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A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF FILTERS FOR ALL<br />

EUROPEAN, JAPANESE & KOREAN<br />

Passenger Cars & Light Commercial Vehicles


Contents<br />

FILTERS<br />

At a Glance<br />

Formula <strong>for</strong> Filtration<br />

4<br />

6<br />

Oil <strong>Filters</strong><br />

Fuel <strong>Filters</strong><br />

20<br />

24<br />

FROM<br />

The Anatomy of Filtration<br />

8<br />

Cabin <strong>Filters</strong><br />

28<br />

The Power of Media<br />

10<br />

Market Coverage &<br />

32<br />

Mastery of Media<br />

12<br />

Data Support<br />

Testing & Quality Control<br />

14<br />

Marketing Support<br />

34<br />

Air <strong>Filters</strong><br />

16<br />

About Us<br />

36<br />

2.


• Over 25 years of filter pedigree<br />

• Millions sold worldwide each year<br />

+ CARBON<br />

• Over 1800 references in range<br />

• Air, Oil, Fuel and Cabin/Activated Carbon options<br />

available<br />

• All makes coverage of all popular European,<br />

Japanese and Korean models<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> <strong>Filters</strong><br />

With total reliability, ease of fitment, a comprehensive range and<br />

genuine value <strong>for</strong> money, <strong>Comline</strong> filters are the first choice <strong>for</strong><br />

aftermarket customers in over 40 countries worldwide.<br />

• Passenger Car and Light Commercial applications<br />

• Comprehensive cataloguing available via MAM<br />

Autocat, TecAlliance and <strong>Comline</strong> website<br />

• Per<strong>for</strong>mance and specification benchmarking<br />

makes <strong>Comline</strong> an OE alternative<br />

• Manufactured in market-leading production<br />

facilities<br />

• Premium-quality filter media from leading<br />

producers<br />

• <strong>Comline</strong> PPG (Precision Pleat Geometry) <strong>for</strong><br />

efficiency and reliability<br />

• High-calibre components including premium<br />

rubber seals and ‘super strength’ internal tubes<br />

• Extensive factory per<strong>for</strong>mance testing and <strong>Comline</strong><br />

Quality Lab analysis<br />

4.<br />

• Associate member of the IFTS (International<br />

Filtration Testing Services)


Formula <strong>for</strong><br />

Filtration<br />

At<br />

<strong>Comline</strong>, we view each individual filter reference<br />

as an essential component in the smooth running of a<br />

vehicle. We take great care in delivering a range that<br />

offers consistent, reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance from top-tobottom.<br />

A lot goes into this process, one which we<br />

refer to as our ‘Formula <strong>for</strong> Filtration’.<br />

Testing & Quality Control<br />

An array of testing, both in-factory and within <strong>Comline</strong>’s own <strong>Comline</strong><br />

Quality Lab, is the final piece in our per<strong>for</strong>mance jigsaw. Examples<br />

include efficiency, pressure, impulse and rubber seal testing. <strong>Comline</strong> is<br />

also a member of the IFTS (International Filter Testing Services).<br />

+ CARBON<br />

Premium Components<br />

Part of <strong>Comline</strong>’s specification<br />

requirement is an insistence on<br />

premium quality components.<br />

Filter media is the most prevalent<br />

example with paper sourced<br />

exclusively from world-renowned<br />

suppliers.<br />

Vehicle Parc Analysis<br />

Our Product Development Team scrutinise<br />

the European, Japanese and Korean<br />

vehicle parc to ensure the <strong>Comline</strong> range<br />

is in-tune with the needs of the market.<br />

Our dedicated and proactive development<br />

programme ensures <strong>Comline</strong> offers<br />

comprehensive coverage and is early to<br />

launch with new applications as they hit<br />

the aftermarket.<br />

Precise Specification<br />

The development of any new <strong>Comline</strong><br />

filter reference starts by creating a detailed<br />

specification. Through meticulous OE<br />

benchmarking, <strong>Comline</strong> develops a strict<br />

specification <strong>for</strong> each filter which provides the<br />

road-map <strong>for</strong> the development process.<br />

Manufacturing Facilities<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> has <strong>for</strong>ged links with<br />

some of the world’s <strong>for</strong>emost<br />

filter production facilities.<br />

Each factory is audited by<br />

our Product Development<br />

Teams to ensure compliance<br />

with brand quality standards<br />

and is carefully selected to<br />

produce references based<br />

on specialisms.<br />

Distinctive Branding<br />

Each <strong>Comline</strong> filter is delivered<br />

with clear, concise product<br />

markings and packaged in<br />

our distinctive yellow and blue<br />

livery.<br />

Customer Support<br />

The entire <strong>Comline</strong> range is backed by<br />

a comprehensive data portfolio including<br />

product specifications, application data<br />

and fitment in<strong>for</strong>mation. Data is available via<br />

MAM Autocat, TecAlliance and online at<br />

www.comline.uk.com<br />

6. 7.


