Donaldson P550505 vs NAPA Gold 1522: Oil Filter Compatibility

Compare Donaldson P550505 and NAPA Gold 1522 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 13/16-16 thread.

Quick verdict

COMPATIBLEMatch score: 88

Candidate adds internal bypass; usually redundant with engine-mounted bypass · Candidate adds ADBV

  • 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.

Donaldson P550505 and NAPA Gold 1522 specifications

How matching is scored
Specification
Donaldson P550505
NAPA Gold 1522
Thread size13/16-1613/16-16
Gasket OD70 mm69 mm
Gasket ID60 mm62 mm
Can OD75 mm74.19 mm
Height113 mm115 mm
Internal bypass valveNoYes
Bypass PSIDNot applicable13 - 19
Anti-drainback valveNoYes

What matters in this specific comparison

Thread size matches: both are 13/16-16.

Gasket OD differs by 1 mm (Donaldson P550505: 70 mm, NAPA Gold 1522: 69 mm).

Gasket ID differs by 2 mm (Donaldson P550505: 60 mm, NAPA Gold 1522: 62 mm).

NAPA Gold 1522 is 2 mm taller (Donaldson P550505: 113 mm, NAPA Gold 1522: 115 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.

Can OD differs by 0.8 mm (Donaldson P550505: 75 mm, NAPA Gold 1522: 74.19 mm).

Bypass valve presence differs: NAPA Gold 1522 has one, Donaldson P550505 does not.

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

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