Baldwin Filters
Baldwin Filters BT9371-MPG Hydraulic Filter Spin-On 5 Micron
Spin-on hydraulic filter rated at 5 microns with a 1 1/2-16 thread for Caterpillar and Ditch Witch equipment
- TypeAutomotive Filters
- 5-micron glass media traps fine particles
- spin-on design allows quick filter changes
- supplied G447 gasket ensures reliable sealing
- fits Caterpillar and Ditch Witch equipment
- 1 1/2 in.-16 thread matches OEM specification
Baldwin Filters BT9371-MPG Hydraulic Filter
The Baldwin Filters BT9371-MPG is a spin-on hydraulic filter built for equipment that demands clean fluid under pressure. It uses Maximum Performance Glass media rated at 5 microns to capture fine contaminants that standard cellulose elements miss. The assembly includes a G447 gasket and features a 1 1/2 in. -16 thread for direct installation on compatible machinery.
Heavy equipment operators and fleet technicians
This filter suits maintenance teams running Caterpillar off-highway trucks or Ditch Witch equipment where the thread and dimensions match the housing. Operations that rely on extended service intervals benefit from the glass media's higher dirt-holding capacity. Buyers working on machines with a different thread pitch, mounting diameter or micron requirement should verify specifications before ordering.
5 micron glass media rating
The defining specification is the 5 micron Maximum Performance Glass rating, which determines the particle size this element stops. Finer filtration protects close-tolerance pumps and valves better than coarser alternatives but may load faster in heavily contaminated systems. Confirm the target cleanliness code for your hydraulic circuit to ensure this rating matches the system design.
Highlights
- 5-micron glass media traps fine particles
- spin-on design allows quick filter changes
- supplied G447 gasket ensures reliable sealing
- fits Caterpillar and Ditch Witch equipment
- 1 1/2 in.-16 thread matches OEM specification
Specifications
| Brand | BALDWIN FILTERS |
|---|---|
| Type | Automotive Filters |
Questions about this item
How much heat or noise does the BT9371-MPG spin-on filter generate during continuous hydraulic operation?
A spin-on hydraulic filter has no moving parts and produces no measurable heat or noise; it simply traps particles as fluid passes through its 5-micron glass media.
What thread size must the existing filter head provide for the BT9371-MPG to seal correctly?
The filter requires a 1 1/2 in.-16 thread on the mounting head; the included G447 gasket then forms the seal when the canister is spun on.
Will the BT9371-MPG fit the same Caterpillar and Ditch Witch applications that previously used a coarser filter element?
Yes, the 5-micron glass media drops into the same 1 1/2 in.-16 thread and 6 31/32 in height envelope, so it replaces coarser elements on listed Caterpillar and Ditch Witch machines without hardware changes.
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