The XJ2100 ionic breeze air purifier uses 25 stainless steel needlepoint ionizers to produce and release trillions of negative ions in the air every second.  This alone cuts down the airborne toxic particles by 99.5%.  The metal dust collection plate that is electrostatically-charged attracts the pollutants and traps the particles.  Potentially dangerous airborne particles like algae, bacteria, germs, viruses, mold spores, pet dander and other microorganisms, as well as gaseous pollutants like chemicals, carbon monoxide, and smoke are effectively cleaned out of the air by this purifier.  The XJ 2100 air purifier could run on four control settings.  It could be turned “Hi” to run at full capacity or “Lo” to have it run for a minute, rest for three minutes, and then run the cycle again.  Control settings “Off” turns the unit off, while another “On” or “Off” setting controls how the fan runs.

It is very easy to maintain the XJ2100 air purifier.  The dust collection plate could easily be removed for cleaning.  Just remove the plate and wipe off the accumulated dust every two to four weeks.  The needle points take about at least a month before any cleaning is necessary.  Twice a year of interior cleaning is all that is needed to keep the XJ2100 ionic breeze air purifier running optimally.  Since the integral parts of this air purifier could be removed and cleaned, there are no replacement parts to worry about.  Even the enclosure is durable as it is constructed of environmentally-safe ABS plastic that is free from corrosion.

The XJ2100 is a versatile ionic air purifier.  It could be used in any room up to 500 square feet in size.  It could also double as a car air purifier when you use the 12-volt DC cigarette light adapter that comes with the unit.  For home or office use, the 110-vold wall plug adapter can power the XJ2100.  This air purifier comes in a manageable package weighing a mere 3.2 pounds.  It runs quietly whether the fan is turned on or off.  It is this quiet durability that makes the XJ2100 attractive to most consumers.  The price tag of less than $150 adds to its appeal especially as it has proven to provide years of effective air purifying service.  The unit comes in black or silver to match most interiors.

Technical details

Dimensions : 5″H x 13.75″W x 8.66″D
Unit Weight: 3.2 lb.
Coverage Area : 500 sq. ft.
Power Consumption : 8 W
Fan Capacity : 15 CFM
Negative Ion Ouput : 60,000,000 ions per cubic cm
Ozone Output : Approx. 5 mg/hr (0.015 to 0.04 ppm)
Ozonator : Ozone generated as byproduct of ionization
Colors : Black, Silver with Black
Control Settings :  “Hi” runs at full capacity; “Lo” automatically runs in intervals of 1 minute

Specifications

1. Needlepoint ionization (highest ion-producing method available);
2. 25 stainless steel needlepoints offer maximum ionization power;
3. Includes: 110-V wall plug adapter, 12-V DC cigarette lighter adapter for vehicle, stainless steel;
4. Enclosure: environmentally safe corrosion-resistant ABS plastic;
5. No replacement costs;
6. Maintenance : wipe easy-to-remove dust collection placte every 2-4 weeks, clean needlepoints;
7. Pollutant Filtration: chemicals, algae, fumes, bacteria, carbon monoxide, odors, gases, viruses;
8. No messy filters to clean or replace.

Airborne Particles – These trigger allergic reactions in allergy sufferers, and can irritate normal people’s lungs as well.  Common airborne pollutants are: dust, mold spores, pet fur, plant spores, smoke, pollen, fungi and other tiny particles.

Gases and Smells – Even if you aren’t allergic to pollen or your cat’s fur, you may be sensitive to certain smells.  It could be cigarette smoke, pesticide or the smell of cooking oil.

Volatile Organic Compounds – These are chemical compounds that are a part of various household agents such as paints, adhesives, varnish, disinfectants and even new leather and carpets.   If you’ve ever felt dizzy from being around furniture polish or a newly painted house, this is why.

Micro-organisms – In this category are fungi, bacteria, viruses and other microbes smaller than the eye can see.

An air ionizer such as the Ionic Breeze Air Purifier works by charging particles in the air.  These charged ions combine with the pollutants and allergens in the air and create a (usually) negative charge.  These are, in turn, attracted to a collecting plate that has a positive charge.  If not the plate, the negatively charged particulates will stick to appliances that are positively charged.  The advantage of an ionic air purifier is that it’s quiet and requires no filter replacement.  It can also catch very small particles.  However it has to be cleaned often.  It doesn’t remove bad smells or kill germs but only takes them down from the air.   Users must beware that the Ionic Breeze Air Purifier emits traces of ozone and must follow instructions carefully.

