M1-1056 MERV 11 Furnace Filter for Carrier CMF1625, Case of 3
The listed part for CMF1625 cabinets, though same size aftermarket filters compete on cost.
The short version
- Homes with a Carrier CMF1625 or CNC1625 filter cabinet
- Owners of Goodman, Amana or other housings that list M1-1056 as the replacement
- Anyone who wants to stock a year or more of filters at once
- Your furnace takes a 1 inch or 4 inch filter
- Your cabinet's actual size is not 15-3/8 x 25-1/2 x 5-1/4 inches
- You only want to buy one filter at a time
What owners like
- Exact actual dimensions mean a snug fit in the cabinet with no gaps for air to bypass
- Deep media lasts many months between changes
- Part number cross references to many brands, which makes reordering simple
Common complaints
- Costs more per filter than 1 inch filters
- Aftermarket versions of the same size are widely sold, so the OEM case is not the only option
- Nominal 16 x 25 x 5 sizing can confuse buyers; the actual size is what must match
Based on The Amazon listing title and specs, the Furnace Filters GTA listing for the case of 3, and replacement filter pages from Filters Fast and Atomic Filters that state dimensions, media and compatibility..
Research scores
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Ownership
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What it does
A 5 inch deep MERV 11 pleated media filter, part number M1-1056, that fits Carrier CMF1625 and CNC1625 filter cabinets and similar housings from other brands.
- Deep 5 inch pleated media holds more filter material than a 1 inch filter
- MERV 11 rating sits in the middle of the common range for home furnaces
- Synthetic media will not absorb moisture or sustain mold growth, per replacement makers
- Case of 3 covers more than a year of changes at the common 6 to 12 month interval
The right buy if your furnace has a CMF1625 style media cabinet and you want the listed OEM part number rather than guessing at sizes. The trade-off is cost per filter, since aftermarket copies made to the same actual dimensions sell in smaller packs and often for less.
How it compares
Specs
- Part number
- M1-1056
- MERV rating
- 11
- Actual size
- 15-3/8 x 25-1/2 x 5-1/4 inches
- Nominal size
- 16 x 25 x 5 inches
- Fits
- Carrier CMF1625, CMF1625A and CNC1625 cabinets
- Pack
- Case of 3
- Media
- Synthetic polyolefin fiber, moisture and mold resistant, per M1-1056 replacement makers
Worth knowing
- Match the actual dimensions of your cabinet before buying; nominal sizes are rounded.
Questions
What size is the M1-1056 filter?
Nominal 16 x 25 x 5 inches. The actual size is 15-3/8 x 25-1/2 x 5-1/4 inches.
Does the M1-1056 fit a Carrier CMF1625?
Yes. It is listed for Carrier CMF1625, CMF1625A and CNC1625 filter cabinets.
How often should a 5 inch MERV 11 filter be changed?
Filters Fast lists 6 to 12 months for its M1-1056 replacement, depending on use and air quality.
Who makes the M1-1056 part?
Atomic Filters identifies M1-1056 as a Goodman part number. The part fits several brands, including Carrier cabinets.
Sources
- Amazon.com: Genuine Original Part M1-1056 MERV 11, 15 3/8 x 25 1/2 x 5 1/4
- Furnace Filters GTA: Carrier M1-1056 MERV 11 Furnace Filter for CMF1625, Case of 3
- Filters Fast: Replacement for Carrier M1-1056 MERV 11, 16x25x5
- Atomic Filters: Compatible Replacement Goodman M1-1056 16x25x5 MERV 11
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.