LUBER-FINER PH8A vs Fleetguard LF580: Oil Filter Compatibility
Compare LUBER-FINER PH8A and Fleetguard LF580 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 +6 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.
LUBER-FINER PH8A and Fleetguard LF580 specifications
How matching is scored| Specification | LUBER-FINER PH8A | Fleetguard LF580 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 3/4-16UNF | 3/4-16 UNF-2B |
| Gasket OD | 71 mm | 71.98 mm |
| Gasket ID | 62 mm | 62.53 mm |
| Can OD | 92.96 mm | 108 mm |
| Height | 113.03 mm | 107 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass PSID | 8 - 11 | 7.98 |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes |
What matters in this specific comparison
Thread size matches: both are 3/4-16.
Gasket OD differs by 1 mm (LUBER-FINER PH8A: 71 mm, Fleetguard LF580: 71.98 mm).
Gasket ID differs by 0.5 mm (LUBER-FINER PH8A: 62 mm, Fleetguard LF580: 62.53 mm).
LUBER-FINER PH8A is 6 mm taller (LUBER-FINER PH8A: 113.03 mm, Fleetguard LF580: 107 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.
Can OD differs by 15 mm (LUBER-FINER PH8A: 92.96 mm, Fleetguard LF580: 108 mm).
Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: LUBER-FINER PH8A at 8-11 psi, Fleetguard LF580 at 7.98-7.98 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.