Feature: Carefully selected premium media<br />

sourced from world-leading suppliers.<br />

Benefit: Excellent efficiency, structural<br />

stability and capacity <strong>for</strong> superior filtration of<br />

contaminants.<br />

Feature: Steel phosphate oil filter canisters.<br />

Benefit: Provides excellent levels of strength<br />

to operate efficiently at high pressures whilst<br />

maintaining strong corrosion resistance<br />

throughout the life of the filter.<br />

Feature: Secure clipping.<br />

Benefit: Maintains the integrity of the filter<br />

element and Precision Pleat Geometry (PPG) <strong>for</strong><br />

consistent filtration throughout the life of the part.<br />

Feature: NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber)<br />

gaskets, seals and diaphragms.<br />

Benefit: Premium compounds ensure a reliable<br />

seal and prevent leakage.<br />

Feature: Stainless steel coil springs used in<br />

bypass valves.<br />

Feature: Heavy-duty stainless steel base<br />

plates and precision-stamped steel end caps.<br />

Feature: Per<strong>for</strong>ated stainless steel internal<br />

tubes.<br />

Feature: Location pins in-line with OE design.<br />

Benefit: Corrosion resistance and tensile<br />

strength maintains consistent bypass valve<br />

per<strong>for</strong>mance in-line with OE standards.<br />

Benefit: Delivers superior structural support<br />

to retain filter integrity and ensure reliable<br />

operation.<br />

Benefit: ‘Super strength’ design handles highpressure<br />

conditions to maintain consistent,<br />

reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />

Benefit: <strong>Filters</strong> that are fit-<strong>for</strong>-purpose and<br />

enable simple, precise and cost-effective<br />

fitment.<br />

Feature: Silicone or NBR (Nitrile Butadiene<br />

Rubber) anti-drain back valves.<br />

Feature: Precision-threaded base plates.<br />

Feature: High-strength adhesives.<br />

Feature: Selected air filters are equipped with<br />

an additional pre-filter.<br />

Benefit: Enables trouble-free location and<br />

Benefit: Quality materials provide reliability and<br />

installation of the filter whilst reducing the<br />

Benefit: Quality adhesives ensure filter integrity<br />

Benefit: : Removes larger particle<br />

dependable anti-drain back valve operation.<br />

potential risk of contamination. Rough-edges<br />

throughout the life of the part. Quite literally the<br />

contaminants such as road-dust, thus enabling<br />

This stops oil from draining from the upper part<br />

caused by inferior machining can result in metal<br />

glue that holds it all together!<br />

the specialised filter media to handle only fine<br />

of the engine into the oil sump, preventing a dry<br />

fragments entering the system.<br />

particulates such as exhaust gases and soot.<br />

start.<br />

8. 9.


Highly porous<br />

filter media<br />

Particles<br />

of gas or fluid<br />

How it Works<br />

Automotive filter media is manufactured using specific varieties of wood pulp and<br />

is highly porous. The media allows air or fluid to pass through a series of minute<br />

holes within its structure and, as this process occurs, the material collects harmful<br />

contaminants and prevents them from entering the vehicle systems.<br />

The<br />

POWER<br />

ofMedia<br />

Each component used in filter manufacture is important<br />

but the power of media (paper) cannot be understated.<br />

In simple terms, it is the media that actually undertakes<br />

the filtration process and ensures the air, oil or fuel is free<br />

from contaminants.<br />

Media Selection<br />

High-quality filter media, such as that used by <strong>Comline</strong>, combines excellent efficiency<br />

and structural stability with high capacity. Our media is carefully chosen based on<br />

the requirements <strong>for</strong> the specific filter and sourced from the world’s best producers,<br />

including Ahlstrom, Clean & Science, Hollingsworth & Vose and Neenah Gessner.<br />

This insistence on high-efficiency media ensures <strong>Comline</strong> filters remove impurities and<br />

contaminants at a microscopic level.<br />

Precision Pleat Geometry (PPG)<br />

To increase effective surface area within a <strong>Comline</strong> filter and maximise both efficiency<br />

and capacity, filter media is carefully ‘pleated’. Each <strong>Comline</strong> filter is equipped with<br />

Precision Pleat Geometry (PPG) which ensures uni<strong>for</strong>mity of depth, spacing and<br />

quantity of pleats within each filter reference. PPG is all important in maintaining flow<br />

rate, maximising efficiency and ensuring the service life per<strong>for</strong>mance of the filter.<br />

10.<br />

11.


Non-Woven Materials<br />

• Made up of plastic fibres which are applied in layers<br />

• Better separation quality due to the use of finer fibres<br />

• Density and fineness of fibres increase from dirt side to clean side<br />

• 99.9% efficient with low flow resistance at all times<br />

• Ultra-fine fibres measured in microns<br />

Filter media essentially acts as the guardian within the filter element. Its<br />

integral role is to prevent unwelcome particles within gases or liquids<br />

from infiltrating vehicle systems and/or, in the case of cabin filters, the<br />

respiratory systems of vehicle occupants. Without effective filtration,<br />

damage can occur to both the vehicle and its occupants.<br />

The composition of filter media is dependent on the required specification<br />

and application. There are three broad variants of automotive filter media:<br />

non-woven, paper and multi-layer media.<br />

!<br />

of<br />

DID YOU KNOW<br />

Many modern applications are now utilising fleece materials in support of traditional<br />

media. Due to its material properties, fleece is increasingly being used as a pre-filter<br />

layer on air and fuel filters as a method of removing larger particle sizes, in fact,<br />

testing has shown the use of fleece can increase filter per<strong>for</strong>mance by up to 40%.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> is already taking advantage of fleece materials on selected filter references<br />

in line with OE specifications – this includes examples such as EFF121 and EAF583.<br />

Non-Woven Materials<br />

Paper Media<br />

Multi-Layer Media<br />

Paper Media<br />

• High-grade cellulose fibres infused with essential resins<br />

• Paper is warmed, embossed and folded according to specific requirements<br />

• Curing ensures stability and resistance to chemical and thermal influences<br />

