Baldwin Filters
Baldwin Filters PT9490-MPG Hydraulic Filter Element 3" L
A hydraulic cartridge filter with maximum-performance glass media, 3-inch length and included O-ring
- TypeAutomotive Filters
- Maximum Performance Glass media captures fine contaminants
- Cartridge design allows quick element-only replacement
- 6 13/16 in height fits standard hydraulic housings
- 3 in length suits compact filter assemblies
- Includes O-ring for reliable seal out of the box
Baldwin Filters PT9490-MPG hydraulic filter element
The Baldwin Filters PT9490-MPG is a cartridge-type hydraulic filter element designed for fluid-power systems. It uses Maximum Performance Glass media to capture contaminants in hydraulic circuits. The element measures three inches in length and includes an O-ring for sealing. It suits maintenance technicians and equipment operators who need a direct replacement filter.
Thermals noise and power draw in normal use
This passive filter element generates no heat, produces no noise and draws no electrical power during operation. It simply allows hydraulic fluid to pass through the glass media while trapping particles. System temperature and sound levels depend entirely on the pump, reservoir and load, not on the filter itself. No external energy source is required for the element to function.
What the bundled accessories
The only included accessory is the O-ring, which provides the seal between the element and the filter housing. A proper seal prevents unfiltered fluid from bypassing the media and keeps system pressure stable. No software, wiring harnesses, mounting brackets or additional hardware are supplied with this element. Installers must reuse or source any other required fittings separately.
Highlights
- Maximum Performance Glass media captures fine contaminants
- Cartridge design allows quick element-only replacement
- 6 13/16 in height fits standard hydraulic housings
- 3 in length suits compact filter assemblies
- Includes O-ring for reliable seal out of the box
Specifications
| Brand | BALDWIN FILTERS |
|---|---|
| Type | Automotive Filters |
Questions about this item
How is the Baldwin PT9490-MPG cartridge installed and which step is often missed?
Remove the old cartridge, lubricate the included O-ring with clean hydraulic fluid, insert the new element until it seats fully, then tighten the housing to the specified torque; the step most often missed is lubricating the O-ring before installation.
What maintenance or replacement will the PT9490-MPG need later?
Replace the cartridge at the interval recommended by the equipment manufacturer or when the differential-pressure indicator shows restriction; the O-ring is replaced automatically with each new cartridge.
What limit appears first on the PT9490-MPG during sustained high-flow operation?
The pressure drop across the Maximum Performance Glass media rises as contaminant loads, triggering the system bypass or indicator before the element reaches its structural limit.
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