{"title":"Fuel Filters","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFuel Filter Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuel filters PROTECT engines + fuel injection systems from PARTICLES + WATER + contaminants entering fuel during storage + dispensing. Critical maintenance item for diesel + petrol + bulk fuel storage. Service interval per spec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFuel Filter Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiesel Fuel Filter (Primary)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulk + pre-engine — coarse + water separator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiesel Fuel Filter (Secondary)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine filtration before injection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Separator Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCritical — water in diesel = injector damage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePetrol Fuel Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarburettor + EFI petrol systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpin-On Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop standard replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop-In Element\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReusable housing + replaceable element\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 \/ 30 \/ 70 Micron Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to injection system spec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Service interval per OEM — clogged filter = fuel starvation. Water in diesel = expensive injector damage. Bulk tank filtration (per AS 1940) + at-pump filtration + engine-side filtration = layered protection. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/fuel-equipment\"\u003efuel equipment\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/filtration\"\u003efiltration\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/fleet-and-vehicle-maintenance\"\u003efleet + vehicle maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFuel Filters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuel filters protect engines and fuel injection systems from the particles, water, and contaminants that enter fuel during storage and handling. A blocked or bypassed fuel filter causes hard starting, rough running, power loss, and accelerated injector and pump wear. In industrial applications — generators, compressors, forklifts, and plant equipment — fuel quality maintenance through correct filtration extends engine life and prevents unplanned downtime. AIMS Industrial supplies replacement fuel filters for petrol and diesel engines used across Australian industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypes of Fuel Filters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpin-on fuel filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canister-type filters that thread directly onto the engine fuel system. The most common form for automotive and light industrial diesel engines. Replaced as a complete unit — the housing is integral to the filter element. Must be cross-referenced to the OEM filter part number by thread size, flow rate, and filtration rating to ensure compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInline fuel filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact in-line filters inserted into the fuel line between the tank and the engine. Common on small petrol engines — generators, pumps, chainsaws, and lawn equipment. The filter body barbs into the fuel line; replacement requires cutting the line and fitting the new unit. Most are non-serviceable and replaced complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowl-type water separators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine filtration with water separation in a unit with a transparent bowl at the base. Water accumulating in the bowl is drained periodically; the filter element is replaced on a maintenance schedule. Standard for marine diesel and off-road equipment where water contamination in bulk fuel storage is a significant concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFilter Cross-Referencing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuel filter cross-referencing requires the OEM part number or the make, model, and year of the engine or equipment. Common OEM fuel filter numbers from quality suppliers cover the most frequently serviced engines in Australia. For equipment with multiple power unit options — generators available with different engine brands, for example — always confirm the specific engine model before ordering the filter. An incorrect filter can cause incorrect flow, leaking connections, or no filtration at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Intervals and Symptoms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuel filter replacement intervals vary by application and fuel quality. Symptoms of a partially blocked fuel filter include reduced power under load, rough idling, and difficulty restarting a warm engine. In standby generator applications, fuel filter condition is critical — a filter that allows contaminants through during a mains outage can cause injection system damage at the worst possible moment. For filter identification, cross-referencing, and replacement supply, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"macnaught-gb-fuel-filter-assembly-gb-01","title":"Macnaught GB Fuel Filter Assembly GB-01","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eDiesel filtration for transfer and dispensing lines\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eIn-line assembly · standard fittings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eKeeps diesel clean right to the nozzle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eA Macnaught fuel filter assembly that removes water and particulate from diesel as it is dispensed. 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