Fuel and Oil Filter Elements KM FILTER ELEMENTS CAN BE UTILIZED WITH THESE VESSELS:

111/112, 511/512, VKS-1/2/6/10/16

Kaymax(tm) KM Elements KM6018 KM6036 Micron Rating(2) Micron Rating
Efficiency
Series Series (oil filtration) (fuel filtration)
Kaymax(tm) KM filter elements are used for critical industrial
oil and fuel applications. KM elements are designed and KM6018-02 KM6036-02 4.2 2 99.9%
constructed with specially formulated, multi-layer micro-
fiberglass fibers for exceptional particle retention and KM6018-05 KM6036-05 5.1 3 99.9%
extended element life. The KM elements maintain pleat
integrity under high flow and high viscosity conditions. KM6018-2 KM6036-2 7.1 4 99.9%
The KM elements offer a solution for oil and fuel filtration
KM6018-3 KM6036-3 11.3 8 99.9%
applications where high performance is desired.
KM6018-8 KM6036-8 17.5 15 99.9%
BENEFITS
o Exceptional Particle Removal Efficiency: KM KM6018-15 KM6036-15 29.9 25 99.9%
element efficiency meets or surpasses stated data sheet
micron ratings. Be confident that Kaydon will deliver the Element Nomenclature
level of desired filtration. Element Numbers KM6018-X / KM6036-X
o High Dirt Holding Capacity: Combining specially K = Kaydon
selected and engineered micro-fiberglass medias with M = Maximum Performance
uniform pleating techniques, the KM filter element pro- 60 = 3.5 inch diameter
vides a high level of particle collection. 18 or 36 = inches length (18 = 18 inch length and 36 = 36 inch length)
o Reliable Construction: The KM elements use high X = Design Number (does not indicate micron rating)
quality components and are constructed using proven
manufacuring methods. Longstanding and established SPECIFICATIONS & DETAILS
Kaydon filter element designs keep the KM elements func- KM6018 Series
tioning in demanding applications. 50 gpm with ISO 32 Turbine Oil at 100F (psid)
o ISO 16889 Tested: KM element preformance is “-02” = 9 / “-05” = 7 / “-2” = 3 / “-3” = 3 / “-8” = 2 / “-15” = 2
proven using the latest ISO Multi-Pass Test Method for Pressure Drop KM6036 Series
Evaluating Hydraulic and Lube Oil Filtration Elements. 100 gpm with ISO 32 Turbine Oil at 100F (psid)
o Cost Effective Solution: KM filters provides for ef- “-02” = 9 / “-05” = 7 / “-2” = 3 / “-3” = 3 / “-8” = 2 / “-15” = 2
fective Life-Cycle Costing(1) (LCC). Factors such as element (for other flows and viscosities, contact Kaydon Filtration)
life, oil cleanliness levels, equipment reliabilty, and reduc-
tion of oil related failures contribute to credible savings Terminal Pressure 25 PSID / 1.76 kg/cm2 (maximum)
and productivity. KM6018:
6 inch/152 mm (diameter) x 18 inch/457 mm (length)
Size KM6036:
6 inch/152 mm (diameter) x 36 inch/914 mm (length)
Application Industrial Mineral Base Oil and Diesel Fuel Filtration
Fluid Compatibility Hydrocarbon Fluids
Metals: Electrogalvanized Tinplate
Materials of
Model Construction Elastomers: Buna-N
KM6036-X Filter Media: Micro-Fiberglass
KM6018:
7 lbs (3.2 kgs) - approximate
Weight
KM6036:
14 lbs (6.4 kgs) - approximate
Operating 0 0 0 0
FOOTNOTES Temperature Range -20 F - 250 F (-28 C - 121 C)
(1) Life Cycle Costing (LCC) — This is the true cost associated with the use
Collapse Rating 100 psid (6.9 BAR)
of a filter element. This takes into account cleanliness of oil, filter life,
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(2) Element tested per ISO 16889
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Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice
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