Baldwin B160 vs WIX WL7527: Oil Filter Compatibility
Compare Baldwin B160 and WIX WL7527 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
Closest known dimensional difference: height -3.9 mm. Verify application-specific requirements before substituting.
- 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 B160 and WIX WL7527 specifications
How matching is scored| Specification | Baldwin B160 | WIX WL7527 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread size | M22x1.5 | M22x1.5 |
| Gasket OD | 69.9 mm | 70.87 mm |
| Gasket ID | 60.9 mm | 61.98 mm |
| Can OD | 76.2 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Height | 88.9 mm | 84.99 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass PSID | 20 | 14 |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes |
What matters in this specific comparison
Thread size matches: both are M22x1.5.
Gasket OD differs by 1 mm (Baldwin B160: 69.9 mm, WIX WL7527: 70.87 mm).
Gasket ID differs by 1.1 mm (Baldwin B160: 60.9 mm, WIX WL7527: 61.98 mm).
Baldwin B160 is 3.9 mm taller (Baldwin B160: 88.9 mm, WIX WL7527: 84.99 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.
Can OD differs by 0.5 mm (Baldwin B160: 76.2 mm, WIX WL7527: 76.7 mm).
Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: Baldwin B160 at 20-20 psi, WIX WL7527 at 14-14 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.