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Tanair Buying Guide

How to Choose the Right Compressed Air Filter Element

Match the element already fitted, understand where it sits in the filtration train and compare compatible replacement references. This guide turns a potentially confusing maintenance job into a straightforward selection process.

Filter Element Finder

Start with the reference already fitted

Use the old element, housing label or service record as your first point of comparison.

1. IdentifyExisting element or housing reference
2. ConfirmBrand, housing and filtration duty
3. MatchFull replacement reference before ordering
261linked elements
5+reference families
1searchable guide
1

Find the existing reference

Start with the part number printed on the old element, housing label, service record or previous invoice.

2

Confirm the housing

Two elements can look similar but fit different housings. Check the manufacturer and housing model before ordering.

3

Confirm the filter duty

Make sure you are replacing the correct stage — for example a pre-filter, finer downstream filter or oil-removal stage.

4

Match the full reference

Do not rely on dimensions alone. Match the complete reference and application wherever possible.

A practical buying guide

What are you actually replacing?

The filter housing stays in the compressed air line; the filter element is the service part inside it. The element does the filtration work and is replaced periodically as part of normal maintenance.

The quickest route to the correct element

If you can read the existing element reference, use that as your starting point. Our range includes Tanair elements and alternatives for several established filtration reference families.

  • Photograph the existing element label before removal.
  • Note the filter housing make, model and connection size.
  • Check whether the element is upstream or downstream of another filter stage.
  • Compare the full part number rather than matching only part of a code.
  • If the system history is unclear, ask us to help verify the replacement before ordering.

Information worth having to hand

  • Existing element reference
  • Filter housing reference
  • Manufacturer or original brand
  • Pipe connection size
  • Approximate compressor flow / CFM
  • Filtration stage or application
Important: a similar-looking element is not automatically interchangeable. Always confirm compatibility before fitting.
Understanding the filter train

Different stages do different jobs

Compressed air treatment is often arranged in stages. The exact combination depends on the application, but knowing where the element sits in the system helps narrow the replacement.

Pre-filtration

Usually positioned earlier in the treatment train to remove larger contamination and protect downstream equipment and finer filtration stages.

Fine / post-filtration

Used further downstream where a finer level of air cleanliness is required. Always match the intended grade and housing rather than assuming every downstream element is equivalent.

Specialist / oil-removal duties

Some systems use specialist stages for very fine aerosol or vapour control. These should be selected against the actual application and original specification.

Four checks before ordering

Use this sequence to avoid the common mistakes

Reference

Match the complete part number from the old element or service documentation.

Housing

Confirm the element is intended for your exact filter housing or approved equivalent housing range.

Duty

Check whether it is a pre-filter, fine filter, oil-removal or other specialist stage.

System size

Confirm the filter is appropriate for the compressed air flow and connection size used on your system.

Filter element finder

Search 261 filter element references

Type a manufacturer reference, part number, brand name or wording from the old element. Matching products will remain visible below.

261 matching products shown.

No exact match found.
Check the reference for spaces, slashes or punctuation. If you are still unsure, send us the old element and housing references and we can help identify the correct option.
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Tanair filter elements & other references

17 product references. Use the search box above to narrow by part number, manufacturer reference or product wording.

