Overview
The Donaldson P163438 hydraulic filter cartridge delivers proven filtration performance for industrial hydraulic equipment. Built with cellulose media formulation, this cartridge maintains system cleanliness and extends component life across a wide range of applications. The cartridge design integrates into standard filter housings for drop-in compatibility with legacy and modern hydraulic systems.
Key Features
- Cellulose media construction provides cost-effective filtration for standard hydraulic duty
- Beta 2 efficiency rating of 17 micron captures mid-range contaminants
- Beta 1000 efficiency of 40 micron ensures high dirt holding capacity and flow performance
- Standard flow direction supports typical hydraulic circuit configurations
- Cartridge-style design for straightforward housing installation and replacement
Technical Specifications
- Outer Diameter: 59.37 mm (2.34 inches)
- Inner Diameter: 44.4 mm (1.75 inches)
- Length: 180.8 mm (7.12 inches)
- Media Type: Cellulose
- Flow Direction: Standard
- Efficiency Beta 2 (17 µm): 17 micron
- Efficiency Beta 1000 (40 µm): 40 micron
- Style: Cartridge
Typical Applications
The P163438 is commonly specified in heavy equipment hydraulic systems including:
- Agricultural machinery (Allis-Chalmers, Case/Case IH)
- Heavy construction equipment (Caterpillar, Gradall, Koehring)
- Industrial tractors and loaders
- Stationary hydraulic power units and circulation systems
- Equipment requiring standard ISO filtration without synthetic media
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard Donaldson filter housings accepting cartridge-style elements
- OEM equipment from Allis-Chalmers, Case/Case IH, Caterpillar, and Ford
- Hydraulic systems rated for 40-micron filtration (Beta 1000)
- Industrial hydraulic circuits operating at standard pressure ranges
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Baldwin P194HD, P194HD10
- FLEETGUARD LF762
- FRAM C69
- PUROLATOR 631043, 631046, 6692798, P321, P3293–P3296
- Original equipment numbers: Allis-Chalmers 71004193, Caterpillar 3I0557, 3I0558
Works With
- Donaldson hydraulic filter housings and manifold systems
- Standard ISO 4406 code-compliant hydraulic circuits
- Equipment maintenance programs requiring OEM-equivalent filtration
- Bulk hydraulic system refurbishment and upgrade projects