Another common air purifier is the HEPA filter.  It is great for capturing tiny particles like animal dander, pollen and mold spores.  It is ineffective against gases, smells and chemicals.

If your main concern is bad odors, you can use an ozone generator.  Ozone is extremely powerful against bacteria, but may irritate the lungs.

Carbon air filters are quite effective against chemicals, smoke, gases and odors.  But they are useless against allergens like pollen and micro-organisms, so they are often used in conjunction with HEPA filters.

For sensitive environments, one may use UV or ultraviolet light – based purifiers.   The UV rays can kill mold, bacteria and viruses; but without a filter the germs may pass through too quickly.  Also, UV light attracts and kills insects beneficial to man.

When you shop around for an air purifier, the first thing you will notice is that different models work in different ways.  Each one has its own strengths and weaknesses.   As there are various kinds of air contaminants, so there are various kinds of filters available for tackling them.  You need to select the air purifier that fits your air quality needs, budget, room area size, and other factors.   The major issue, especially for allergy sufferers, is the type of air contaminant(s) you want to be rid of.  Are you allergic to dust mites or tobacco smoke?  Does the smell of a particular household product make you ill?  Are you paranoid about bacteria and viruses?

The standard HEPA filters are ideal for general purpose air cleaning.  Activated carbon filters work best against gases and chemicals.  For major air purification needs, an ozone generator may be used with care (i.e. making sure the room is vacated during use).  Then there is ultraviolet light for destroying bacteria and other micro-organisms.   Besides having a limited functionality, most air purifiers also need to have their filters replaced or cleaned often.   This adds to the long-term cost of maintaining air purifiers, especially if you need several.

There is also the ionic air purifier.  An example of this is the Ionic Breeze Air brand.   The major strength of these models lies in their quietness, low-energy consumption rate and affordability.  Unlike most air purifiers, an ionizer has no fan or filter.  It doesn’t move air into itself.  Rather the ionizer changes the polarity of air contaminants – usually giving them a negative charge – and makes them cling to either the device or to other objects in the room.   In other words, it “magnetizes” the foreign particles causing them to fall from the air as dirt.   The air purifier uses very little electricity – just 10 watts – and makes no noise at all.  Best of all, you never have to replace filters.

However the Ionic Breeze Air is not without its flaws and limitations.  The particle collector needs to be cleaned often.  If you let the dirt stay, the purifier won’t be able to do its job well and the particles may rise up and pollute the air again.   The area coverage may be small too since no fan is used to circulate and change the air.

Lastly, an ionizer leaves ozone as a by-product when it runs.  Ozone can have undesirable effects.  It is therefore wise to check the amount of ozone your ionizer creates and ask your physician if it’s safe to use or not.

After diligent research and application of current technological approaches, skilled air cleaning professionals produced the ionic breeze technology. Ionic breeze, simply put, is the process of cleaning the air from impurities through ionization. From this, experts introduced the ionic breeze air cleaners. Basically, there are three types: negative ion generators, electrostatic precipitators, and electrostatic filters. But the latter is the most outdated device. All kinds of ionic breeze air cleaners operate by charging airborne particles and then magnetize them to metal electrodes. This procedure is termed as ionization. Part of the result of this process is the emission of small amounts of ozone in the air.

What can ozone contribute in this process? We must already know what ozone is and its contribution to the environment. To further refresh our memory, let’s define ozone and identify its effects. Technically speaking, ozone is a very reactive gas occurring from a chemical reaction between the diatomic oxygen molecules (O2) and an oxygen atom (O). It must be common knowledge that the presence of ozone layer in the atmosphere protects us from the sun’s harmful UV radiation. However, inhaling heavy concentrations becomes detrimental to the respiratory tract, particularly the lungs. It can be a cause of throat irritation and shortness of breath, and even worsens asthma.

In an ionic breeze cleaner with electrostatic precipitator technology, only very small amounts of ozone are released as compared to negative ion generators or the so-called ozone generators that produce heavy concentrations of “bad” ozone inside our homes. It is important to select the best type of ionic breeze cleaner for our homes. When buying one, make sure to check the product specification and details of how it works. There are more advanced ionic breeze air cleaners that have unique features such as zero noise level, 24/7 continuous operation, low energy requirement, and environmentally friendly. It can be a little heavy in the pocket but is definitely worth the price when it comes to quality and benefits. After all, it is not just some type of personal gadget that can be given away or easily replaced when outgrown. It has a more essential purpose of keeping our health in a stable and good condition.