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ENGINEERING BULLETIN | 98 - 5 |
| May 19, 1998 | ||
SUBSTITUTING FILTERS | |
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Today there is an ever increasing number of filter applications in automotive, heavy-duty and industrial businesses. This, of course, results in larger inventories for filter manufacturers and distributors. This situation may make some distributors want to consolidate filters to reduce the number of filters that they must inventory.
While there are many filters that seem similar and may, in fact, fit some of the same applications, we strongly recommend exercising caution when making such substitutions. The internal components of certain filters may differ while the filters appear to be identical. The internal components include: anti-drainback valves, by-pass valves, post seals and filtering elements among others. Each of these components has a specific purpose in the function of the filter. Each of these items must be considered when substituting filters to assure that the performance of the required filter is not impaired. |
A difference as simple as the setting of the by-pass valve, with all other components being the same, can affect the protection the filter provides for the equipment. Baldwin Filters evaluates the filters recommended by the original equipment manufacturers to design the proper Baldwin replacements. Our engineering practices assure that our filters meet or exceed the performance requirements of the respective original equipment manufacturers. These measures enable Baldwin Filters to provide warranty on the applications of our filters without affecting the original equipment manufacturer's warranties.
Substituting filters with "will fit" replacements that are not listed by the application can affect or even void the warranties on the filter and the equipment. Use only the product specified in the current Baldwin Cross-Reference and Application guides to assure the proper filtration performance is achieved. |
call our Service Engineering Team at (308) 237-9729 |