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What filter does a AIRCARE 696800 take?
It takes the AIRCARE / Essick Air 1041 Super Wick — OEM part number 1041.
AIRCARE 696800, evaporative humidifier, console.
Lowest verified price: $22.96 — aftermarket, 1 wick (Filters Fast 1041-SS replacement) at FiltersFast. Free economy shipping on orders $99+ (lower 48); a fee applies below that. Checked 2026-11-11.
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The part, in brief
| Part | AIRCARE / Essick Air 1041 Super Wick |
|---|---|
| Replacement interval | Filter life 3 months (FiltersFast spec). |
| Per change | One wick per change. |
| Equivalents | BestAir Pro CB41, Filters Fast 1041-SS replacement, HQRP 1041 replacement |
Verified prices
| Option | Price | Store & shipping |
|---|---|---|
| Genuine (OEM) 1 wick, genuine AIRCARE 1041 | $28.94 | FiltersFast Free economy shipping on orders $99+ (lower 48); a fee applies below that · Checked 2026-11-11 · source |
| Aftermarket 1 wick (Filters Fast 1041-SS replacement) | $22.96 | FiltersFast Free economy shipping on orders $99+ (lower 48); a fee applies below that · Checked 2026-11-11 · source |
Full record with every price, source and date: AIRCARE / Essick Air 1041 Super Wick page.
Finding the model number on a AIRCARE
AIRCARE and Essick Air are the same company (Essick Air Products). Model numbers are on a label on the bottom of the unit or on the back, near the cord. Mini-console models (MA series) are molded into the housing on some units.