Baldwin B1444 vs NAPA Gold 1395: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare Baldwin B1444 and NAPA Gold 1395 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 3/4-16 thread.

Quick verdict

RISKY

Both use a 3/4-16 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.

Baldwin B1444 and NAPA Gold 1395 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
Baldwin B1444
NAPA Gold 1395
Thread size3/4-163/4-16
Gasket OD71.4 mm72 mm
Gasket ID62.7 mm63 mm
Can OD76.2 mm68.2 mm
Height72.2 mm75.62 mm
Internal bypass valveYesYes
Bypass PSID813 - 19
Anti-drainback valveNoYes

What matters in this specific comparison

Thread size matches: both are 3/4-16.

Gasket OD differs by 0.6 mm (Baldwin B1444: 71.4 mm, NAPA Gold 1395: 72 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 0.3 mm (Baldwin B1444: 62.7 mm, NAPA Gold 1395: 63 mm).

NAPA Gold 1395 is 3.4 mm taller (Baldwin B1444: 72.2 mm, NAPA Gold 1395: 75.62 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 8 mm (Baldwin B1444: 76.2 mm, NAPA Gold 1395: 68.2 mm).

Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: Baldwin B1444 at 8-8 psi, NAPA Gold 1395 at 13-19 psi -- these ranges do not overlap.

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