513-4493 FILTER ELEMENT ASS'Y is a Caterpillar Standard Efficiency Fuel Water Separator designed to help remove water and contaminants from diesel fuel before they can reach sensitive fuel-system components. Its cartridge design, carbon steel construction and Out-to-In flow direction are engineered for dependable filtration performance in demanding diesel engine applications.
Removes contaminants and protects hydraulic system
Function / Installation Position
Hydraulic filtration system
Operating Conditions
Heavy equipment
Weight
0.5 kg
Packaging
Sealed packaging
Lead Time
30–90 days
Shipping Method
Air / Sea
Payment Method
USD / RMB / Ruble
Warranty
6 months
Features & Benefits
Standard-efficiency fuel water separation
Removes 100% free water
Removes approximately 90% emulsified water
Helps remove smaller fuel contaminants
Helps protect precision fuel-system components
Helps extend the service life of secondary fuel filters
Supports cleaner fuel delivery to the engine
Cartridge-type design for convenient maintenance
Carbon steel construction for durable service
Out-to-In flow direction for proper installation
Suitable for demanding heavy-duty diesel applications
Effective fuel-water separation is particularly important in mining, construction and heavy earthmoving environments, where contaminated fuel can negatively affect fuel-system reliability and engine performance.
Compatible Machine
The 513-4493 FILTER ELEMENT ASS’Y is supplied for:
CAT Equipment — Application to Be Verified
Caterpillar’s current official parts page does not provide a compatible-model list for 513-4493, so we recommend verifying the application using the machine model, serial number or original part number before ordering.
For compatibility confirmation, please provide:
Machine model
Machine serial number
Engine model
Engine serial number
Original filter part number
Our technical team can check the application before shipment.
Applications
The 513-4493 FILTER ELEMENT ASS’Y is suitable for:
Mining
Quarry
Construction
Heavy Earthmoving
Large Infrastructure Projects
It is especially suitable for diesel-powered heavy equipment operating under high loads, long working cycles and challenging environmental conditions where effective fuel-water separation is essential.
Why Choose YLCM?
YLCM specializes in supplying construction and mining machinery spare parts to customers worldwide.
We provide:
20+ Years Experience
Large Warehouse
Fast Delivery
Genuine & OEM Parts
Export to 60+ Countries
Professional Technical Support
Our product range covers Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitachi, Cummins and other major brands, including fuel-system components, filters, engine parts, hydraulic components, cooling systems, transmission parts, electrical components and undercarriage parts.
Packaging
The 513-4493 FILTER ELEMENT ASS’Y is professionally protected before international transportation.
Packaging options include:
Export-standard wooden case
Shock-resistant protection
Moisture-proof protection
Anti-rust protection where required
Secure internal fixing
Individual protective packaging
Packaging can be adjusted according to order quantity and transportation requirements.
Shipping
YLCM provides international logistics solutions according to the destination and customer’s requirements.
Available shipping methods include:
Sea Freight
Railway Transportation
Land Transportation
Multimodal Logistics
Our logistics team can recommend the appropriate transportation solution based on destination, cargo volume, order quantity and delivery requirements.
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Current availability
Delivery lead time
Packaging details
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Please provide your part number, machine model, engine model or serial number, and our technical team will help confirm the correct application.
FAQ
Q1: What is 513-4493? A: 513-4493 is a Caterpillar Fuel Water Separator / Fuel Element, designed to remove water and smaller contaminants from diesel fuel.
Q2: What type of filter is 513-4493? A: Caterpillar specifies it as a Cartridge fuel water separator with Standard Efficiency.
Q3: How much water can 513-4493 remove? A: Caterpillar states that its standard-efficiency fuel water separators are designed to eliminate 100% of free water and 90% of emulsified water, together with smaller contaminants.
Q4: What is the material of 513-4493? A: Caterpillar specifies Carbon Steel as the material.
Q5: What is the flow direction of 513-4493? A: The official Caterpillar specification lists the flow direction as Out-to-In.
Q6: What are the dimensions of 513-4493? A: Caterpillar lists a diameter of 4.319 inches and a length of 8.921 inches, approximately 109.7 mm × 226.6 mm.
Q7: How can I confirm whether 513-4493 fits my CAT equipment? A: Provide your machine model, serial number, engine model or original part number. Our technical team can verify compatibility before shipment.
Q8: What warranty does YLCM provide? A: This product comes with a standard 6-month warranty.