• These processes result in PPG (Precision Pleat Geometry)! meaning air, oil<br />

or fuel can flow freely through the paper at all times<br />

• Media is capable of removing particles as small as 25-30 micron offering the<br />

potential to eliminate a high concentration of contaminants<br />

Multi-Layer Media<br />

• Combination of non-woven materials and paper<br />

• Fused together during a complex production process<br />

• Eliminates up to 40% more contaminants than conventional paper filters<br />

• Can remove particles as small as 3-5 microns<br />

• Used in modern diesel fuel injection systems (turbo diesel direct<br />

injection, common rail or pump injector technology)


Testing<br />

& Quality Control<br />

Testing and quality control plays a crucial role in the development<br />

of all <strong>Comline</strong> filters and the stringent processes employed help<br />

guarantee per<strong>for</strong>mance and reliability across our range.<br />

Filtration Elite<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> sits alongside an elite group of filtration<br />

providers as a member of the IFTS (International<br />

Filter Testing Services) - one of the world’s <strong>for</strong>emost<br />

filtration testing organisations.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> partners with the IFTS to test and benchmark the<br />

Filtration efficiency (%)<br />

100<br />

90<br />

80<br />

70<br />

60<br />

50<br />

40<br />

30<br />

20<br />

10<br />

FILTRATION EFFICIENCIES VS PARTICLE SIZE<br />

0<br />

0 10 20 30 40 50<br />

Particle size (µm(b))<br />

Our comprehensive, three-stage testing and quality control system<br />

includes production testing at the factory, in-house testing inside<br />

the <strong>Comline</strong> Quality Lab (CQL) and further analysis conducted through<br />

collaboration with IFTS (International Filtration Testing Services).<br />

quality of our filter media to ensure <strong>Comline</strong> filters deliver<br />

consistent, reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance. By harnessing the resources<br />

and expertise of the IFTS, <strong>Comline</strong> continues to take its filter<br />

range from strength-to-strength.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Competitor 1 Competitor 2<br />

The depth and quality of analysis offered by the IFTS to its members<br />

is guaranteed by the organisation’s test laboratory, which runs in strict<br />

Production Factory Testing<br />

Extensive filter testing takes place ‘at<br />

factory’ during the production process.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> works only with world-class<br />

manufacturing partners who operate our<br />

stringent testing requirements as part of<br />

the production process.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Quality Lab Testing<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> operates its own quality lab<br />

at the brand’s UK headquarters and<br />

this facility is used to further scrutinise<br />

filter quality and finishing. The <strong>Comline</strong><br />

Quality Lab plays a pivotal role in<br />

guaranteeing per<strong>for</strong>mance, reliability and<br />

ease of fitment.<br />

Efficiency<br />

Pressure Loss<br />

Rubber Seal<br />

Impulse<br />

1<br />

High & Low Temperatures<br />

OE Housing Tests<br />

Media<br />

Media Depth<br />

PU/PP Finish<br />

Pre-filter<br />

Pleat Count<br />

2<br />

“Within the sphere of filtration<br />

there is arguably no finer testing<br />

organisation in the world than the<br />

IFTS. As an IFTS member, <strong>Comline</strong><br />

is able to further raise our already<br />

impressive quality standards and we<br />

sit alongside the established elite of<br />

the automotive filtration industry.”<br />

- Miten Parikh<br />

General Manager - Product & Supply Chain<br />

accordance with ISO 17025. In short, ISO 17025 is the testing and<br />

calibration standard to which laboratories must adhere in order to be<br />

recognised as ‘technically competent’ and to produce ‘precise and<br />

accurate test and/or calibration data’.<br />

The results of IFTS assessment enables <strong>Comline</strong> to operate tighter<br />

quality controls across all of its 1800-plus filter references and work<br />

in conjunction with in-house testing conducted within <strong>Comline</strong>’s own<br />

quality lab. This combination of in-house and IFTS testing, plus <strong>Comline</strong>’s<br />

participation in the IFTS Scientific Committee results in ‘better than ever’<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> filter per<strong>for</strong>mance.


The role of the<br />

All <strong>Comline</strong> air filters are manufactured by<br />

world-class production facilities to ensure<br />

total compliance with UK and EU<br />

specifications.<br />

Air Filter<br />

<strong>Comline</strong>’s range of high-quality air filters offer vital engine<br />

protection to keep vehicles running efficiently mile-after-mile.<br />

With over 1000 part numbers, a<br />

thriving development programme<br />

and quality guaranteed, its clear to<br />

see why <strong>Comline</strong> should be first on<br />

your list <strong>for</strong> air filters.<br />

The plentiful supply of air (oxygen) is critical to the operation of the internal combustion engine but it is equally<br />

important that this air be free from contaminants. An engine burning contaminated air will become less and less<br />

efficient as dirt, dust and debris accumulate, which will lead to reduced engine per<strong>for</strong>mance and inferior fuel economy.<br />

In addition, such contaminants cause wear of critical engine components such as valves, rings, cylinder bores plus<br />

key electronic parts such as AMFS (Air Mass Flow Sensors), located between the air intake and combustion chamber.<br />

