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Nominal Sizing A nominal filter measurement is the actual dimensions rounded up to the nearest 1-inch. The actual dimension of an air filter is its exact size. Generally, actual dimensions are smaller numbers than nominal measurements. A 20x25x2 nominal measurement may have the actual dimensions of 19.5x24.5x1.75. This difference allows for variances and ease of installation into the HVAC system.