Baldwin B49 vs Baldwin BT389-10: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare Baldwin B49 and Baldwin BT389-10 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 11/2-16 thread.

Quick verdict

COMPATIBLEMatch score: 87

Closest known dimensional difference: height -12.7 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 B49 and Baldwin BT389-10 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
Baldwin B49
Baldwin BT389-10
Thread size11/2-1611/2-16
Gasket OD110 mm110.3 mm
Gasket ID98 mm98.4 mm
Can OD118.3 mm128.6 mm
Height285.8 mm273.1 mm
Internal bypass valveNoNo
Bypass PSIDNot applicableNot applicable
Anti-drainback valveNoNo

What matters in this specific comparison

Thread size matches: both are 11/2-16.

Gasket OD differs by 0.3 mm (Baldwin B49: 110 mm, Baldwin BT389-10: 110.3 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 0.4 mm (Baldwin B49: 98 mm, Baldwin BT389-10: 98.4 mm).

Baldwin B49 is 12.7 mm taller (Baldwin B49: 285.8 mm, Baldwin BT389-10: 273.1 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 10.3 mm (Baldwin B49: 118.3 mm, Baldwin BT389-10: 128.6 mm).

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

B49 vs BT389-10 Oil Filter Comparison | Filter-Match