External air enters through the<br />

intake system containing<br />

various atmospheric<br />

contaminants.<br />

Clean filtered air is then able to<br />

flow to the engine free from<br />

contaminated matter.<br />

OE Matching<br />

The <strong>Comline</strong> air filter range covers a broad array of<br />

applications and is precisely manufactured in-line with OE<br />

Key Features of <strong>Comline</strong> Air <strong>Filters</strong><br />

Superior filtration and dirt<br />

protection<br />

High-grade paper media delivers<br />

outstanding air flow<br />

This air then passes through the<br />

filter element. Dirt, debris and<br />

other contaminated particles<br />

harmful to the engine are trapped<br />

within the precision-pleated<br />

filter media.<br />

This clean air ensures that<br />

optimum engine per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

is maintained, sensitive<br />

electronics are protected and<br />

the vehicles driveability is not<br />

compromised.<br />

specifications. So, if the OE filter features a Polyurethane<br />

(PU) frame, the <strong>Comline</strong> version will feature an equivalent,<br />

high-quality PU frame to ensure optimum per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

and ease of fitment.<br />

Premium quality Polyurethane<br />

(PU), Polypropylene (PP) or steel<br />

frames<br />

Quality tested <strong>for</strong> better engine<br />

per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

Positive<br />

REINFORCEMENT<br />

To ensure filter stability, <strong>Comline</strong> air filters<br />

feature rein<strong>for</strong>ced metal backings or<br />

adhesives.<br />

16. 17.


Types of Air Filter<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> air filters are manufactured in all shapes and sizes to cater <strong>for</strong> the wide variety<br />

of makes and models in today’s vehicle parc. Whether rectangular or cylindrical in<br />

shape, air filters can be grouped into three broad types based on the material that<br />

provides the filter’s structural rigidity.<br />

PU/PP METAL REINFORCED ECOLOGICAL<br />

Features<br />

&Benefits<br />

The air filter features a moulded, Polyurethane<br />

Visually a metal filter can look the same as a PU or<br />

Many modern vehicles require a new breed<br />

All <strong>Comline</strong> air filters are<br />

precisely designed to deliver<br />

optimum reliability throughout<br />

the service life of the part<br />

High-grade, non-woven paper<br />

media with <strong>Comline</strong> Precision<br />

Pleat Geometry (PPG) ensures<br />

consistent airflow and superior<br />

filtration<br />

Media carefully selected <strong>for</strong><br />

water resistance to prevent<br />

media saturation and loss of<br />

filter integrity<br />

Manufactured to OE-matching<br />

specifications <strong>for</strong> ease of<br />

fitment<br />

(PU) or Polypropylene (PP) frame designed<br />

PP variant, the crucial difference is that structural<br />

of Ecological (Eco) air filters which are<br />

to provide structural support and maintain filter<br />

support is provided by a metal, typically steel,<br />

manufactured entirely of recyclable materials.<br />

media integrity. Selected PU and PP applications<br />

are supplied with a pre-filter layer, usually foam,<br />

frame as opposed to moulded plastic. Such<br />

filters are mainly used within the Japanese and<br />

All filter media is biodegradable but many<br />

components used within more traditional filter<br />

designed to capture larger particles such as dust<br />

and soot. In dry, dusty conditions pre-filters are<br />

particularly useful in protecting filter media and<br />

help maintain filter per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />

Korean vehicle parc.<br />

types cannot be recycled. <strong>Comline</strong> provides<br />

Eco air filters in-line with OE specifications where<br />

the filter frame is manufactured entirely from<br />

recyclable, biodegradable materials.<br />

Precisely injected Polyurethane<br />

(PU) or Polypropylene (PP) mix<br />

matches OE specifications to<br />

provide strength, structural<br />

rigidity and prevent de<strong>for</strong>mation<br />

Quality tested during production<br />

and within <strong>Comline</strong> Quality Lab<br />

Consistent, reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

with genuine value <strong>for</strong> money<br />

Comprehensive range means<br />

there’s a <strong>Comline</strong> air filter <strong>for</strong> all<br />

popular applications<br />

18. 19.


The role of the<br />

Oil Filter<br />

<strong>Comline</strong>’s focus on quality ensures that each and every oil<br />

filter meets strict criteria laid out by UK and EU directives <strong>for</strong><br />

superior fit and per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />

Dirt and other contaminants are the primary reason <strong>for</strong> excessive engine wear and failure. The engine is a hot-bed <strong>for</strong><br />

potentially harmful particles with some of the most destructive being those that occur from oil degradation, plus the<br />

tiny metallic fragments that result from engine component friction. In both cases these contaminants are mobilised in<br />

oil which helps spread them throughout the inner workings of an engine. This in turn causes further damage through<br />

abrasion and creates a downward spiral of wear and tear that can lead to complete engine failure. To ensure engine<br />

protection and safeguard per<strong>for</strong>mance it is vital to conduct a regular oil change. It is equally important to fit a highquality<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> oil filter that will remove harmful particles from the<br />

