW*: |
1,300
cfm low |
700
cfm Low |
200 - 600 cfm |
150 - 900 cfm |
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PEAK AIR CHANGES PER HOUR (ACH): |
6 ACH @ 16,000 ft3 |
6 ACH @ 21,000 ft3 |
6 ACH @ 6,000 ft3 |
6 ACH @ 9,000 ft3 |
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: |
120 volt/15 ampere/60 Hz |
120 volt/15 ampere/60 Hz |
120 volt/15 ampere/60 Hz
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120 volt/15 ampere/60 Hz |
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NORMAL OPERATING AMPS: |
7 amp draw or less |
12 amp draw or less |
2.5 amp draw or less @ 600 cfm. Multiple units daisy-chain on one 15 ampere circuit |
3.5 amp draw or less @ 1,000 cfm. Multiple units daisy-chain on one 15 ampere circuit |
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BUILT-IN CIRCUIT BREAKER: |
N/A |
15 amps |
12 amps |
10 amps |
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MOTORIZED IMPELLER: |
.9 hp blower w/thermal overload protection & auto reset |
1.5 hp motorized impeller w/thermal overload protection & auto reset & designed for 100,000 hours maintenance free operation |
255 watt motorized impeller w/thermal overload protection & auto reset & designed for 100,000 hours maintenance free operation |
400 watt motorized impeller w/thermal overload protection & auto reset & designed for 100,000 hours maintenance free operation |
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CABINETRY: |
20 gauge stainless steel aircraft construction with solid rivets |
20 gauge stainless steel aircraft construction with solid rivets |
20 gauge stainless steel aircraft construction with solid rivets |
20 gauge stainless steel aircraft construction with solid rivets |
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TRANSPORTABILITY: |
Two-wheel dolly consisting of 12" solid, non-marking rubber rear wheels, 360° swivel front casters and a secure top handle for easy movement & control |
Built-in dolly with handle, 2 ea. 10" rear wheels with solid, non-marking rubber tires & 2 ea. 360° swivel casters in front |
Two top lift handles or optional caster cart; multiple units stack and nest on a two-wheel dolly |
Two-wheel dolly consisting of 8" solid, non-marking rubber rear wheels, 360° swivel front casters and a secure top handle for easy movement & control |
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SURFACE PROTECTION: |
Non-marking wheels and casters |
Non-marking wheels and casters |
Attached rubber feet |
Non-marking wheels and casters |
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FILTERS: |
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Stage 1 Pre-Filter |
1"
coarse particulate pre-filter |
1"
coarse particulate pre-filter |
Inexpensive, high-capacity 1" FIBER-TRAPPER® 1.0 pre-filter for large particulates; can be washed & reused, or treated as a disposable (MERV 4) |
Inexpensive,
1" filter for capturing large particulates; can be washed & reused,
or treated as a disposable |
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Stage 2 Pre-Filter |
2"
pleated pre-filter |
2"
pleated particulate pre-filter |
2"
pleated particulate pre-filter |
2" pleated
filter to capture medium-sized particulates |
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Optional
Stage 2 |
2" high-capacity VAPOR-LOCK® carbon filter for odor removal (MERV 7) |
N/A |
2" high-capacity VAPOR-LOCK® carbon filter for odor removal (MERV 7) |
N/A |
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Optional
Stage 3 |
N/A |
2" VAPOR-LOCK® high-capacity
carbon filter pack to remove odors or a second Stage 2 particulate
pre-filter |
N/A |
2" high-capacity
VAPOR-LOCK® carbon filter for odor removal |
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Final Stage HEPA Filter |
True, non-electrostatic HEPA filter tested & certified to a minimum efficiency of 99.97% @ 0.3 microns |
True, non-electrostatic HEPA filter tested & certified to a minimum efficiency of 99.97% @ 0.3 microns |
True, non-electrostatic HEPA filter tested & certified to a minimum efficiency of 99.97% @ 0.3 microns |
True, non-electrostatic HEPA filter tested & certified to a minimum efficiency of 99.97% @ 0.3 microns |
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INDIVIDUAL PRE-FILTER MOUNTING SHELVES |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
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WEIGHT and DIMENSIONS: |
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Net Weight with Filters |
124 lbs. |
170 lbs. |
46 lbs. |
85 lbs. |
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Overall Dimensions |
24.75"L x 27.5"W x 38.625"H |
31.5"L x 25.25"W x 49.75"H |
28"L x 16.25"W x 17.5"H |
19.25"L x 22"W x 39"H |
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ELECTRICAL CONTROLS:Dual GFCI-Protected ReceptaclesNo No Yes, for daisy-chaining multiple units per 15 or 20 amp circuit Yes, for daisy-chaining multiple units per 15 or 20 amp circuit |
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Green "Power On" Visual Indicator Lamp |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Operating Hour Meter |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
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Speed Control Switch |
Two speeds |
Two speeds |
Variable |
Variable |
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*Airflow ratings are based on third party testing conducted @ 120 VAC with clean filters in accordance with generally accepted testing methods using highly accurate electronic flow measurement equipment. Different testing methods may produce higher or lower results. Ratings have been rounded off to the nearest 50 cfm for convenience. |
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Maneuverable and Portable
With an upright, single-module design,
the PAS1600HHC rolls easily
on
12" smooth, non-marking rear wheels.

The Abatement PAS1600HHC Portable Air Scrubber has been tested by Environmental Testing Laboratories (ETL), a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), and carries the ETL (U.S.) and ETLC (Canada) marks certifying that it complies with applicable OSHA and CSA electrical safety standards.
Stocked Filters & Accessories Ready for Immediate Delivery
Filters |
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First Stage FIBER-TRAPPER® Particulate Pre-filter: H2003 (1 ea.) |
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Second Stage Pleated Particulate Pre-filter: H2002 (1 ea.) |
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Optional Third Stage VAPOR-LOCK® High Capacity Activated Carbon Filter: VL2024 (1 ea.) |
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Final Stage 6"-Deep 99.97% HEPA Filter: H242406DG (1 ea.) |
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Accessories |
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Air Inlet/Outlet Collar, 12" Diameter. Includes Locking ClampPart #: PAS1681 |
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Flex |
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Clear Heavy Duty Flex, Wire Reinforced (12” diameter x 25’ long)Part #: H2030-12 |
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Clear Mylar Flex, Wire Reinforced (12” diameter x 25’ long), 4 per casePart #: H2020-12-4 |
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6 Mil Lay-Flat Exhaust Duct (12” diameter x 500’ long)Part #: H2015-12 |
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