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PRECLEANER BUYING GUIDE

We have a large range of Pre-Cleaners to suit most machines and all environments. If you can’t find the precleaner you need, or just have some questions, contact us!

THE ORIGINAL PRECLEANER - 75% Separation

The Donaldson Full-View pre-cleaner is traditional, cost effective, and easy to use.

Features
  • Full-View pre-cleaner helps extend filter life
  • Centrifugal force in bowl separates up to 75% of incoming dust before it enters the engine air intake system
  • Low maintenance
  • Durable, lightweight, noncorrosive construction
  • Full-view plastic bowl lets operator easily see when service is needed
  • One-bolt cover retention for easy service. When dirt reaches the level of the arrow, remove top nut and plastic body, then empty – no tools required
  • Mounting clamp included

PROS

CONS

INLET: 4.00" (102mm)

Max CFM: 340

INLET: 4.00" (103mm)

Max CFM: 660

INLET: 4.50" (114mm)

Max CFM: 340

INLET: 4.50" (114mm)

Max CFM: 700

INLET: 5.00" (127mm)

Max CFM: 740

INLET: 6.00" (152mm)

Max CFM: 1300

INLET: 7.00" (178mm)

Max CFM: 1500

SELF CLEANING PRECLEANER - 85% Separation

Donaldson TopSpin™ will extend primary air filter life, boost system efficiency, and extend engine life.

Features
  • Separates up to 85% of incoming contaminant per ISO 5011/SAE J726
  • Greatly extends air filter life
  • Reduces air filter usage
  • Lowers cost per operating hour
  • Automatically ejects mixed debris
  • Separates more than 99% of 20 micron and above particles Self-cleaning/self-scavenging
  • No maintenance to clean bowl
  • No exhaust ejector required Easy installation
  • Quick installation
  • One clamp to tighten
  • No wires or power requirements Dual mounted bearings
  • More robust design
  • Extends bearing life
  • Lighter Weight Lighter than competitive pre-cleaners
  • Lighter than Donaldson full-view pre-cleaner

PROS

CONS

INLET: 4.50" (116mm)

Max CFM: 340

INLET: 4.50" (116mm)

Max CFM: 700

INLET: 5.00" (128mm)

Max CFM: 740

INLET: 6.00" (153mm)

Max CFM: 1300

INLET: 7.00" (179mm)

Max CFM: 1500

HIGH PERFORMANCE PRECLEANER - 90% Separation

Regardless of your industry or application, CENTRI is the pure solution to your air filtration problems. A pre-cleaner means more fuel efficiency, engine life and cost savings. Less filter changes, downtime and safety issues. So CENTRI is a no-brainer, more or less.

Features
  • Separates up to 90% of incoming contaminant 
  • Greatly extends air filter life
  • Reduces air filter usage
  • Lowers cost per operating hour
  • Automatically ejects mixed debris
  • Separates more than 99% of 20 micron and above particles Self-cleaning/self-scavenging
  • No maintenance to clean bowl
  • No exhaust ejector required Easy installation
  • Quick installation
  • One clamp to tighten
  • No wires or power requirements Dual mounted bearings
  • Robust Stainless Steel design
  • Extends bearing life

PROS

CONS

INLET: 2.00" (52mm)

Max CFM: 100

INLET: 2.25" (58mm)

Max CFM: 200

INLET: 3.00" (77mm)

Max CFM: 275

INLET: 4.00" (102mm)

Max CFM: 400

INLET: 5.00" (128mm)

Max CFM: 700

INLET: 6.00" (153mm)

Max CFM: 950

INLET: 7.00" (179mm)

Max CFM: 1350

INLET: 8.00" (203mm)

Max CFM: 1600

Watch Centri Precleaner Durability Tests!