oil be<strong>for</strong>e it is fed into the engine.<br />

Key Features of <strong>Comline</strong> Oil <strong>Filters</strong><br />

Carefully selected media provides<br />

high dust holding capacity and<br />

service life per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

Optimum media surface area with<br />

Precision Pleat Geometry (PPG) <strong>for</strong><br />

consistent filtration<br />

The <strong>Comline</strong> range spans an array<br />

of popular European, Japanese and<br />

Korean applications and includes both<br />

traditional ‘spin on’ filters and the more<br />

environmentally friendly, paper-based<br />

Eco options which are becoming more<br />

commonplace in today’s modern<br />

vehicles.<br />

End-Cap<br />

Contains the bypass valve in-line<br />

with OE specification<br />

Center Tube (Inside)<br />

Per<strong>for</strong>ated inner tube allows more flow area and<br />

eliminates media wear during pleat movement<br />

Anti-Drain Back Valve<br />

Stays flexible in extreme temperatures<br />

Filter Housing<br />

Offers superior strength and<br />

pressure fatigue per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

Heavy-Duty Baseplate<br />

Features a fully tucked double seam<br />

<strong>for</strong> added strength<br />

Steel Spring<br />

Securely holds<br />

components in place<br />

Filter Media<br />

Wire-backed fully synthetic media<br />

offering high efficiency and longevity<br />

Stamped End Caps<br />

Precisely stamped end caps with plastisol<br />

sealant secure pleated media firmly in place<br />

OE Matching<br />

All modern, engine-driven vehicles come equipped with<br />

a factory-fit oil filter which take on a variety of shapes,<br />

sizes and styles. <strong>Comline</strong> offers comprehensive market<br />

coverage to deliver an all makes range of oil filters<br />

manufactured in-line with OE style and specification.<br />

Phosphated canister treatment<br />

protects against corrosion<br />

Anti-drain valve abolishes dry starts<br />

Rubber Gasket Seal<br />

Made from NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber)<br />

stays flexible and tightly sealed<br />

21.


Types of Oil Filter<br />

Within the <strong>Comline</strong> oil filter range there are two distinct styles, both of which are widely<br />

prescribed based on the needs of the specific application.<br />

Features<br />

&Benefits<br />

SPIN-ON<br />

ECOLOGICAL<br />

All <strong>Comline</strong> oil filters are<br />

precisely designed to deliver<br />

optimum reliability throughout<br />

the service life of the part<br />

High-grade, non-woven paper<br />

media with <strong>Comline</strong> Precision Pleat<br />

Geometry (PPG) ensures consistent<br />

flow rates to prevent oil starvation<br />

and high dust-holding capacity <strong>for</strong><br />

superior mile-after-mile filtration<br />

Media carefully selected to<br />

prevent media saturation and<br />

loss of filter integrity<br />

The spin-on oil filter takes its name from the<br />

process used to fit this type of part, where the<br />

entire filter, including housing, is quite literally<br />

‘spun on’ to the vehicle’s oil system. Spin-on<br />

filters are self-contained within a metal canister<br />

meaning the filter media, bypass and anti-drain<br />

valve, element cover and gasket are all built into<br />

Ecological (Eco) oil filters, sometimes known<br />

as element or cartridge filters, differ from spinon<br />

variants as they are essentially a replacement<br />

of the filter element only. When replaced, the<br />

technician need only remove the existing filter<br />

element from the housing built into the design of<br />

the vehicle and replace with the fresh Eco filter.<br />

Manufactured to OE-matching<br />

specifications <strong>for</strong> ease of<br />

fitment<br />

Oil filter fitting carefully matched<br />

to OE design to guarantee a<br />

first-time fit<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> spin-on filters feature a<br />

phosphated canister treatment<br />

that protects against corrosion<br />

to maintain filter structure<br />

Spin-on filters also benefit from<br />

high-quality silicone anti-drain<br />

back valves that have a trackrecord<br />

<strong>for</strong> reliability<br />

the design.<br />

Long-life sealing rings<br />

Quality tested during production Consistent, reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance Comprehensive range means<br />

manufactured from NBR (Nitrile and within <strong>Comline</strong> Quality Lab<br />

with genuine value <strong>for</strong> money<br />

there’s a <strong>Comline</strong> oil filter <strong>for</strong> all<br />

Butadiene Rubber) maintain a<br />

popular applications<br />

constant seal<br />

22. 23.


The role of the<br />

Fuel Filter<br />

A <strong>Comline</strong> replacement fuel filter is a sure-fire way to protect<br />

the engine from potentially costly damage caused by burning<br />

contaminated oil.<br />

Like oil and air filters, the fuel filter is essential to the reliable and sustained operation of the internal combustion<br />

engine. Through the process of fuel refinement, storage and transportation, most fuel will contain its fair share of<br />

contaminants, which could ultimately prove harmful to the engine. Such particulates may lead to poor per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

and economy, whilst severe cases of sustained fuel contamination can result in the break-down of some of the engine<br />

components.<br />

Key Features of <strong>Comline</strong> Fuel <strong>Filters</strong><br />

Extensive quality testing ensures<br />

high per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

Designed <strong>for</strong> ‘fit and <strong>for</strong>get’ peace<br />

of mind<br />

Robust, high-quality materials <strong>for</strong><br />

strong and sustainable filtration<br />

Particle separation<br />

and agglomeration<br />

of water droplets<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> fuel filters are manufactured<br />

by some of the biggest and most wellrespected<br />

production facilities in the<br />

world utilising the latest ISO-approved<br />

manufacturing techniques.<br />

With a range of over 300 parts covering<br />

popular European, Japanese and Korean<br />

applications, <strong>Comline</strong> delivers a truly first<br />

class fuel filter offering.<br />

Emulsion<br />

after pump<br />

Filtrated<br />

fuel<br />

Clean fuel with<br />

water droplets<br />

OE Matching<br />

To guarantee per<strong>for</strong>mance and reliability all <strong>Comline</strong> fuel<br />

filters are benchmarked against the OE filter. No matter<br />

the make, no matter the model, <strong>Comline</strong> fuel filters <strong>for</strong><br />

European, Japanese and Korean vehicles can be relied<br />

upon to deliver constant and consistent filtration.<br />

Double-layer paper media is<br />

utilised on selected applications to<br />

guarantee per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

Tested to SAE (Society of<br />

Automotive Engineers) standard<br />

Hydrophobic<br />

media<br />

Water collection<br />

volume<br />

24.


