Champ PH2870A vs FRAM HPH3600: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare Champ PH2870A and FRAM HPH3600 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.

Champ PH2870A and FRAM HPH3600 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
Champ PH2870A
FRAM HPH3600
Thread size3/4-163/4-16
Gasket OD70.6 mm71.1 mm
Gasket ID62.2 mm62.5 mm
Can OD77.47 mm74.7 mm
Height116.08 mm124.7 mm
Internal bypass valveYesYes
Bypass PSID3012
Anti-drainback valveYesYes

What matters in this specific comparison

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

Gasket OD differs by 0.5 mm (Champ PH2870A: 70.6 mm, FRAM HPH3600: 71.1 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 0.3 mm (Champ PH2870A: 62.2 mm, FRAM HPH3600: 62.5 mm).

FRAM HPH3600 is 8.6 mm taller (Champ PH2870A: 116.08 mm, FRAM HPH3600: 124.7 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 2.8 mm (Champ PH2870A: 77.47 mm, FRAM HPH3600: 74.7 mm).

Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: Champ PH2870A at 30-30 psi, FRAM HPH3600 at 12-12 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.

PH2870A vs HPH3600 Oil Filter Comparison | Filter-Match