TAN-DFE42-ACTanair TAN-DFE42-AC | 3/4" BSP Activated Carbon Filter Element (42 CFM)TAN120-3Tanair TAN120-3 | 1" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 120 CFM Post FilterTANHE120-2Tanair TANHE120-2 | 1" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 120 CFM Pre FilterTANHE20-3Tanair TANHE20-3 | 1/4" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 20 CFM Post FilterTANHE20-3Tanair TANHE20-3 | 1/4" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 20 CFM Pre FilterTANHE210-2Tanair TANHE210-2 | 11/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 210 CFM Pre FilterTANHE210-3Tanair TANHE210-3 | 11/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 210 CFM Post FilterTANHE25-2Tanair TANHE25-2 | 1/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 25 CFM Pre FilterTANHE25-3Tanair TANHE25-3 | 1/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 25 CFM Post FilterTANHE320-2Tanair TANHE320-2 | 11/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 320 CFM Pre FilterTANHE320-3Tanair TANHE320-3 | 11/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 320 CFM Post FilterTANHE36-2Tanair TANHE36-2 | 1/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 36 CFM Pre FilterTANHE36-3Tanair TANHE36-3 | 1/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 36 CFM Post FilterTANHE50-2Tanair TANHE50-2 | 1/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 50 CFM Pre FilterTANHE50-3Tanair TANHE50-3 | 1/2" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 50 CFM Post FilterTANHE72-2Tanair TANHE72-2 | 3/4" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 72 CFM Pre FilterTANHE72-3Tanair TANHE72-3 | 3/4" BSP High Efficiency Filter Element 72 CFM Post Filter
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Ultrafilter alternatives

108 product references. Use the search box above to narrow by part number, manufacturer reference or product wording.

