Air ionizers and their connection to negative ions have been touted as a great way to improve respiratory health and overall wellbeing. However, many manufacturers often use ionizing technology in their air purifiers to increase the price of the system, without providing any real evidence of its effectiveness. As more information is made available to the public about the potential dangers of air ionizers, consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the risks associated with these devices and are likely to avoid them. If you're wondering what the difference is between an air ionizer and a typical HEPA filter, here's a quick comparison table:Ionizers fire negative ions that cause particles to stick to surfaces, but they are not effective purifiers as they are usually too weak to work.
They can also produce harmful ozone and PM2.5 (particles that adhere to surfaces in your home). Chamber and field tests have found that an ionizing device can reduce some volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including xylenes, but can also increase oxygenated VOCs. But what does an ionizer actually do? How does it remove particles from the air or improve odor in a room? And do they really improve indoor air quality? We will examine what air ionizers do and their possible negative effects. After reading this article, you'll understand why most people should not buy an air purifier with an ionizing function.
