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Buyers Return Line Filter — 20 GPM Capacity

Return line filter assembly with 3/4in. NPT ports with bypass for cold start protection. Includes 10 micron filter for optimum system cleanliness. This filter is typically located in the return line to the reservoir. Recommended for use with Suction Strainer 4010 or 4011. Fits systems with 2 to 25 GPM pumps.

Item#:
4020
 
Price:
Only $16.99
 
 
 
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Stock Status:
In Stock
 
Ship Weight:
2.0 lbs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Product Specs
 
Key Specs
Max. Flow (GPM)
20
Outlet Port (in.)
3/4 NPT
Filter Included
Yes
 
Additional Specs
  • Base housing and element measures 7 1/2in. high, diameter measures 3 5/8in.
  • 14 threads per inch
  • Recommend change time is 50 hours on new systems or break in and every 250 hours there after.

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Buyers Return Line Filter — 20 GPM Capacity
Customer Product Reviews
Overall Rating:
4.9 / 5
4.9 / 5
15 of 15(100%)would recommend this product to a friend.
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Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
excellent hydraulic filter,
October 19, 2009
By hyme
from hopkinsville kentucky
"i orderd this filter and base for a hydraulic project....it was perfect for the application and worked out good ...perfect for adding a hydraulic filter on any piece of equipment or machine.i will probly buy more of them in the following months .....A+............"
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Filter works great.,
July 20, 2009
By SplittinFool
from Iowa
"I used this on a log splitter with a 13.6 GPM pump and 8 horse motor. It works great! The filter is very easy to change. My only complaint is that when you change the filter, the hydraulic tank will drain until you put the new filter on. They need to incorporate a check valve into this product to prevent this. I assume all models are like this, but I have not researched this. Make sure you have the new filter ready with plenty of rags when changing."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Great Product,
November 19, 2008
By Bowtie532
from Saltsburg, PA
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"I used this item for my log splitter project. It was very easy to fabricate a bracket for it to be mounted on the splitter with the bolt holes machined in the top of the filter housing. I use it on the return side of the system to ensure that the hydraulic oil is free from harmful particles that could destroy my pump and components. I would strongly reccomend the replacement filter element item # 4021. After breaking in the system, I went to my local supply store and bought a replacement filter. After running the splitter for 30 minutes, the filter split. I then bought another one and it split just like the first. So, I ordered the replacement filter from Northern Tool and it has been running perfect for 2 years now. Don't waste money on a cheap filter from your local supply store. Purchase one from here and save yourself the down time and money."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Return Line Filter,
November 18, 2008
By jmcrash
from Northern Wisconsin
"Great filter and less expensive than filters available at other stores. I added this filter to the loader on a tractor. It was easy to install and I believe it will extend the life of the components in the hydraulic system."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Nice filter setup,
November 17, 2008
By dq63
from Madison Heights, MI
"This filter setup worked perfect for a log splitter project I am working on. I installed it on the return side, making sure that it was higher than the tank so when I change the filter I won't lose all the hydraulic fluid. I followed the arrows on the casting for proper installation and fluid flow. I used this in conjunction with an 11 gpm pump and 5 gallon tank."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
return line filter,
November 17, 2008
By BruceW
from Portland, Oregon
"This return line filter at an inexpensive price and fantastic quality incorporates an internal bypass valve for the cold starts and pressure bypass in case of filter plugging. My usage is on an antique tractor that does not incorporate a filter on the transmission / hydraulic sysytem and the results so far have been very good with filtering out undesired particles from the oil system. The ease of the replacement spin on catridge make this a very nice filter set up for my usage."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Hydraulic return line filter,
November 17, 2008
By bikeral
from Alabama
"This product is simple and effective. Works great on portable hydraulic power pack."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Filter stuck,
August 11, 2008
By AJY16
from Ohio
"As advertised, functions fine.
The original filter was attached very tightly. Be prepared to use a filter wrench to remove original filter.
Otherwise I'm very pleased.
AJY16"
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Best bang for the buck.,
January 14, 2008
By BenjaminH
from Huntsville, AL
"I've looked high and low at hydraulic return filters and this by far is the best bang for the buck. Filter head is very well made and rivals the quality of filter heads costing much more."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Return Line Filter,
January 14, 2008
By Spliter
from Minnesota
"Great product for the price. Seems to do the job on all the systems I have put these filter assemblies on. The 1/8" gauge ports on the filter head are usefull for putting a filter condition gauge into."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
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