Winix PlasmaWave 5500-2 True HEPA Air Purifier

PlasmaWave™ Basic Technology: as the filtered air exits the air purifier, it passes through a corona discharge (a type of electrical pulse). This process creates both negative and positive ions (air in a plasma state). The plasma then combines with naturally occurring water vapor to form Hydroxyl Radicals (OH unstable molecules stripped of hydrogen and oxygen atoms). Hydroxyls attack airborne pollutants that include viruses, bacteria, germs, odors, and chemical gases (VOCs). The pollutants are destroyed in the process while the Hydroxyls reform into water vapor (H2O) or other harmless air molecules. This entire process is similar to what happens in the upper layers of the Earths atmosphere. PlasmaWave™ emulates the way nature cleans the air without producing harmful ozone or other pollutants.

EXPERT REVIEW PARAMETERS	STAR RATING
1. Airborne Particulate Filtration
2. Gas, Chemical & Odor Filtration
3. Room Coverage
4. Noise Rating
5. Filter Life & Replacement Costs
6. Ease of Operation & Filter Replacement
7. Quality of Construction: Air-tight design, no off-gassing
8. Electronic Filter Life Monitoring
9. Manufacturer's Credibility, Warranty & Return Policy
10. Quality of Filters
11. Value for Price

Ideal for the bedroom, den, office or any room up to 360 square feet, the Winix 5500-2 air purifier will effectively remove airborne particles, odor, smoke, gases and even light chemicals from the air you are breathing. If you suffer from allergies, own pets or simply have a desire for clean air, the Winix 5500-2 is an affordable air quality solution.

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The original Winix 5500 air purifier was nothing less than iconic in the air purification world and and we expect that Winix's new version, the Winix 5500-2 air purifier will be received with very positive reviews. The 5500-2 received a complete redesign to its exterior, resulting in a sleek, minimalist design. We have always been impressed with the odor destroying capability of Winix's PlasmaWave Technology; it will even remove the odor from cooking fish, seafood and heavily spiced foods. The 5500-2 air purifier also features, a handy remote control, washable carbon filter, low energy consumption, auto-mode, air quality sensors and a filter change indicator. A very nice feature set at an attractive price.