Types of Fuel Filter<br />

The <strong>Comline</strong> range encompasses no fewer than eight styles of fuel filter, each of which is developed<br />

from thorough benchmarking of the OE filter and the requirements of the specific application.<br />

IN-LINE SCREW-ON ECOLOGICAL IN-TANK<br />

Features<br />

&Benefits<br />

Fuel filter fitting clips carefully<br />

matched to OE design to<br />

guarantee a first-time fit<br />

In-line fuel filters consist of the entire<br />

filtration system including the canister,<br />

element, valves and seals. The in-line<br />

filter is connected directly to the fuel lines<br />

using specialised connectors.<br />

Screw-on fuel filters are similar to inline<br />

options but the method of fitting<br />

differs. Instead of being connected to the<br />

fuel lines the filter is ‘screwed on’ to the<br />

housing within the vehicle fuel system.<br />

Ecological (Eco) fuel filters, also<br />

referred to as element or cartridge filters,<br />

require replacement of the filter element<br />

only. This filter type contains double-layer<br />

paper media and is manufactured of<br />

recyclable materials.<br />

As the name suggests, ‘in-tank’ filters are<br />

located within the fuel tank and are found<br />

in Japanese & Korean applications. Such<br />

filters improve engine efficiency with<br />

continuous flow through the filter and by<br />

dispersing fuel directly back into the tank.<br />

All <strong>Comline</strong> fuel <strong>Filters</strong> are<br />

precisely designed to deliver<br />

optimum reliability throughout<br />

their service life<br />

High-grade, non-woven paper<br />

media (double-layered in selected<br />

applications) with <strong>Comline</strong><br />

Precision Pleat Geometry (PPG)<br />

ensures consistent flow rates and<br />

high dust-holding capacity <strong>for</strong><br />

superior mile-after-mile filtration<br />

Media carefully selected <strong>for</strong><br />

water resistance to prevent<br />

media saturation and loss of<br />

filter integrity<br />

Manufactured to OE-matching<br />

specifications to the very latest<br />

ISO standards <strong>for</strong> per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

and ease of fitment<br />

WITH HOUSING WITH DIVERTER VALVE WATER SEPARATOR LPG<br />

Fuel filter cores are rein<strong>for</strong>ced<br />

and tested well beyond the limit in<br />

order to guarantee per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

at high-pressures and under<br />

severe compressive <strong>for</strong>ces<br />

Robust, high quality materials<br />

ensure strong and sustainable<br />

filter canisters to protect against<br />

corrosion to maintain filter<br />

structure<br />

Fuel filter connectors are precisely<br />

manufactured in-line with OE<br />

specifications to ensure perfect<br />

installation within the fuel system<br />

and a tight, reliable seal<br />

All valves are designed with a<br />

clearly-defined and consistent<br />

opening pressure <strong>for</strong> the<br />

specific injection system which<br />

guarantees fuel supply to the<br />

engine at all times<br />

Fuel filters complete with housing offer Numerous references within the <strong>Comline</strong> This type of fuel filter works to deliver the LPG filters per<strong>for</strong>m the vital role of<br />

better protection of the filtration media. fuel filter range come equipped with a maximum level of water separation from purifying LPG be<strong>for</strong>e it reaches system<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> fuel filters feature high Quality tested during production Consistent, reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance Comprehensive range means<br />

Their design also enables higher flow built-in diverter valve designed to divert the fuel. Water separators protect fuel components. It offers some of the highest<br />

water-fuel separation rates<br />

and within <strong>Comline</strong> Quality Lab<br />

with genuine value <strong>for</strong> money there’s a <strong>Comline</strong> fuel filter <strong>for</strong> all<br />

rates through the filter media.<br />

fuel back into the tank when pressure injection system components such as efficiency levels, ensuring effective<br />

popular applications<br />

exceeds a certain level.<br />

injectors and the high-pressure pump. removal of dust and/or fuel impurities.<br />

26. 27.


The role of the<br />

Cabin Filter<br />

+ Activated Carbon <strong>Filters</strong><br />

Offering tangible benefits to both the motorist and technician,<br />

the cabin filter is a real growth area <strong>for</strong> <strong>Comline</strong> but a product<br />

category which is often ignored by aftermarket businesses.<br />

PARTICLE SIZE SCALE<br />

Pollens<br />

Fog<br />

Road Dust<br />

Abraded Particles<br />

Spores<br />

Bacteria<br />

Exhaust gas particles and industrial dust<br />

Mist<br />

Soot<br />

Diameter of a human hair <strong>for</strong> comparison:<br />

Why it Matters<br />

It’s widely accepted that a cubic metre of air contains<br />

somewhere between 10-80 billion particles. Among<br />

these particles are dusts, pollens, bacteria and other<br />

fine particulates. The absence of a quality cabin filter<br />

means vehicle occupants are repeatedly breathing in<br />

such contaminants, many of which are too fine to be<br />

filtered out by the body’s natural defences. Inhaling<br />

such particles can cause respiratory and cardiovascular<br />

problems, trigger allergies or asthma and, in extreme<br />

cases, have been shown to have carcinogenic effects.<br />

An Essential Component<br />

Cabin filters are designed to enhance the quality of the air entering the vehicle cabin. The presence of a high-quality<br />

