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Cylindrical radial air filter with pleated media and metal end caps

Baldwin Filters

Baldwin Filters RS3542 Radial Air Filter 12 31/32 in H 5 13/32 in W

SKU CH-TEAT-1YJH8

Radial automotive air filter measuring 12 31/32 in height and 5 13/32 in width

  • Radial design ensures efficient engine airflow
  • Outer air filter protects internal engine components
  • Exact 12 31/32 in height fits specified housings
  • 5 13/32 in width matches OEM requirements
  • New Baldwin Filters unit ready for installation

Baldwin RS3542 Radial Air Filter

The Baldwin RS3542 is a radial automotive engine outer air filter built to fit equipment that requires this specific housing design. It serves owners and technicians maintaining compatible engines where a radial element is specified.

Replaces worn radial outer elements

This filter replaces a used or contaminated radial outer air element when restriction rises and airflow drops. The jump is worth it when the current element can no longer supply clean air at the volume the engine demands.

Handles rated airflow until loaded

The radial design provides surface area to capture contaminants while maintaining flow through the 12 31/32 in height and 5 13/32 in width dimensions. It runs out when the media reaches its dirt-holding limit and restriction exceeds the engine's tolerance.

Highlights

  • Radial design ensures efficient engine airflow
  • Outer air filter protects internal engine components
  • Exact 12 31/32 in height fits specified housings
  • 5 13/32 in width matches OEM requirements
  • New Baldwin Filters unit ready for installation

Specifications

BrandBALDWIN FILTERS

Questions about this item

What housing diameter does the RS3542 radial air filter require for a proper fit?

The filter has an outside diameter of 5 13/32 in, so the housing must accept that exact width to seal correctly.

Which way does the radial element face during installation, and what step is often missed?

The radial design means airflow moves outward through the pleats; the common error is seating the seal before the element is fully centred in the housing.

How often should the RS3542 outer air filter be replaced under normal driving conditions?

Replace at the vehicle manufacturer's recommended service interval or whenever the filter shows visible dirt buildup on the pleats.

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