Baldwin Filters BT8512 Automotive Hydraulic Filter

Product Description

The BALDWIN FILTERS BT8512 is an automotive hydraulic filter designed to remove contaminants from hydraulic fluid circuits in mobile and off-highway equipment. Hydraulic filtration protects pumps, valves, and actuators from particulate wear. This filter is a spin-on style replacement unit weighing 1.871 pounds, built to handle the flow and pressure demands of typical mobile hydraulic systems. Licensed HVAC technicians, fleet mechanics, and equipment service professionals install this part as a routine maintenance item during hydraulic fluid service intervals.

The BT8512 is suited for use in agricultural, construction, and industrial mobile equipment applications where hydraulic system cleanliness is critical to component longevity. It is a direct cross-reference replacement for several OEM and aftermarket filter part numbers, making it a practical stocking choice for shops servicing multiple equipment brands. Typical installations include hydraulic return or charge circuits on tractors, loaders, and similar mobile machinery.

Key Features

• Spin-on hydraulic filter design for straightforward service replacement
• Weighs 1.871 pounds - compact form factor for mobile equipment fitment
• Cross-references multiple OEM and aftermarket part numbers for broad service coverage
• Classified under UNSPSC Code 40161505 for hydraulic filtration products
• Suitable for agricultural, construction, and industrial mobile equipment hydraulic circuits

Compatibility

The BT8512 is a direct cross-reference for the following part numbers: Case 402219303, Donaldson P763956, Fleetguard HF7968, Hastings BT8512, John Deere PMHF7968, Purolator PC250, and Wix 57339.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified equipment mechanic or hydraulic system technician. Before replacing the filter, relieve hydraulic system pressure and allow the fluid to cool to avoid burns or pressure-related injury. Use appropriate filter removal tools and verify the gasket from the old filter is fully removed before threading on the replacement. Torque the filter per the equipment manufacturer service manual specifications.