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AK30/30 | Ultrafilter AK30/30 Alternative Filter ElementAK30/5Tanair AK30/5 | Ultrafilter AK30/5 Alternative Filter ElementAK30/50Tanair AK30/50 | Ultrafilter AK30/50 Alternative Filter ElementFF02/05Tanair FF02/05 | Ultrafilter FF02/05 Alternative Filter ElementFF03/05Tanair FF03/05 | Ultrafilter FF03/05 Alternative Filter ElementFF03/10Tanair FF03/10 | Ultrafilter FF03/10 Alternative Filter ElementFF04/10Tanair FF04/10 | Ultrafilter FF04/10 Alternative Filter ElementFF04/20Tanair FF04/20 | Ultrafilter FF04/20 Alternative Filter ElementFF05/2.5Tanair FF05/2.5 | Ultrafilter FF05/2.5 Alternative Filter ElementFF05/20Tanair FF05/20 | Ultrafilter FF05/20 Alternative Filter ElementFF05/25Tanair FF05/25 | Ultrafilter FF05/25 Alternative Filter ElementFF07/25Tanair FF07/25 | Ultrafilter FF07/25 Alternative Filter ElementFF07/30Tanair FF07/30 | Ultrafilter FF07/30 Alternative Filter ElementFF10/3Tanair FF10/3 | Ultrafilter FF10/3 Alternative Filter ElementFF10/30Tanair FF10/30 | Ultrafilter FF10/30 Alternative Filter ElementFF12/3 2STanair FF12/3 2S | Ultrafilter FF12/3 2S Alternative Filter ElementFF15/30Tanair FF15/30 | Ultrafilter FF15/30 Alternative Filter ElementFF20/3Tanair FF20/3 | Ultrafilter FF20/3 Alternative Filter ElementFF20/30Tanair FF20/30 | Ultrafilter FF20/30 Alternative Filter ElementFF24/3Tanair FF24/3 | Ultrafilter FF24/3 Alternative Filter ElementFF30/3Tanair FF30/3 | Ultrafilter FF30/3 Alternative Filter ElementFF30/30Tanair FF30/30 | Ultrafilter FF30/30 Alternative Filter ElementFF30/5Tanair FF30/5 | Ultrafilter FF30/5 Alternative Filter ElementFF30/50Tanair FF30/50 | Ultrafilter FF30/50 Alternative Filter ElementFF4/1.5Tanair FF4/1.5 | Ultrafilter FF4/1.5 Alternative Filter ElementFF4/2.5Tanair FF4/2.5 | Ultrafilter FF4/2.5 Alternative Filter ElementHC41Tanair HC41 | Ultrafilter HC41 Alternative Filter ElementMF02/05Tanair MF02/05 | Ultrafilter MF02/05 Alternative Filter ElementMF03/05Tanair MF03/05 | Ultrafilter MF03/05 Alternative Filter ElementMF03/10Tanair MF03/10 | Ultrafilter MF03/10 Alternative Filter ElementMF04/10Tanair MF04/10 | Ultrafilter MF04/10 Alternative Filter ElementMF04/20Tanair MF04/20 | Ultrafilter MF04/20 Alternative Filter ElementMF05/2.5Tanair MF05/2.5 | Ultrafilter MF05/2.5 Alternative Filter ElementMF05/20Tanair MF05/20 | Ultrafilter MF05/20 Alternative Filter ElementMF05/25Tanair MF05/25 | Ultrafilter MF05/25 Alternative Filter ElementMF05/3Tanair MF05/3 | Ultrafilter MF05/3 Alternative Filter ElementMF07/25Tanair MF07/25 | Ultrafilter MF07/25 Alternative Filter ElementMF07/30Tanair MF07/30 | Ultrafilter MF07/30 Alternative Filter ElementMF10/3Tanair MF10/3 | Ultrafilter MF10/3 Alternative Filter ElementMF10/30Tanair MF10/30 | Ultrafilter MF10/30 Alternative Filter ElementMF12/3 1"STanair MF12/3 1"S | Ultrafilter MF12/3 1"S Alternative Filter ElementMF12/3 2"STanair MF12/3 2"S | Ultrafilter MF12/3 2"S Alternative Filter ElementMF15/3Tanair MF15/3 | Ultrafilter MF15/3 Alternative Filter ElementMF15/30Tanair MF15/30 | Ultrafilter MF15/30 Alternative Filter ElementMF20/3Tanair MF20/3 | Ultrafilter MF20/3 Alternative Filter ElementMF20/30Tanair MF20/30 | Ultrafilter MF20/30 Alternative Filter ElementMF24/3Tanair MF24/3 | Ultrafilter MF24/3 Alternative Filter ElementMF3/1Tanair MF3/1 | Ultrafilter MF3/1 Alternative Filter