The Lennox Y5488 Sure Shield PS18-1024 is a high quality pleated air filter designed to improve indoor air quality while protecting HVAC equipment from dust and airborne particles. With a MERV 8 rating, this filter effectively captures common household contaminants such as dust, pollen, lint, and mold spores without restricting airflow. It is ideal for residential and light commercial HVAC systems that require dependable filtration and consistent performance.

The pleated media provides increased surface area compared to fiberglass filters, helping extend service life and maintain steady airflow. This filter is designed to fit standard 10 x 24 x 1 inch filter slots and is suitable for use in furnaces, air handlers, and return air grilles.

 

Key features:

Pleated filtration media for improved particle capture
MERV 8 efficiency for balanced air quality and airflow
Helps protect HVAC components from dust buildup
Supports cleaner indoor air by reducing common airborne contaminants
Designed for residential and light commercial HVAC applications

 

Specifications:

Brand Lennox
Series Sure Shield
Part number Y5488
Manufacturer reference PS18-1024
Filter type Pleated air filter
Nominal size 10 x 24 x 1 inch
Actual size approximately 9.5 x 23.5 x 0.75 inch
MERV rating 8
Application Furnace, air handler, return air grille

 

Typical applications:

Residential heating and cooling systems
Light commercial HVAC systems
Homes with pets or moderate dust levels
Routine preventive maintenance and filter replacement