07-05-2020, 12:09 PM | #1 |
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Mann vs Micron Air Cabin Filter Differences
I know this is not a big topic compared to Akra Exhausts, oils, turbos and clutches but wanted to share what I noticed yesterday when changing out the cabin filter in my 1M. I faithfully use BMW or Mann filters for years. This year while ordering my cabin filter I noticed that Micron Air was listed as the original equipment manufacturer supplier for BMW and I also noticed that the Mann filter cost about $3 more. Since it's not a critical part, I decided to order Micron Air. It is also OEM for VW and I have a GTI. So yesterday, I went to swap it and pull out the previous Mann filter and immediately I'm struck by the weight difference. The Mann charcoal feels like it weights almost double what the Micron Air charcoal. For a second, I wonder if I accidentally received a non charcoal version so I inspect them both. The Mann filter was made in Germany and has about double the charcoal. It has a thicker layer of it and it covers edge to edge. I put them up to the light and no light passes through the Mann filter. The Micron air on the other hand is made in Slovakia and I notice the sloppy mold residue splatter on the paper. Also the charcoal is very thin and no charcoal for about half inch along one entire edge. You can see the light shines right through it in second picture. Finally, the fit was still good for the Micron Air.
So anyway I put it in since it's not a big deal but I will be staying with Mann for the near future if I decide not to use BMW OE parts. Last edited by nachob; 07-05-2020 at 03:20 PM.. |
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Good to know! I was just looking at cabin filters as well. I was replacing my engine cover on the weekend with a painted one and when I took off the cabin filter I noticed it was pretty dirty so I put it on my list to get a new one. I did come across two different Mann versions though:
Mann Filter FP 8430 FreciousPlus Cabin Air Filter: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00URDQ5YK/...v_ov_lig_dp_it Mann-Filter CUK 8430 Cabin Filter With Activated Charcoal: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001DRHMMS/...v_ov_lig_dp_it Not sure which to get or what the difference is. Thoughts? |
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That's what I thought...wasn't sure what that other one was, hadn't seen it before. I'll stick to the manliest version |
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