Baldwin Filters
Baldwin Filters BF46122 Diesel Fuel Spin-On Filter
Diesel fuel spin-on filter with water separator drain and 0.001 micron rating
- Spin-on design enables quick filter changes
- Diesel fuel and water separation protects injection systems
- 001 micron rating captures ultra-fine contaminants
- Integrated drain simplifies water removal
- Attached gasket ensures reliable seal on installation
Product Identity
The Baldwin Filters BF46122 is a new spin-on diesel fuel filter designed for machinery and machine shop applications. It functions as a fluid filter with an integrated fuel and water separator that includes a drain for removing collected water. The unit comes with an attached gasket and features a thread size of 1 In. -14 for installation.
Upgrade Context
This filter replaces a worn or clogged diesel fuel filter element to restore proper fuel and water separation performance. The jump is worth it when the existing unit can no longer achieve the rated 0.001 micron filtration level or when the drain function fails to remove water effectively. It is not for buyers who need a cartridge-style element or a filter without a water separation capability.
Build Integration
The spin-on design threads directly onto the compatible filter head using the 1 In. -14 threads, requiring no separate housing. The attached gasket seals the connection without additional parts. The can-type body measures 7 1/4 in height and 4 13/32 in outside diameter, so the mounting location must accommodate these dimensions. The unit carries a California Proposition 65 warning for chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Highlights
- Spin-on design enables quick filter changes
- Diesel fuel and water separation protects injection systems
- 001 micron rating captures ultra-fine contaminants
- Integrated drain simplifies water removal
- Attached gasket ensures reliable seal on installation
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What thread size fits the 1 In. -14 mounting on this Baldwin BF46122?
The filter uses a 1 In. -14 thread for direct spin-on installation onto the compatible fuel filter head.
Which step is often missed when installing this spin-on fuel filter with an attached gasket?
Lubricate the gasket with clean diesel fuel and hand-tighten only until the gasket contacts the base, then turn the specified additional amount.
How often should the water separator drain on this 0.001 micron filter be opened?
Drain collected water daily or at every refuelling stop to prevent water carry-over into the injection system.
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