4759205 Engine Oil Filter Primary for Perkins 4006-23TAG3A: Worldwide Buyer's Guide
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The 4759205 ENGINE OIL FILTER PRIMARY (4759205) is the primary full-flow lube-oil filter for the Perkins 4006-23TAG3A diesel engine, filtering the entire oil pump output before it reaches the main bearings, connecting rods and turbocharger. It is a service-replacement item, not a performance upgrade, and must match the OEM part number exactly.
What is the 4759205 engine oil filter primary?
A primary engine oil filter is the full-flow element that every drop of oil from the pump passes through on each circuit of the engine. In a Perkins 4006-23TAG3A — a 23-litre, six-cylinder turbocharged and air-to-air charge-cooled industrial diesel — the primary filter carries the entire lubrication load, so its media, bypass valve setting and burst pressure are engine-specific.
Perkins specifies the 4759205 element for this engine family. Because the 4006-23TAG3A is a continuous-duty prime or standby power unit, the filter is engineered for long oil-drain intervals rather than short automotive cycles. Buyers in Worldwide markets should treat the part number as the controlling specification and confirm it against the engine serial plate before ordering.
How does a primary oil filter work?
Oil is drawn from the sump by the pump, pushed through the 4759205 element, and returned to the main gallery. The filter media traps metallic wear particles, soot and sludge; a spring-loaded bypass valve opens if the element blocks or the oil is cold and viscous, protecting the engine from oil starvation at the cost of temporarily unfiltered oil.
That bypass behaviour is why filter quality matters more than price. A low-cost element with the wrong bypass cracking pressure can either starve the engine on cold start or dump unfiltered oil continuously. Genuine or OEM-equivalent elements are built to the Perkins specification for the 4006-23TAG3A.
Specifications at a glance
The table below summarises the attributes buyers should verify. Values shown are the engine and filter attributes that govern selection; always confirm against the current Perkins parts data for your engine serial.
| Attribute | Specification | Notes for buyers |
|---|---|---|
| OEM part number | 4759205 | Primary engine oil filter, Perkins 4006-23TAG3A |
| Filter type | Full-flow (primary) lube-oil element | Not a bypass/centrifugal filter |
| Engine displacement | 23 L, 6-cylinder | 4006-23TAG3A turbocharged, charge-cooled |
| Typical oil capacity | Refer to Perkins 4006 workshop manual | Confirm sump variant before ordering oil |
| Supply voltage (engine ancillary) | 12 VDC or 24 VDC | Match to your control panel; 50 Hz / 60 Hz genset variants exist |
| Operating temperature | Perkins-specified lube-oil range | Confirm against site ambient |
| Packaging | Individual carton, OEM-labelled | Request sealed cartons for export |
Which filter type suits your Perkins 4006-23TAG3A?
The 4006-23TAG3A uses a single primary full-flow element. Some Perkins installations also carry a secondary or bypass filter for extended oil life; the 4759205 is the primary, and it should not be substituted with a bypass element. If your engine has a remote filter head, confirm the housing part number as well as the element.
For buyers running mixed fleets, it helps to standardise on a small number of filter families. The same discipline applies to compressed-air filtration on the same site — for example, a WILKERSON M30-08-FM0 Coalescing Filter removes oil aerosols at 0.01 micron with 1 in NPT connections and 203 cfm flow, protecting pneumatic controls downstream of the engine-driven compressor.
Selection criteria for Worldwide buyers
- Match the OEM part number. 4759205 is the controlling identifier. Cross-reference tables are a starting point, not a substitute.
- Confirm engine serial and build. Perkins 4006-23TAG3A variants differ by emissions tier and market; the serial plate resolves ambiguity.
- Check the filter head. Remote or engine-mounted housings take different elements. Photograph the housing before ordering.
- Verify media and bypass rating. Cheap elements often have incorrect bypass cracking pressure, which risks bearing damage on cold start.
- Plan the oil-drain interval. Filter life is tied to oil condition; high-sulphur fuel or dusty sites shorten it.
- Buy export-ready packaging. Sealed OEM cartons with batch traceability reduce counterfeit risk in transit.
- Confirm lead time and Incoterms. Air freight suits urgent shutdowns; sea freight suits planned stock. 3G Electric quotes both.
