Sakura Air Filter A-42092

Sakura Air Filter A-42092

The designation A-42092 appears to refer to two different air filter products from different manufacturers: a WIX round air filter and a large Sakura air filter element for industrial equipment.

WIX 42092 air filter
The WIX 42092 is a round, dry paper air filter for automotive applications, described by suppliers as “obsolete”. It fits several older vehicles, including some 1960s Buick, Cadillac, and Oldsmobile models.

Specifications (according to WIX and retailers):
Filter material: Paper (Cellulose)
Shape: Round
Height: 2.92 inches
Top outer diameter: 17.06 inches
Bottom outer diameter: 16.16 inches
Bottom inner diameter: 13.812 inches
Flow rating: 300 cubic feet per minute (CFM)
Performance: Provides at least 99.5% efficiency (based on WIX lab tests per ISO 5011).

Cross-reference part numbers (reported on AACA Forums):
AC-DELCO A85C
BALDWIN PA629
CARQUEST 87092
FRAM CA178PL
PUROLATOR A60030

Sakura A-42092 air filter element
The Sakura A-42092 is a large air filter element for industrial applications, possibly in heavy equipment. The filter media is made from nanofiber and the element has metal end caps.

Specifications : 
Filter type: Element
Filter media: Nanofiber
End caps: Metal

Dimensions (mm):
H1: 679.5
H2: 660.4
OD1: 445.5
OD2: 324
ID1: 332
ID2: 212

How to know which filter you need
To determine which A-42092 filter you need, consider the following:

Application: The WIX 42092 is for older automotive vehicles, while the Sakura A-42092 is for industrial or heavy-duty equipment.

Dimensions: The two filters have vastly different dimensions. You can use the measurements listed above to determine which one is the right fit.

Check cross-reference: For the WIX 42092, check if any of the cross-reference numbers match the filter you are replacing.