MANN-FILTER W 719/30 vs Baldwin B178: Oil Filter Compatibility
Compare MANN-FILTER W 719/30 and Baldwin B178 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 +7.8 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.
MANN-FILTER W 719/30 and Baldwin B178 specifications
How matching is scored| Specification | MANN-FILTER W 719/30 | Baldwin B178 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 3/4-16 | 3/4-16 |
| Gasket OD | 71.5 mm | 69.9 mm |
| Gasket ID | 62.5 mm | 60.9 mm |
| Can OD | 76.71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Height | 122.43 mm | 130.2 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass PSID | 30 | 30 |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes |
What matters in this specific comparison
Thread size matches: both are 3/4-16.
Gasket OD differs by 1.6 mm (MANN-FILTER W 719/30: 71.5 mm, Baldwin B178: 69.9 mm).
Gasket ID differs by 1.6 mm (MANN-FILTER W 719/30: 62.5 mm, Baldwin B178: 60.9 mm).
Baldwin B178 is 7.8 mm taller (MANN-FILTER W 719/30: 122.43 mm, Baldwin B178: 130.2 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.
Can OD differs by 0.5 mm (MANN-FILTER W 719/30: 76.71 mm, Baldwin B178: 76.2 mm).
Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: MANN-FILTER W 719/30 at 30-30 psi, Baldwin B178 at 30-30 psi.
Open related filters
Before substituting, verify thread fit, gasket sealing dimensions, height clearance, bypass behavior, and anti-drainback requirements for your specific application.