Related filtration products in stock
3G Electric stocks 169 products across filtration and related categories. The ladder below moves from light-duty point-of-use filtration up to high-flow industrial elements — useful when specifying the air and fluid filtration around a Perkins-powered package.
| Product | Filtration | Connection | Flow capacity | Max pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPEEDAIRE 1/2 in NPT Coalescing Filter | 1 micron | 1/2 in NPT | 61 cfm | 290 psi |
| WILKERSON M21-03-F00 Coalescing Filter | 0.01 micron | 3/8 in NPT | 95.4 cfm | 150 psi |
| WILKERSON M26-03-FM0 Coalescing Filter | 0.01 micron | 3/8 in NPT | 65.5 cfm | 200 psi |
| SPEEDAIRE 1 in NPT Pneumatic Oil Filter | 0.01 micron | 1 in NPT | 147 cfm | 290 psi |
| PARKER 2 1/2 in NPT Coalescing Filter | 0.01 micron | 2 1/2 in NPT | 699 cfm | 232 psi |
Step up the ladder when flow demand rises or when downstream equipment is sensitive to oil carryover — instrumentation and painting lines typically justify 0.01 micron coalescing elements, while general pneumatic tooling can tolerate a 1 micron element. For odour and oil-vapour removal after coalescing, add an activated carbon stage such as the SPEEDAIRE Activated Carbon Filter (1 in NPT, 117 cfm, 235 psi) or the PARKER Activated Carbon Filter (1 1/2 in NPT, 339 cfm, 290 psi).
Why source the 4759205 from 3G Electric?
3G Electric supplies industrial equipment, parts and consumables across 14 departments — machining, electrical, power transmission, material handling, plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, instrumentation, test and measurement, welding, lighting, and combustion and burner systems. Filtration sits across several of those, and our technical team interprets the demand rather than simply quoting a part number.
With 35+ years of experience and 169 products in stock, we support Worldwide buyers with export documentation, Incoterms-neutral supply and cross-market voltage and frequency variants (50 Hz and 60 Hz). We are a distributor and supplier — not an authorised dealer for every brand we carry — and we will tell you plainly when a part is not the right fit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know the 4759205 fits my Perkins 4006-23TAG3A?
Confirm the OEM part number against your engine serial plate and the current Perkins parts data. The 4006-23TAG3A is a specific build; if the serial resolves to 4759205, the element is correct. Photograph the filter head if you are unsure.
Can I use a cross-reference filter instead of the OEM 4759205?
Only if the cross-reference is verified for the 4006-23TAG3A, including bypass valve rating and media specification. Unverified cross-references are a common cause of premature bearing wear. 3G Electric will confirm the cross-reference before quoting.
What is the difference between a primary and a secondary oil filter?
A primary (full-flow) filter handles 100% of pump output and protects the engine continuously. A secondary or bypass filter treats only a fraction of the flow and is used to extend oil life. The 4759205 is the primary element.
How often should the 4759205 be replaced?
Follow the Perkins service schedule for the 4006-23TAG3A, which ties filter change to oil-drain interval. Dusty sites, high-sulphur fuel and extended idle duty shorten the interval. Always change the filter with the oil.
Do you ship the 4759205 to Worldwide destinations?
Yes. 3G Electric supplies Worldwide with export documentation experience and Incoterms-neutral terms. Air freight suits shutdown emergencies; sea freight suits planned stock. Lead time is quoted per order in USD.
Can you supply 50 Hz and 60 Hz ancillary parts for the same engine package?
Yes. Genset packages around the 4006-23TAG3A are built for both 50 Hz and 60 Hz markets, and control-panel ancillaries differ accordingly. Specify your market frequency and control voltage (12 VDC or 24 VDC) when enquiring.
Key takeaways
- The 4759205 is the primary full-flow lube-oil filter for the Perkins 4006-23TAG3A — match the OEM number, not just the dimensions.
- Bypass valve rating and media quality matter as much as physical fit; cheap elements risk bearing damage.
- Confirm engine serial, filter head and oil-drain interval before ordering.
- 3G Electric supports Worldwide buyers with export documentation, 50 Hz / 60 Hz variants and USD quoting.
- Pair engine filtration with correctly sized air filtration — 0.01 micron coalescing plus activated carbon where oil vapour matters.
Contact 3G Electric for a quote on the 4759205 ENGINE OIL FILTER PRIMARY, cross-reference verification, sizing assistance for related filtration, and technical support. Send your engine serial, filter head photo and destination port, and we will respond with availability, lead time and Incoterms options.
