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Part numberGeneralAire 990-13
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Humidifier models
GeneralAire 1040 / 1042 / 1137 / SL16
Correct pad
GeneralAire 990-13
Pad dimensions
9.75 in W x 12 in H x 1.5 in D
Replacement interval
once per heating season

The correct replacement pad for the GeneralAire 1040 / 1042 / 1137 / SL16, and the sizes that look right but are not.

The GeneralAire 1040 / 1042 / 1137 / SL16 takes the GeneralAire 990-13 pad. Buy that part; a different-size pad lets water bypass into the plenum.
Fits these humidifier models
Fitment notes

The GeneralAire 1040, 1042 and 1137 and the SL16 all take the 990-13 pad. It is the GeneralAire member of the same group as the Aprilaire 35.

The GeneralAire pad in the GA35 cross-reference group alongside the Aprilaire 35 and Honeywell HC26. GeneralAire also catalogs it under part number 7002.

The pad to buy

Find your model

Read the number stamped on the humidifier cabinet or printed on the old pad, then match it below. Confirm the frame size before buying a generic.

GeneralAire 104010421137SL16
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Sources: General Filters GeneralAire 990-13 vapor pad ยท Industry evaporator-pad cross-reference chart (2J Supply)