ElementMF30/3Tanair MF30/3 | Ultrafilter MF30/3 Alternative Filter ElementMF30/5Tanair MF30/5 | Ultrafilter MF30/5 Alternative Filter ElementMF30/50Tanair MF30/50 | Ultrafilter MF30/50 Alternative Filter ElementMF3030Tanair MF3030 | Ultrafilter MF3030 Alternative Filter ElementMF4/1.5Tanair MF4/1.5 | Ultrafilter MF4/1.5 Alternative Filter ElementMF4/2.5Tanair MF4/2.5 | Ultrafilter MF4/2.5 Alternative Filter ElementPE 30/50Tanair PE 30/50 | Ultrafilter PE 30/50 Alternative Filter ElementPE02/05Tanair PE02/05 | Ultrafilter PE02/05 Alternative Filter ElementPE03/05Tanair PE03/05 | Ultrafilter PE03/05 Alternative Filter ElementPE03/10Tanair PE03/10 | Ultrafilter PE03/10 Alternative Filter ElementPE04/10Tanair PE04/10 | Ultrafilter PE04/10 Alternative Filter ElementPE04/20Tanair PE04/20 | Ultrafilter PE04/20 Alternative Filter ElementPE05/20Tanair PE05/20 | Ultrafilter PE05/20 Alternative Filter ElementPE05/25Tanair PE05/25 | Ultrafilter PE05/25 Alternative Filter ElementPE07/25Tanair PE07/25 | Ultrafilter PE07/25 Alternative Filter ElementPE07/30Tanair PE07/30 | Ultrafilter PE07/30 Alternative Filter ElementPE10/30Tanair PE10/30 | Ultrafilter PE10/30 Alternative Filter ElementPE12/3 1" STanair PE12/3 1" S | Ultrafilter PE12/3 1" S Alternative Filter ElementPE15/30Tanair PE15/30 | Ultrafilter PE15/30 Alternative Filter ElementPE20/30Tanair PE20/30 | Ultrafilter PE20/30 Alternative Filter ElementPE30/30Tanair PE30/30 | Ultrafilter PE30/30 Alternative Filter ElementSMF02/05Tanair SMF02/05 | Ultrafilter SMF02/05 Alternative Filter ElementSMF03/05Tanair SMF03/05 | Ultrafilter SMF03/05 Alternative Filter ElementSMF03/05HTanair SMF03/05H | Ultrafilter SMF03/05H Alternative Filter ElementSMF03/10Tanair SMF03/10 | Ultrafilter SMF03/10 Alternative Filter ElementSMF04/10Tanair SMF04/10 | Ultrafilter SMF04/10 Alternative Filter ElementSMF04/20Tanair SMF04/20 | Ultrafilter SMF04/20 Alternative Filter ElementSMF05/20Tanair SMF05/20 | Ultrafilter SMF05/20 Alternative Filter ElementSMF07/25Tanair SMF07/25 | Ultrafilter SMF07/25 Alternative Filter ElementSMF0730Tanair SMF0730 | Ultrafilter SMF0730 Alternative Filter ElementSMF10/3Tanair SMF10/3 | Ultrafilter SMF10/3 Alternative Filter ElementSMF10/30Tanair SMF10/30 | Ultrafilter SMF10/30 Alternative Filter ElementSMF15/3Tanair SMF15/3 | Ultrafilter SMF15/3 Alternative Filter ElementSMF15/30Tanair SMF15/30 | Ultrafilter SMF15/30 Alternative Filter ElementSMF20/3Tanair SMF20/3 | Ultrafilter SMF20/3 Alternative Filter ElementSMF20/30Tanair SMF20/30 | Ultrafilter SMF20/30 Alternative Filter ElementSMF24/3Tanair SMF24/3 | Ultrafilter SMF24/3 Alternative Filter ElementSMF3/1.5Tanair SMF3/1.5 | Ultrafilter SMF3/1.5 Alternative Filter ElementSMF30/3Tanair SMF30/3 | Ultrafilter SMF30/3 Alternative Filter ElementSMF30/30Tanair SMF30/30 | Ultrafilter SMF30/30 Alternative Filter ElementSMF30/50Tanair SMF30/50 | Ultrafilter SMF30/50 Alternative Filter ElementSRF03/10Tanair SRF03/10 | Ultrafilter SRF03/10 Alternative Filter ElementSRF04/10Tanair SRF04/10 | Ultrafilter SRF04/10 Alternative Filter ElementSRF10/30Tanair SRF10/30 | Ultrafilter SRF10/30 Alternative Filter ElementSRF15/30Tanair SRF15/30 | Ultrafilter SRF15/30 Alternative Filter ElementSS 3030Tanair SS 3030 | Ultrafilter SS 3030 Alternative Filter Element
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Domnick Hunter alternatives

