Goodman-Amana AMP-M8-1056 MERV 11 Media Filter
A replacement media air filter used in a compatible whole-home media air cleaner to capture household dust, lint, and other particulates as return air passes through your central heating and cooling system.
Key Features:
- MERV 11 media filter
- Size : 25-3/8" x 20-1/4" x 5-1/4"
- Listed product type: Filter
- Listed as replacing: P102-2025 and M8-1056
- Goodman literature describes Clean Comfort brand AM Series media air cleaners as a more efficient and convenient way to clean household air than standard furnace filters that may need monthly replacement, helping remove household dust, lint, and other particulates from return air
Compatibility & Applications:
- Must match the exact size and the equipment's specified part number.
- Listed replacement cross-references: P102-2025 and M8-1056
- Goodman literature describes MERV 11 media air cleaners for vertical or horizontal residential applications (media-air-cleaner context).
- Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact part number: AMP-M8-1056
Installation & Operation Notes:
- Installation should be performed by a qualified HVAC technician (or per your equipment/service provider's standard practice).
- Reference the air cleaner and/or HVAC system service/installation manual for correct access, airflow direction/orientation, and proper seating.
- Goodman literature positions media air cleaners as a more "set-and-forget" style filtration compared with filters that may require monthly replacement; actual replacement frequency depends on the system and conditions (no specific interval is provided for this exact filter in the provided sources).
Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
- Replace the media filter when it becomes loaded/dirty or when system performance/airflow indicates restriction (follow the air cleaner/HVAC documentation).
- If the filter frame is damaged or deformed in shipping or handling, it may not seal correctly; inspect before installing.
- If fit seems off, confirm you have the exact part number and listed dimensions for your cabinet before forcing installation.
User Reviews & Q&A Summary:
- Q&A: none shown on the product page.
- Common review themes:
- Correct fit for this hard-to-find size; many users reorder it routinely.
- Generally positive feedback on filtration performance and convenience of ordering ahead (some mention buying two per year).
- Mixed feedback on build/packaging: multiple reviewers mention the cardboard frame/outer box feeling flimsy or arriving with crushed/damaged packaging, though some also note responsive support/replacements.
- A recurring note is product appearance differences versus the listing photo (e.g., filter color) while still fitting and working.
- One negative theme: a buyer expected a "brand name" Goodman-Amana filter but received a different-branded filter and felt the construction was cheaper (returned it).