ZME Series
High Performance Spin-On Filter Elements: 1 3/8-12 Thread, 500 PSI
FOR USE WITH DHF SERIES FILTER HEADS
The ZME Series medium pressure spin-on filter elements deliver exceptional performance with a robust 500 PSI pressure rating and unique 1 3/8-12 mounting thread. Featuring a 3.8 inch OD design and advanced synthetic media, these elements provide superior filtration efficiency and extended service life in demanding hydraulic applications. Engineered for use with DHF filter heads, the ZME Series is the ideal choice for industrial and mobile equipment requiring reliable medium-to-high pressure filtration with maximum contamination control.

Specifications
- Diameter: 3.7”
- Mounting Thread: 1 3/8” -12 UN
- Pressure: 500 PSI Max. Operating
- ∆Pmax Cellulose: 80 PSID
- ∆Pmax Z-Glass: 100 PSID
- Temperature: Up to +250°F Operating
- Applications: Petroleum-based fluids
Applications
- Suction filters
- On the return circuit, for mounting on the line or on the tank cover
- In-line for low and medium pressure applications
- mowers
- tow trucks
- truck-mounted aerial lifts and cranes
- pavers
- compactors
- wood splitters and chippers
- trenchers
- utility terrain vehicles (UTVs).
Specifications
Part Number | Particle Size | Nominal Rating | Absolute Rating | Can Color / Imprint | Media Type | Overall Height |
ZME05 | 5 Micron | ß<4µ(c) = 2 | ß<4µ(c) = 75 ß5µ(c) = 200 | White / Green | Z-Glass | 5.8” |
ZME16 | 16 Micron | ß<4µ(c) = 2 | ß10µ(c) = 75 ß14µ(c) = 200 | White / Red | Z-Glass | 5.8” |
ZME16L | 16 Micron | ß<4µ(c) = 2 | ß10µ(c) = 75 ß14µ(c) = 200 | White / Red | Z-Glass | 8.5” |
Application Data
- Reference:
- ßXµ(c) = 2 represents 50% efficiency at Particle Size (Nominal Rating)
- ßXµ(c) = 75 represents 98.7% efficiency at Particle Size (Absolute Rating)
- ßXµ(c) = 200 represents 99.5% efficiency at Particle Size
- Application: Petroleum-based fluids. Consult factory for synthetic fluids
- Caution: Do not use ZME Series filter elements on internal combustion engines.
Zinga Filter Media Types

Z-Glass Media
Multi-Layered, non-woven glass media that provides the highest levels of depth filtration efficiency and capacity. Higher capacity means longer service life. Coupled with a steel support mesh, Z-Glass can withstand higher differential pressures.

Cellulose Media
Traditional paper based media that provides a nominal level of depth filtration and capacity. Used with petroleum-based fluids only. Some grades of cellulose include a layered glass fiber substrate to provide more efficiency.

AquaZorb Media
Water absorbing cellulose based media designed specifically to absorb and retain free water from petroleum-based fluids. Commonly used in offline systems, AquaZorb will operate until it is fully saturated and ultimately curtail flow through the media. A system by-pass valve and service gauge is recommended when using AquaZorb.

Stainless Steel Mesh
Woven in a variety of precision patterns, stainless steel mesh provides a basic surface type filtration with very low differential pressure. Applications include pump protection and “last chance” valve protection. Stainless steel mesh can be serviced by ultrasonic cleaning. (30: 560µ, 60: 280µ, 100: 141µ, 200:75µ, 200×1400: 10µ)
Compatible Spin-on Filter Heads

DHF Series Spin-On Filter Heads with ∆P Indicator Option
Flows Up To: 35 GPM
Port Sizes: 3/4” NPTF; 1” NPTF; 1 1/16”-12UN (SAE-12); 1 5/16”-12UN (SAE-16)
Pressure: 500 PSI Maximum Operating; 1000 PSI Static Burst
Temperature: Up to +200°F
Filters: ME & ZME Series
Assembly Fatigue Strength: 100,000 cycles @ 0-500 PSI, 300,000 cycles @ 0-400 PSI, 1,000,000 cycles @ 0-350 PSI
Applications: Petroleum-based fluids; consult factory for synthetic fluids