Many vehicle owners may choose not to replace their<br />

cabin filter will protect vehicle occupants from harmful particles such as dust, pollen and bacteria and prevents the<br />

cabin filter to reduce maintenance costs and it is often<br />

vehicle heating and air-conditioning being exposed to the same contaminants.<br />

viewed as non-essential because a cabin filter has no<br />

mechanical implications. However, the importance of a<br />

Key Features of <strong>Comline</strong> Cabin <strong>Filters</strong><br />

Specially <strong>for</strong>mulated media delivers<br />

clean air <strong>for</strong> vehicle occupants<br />

quality cabin filter cannot be overstated as it protects the<br />

vehicle’s most important component – the driver and their<br />

passengers.<br />

Protects the driver and passengers<br />

from unpleasant odours and harmful<br />

gases<br />

Potential Atmospheric Contaminants<br />

Designed <strong>for</strong> maximum particle<br />

efficiency to capture dirt and bacteria<br />

28.<br />

Factory tested, QC passed and<br />

delivered installation ready<br />

The addition of activated carbon<br />

molecules to selected references adds<br />

an extra layer of protection<br />

In addition to the health concerns there are also very real safety benefits to replacing the cabin filter. A lack of clean,<br />

oxygenated air can lead to fatigue and reduced levels of concentration, whilst such particles can also lead to watery<br />

eyes or sneezing. When you consider a sneeze at 60mph renders a driver blind <strong>for</strong> 30 metres, the importance of<br />

a quality cabin filter really is underlined.<br />

Allergens Pollen Toxic Fumes Dust mites<br />

Odours Dirt Soot


Types of Cabin Filter<br />

The <strong>Comline</strong> range includes both standard cabin filters and the more premium activated carbon<br />

options offering a choice of protection <strong>for</strong> vehicle occupants. <strong>Comline</strong> aims to help aftermarket<br />

businesses capitalise on the cabin filter opportunity by offering a highly competitive range of<br />

quality cabin filters, and a viable upgrade option through our equally competitive activated<br />

carbon variants.<br />

Features<br />

&Benefits<br />

CABIN FILTER<br />

ACTIVATED CARBON<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> cabin and activated<br />

carbon filters deliver clean<br />

air <strong>for</strong> vehicle occupants<br />

and protects both driver and<br />

passengers from contaminants<br />

High-grade, non-woven paper<br />

media with <strong>Comline</strong> Precision<br />

Pleat Geometry (PPG) provides<br />

maximum particle efficiency and<br />

consistent airflow to filter out<br />

dirt, bacteria and other harmful<br />

contaminants<br />

Activated carbon options utilise<br />

impregnated media to protect<br />

against harmful gases and<br />

unpleasant odours<br />

Manufactured to OE-matching<br />

specifications <strong>for</strong> ease of<br />

fitment<br />

Cabin filters, sometimes referred to as particle or anti-<br />

Alongside a range of cabin filters <strong>Comline</strong> also offers<br />

dust filters, are manufactured from specialised woven,<br />

activated carbon options which offer an added layer of<br />

multi-layered media designed to capture dust, pollen,<br />

protection. The design of a carbon filter sees the media<br />

spores, soot, and tyre micro-fragments. Traditional cabin<br />

filters are an effective, lower-cost option <strong>for</strong> cleansing air<br />

entering a vehicle but do not offer protection from harmful<br />

exhaust gases or unpleasant odours.<br />

impregnated with activated carbon molecules that filter<br />

out harmful, ultra-fine gas particles such as Benzine<br />

or Ozone, plus absorb unpleasant odours which may<br />

otherwise enter the vehicle cabin.<br />

High-strength, rein<strong>for</strong>ced side<br />

walls ensure stable structure<br />

and help maintain pleat<br />

uni<strong>for</strong>mity <strong>for</strong> reliable airflow<br />

Quality tested during production<br />

and within <strong>Comline</strong> Quality Lab<br />

Consistent, reliable per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

with genuine value <strong>for</strong> money<br />

Comprehensive range means<br />

there’s a <strong>Comline</strong> cabin filter <strong>for</strong><br />

all popular applications<br />

30. 31.


Data Prowess<br />

In support of a truly world-class filter range <strong>Comline</strong> invests heavily in data. A dedicated<br />

team of <strong>Comline</strong> data analysts diligently profile each part number to deliver a robust<br />

portfolio of data with each filter. The quality of this data is among the very best available in<br />

the aftermarket and this is reflected by <strong>Comline</strong>’s status as a TecAlliance ‘A’ rated and<br />

MAM AutoCat+ certified data supplier. Customers can also access a comprehensive<br />

&<br />

Data Support<br />

and interactive digital catalogue online at www.comline.uk.com<br />

Full make, model, year and application data<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> is proud to be an ‘all makes’ supplier and our<br />

comprehensive range of over 1800 filter references cover 95% of<br />

the European, Japanese & Korean vehicle parc.<br />

Our Product Development Team works tirelessly to ensure the <strong>Comline</strong> filter range<br />

is firmly aligned with the needs of the European marketplace. This fast-paced<br />

development programme simply never stops and the result is a steady and consistent<br />

stream of new-to-range filter references each and every year.<br />

This new-to-range pipeline can be viewed by scanning the QR code on the right or by<br />

visiting: www.comline.uk.com/products/new<br />

Aftermarket Demand<br />

There are currently in excess of 256 million passenger cars<br />

registered in Europe. Approximately 200 million of these vehicles are<br />

outside of manufacturer warranty and sit within the open market <strong>for</strong><br />

replacement filters. With the majority of vehicles requiring anything<br />

up to four filters at regular service intervals, the European aftermarket<br />

demand <strong>for</strong> replacement filters is simply enormous!<br />

Source: ACEA, the European<br />

Automobile Manufacturer’s Association<br />

Additional Resources<br />

Dimension data<br />

High-quality images with annotated dimensions<br />

3D visualisation<br />

Competitor cross referencing<br />

Downloadable PDF product bulletins<br />

The <strong>Comline</strong> website also plays host to a variety<br />

JAPANESE & KOREAN HERITAGE<br />

It is a little-known fact that the origin of <strong>Comline</strong> lies with filters <strong>for</strong><br />