59 product references. Use the search box above to narrow by part number, manufacturer reference or product wording.

D145ACSTanair D145ACS | Domnick Hunter D145ACS Alternative Filter ElementD145AOTanair D145AO | Domnick Hunter D145AO Alternative Filter ElementD145PFTanair D145PF | Domnick Hunter D145PF Alternative Filter ElementK006AATanair K006AA | Domnick Hunter K006AA Alternative Filter ElementK006ACTanair K006AC | Domnick Hunter K006AC Alternative Filter ElementK006ACSTanair K006ACS | Domnick Hunter K006ACS Alternative Filter ElementK006AOTanair K006AO | Domnick Hunter K006AO Alternative Filter ElementK006PFTanair K006PF | Domnick Hunter K006PF Alternative Filter ElementK009AATanair K009AA | Domnick Hunter K009AA Alternative Filter ElementK009ACSTanair K009ACS | Domnick Hunter K009ACS Alternative Filter ElementK009AOTanair K009AO | Domnick Hunter K009AO Alternative Filter ElementK009PFTanair K009PF | Domnick Hunter K009PF Alternative Filter ElementK013AATanair K013AA | Domnick Hunter K013AA Alternative Filter ElementK013ACTanair K013AC | Domnick Hunter K013AC Alternative Filter ElementK013ACSTanair K013ACS | Domnick Hunter K013ACS Alternative Filter ElementK013AOTanair K013AO | Domnick Hunter K013AO Alternative Filter ElementK013PFTanair K013PF | Domnick Hunter K013PF Alternative Filter ElementK017AATanair K017AA | Domnick Hunter K017AA Alternative Filter ElementK017ACSTanair K017ACS | Domnick Hunter K017ACS Alternative Filter ElementK017AOTanair K017AO | Domnick Hunter K017AO Alternative Filter ElementK017PFTanair K017PF | Domnick Hunter K017PF Alternative Filter ElementK025AATanair K025AA | Domnick Hunter K025AA Alternative Filter ElementK025ACTanair K025AC | Domnick Hunter K025AC Alternative Filter ElementK025AOTanair K025AO | Domnick Hunter K025AO Alternative Filter ElementK025PFTanair K025PF | Domnick Hunter K025PF Alternative Filter ElementK030AATanair K030AA | Domnick Hunter K030AA Alternative Filter ElementK030ACTanair K030AC | Domnick Hunter K030AC Alternative Filter ElementK030AOTanair K030AO | Domnick Hunter K030AO Alternative Filter ElementK030PFTanair K030PF | Domnick Hunter K030PF Alternative Filter ElementK040AATanair K040AA | Domnick Hunter K040AA Alternative Filter ElementK040ACSTanair K040ACS | Domnick Hunter K040ACS Alternative Filter ElementK040AOTanair K040AO | Domnick Hunter K040AO Alternative Filter ElementK040PFTanair K040PF | Domnick Hunter K040PF Alternative Filter ElementK058AATanair K058AA | Domnick Hunter K058AA Alternative Filter ElementK058ACTanair K058AC | Domnick Hunter K058AC Alternative Filter ElementK058AOTanair K058AO | Domnick Hunter K058AO Alternative Filter ElementK058PFTanair K058PF | Domnick Hunter K058PF Alternative Filter ElementK065ACSTanair K065ACS | Domnick Hunter K065ACS Alternative Filter ElementK145AATanair K145AA | Domnick Hunter K145AA Alternative Filter ElementK145ACTanair K145AC | Domnick Hunter K145AC Alternative Filter ElementK220AATanair K220AA | Domnick Hunter K220AA Alternative Filter ElementK220ACTanair K220AC | Domnick Hunter K220AC Alternative Filter ElementK220AOTanair K220AO | Domnick Hunter K220AO Alternative Filter ElementK220PFTanair K220PF | Domnick Hunter K220PF Alternative Filter ElementK330AATanair K330AA | Domnick Hunter K330AA Alternative Filter ElementK330ACTanair K330AC | Domnick Hunter K330AC Alternative Filter ElementK330AOTanair K330AO | Domnick Hunter K330AO Alternative Filter ElementK330NH3Tanair K330NH3 | Domnick Hunter K330NH3 Alternative Filter ElementK330PFTanair K330PF | Domnick Hunter K330PF Alternative Filter ElementK430AATanair K430AA | Domnick Hunter K430AA Alternative Filter ElementK430ACTanair K430AC | Domnick Hunter K430AC Alternative Filter ElementK430AOTanair K430AO | Domnick Hunter K430AO Alternative Filter ElementK430PFTanair K430PF | Domnick Hunter K430PF Alternative Filter ElementK430TSTanair K430TS | Domnick Hunter K430TS Alternative Filter ElementK620AATanair K620AA | Domnick Hunter K620AA Alternative Filter ElementK620ACTanair K620AC | Domnick Hunter K620AC Alternative Filter ElementK620AOTanair K620AO | Domnick Hunter K620AO Alternative Filter ElementK620AXTanair K620AX | Domnick Hunter K620AX Alternative Filter ElementK620PFTanair K620PF | Domnick Hunter K620PF Alternative Filter Element
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Hankinson alternatives

43 product references. Use the search box above to narrow by part number, manufacturer reference or product wording.

