Camco Mfg 20183 1 Inch Hose Filter Washer Stainless Steel

Product Description

The CAMCO MFG 20183 is a 1-inch hose filter washer designed to trap dirt, debris, and particulate matter before water enters a downstream system. Built with a stainless steel 60x50 mesh screen, it installs directly into any standard garden hose female coupling and acts as a first-stage mechanical filter. The mesh construction captures fine particles while maintaining adequate flow, protecting valves, solenoids, and appliance inlets from sediment buildup. At 0.7 pounds, it is lightweight and straightforward to install without tools. This part is sold in a package of 12 units, making it suitable for fleet service, multi-unit property maintenance, or stocking service vehicles.

The 20183 is commonly used in RV water inlet connections to protect onboard water systems from sediment introduced at campground spigots or well supplies. It also sees regular use on residential washing machine supply line connections, where particulate contamination can damage inlet valves over time. Any application that uses a standard garden hose female coupling thread is a candidate for this filter washer. Service technicians, RV maintenance pros, and plumbing contractors often carry these as a standard consumable when servicing water inlet connections.

Key Features

• Stainless steel 60x50 mesh screen traps dirt and debris at the point of entry
• Fits any standard garden hose female coupling — no adapters required
• Suitable for RV water inlet and residential washing machine supply connections
• Lightweight at 0.7 pounds with a simple drop-in installation
• Sold in a package of 12 units for stocking and fleet use

Compatibility

Designed to fit any standard garden hose female coupling, making it compatible with typical RV water inlet connections and residential washing machine supply line hookups.

Installation Notes

Shut off the water supply at the source before disconnecting any hose or supply line. The filter washer seats inside the female coupling end of the hose — inspect the seating surface for damage or existing washers before installation to avoid double-stacking seals. Hand-tighten the coupling after placing the washer; use pliers only if necessary to achieve a leak-free seal. Inspect the mesh screen periodically and replace when clogged or deformed to maintain adequate flow and filtration.