AUC Paint Booth Tacky Intake Filter Pad Series 55 16in x 20in

In this review of the AUC Paint Booth Tacky Intake Filter Pad Series 55 the bottom line is simple: this pack of 20 industrial intake pads is for shops that need a reliable, low-maintenance way to keep spray booths clean. The reviewer found the two-ply polyester media with non-migrating tackifier and the 11 gauge internal wire frame deliver consistent particle capture and easy handling. For body shops and facility maintenance crews looking for a drop-in replacement pad that resists collapse and reduces bypass, this product offers straightforward performance without gimmicks.

Key Features

• 100% polyester media: The synthetic construction resists breakdown and provides durable surface tack for capturing overspray over multiple shifts.
• Non-migrating tackifier: Tack remains in place so the pads do not shed adhesive into the booth, maintaining a cleaner airflow path.
• Two-ply design: A porous first ply traps larger particles while a heavy dry tack on the second ply captures fine particles for improved filtration life.
• 11 gauge internal wire frame: The rigid frame keeps pads from collapsing and makes installation and removal quick and secure without taping.
• Leak-proof self-seal: Panels form a tight seal when installed to minimize dirty air bypass between or around the pads.
• Case quantity: The 20 per case packaging is convenient for shops that want to stock consistent replacements.

Who It's For

The AUC Series 55 is intended for professional and commercial spray booths in automotive, industrial and refinishing shops that need a tacky intake pad designed for easy service life and solid particle capture. It fits operators who value quick installation and a filter that will not shed adhesive or collapse under normal intake flow.

Less suitable users are hobbyists with very small booths or applications requiring HEPA-level filtration; this product is optimized for intake overspray control rather than final-stage HEPA air cleaning.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Durable polyester media provides consistent tack and resists migration of adhesive.
• Two-ply construction improves adsorption capacity and captures both large and small particles.
• Rigid 11 gauge wire frame makes pads easy to slide in and out without tape and maintains filter bank integrity.
• Pack of 20 offers convenient inventory for busy shops.

Cons

• Not designed as a HEPA or final-stage particulate filter, so users needing ultra-fine filtration should add downstream filtration.
• Weight and bulk of a 20-count case may be more than needed for very small operations.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The AUC Series 55 intake pad is a practical choice for body shops and refinishing facilities that need dependable overspray capture and easy serviceability. Its two-ply polyester media and rigid internal frame deliver good value for routine intake filtration, though shops requiring HEPA-level cleaning will need additional downstream filters. For standard spray booth intake protection, it balances performance, durability and convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are these pads installed?
They slide into the intake housing and the 11 gauge wire frame holds them in place without tape, creating a self-seal to prevent bypass.

Are the tackifiers likely to migrate?
No, the product uses non-migrating tackifiers formulated to remain in the media and not shed into the booth.

Is this a final-stage filter?
No, Series 55 is designed as a tacky intake pad for overspray capture; add HEPA or downstream filtration if you need finer particulate removal.