E1-12Tanair E1-12 | Hankinson E1-12 Alternative Filter ElementE1-16Tanair E1-16 | Hankinson E1-16 Alternative Filter ElementE1-20Tanair E1-20 | Hankinson E1-20 Alternative Filter ElementE1-24Tanair E1-24 | Hankinson E1-24 Alternative Filter ElementE1-28Tanair E1-28 | Hankinson E1-28 Alternative Filter ElementE1-32Tanair E1-32 | Hankinson E1-32 Alternative Filter ElementE1-36Tanair E1-36 | Hankinson E1-36 Alternative Filter ElementE1-40Tanair E1-40 | Hankinson E1-40 Alternative Filter ElementE1-44Tanair E1-44 | Hankinson E1-44 Alternative Filter ElementE1-48Tanair E1-48 | Hankinson E1-48 Alternative Filter ElementE3-12Tanair E3-12 | Hankinson E3-12 Alternative Filter ElementE3-16Tanair E3-16 | Hankinson E3-16 Alternative Filter ElementE3-20Tanair E3-20 | Hankinson E3-20 Alternative Filter ElementE3-24Tanair E3-24 | Hankinson E3-24 Alternative Filter ElementE3-28Tanair E3-28 | Hankinson E3-28 Alternative Filter ElementE3-32Tanair E3-32 | Hankinson E3-32 Alternative Filter ElementE3-36Tanair E3-36 | Hankinson E3-36 Alternative Filter ElementE3-40Tanair E3-40 | Hankinson E3-40 Alternative Filter ElementE3-44Tanair E3-44 | Hankinson E3-44 Alternative Filter ElementE3-48Tanair E3-48 | Hankinson E3-48 Alternative Filter ElementE5-12Tanair E5-12 | Hankinson E5-12 Alternative Filter ElementE5-16Tanair E5-16 | Hankinson E5-16 Alternative Filter ElementE5-20Tanair E5-20 | Hankinson E5-20 Alternative Filter ElementE5-24Tanair E5-24 | Hankinson E5-24 Alternative Filter ElementE5-28Tanair E5-28 | Hankinson E5-28 Alternative Filter ElementE5-32Tanair E5-32 | Hankinson E5-32 Alternative Filter ElementE5-36Tanair E5-36 | Hankinson E5-36 Alternative Filter ElementE5-40Tanair E5-40 | Hankinson E5-40 Alternative Filter ElementE5-44Tanair E5-44 | Hankinson E5-44 Alternative Filter ElementE5-48Tanair E5-48 | Hankinson E5-48 Alternative Filter ElementE5-PVTanair E5-PV | Hankinson E5-PV Alternative Filter ElementE7-12Tanair E7-12 | Hankinson E7-12 Alternative Filter ElementE7-16Tanair E7-16 | Hankinson E7-16 Alternative Filter ElementE7-20Tanair E7-20 | Hankinson E7-20 Alternative Filter ElementE7-24Tanair E7-24 | Hankinson E7-24 Alternative Filter ElementE7-28Tanair E7-28 | Hankinson E7-28 Alternative Filter ElementE7-32Tanair E7-32 | Hankinson E7-32 Alternative Filter ElementE7-36Tanair E7-36 | Hankinson E7-36 Alternative Filter ElementE7-40Tanair E7-40 | Hankinson E7-40 Alternative Filter ElementE7-44Tanair E7-44 | Hankinson E7-44 Alternative Filter ElementE7-48Tanair E7-48 | Hankinson E7-48 Alternative Filter ElementE7-PVTanair E7-PV | Hankinson E7-PV Alternative Filter ElementE9-12Tanair E9-12 | Hankinson E9-12 Alternative Filter Element
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CompAir alternatives

34 product references. Use the search box above to narrow by part number, manufacturer reference or product wording.

