Baldwin Filters
Baldwin Filters OB40080 HVAC Control, 3" Length
Oil filter base with a three-inch length for secure HVAC system installation
- ColorTransparent
- 3" length fits standard oil filter bases
- Transparent housing allows visual inspection of filter condition
- New Baldwin Filters unit ensures reliable OE-quality sealing
- California Prop 65 notice flags cancer-risk chemical
- California Prop 65 notice flags reproductive-harm chemical
Baldwin Filters OB40080 HVAC Control
This Baldwin Filters OB40080 is an oil filter base designed for automotive HVAC systems. It measures three inches in length and features a transparent colour. The component is supplied new and serves as a direct replacement part for compatible vehicle applications.
Suitable for mechanics and DIY repair
This part suits technicians replacing a worn oil filter base on supported vehicles. Buyers needing a different thread size, port configuration or overall length should verify specifications before ordering. The product carries a California Proposition 65 warning for chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Capacity and fitment limits
The three-inch length determines the installation envelope and filter compatibility. It handles standard oil flow rates for the intended vehicle platforms. Systems requiring a longer or shorter base, or a different mounting pattern, will not accept this unit without modification.
Highlights
- 3" length fits standard oil filter bases
- Transparent housing allows visual inspection of filter condition
- New Baldwin Filters unit ensures reliable OE-quality sealing
- California Prop 65 notice flags cancer-risk chemical
- California Prop 65 notice flags reproductive-harm chemical
Specifications
| Brand | BALDWIN FILTERS |
|---|---|
| Color | Transparent |
Questions about this item
What thread size must my engine block have to accept the 3" length Baldwin Filters OB40080 oil filter base?
The base installs on a 3" length mounting surface; verify your engine block uses the matching thread pitch before fitting.
Will the transparent housing of the OB40080 base let me see the filter element when paired with an older spin-on cartridge?
Yes, the transparent body allows visual inspection of the installed cartridge without removal.
How can I confirm the OB40080 base is sealing correctly after installation?
Pressurise the system and check the transparent housing and gasket area for any oil weep or pressure drop.
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