Japanese & Korean marques and this is a legacy that continues today.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong>’s Japanese & Korean vehicle coverage is second-to-none;<br />

so, whether it’s Honda or Hyundai, Mazda or Mitsubishi, Subaru<br />

or Suzuki, <strong>Comline</strong> has the filter reference you need. <strong>Comline</strong>’s<br />

Japanese and Korean range is among the very best available<br />

anywhere in the European aftermarket.<br />

of additional filter-related content. This includes<br />

technical bulletins in<strong>for</strong>ming the market<br />

about important technical developments, new<br />

technologies or supersessions, and <strong>Comline</strong><br />

model features which showcase the range of filters<br />

available <strong>for</strong> specific makes and models.<br />

33.


MARKETING<br />

Support<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> offers an array of support<br />

materials to help customers promote<br />

their filter business and the wider<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> brand, this includes:<br />

Branding<br />

A range of banners, signage, posters and even<br />

vehicle graphics all designed to put <strong>Comline</strong><br />

filters up in lights.<br />

Merchandise<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> has a variety of merchandise options<br />

available, from simple items such as pens,<br />

keyrings and air fresheners to more premium<br />

notebooks, mugs and umbrellas.<br />

Clothing<br />

Ever popular in the automotive industry,<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> offers in excess of 60 items of<br />

promotional clothing, many of which are<br />

available with our ‘1st <strong>for</strong> <strong>Filters</strong>’ branding.<br />

Customised Promotions<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> is able to offer its customers predefined<br />

promotions which are quickly and easily<br />

customisable via the My<strong>Comline</strong> marketing<br />

portal.<br />

YOUR<br />

LOGO<br />

HERE<br />

Product Details<br />

•<br />

Over 1700 all makes filters, with one of the most<br />

comprehensive ranges in Europe<br />

Carefully selected filter media from leading global<br />

suppliers ensures reliability and micro-particle<br />

efficiency<br />

High-grade components, gasket seals and<br />

adhesives are used to provide strength and<br />

durability<br />

•<br />

•<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> beanie<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Auto Parts Limited<br />

Unit B1, Luton Enterprise Park, Sundon Park Road,<br />

Luton, LU3 3GU, England<br />

T+44(0)1582 578 888 F +44(0)1582 578 889<br />

[YOUR NAME HERE] brings you an exclusive<br />

promotion on <strong>Comline</strong> filters<br />

GET THIS<br />

WHEN YOU<br />

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PROMOTION]<br />

Promotional offer subject<br />

to availability. E&OE.<br />

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For more<br />

in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />

please contact<br />

your appointed<br />

distributor, <strong>Comline</strong><br />

Sales Rep or email<br />

marketing@comline.uk.com<br />

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<strong>Comline</strong> Headquarters,<br />

Luton, UK<br />

<strong>First</strong> established in 1991, <strong>Comline</strong> is an independent British brand that is currently one of the fastest growing in the<br />

European automotive industry. Our proven recipe <strong>for</strong> delivering consistent, reliable product quality with genuine value<br />

<strong>for</strong> money has established us as a leading aftermarket brand and seen <strong>Comline</strong> presented with a variety of awards and<br />

accolades, most notably The Queen’s Award <strong>for</strong> Enterprise: International Trade and a listing in the Financial Times’ FT1000<br />

listing of Europe’s fastest growing companies.<br />

Offering 95% availability across our all makes, multi-category product range, <strong>Comline</strong> offers quick and efficient logistics from all four European<br />

distribution hubs located in Greece, Ireland, Spain and the United Kingdom. Every inch of the brand’s 190,000 ft2 / 17,500m2 distribution<br />

capacity is geared towards providing our customers with truly first-class customer service.<br />

With a diverse product range encompassing filters, braking, steering & suspension, lubricants, wipers, batteries and much more, <strong>Comline</strong><br />

parts are trusted to per<strong>for</strong>m by distributors, workshops and technicians in over 40 countries worldwide.<br />

<strong>Filters</strong> | Braking | Steering & Suspension | Lubricants | Transmission | Batteries | Wiper Blades


- Intars, <strong>Comline</strong> Customer (Latvia)<br />

- Nikola, <strong>Comline</strong> Customer (Serbia)<br />

38. 39.


<strong>Comline</strong> Auto Parts Ltd<br />

Unit B1, Luton Enterprise Park<br />

Sundon Park Road, Luton<br />

Bed<strong>for</strong>dshire, LU3 3GU, Great Britain<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Ireland Ltd<br />

Unit 12, Monaghan Business Park<br />

Clones Road, Monaghan<br />

H18 CC43, Ireland<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Hellas S.A.<br />

Agias Annis 74<br />

Egaleo 122 41<br />

Greece<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Ibérica S.L.<br />

<strong>Comline</strong> Ibérica S.L., Avda. de las Palmeras<br />

8-Nave 2 Polig. Ind. La Sendilla<br />

28350 Ciempozuelos, Madrid, España<br />

T +44 1582 578 888<br />

F +44 1582 578 889<br />

T +353 47 81311<br />

F +353 47 77845<br />

T +30 210 3474607<br />

F +30 210 3421009<br />

T +34 916 846 044<br />

F +34 916 846 047<br />

Filter Product Development: pdd@comline.uk.com

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