CD0258BTanair CD0258B | Compair CD0258B Alternative Filter ElementCE0005ATanair CE0005A | Compair CE0005A Alternative Filter ElementCE0005BTanair CE0005B | Compair CE0005B Alternative Filter ElementCE0005CTanair CE0005C | Compair CE0005C Alternative Filter ElementCE0010ATanair CE0010A | Compair CE0010A Alternative Filter ElementCE0010BTanair CE0010B | Compair CE0010B Alternative Filter ElementCE0010CTanair CE0010C | Compair CE0010C Alternative Filter ElementCE0010DTanair CE0010D | Compair CE0010D Alternative Filter ElementCE0018ATanair CE0018A | Compair CE0018A Alternative Filter ElementCE0018BTanair CE0018B | Compair CE0018B Alternative Filter ElementCE0018CTanair CE0018C | Compair CE0018C Alternative Filter ElementCE0036ATanair CE0036A | Compair CE0036A Alternative Filter ElementCE0036BTanair CE0036B | Compair CE0036B Alternative Filter ElementCE0036CTanair CE0036C | Compair CE0036C Alternative Filter ElementCE0036DTanair CE0036D | Compair CE0036D Alternative Filter ElementCE0087ATanair CE0087A | Compair CE0087A Alternative Filter ElementCE0087BTanair CE0087B | Compair CE0087B Alternative Filter ElementCE0087CTanair CE0087C | Compair CE0087C Alternative Filter ElementCE0087DTanair CE0087D | Compair CE0087D Alternative Filter ElementCE0132ATanair CE0132A | Compair CE0132A Alternative Filter ElementCE0132BTanair CE0132B | Compair CE0132B Alternative Filter ElementCE0132CTanair CE0132C | Compair CE0132C Alternative Filter ElementCE0132DTanair CE0132D | Compair CE0132D Alternative Filter ElementCE0198ATanair CE0198A | Compair CE0198A Alternative Filter ElementCE0198BTanair CE0198B | Compair CE0198B Alternative Filter ElementCE0198CTanair CE0198C | Compair CE0198C Alternative Filter ElementCE0258ATanair CE0258A | Compair CE0258A Alternative Filter ElementCE0258BTSTanair CE0258BTS | Compair CE0258BTS Alternative Filter ElementCE0258CTanair CE0258C | Compair CE0258C Alternative Filter ElementCE0258DTanair CE0258D | Compair CE0258D Alternative Filter ElementCE0372ATanair CE0372A | Compair CE0372A Alternative Filter ElementCE0372BTanair CE0372B | Compair CE0372B Alternative Filter ElementCE0372CTanair CE0372C | Compair CE0372C Alternative Filter ElementCE0372DTanair CE0372D | Compair CE0372D Alternative Filter Element

Alternative-reference wording is provided to help identify compatible replacement options. Always confirm the complete reference, housing and duty before purchase.

Frequently asked questions

Compressed air filter element FAQs

Can I choose a replacement element from its dimensions alone?

No. Dimensions can be useful as a secondary check, but the safer approach is to match the complete element reference and confirm the filter housing and filtration duty.

What if I only know the filter housing model?

Use the housing manufacturer and model as your starting point. If you cannot confidently identify the element, contact us with the housing details and, where possible, photographs of the existing element and housing label.

Does every compressed air system use the same filter stages?

No. The treatment arrangement depends on the compressor, dryer, application and required air quality. Some systems use several stages while others use a simpler arrangement.

Why should filter elements be replaced?

Filter elements collect contamination during service. As they load, system performance can deteriorate and pressure loss can increase. Replacement intervals should follow the element and system maintenance requirements.

Can you help identify an alternative element?

Yes. The most useful information is the existing element reference, filter housing reference, manufacturer and any visible labels. That gives us the best chance of matching the correct replacement.

Not sure which filter element you need?

Send us the reference from the existing element or filter housing. We can help you narrow down the correct replacement before you order.

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