/live/media/WF/WF_51801_Fro.jpg)
Wix 51801 Engine Oil Filter
| Brand | Wix 51801 |
|---|---|
| Anti-Drain Back Valve | No |
| Burst Pressure | 300 |
| Bypass Relief Valve Setting | None |
| Class | Hc |
| Duty Type | Hd |
| Flow Rate | 28-30 gpm |
| Height | 9.935 |
| Inner Diameter Top | Closed |
| Media Material | Cellulose |
| Micron | 25.00 |
| Outer Diameter Top | 5.342 |
| Style | Spin-on lube filter |
| Thread Size | 1 1/2-16 |
| TubeLayout | Std |
| Fits | — |
High-capacity media. Cellulose filtration helps protect engines under demanding operating conditions.
Heavy-duty design. Built for trucks and equipment with a spin-on lube filter style.
Leak-resistant construction. Corrosion-resistant can, center tube, and end caps with superior sealing components.
Cross-references ACDelco PF981, American Parts 92801 and Baldwin B97 for the same application. See all 32.
WIX 51801 HD Oil Filter Overview
The WIX 51801 is a heavy-duty spin-on engine oil filter built for medium and heavy trucks, farm equipment, construction machinery, mining equipment, and other demanding applications. It uses high-capacity cellulose media and a corrosion-resistant housing to support clean oil flow and dependable engine protection under tough operating conditions.
Compatible With commercial diesel and industrial equipment applications that call for a 1 1/2-16 thread oil filter, including select Caterpillar and International Harvester (IHC) equipment references. This part cross-references Caterpillar 3I1293 and Donaldson P550788 for the same application.
Key Features
- Part number 51801
- Spin-on lube filter design
- Cellulose media with 25 micron filtration
- High flow rate: 28-30 GPM
- Heavy-duty construction with corrosion-resistant can, center tube, and end caps
- Burst pressure rating of 300
- Closed top inner diameter and standard tube layout
- Thread size: 1 1/2-16
- Height: 9.935 in; outer diameter: 5.342 in
Detailed Description
WIX 51801 is engineered for engines that need consistent oil filtration in severe-duty service. The high-capacity media helps capture contaminants while maintaining oil flow, and the sealed metal construction supports leak-resistant performance across changing load and temperature conditions. For buyers searching for a WIX 51801 oil filter, a heavy-duty spin-on lube filter, or a replacement filter for industrial and off-road equipment, this part delivers the specifications commonly required in commercial maintenance programs. It is also a practical match for service intervals aligned with OEM oil and filter change schedules.
What It Helps Address
- Excess engine wear caused by dirty or contaminated oil
- Restricted oil flow in high-demand operating conditions
- Leak concerns from worn or low-strength filter housings
- Premature filter breakdown in heavy-duty service
- Maintenance needs for trucks, farm, construction, and mining equipment
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify thread size, gasket sealing surface, height, and diameter before installation. Confirm the application uses a spin-on lube filter with 1 1/2-16 threads and a closed-top configuration. Replace the filter during scheduled oil service, pre-fill only when the engine manufacturer allows it, and check for proper sealing after startup.
Quality Assurance
WIX designs this HD oil filter with high-strength, corrosion-resistant components and sealing materials intended to support long service life in demanding operating environments. The 51801 is built to meet the needs of OEM-recommended oil and filter change intervals for heavy-duty equipment.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No rows match your filter. | ||||