ACDelco PF26 vs Champ PH820: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare ACDelco PF26 and Champ PH820 oil filters by compatibility, dimensions, thread size, gasket fit, bypass valve, anti-drainback valve status, and match confidence. Use this comparison as a fitment review, not as an automatic substitution guarantee. Both use a M22x1.5 thread.

Quick verdict

RISKY

Both use a M22x1.5 thread.

  • Thread size is the first hard-fit check for any comparison of spin-on filters.
  • Gasket OD and gasket ID are the most important seal-related dimensions.
  • Height differences can matter for clearance even when thread and gasket fit appear close.
  • Bypass and anti-drainback differences may be important, depending on the application.

ACDelco PF26 and Champ PH820 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
ACDelco PF26
Champ PH820
Thread sizeM22x1.5M22x1.5
Gasket OD70.8 mm70.4 mm
Gasket ID61.5 mm62.2 mm
Can OD94.1 mm93.73 mm
Height158.75 mm97.79 mm
Internal bypass valveUnknownYes
Bypass PSIDUnknown8
Anti-drainback valveYesYes

What matters in this specific comparison

Thread size matches: both are M22x1.5.

Gasket OD differs by 0.4 mm (ACDelco PF26: 70.8 mm, Champ PH820: 70.4 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 0.7 mm (ACDelco PF26: 61.5 mm, Champ PH820: 62.2 mm).

ACDelco PF26 is 61 mm taller (ACDelco PF26: 158.75 mm, Champ PH820: 97.79 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 0.4 mm (ACDelco PF26: 94.1 mm, Champ PH820: 93.73 mm).

Open related filters

Before substituting, verify thread fit, gasket sealing dimensions, height clearance, bypass behavior, and anti-drainback requirements for your specific application.