Baldwin B236 vs WIX WL10063: Oil Filter Compatibility
Compare Baldwin B236 and WIX WL10063 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
Closest known dimensional difference: height +4.7 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 B236 and WIX WL10063 specifications
How matching is scored| Specification | Baldwin B236 | WIX WL10063 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 3/4-16 | 3/4-16 |
| Gasket OD | 71.4 mm | 72.54 mm |
| Gasket ID | 62.7 mm | 63.02 mm |
| Can OD | 93.7 mm | 95.99 mm |
| Height | 206.4 mm | 211.1 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass PSID | 30 | 36 |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes |
What matters in this specific comparison
Thread size matches: both are 3/4-16.
Gasket OD differs by 1.1 mm (Baldwin B236: 71.4 mm, WIX WL10063: 72.54 mm).
Gasket ID differs by 0.3 mm (Baldwin B236: 62.7 mm, WIX WL10063: 63.02 mm).
WIX WL10063 is 4.7 mm taller (Baldwin B236: 206.4 mm, WIX WL10063: 211.1 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.
Can OD differs by 2.3 mm (Baldwin B236: 93.7 mm, WIX WL10063: 95.99 mm).
Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: Baldwin B236 at 30-30 psi, WIX WL10063 at 36-36 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.