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Range hood charcoal filters: Broan 41F part number, mesh vs carbon, when to replace

Ductless (recirculating) range hoods need a charcoal (carbon) odor filter — often Broan-NuTone 41F / S97007696 / 97007696 — that you replace about every six months. Shoppers buy washable grease mesh when they need charcoal, wash charcoal until it stops working, or order a GE / Whirlpool SKU by brand name alone. This page helps you confirm ductless vs ducted, match the part and dimensions, and reorder Amazon-available filters.

Ducted vs ductless: If the hood vents outdoors, you usually need only the washable aluminum grease mesh — charcoal is optional or unused. If the hood recirculates into the kitchen (non-duct / duct-free kit), you need charcoal to adsorb cooking odors. The mesh catches grease and is cleaned; charcoal is spent media and is replaced, not washed. Ordering mesh-only for a ductless hood leaves the kitchen smelling.

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How to choose (duct type, part number, size, cadence)

  1. Confirm ducted vs ductless. Look for exterior vent ducting or a non-duct recirculating kit. Outdoor vent → grease mesh cleaning is the main job. Recirculating → charcoal is required for odor control.
  2. Read the hood model and the old filter label. For many Broan / NuTone ductless undercabinet series, the genuine charcoal is 41F (also sold as S97007696 / 97007696). Aftermarket listings may also cross 97005687 / 6105C — verify against your hood model and the filter’s printed size before substituting.
  3. Measure the filter pad. Broan 41F is 8-3/4" × 10-1/2" (about 3/8" thick on OEM; some combo packs list ~0.35–0.44"). Match length × width × thickness and how the pad seats under the mesh or in the filter frame.
  4. Know mesh vs charcoal. Grease mesh (aluminum) is cleaned with degreaser or dishwasher when the manufacturer allows. Charcoal adsorbs odors until saturated — replace it; washing charcoal does not restore capacity and can ruin the media.
  5. Replace charcoal about every 6 months (sooner with heavy frying). Broan-NuTone’s 41F guidance is replace every six months or more often if cooking produces extra grease.
  6. Do not assume every “range hood charcoal filter” is 41F. GE families such as WB02X10700 / WB2X2893 and Whirlpool-class parts such as 8183916 are different sizes and shapes. Use the model number on the hood rating plate and the part number on the old filter.
  7. OEM vs combo aftermarket. OEM 41F is a genuine Broan charcoal pad for listed series. Many Amazon packs sell a grease-mesh + charcoal combo sized to 97007696 — useful when you need both layers, but confirm the listing names your series and the 8.75 × 10.5 footprint.

Comparison criteria (what matters when shopping)

Criterion What to verify
Vent type Ducted outdoors (mesh primary) vs ductless / recirculating (charcoal required for odor).
Part number Broan 41F / S97007696 / 97007696 for listed Broan series; otherwise GE WB02X10700-class, Whirlpool 8183916-class, etc.
Dimensions 8-3/4" × 10-1/2" × ~3/8" for 41F; measure your old pad — do not buy by brand alone.
Mesh vs charcoal Mesh = cleanable grease catcher. Charcoal = replaceable odor media. Combo packs include both layers.
Fitment series OEM 41F lists Broan series such as 41000, 44000, 45000, 46000, RL6100*, RL6200H, RL6300H, SL6200H, 11000, 35000, 38000, 39000, BUEZ1, Microtek I/II, ACS/ACS30, F40000, BUF4, plus select Electrolux / Frigidaire / Maytag / Whirlpool / Nautilus / Sears rebadges — still confirm your exact model.
OEM vs aftermarket OEM fit for certified series; aftermarket multipacks often cheaper — check size, thickness, and named cross-references (41F / 97007696 / 97005687).

Common product paths (examples only)

These show up often in U.S. shopping. Verify the part number and 8-3/4 × 10-1/2 size against your hood before ordering.

Product path Notes
Broan-NuTone 41F genuine charcoal OEM non-duct charcoal; 8-3/4" × 10-1/2"; replace ~every 6 months; fits listed Broan / NuTone series.
Broan S97007696 / 97007696 Same duct-free charcoal family / single-pack cross used by retailers and aftermarket listings.
Aftermarket 97007696 mesh + charcoal combo Often lists crosses to 41F / 97005687 / 6105C; confirm dimensions (~8.75 × 10.5) and your hood series.
Washable aluminum grease mesh only Correct for many ducted installs; wrong buy if you need odor charcoal for recirculating mode.
GE WB02X10700 / WB2X2893 family Different size/shape than Broan 41F — match GE / Hotpoint model + old filter label.
Whirlpool 8183916-class charcoal OTR / hood charcoal for Whirlpool families — not a Broan 41F substitute; use model + dimensions.

FAQ

Do I need charcoal if my hood vents outside?

Usually no. Outdoor-ducted hoods rely on grease mesh (cleaned on a schedule). Charcoal is for recirculating / non-duct setups that push air back into the room.

Can I wash the charcoal filter?

No. Charcoal adsorbs odors until saturated. Washing does not restore it and can damage the media. Replace on Broan’s ~6-month cadence (or sooner with heavy cooking).

Is 41F the same as 97007696?

In retail practice, Broan 41F and S97007696 / 97007696 refer to the same non-duct charcoal size family for the listed Broan series. Aftermarket “97007696” combo packs may also name 97005687 — still verify fit against your model and the old pad.

Why does my Amazon pack look like mesh plus a black pad?

Many replacements are a grease-mesh screen bonded or stacked with a charcoal layer. That is normal for ductless hoods. If you only ordered shiny aluminum mesh and still have kitchen odor, you likely still need charcoal.

Will a GE or Whirlpool charcoal fit my Broan hood?

Not by brand name. GE WB02X10700-class and Whirlpool 8183916-class parts are different families. Match part number and measured size, not the words “range hood charcoal.”

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Broan-NuTone — 41F Non-Duct Charcoal Replacement Filter

Official OEM page: 8-3/4" × 10-1/2", replace every 6 months, fitment list for 41000 / 44000 / 45000 / 46000 / RL6100* / RL6200H / RL6300H / SL6200H / 11000 / 35000 / 38000 / 39000 / BUEZ1 / Microtek I & II / ACS / ACS30 / F40000 / BUF4 and select rebadges. Site: Broan-NuTone 41F

Home Depot — Broan-NuTone 41F charcoal filter

Retail listing for the genuine 41F ductless charcoal pad (series list on the product page). Site: Home Depot Broan 41F

Home Depot — Broan S97007696 charcoal filter

Alternate retail path for the S97007696 duct-free charcoal single pack (same size family as 41F). Site: Home Depot S97007696

Broan 41F / 97007696 on Amazon (PENDING_ASSOCIATES)

Search paths for OEM-named and aftermarket 97007696 mesh+charcoal combo packs. Confirm “41F” or “97007696” and 8.75 × 10.5 size on the listing. Search: Amazon search: Broan 41F charcoal filter · Amazon search: 97007696 range hood filter

GE WB02X10700 charcoal (PENDING_ASSOCIATES) — different family

Common GE / Hotpoint over-the-range charcoal path — not a Broan 41F substitute. Match your GE model and old filter. Search: Amazon search: WB02X10700

Whirlpool 8183916-class charcoal (PENDING_ASSOCIATES) — different family

Whirlpool / Maytag OTR charcoal family — verify dimensions and model; do not buy by “charcoal filter” alone. Search: Amazon search: 8183916 charcoal filter

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