No question about it, high performance steering systems demand high performance filtration.
It is important when selecting a filter that the rated flow rate is sufficiently higher than the system flow rate in order to avoid excessive pressure drop. Our compact flow remote oil filter is recommended for steering systems that operate up to 6 GPM (filter rated to handle 7-9 GPM max). This includes most factory steering pumps as well as aftermarket pumps such as Saginaw TC, CB, and P pumps.
This filter housing is designed with two inlets, one for return flow from the main hydraulic system and one for an additional return if needed, for instance from a rear steer control valve with "power beyond" configuration. A plug is included for the spare inlet port.
Filter assembly features:
- Grade 6061 aluminum construction
- Rated flow: 6 GPM
- Adjustable mounting bracket providing multiple options for filter head orientation
- 1/8" NPT port for temperature or return pressure sensor, plug included
- Safety wire holes for securing oil filter in critical applications
- 50% filtration efficiency (Beta2): 7 microns
- 99.9% filtration efficiency (Beta1000): 23 microns*
- Inlet ports: two -10 ORB (o-ring boss), includes plug for spare inlet port
- Outlet port: -10 ORB (o-ring boss)
- Replaceable spin-on filter
*Beware of manufacturers claiming a "nominal micron rating" when in fact, there is no industry accepted definition for "nominal". Filter effectiveness can be described by efficiency at capturing particles of a certain size, or Beta Ratio, which is determined in accordance with ISO 16889 international standard.