Caterpillar 3516C Fuel Filter Element

Technical Data

  • OEM Number:
  • MPN:
  • Filter Media:
  • Micron Rating:
  • Engine Family: CAT 3516C
  • Filter Type: Fuel Filter

Dimensions

Cross References

Compatible Engines

Application Notes

Filtration of fuel within the fuel system of the Caterpillar 3516C marine engine. The fuel filter element supports the removal of particulate contamination from the fuel before it reaches downstream fuel-system components. The exact filter specification should be verified against the installed Caterpillar fuel-filter arrangement and applicable Caterpillar documentation before replacement.

Additional Notes

The Caterpillar 3516C Fuel Filter Element is a filtration component associated with the fuel system of the Caterpillar 3516C marine engine. It supports the removal of particulate contamination from the fuel and helps maintain suitable fuel cleanliness for downstream fuel-system components. The exact filter construction, filter media, filtration rating, dimensions and replacement specification depend on the installed fuel-filtration equipment and engine configuration. The installed filter element and housing should therefore be matched against the applicable Caterpillar documentation before replacement.

The Caterpillar 3516C Fuel Filter Element is a fuel-filtration component used within the fuel system of the Caterpillar 3516C marine engine. It is intended to support the removal of particulate contamination from the fuel before the fuel reaches downstream fuel-system components.

The filter element forms part of the installed fuel-filtration arrangement and contributes to maintaining suitable fuel cleanliness during engine operation. Effective fuel filtration helps protect downstream fuel-system components from unwanted particulate contamination.

The exact filter element specification may depend on the installed engine configuration and fuel-system arrangement. Details such as filter media, filtration rating, dimensions, connection details and manufacturer part number should therefore not be assumed unless confirmed by Caterpillar documentation or the installed component.

For replacement, the installed filter element and filter housing should be identified and matched with the applicable Caterpillar 3516C documentation before ordering.