MAHLE OC 54 vs Baldwin BT292: Oil Filter Compatibility
Compare MAHLE OC 54 and Baldwin BT292 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 1-12 thread.
Quick verdict
Closest known dimensional difference: gasket ID +0.7 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.
MAHLE OC 54 and Baldwin BT292 specifications
How matching is scored| Specification | MAHLE OC 54 | Baldwin BT292 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 1-12 | 1-12 |
| Gasket OD | 72 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Gasket ID | 62 mm | 62.7 mm |
| Can OD | 93.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Height | 137 mm | 136.5 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass PSID | 36 | 30 |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes |
What matters in this specific comparison
Thread size matches: both are 1-12.
Gasket OD differs by 0.6 mm (MAHLE OC 54: 72 mm, Baldwin BT292: 71.4 mm).
Gasket ID differs by 0.7 mm (MAHLE OC 54: 62 mm, Baldwin BT292: 62.7 mm).
MAHLE OC 54 is 0.5 mm taller (MAHLE OC 54: 137 mm, Baldwin BT292: 136.5 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.
Can OD differs by 0.3 mm (MAHLE OC 54: 93.4 mm, Baldwin BT292: 93.7 mm).
Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: MAHLE OC 54 at 36-36 psi, Baldwin BT292 at 30-30 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.