Oransi Air Purifiers
Oransi primarily makes mid-range market air purifiers that use several different filtering technologies. We could not find any independent tests for these units. Filter life seems more on the low end of average.
Oransi Models
| Oransi Ionic Fridge Air Purifier | Ratings | Technical Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Est. Price – $39 | Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) ?Smoke – NA / 450Pollen – NA / 450Dust – NA / 450Consumer Reports ?Score – NA / 100Dust/Pollen/Smoke (High Setting) – NA / 5Est. Yearly Cost – NA | Room Size ? : NACirculation ? : NAFilter Type ? : NAFilter Life Est. ? : NASize: 4″H x 2.8″W x 2.5″DWeight: 0.2 lbsNoise Level: NAEnergy Star? ? : No |
| Oransi v-hepa Plus | Ratings | Technical Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Est. Price – $389 | Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) ?Smoke – NA / 450Pollen – NA / 450Dust – NA / 450Consumer Reports ?Score – NA / 100Dust/Pollen/Smoke (High Setting) – NA / 5Est. Yearly Cost – NA | Room Size ? : 400 Sq. FtCirculation ? : 60-160 CFMFilter Type ? : Pre-Filter, High Efficiency Filter, Photocatalytic Oxidation Filter & Germicidal UV LampFilter Life Est. ? : 5-10 MonthsSize: 17″H x 17″W x 8″DWeight: 12 lbsNoise Level: 28-48 dbEnergy Star? ? : No |
| Oransi v-hepa PRO UV | Ratings | Technical Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Est. Price – $499 | Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) ?Smoke – NA / 450Pollen – NA / 450Dust – NA / 450Consumer Reports ?Score – NA / 100Dust/Pollen/Smoke (High Setting) – NA / 5Est. Yearly Cost – NA | Room Size ? : 500 Sq. FtCirculation ? : 85-219 CFMFilter Type ? : Pre-Filter, High Efficiency V-HEPA Filter, Photocatalytic Oxidation Filter, Activated Carbon Filter & Germicidal UV LampFilter Life Est. ? : 5-10 MonthsSize: 24″H x 14″W x 8″DWeight: 14 lbsNoise Level: 34-49 dbEnergy Star? ? : Yes |
| Air Purifier Noise Chart – Decibel Ratings of Common Sounds | |
|---|---|
| Source | Decibel Rating (dB) |
| Falling leaves | 0-10 |
| Whisper | 10-20 |
| Soft music | 20-30 |
| Mosquito buzz | 40-50 |
| Normal voices | 50-70 |
| Traffic sounds | 70-80 |
| Vacuum cleaner | 80-90 |
| Thunder | 90-100 |
| Chain saw | 110-120 |
| Rock concert | 120-130 |
| Pain threshold (jet take off) | 130-140 |
| Perforation of ear drum (gun shot) | 160 and higher |
Oransi Company info
Oransi is a company based in Austin, Texas that has primarily been manufacturing and distributing air purifiers for 15 years. The company was started by Peter Mann, whose child suffered from asthma. Because of this, Oransi strives to make air purifiers that can especially help people suffering from asthma and allergies. Peter Mann also started Alen Corporation, another air purifier company. Oransi prides itself on a business model of giving back to the community by employing stay at home moms, encouraging employees to work from home to cut down on motor emissions, and donating 5% of their income to promoting student interest in the sciences.
Oransi Air Purifier Technology
The v-hepa air purifiers are energy star qualified and operate at a low cost. The company states that they are the quietest HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) air purifiers on the market, and are RoHS lead free directive certified. Oransi’s HEPA filters utilize two filters to clean the air. Air will go through a pre-filter which traps large particles. By filtering out the biggest particles, the pre-filter helps extend the life of the next filter – the HEPA filter. The HEPA filter removes 99.97% of dust, pollen, bacteria, viruses, dust mites, smoke and other particles that are between 0.5 and 2.0 micrometers in size. The filter also utilizes low air flow resistance so it can function more powerfully and effectively.
The v-hepa filtration system also includes negative ionization, which uses chemical injection technology. Negative ions are molecules that have an additional electron. This electron makes the ion negatively charged. Because the ion is charged, when it touches another element like a particle of dust, it sticks to it. The air purifier sucks in dust laden air, and the negatively charged ions stick to the dust and trap it inside the machine.
To entice new users, Oransi is offering three additional HEPA filters when you buy a new v-hepa air purifier. These three filters should keep your purifier running for the next two years. The purifiers are small and less than six inches deep so they can fit easily and unnoticeably into corners and against walls. The company claims that compared to other air purifiers, these are very quiet machines, and that they are easy to use and incredibly effective at removing particles from the air. The air purifiers do not weigh more than 10 pounds, and thus are easy to move around.
These v-hepa air purifiers have a v-lock magnet that creates a strong seal around the air filter. This seal locks the filter cover in place and makes sure that all the air inside gets filtered properly. While other air purifiers cost anywhere from $3-$8 in electricity per month, it only costs $2 a month in electricity to run a v-hepa air purifier. This filter has safety certifications from ETL, GS and CE as well as the RoHS lead free directive, and is made of fire-resistant ABS materials. As a safety feature, if someone opens up the cover of the air purifier, it will stop working. Oransi stands by its v-hepa purifiers, going so far as to offer a 10 year warranty and a 30 day money back guarantee.
The two ionic air purifiers use negative ionization to remove odors and particles from your room or fridge. They work silently, do not require you to replace the filters and come with a one year warranty.
Oransi Air Purifier Models
The company sells four types of air purifiers ranging from $40 to $500:
- v-hepa Air Purifier (uses Washable pre-filter, HEPA filter and negative ionization)
- v-hepa PRO UV Air Purifier (uses Washable pre-filter, HEPA filter, Activated carbon filter, and Titanium Dioxide filter)
- Ionic Fridge Air Purifier (uses Piezo-electric ionizer)
- Ionic Room Air Purifier with Night Light (uses Piezo-electric ionizer)
