Deltech PFD285, direct aftermarket replacement. Aftermarket replacement element for the Deltech PFD285, the grade PFD (general purpose coalescing) element for size 285 Deltech compressed air line filters. It measures 98 mm (3-7/8 in) in diameter and 281 mm (11-1/16 in) high and is rated for about 562 scfm (950 Nm3/h) at 7 bar (100 psi).
This is the general purpose coalescing element that takes water droplets, oil aerosols and dirt out of the air. It is fitted ahead of an HFD element, or on its own where general workshop air quality is enough. The DFD, PFD, HFD and CFD elements of size 285 share one housing size, so check the letters on the old element before ordering. Every element is checked against the part number before it ships, and every order is covered by our
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Technical properties & cross references
Specifications
| Part Type |
Compressed air filter element |
| Replaces |
Deltech PFD285 |
| Element Size |
285 |
| Grade |
grade PFD (general purpose coalescing) |
| Filtration |
Oil aerosols, water droplets and particles, ISO 8573-1 class 2 for solids and oil (0.1 micron, 0.1 mg/m3 residual oil, aftermarket maker's data) |
| Outside Diameter |
98 mm (3-7/8 in) |
| Height |
281 mm (11-1/16 in) |
| Rated Flow |
562 scfm (950 Nm3/h) at 7 bar (100 psi) |
| Flow Direction |
Inside to outside |
| Max. Operating Pressure |
16 bar (232 psi) |
| Stat. HS-Code |
842139 |
| Country of Manufacture |
China |
Cross references
| Brand |
Code |
| Deltech |
PFD285 |
| Spare Part Mart |
SPM-INF-3851 |
Price beat guarantee
We check what other aftermarket sellers charge for this same part. Their prices on the date we checked:
| Seller |
Price |
Checked |
| The Air Market |
USD 125.11 |
22 Oct 2026 |
| eBay, aftermarket seller |
USD 170.61 |
7 Oct 2026 |
| Filme Compressor |
USD 179.00 |
7 Oct 2026 |
| FilterFinder Online |
USD 258.00 |
22 Oct 2026 |
| Air Compressor Services |
USD 614.00 |
22 Oct 2026 |
| Spare Part Mart |
USD 100.09 |
Today |
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Use cases & applications
Annual element change
Change DFD, PFD and HFD elements at least once a year, or sooner when the pressure drop across the filter reaches about 350 mbar (5 psi). Change CFD carbon elements at least every 6 months.
Protecting the HFD stage
The PFD element takes out the bulk of the water, oil and dirt so the 0.01 micron HFD element after it lasts its full life.
Workshop and plant air
Line filters sit after the compressor, receiver or dryer to keep water, oil and dirt out of air tools, valves and cylinders.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a genuine Deltech PFD285?
No. It is an aftermarket compressed air filter element made to replace the Deltech PFD285. It is not made by or affiliated with Deltech or SPX, and the part number is used only to show what it replaces.
Will it fit my filter?
It replaces the element marked PFD285. Check the code printed on the old element, or measure it: this one is 98 mm (3-7/8 in) in diameter and 281 mm (11-1/16 in) high. The letters give the grade (DFD dry particulate, PFD general purpose, HFD high efficiency, CFD carbon) and the number is the size.
When should I change the element?
Change DFD, PFD and HFD elements at least once a year, or sooner when the pressure drop across the filter reaches about 350 mbar (5 psi). Change CFD carbon elements at least every 6 months.
Which grade do I need?
Use the same letters as the element you are taking out. A typical line runs PFD then HFD after the compressor, CFD after that when oil vapour and odour must be removed, and DFD after a desiccant dryer to stop dust.
Should I change anything else at the same time?
Change the other elements in the same line at the same service, fit new O-rings if the old ones are flattened or cracked, and check that the drain on the filter bowl works.