Baldwin B166 vs Champ PH2840: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare Baldwin B166 and Champ PH2840 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 M20x1.5 thread.

Quick verdict

RISKY

Both use a M20x1.5 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.

Baldwin B166 and Champ PH2840 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
Baldwin B166
Champ PH2840
Thread sizeM20x1.5M20x1.5
Gasket OD64 mm62.7 mm
Gasket ID54.1 mm54.6 mm
Can OD96 mm74.68 mm
Height82.6 mm78.99 mm
Internal bypass valveYesYes
Bypass PSID2014
Anti-drainback valveYesYes

What matters in this specific comparison

Thread size matches: both are M20x1.5.

Gasket OD differs by 1.3 mm (Baldwin B166: 64 mm, Champ PH2840: 62.7 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 0.5 mm (Baldwin B166: 54.1 mm, Champ PH2840: 54.6 mm).

Baldwin B166 is 3.6 mm taller (Baldwin B166: 82.6 mm, Champ PH2840: 78.99 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 21.3 mm (Baldwin B166: 96 mm, Champ PH2840: 74.68 mm).

Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: Baldwin B166 at 20-20 psi, Champ PH2840 at 14-14 psi -- these ranges do not overlap.

Open related filters

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

B166 vs PH2840 Oil Filter Comparison | Filter-Match