Ingersoll Rand 89295976 Air Filter Element

The 89295976 air filter element is a genuine Ingersoll Rand intake filter for small rotary screw air compressors in the 4–22 kW range. Built with high-efficiency synthetic fiber media, it blocks dust and airborne particles from reaching the airend, protecting rotors, bearings and shaft seals from wear and extending compressor service life.

As an original intake filtration component, the 89295976 is manufactured to Ingersoll Rand global technical standards. It combines low initial pressure drop, straightforward installation and stable filtration efficiency. This element is a legacy common part covering R, UP, V, EW and RM-C series machines, making it one of the most frequently ordered intake filters for small Ingersoll Rand compressors.

Key Specifications

• Part number: 89295976
• Brand: Ingersoll Rand
• Component: Air filter element / intake filter
• Filtration rating: approx. 5 μm, approx. 98% efficiency at 5 μm
• Filter class: F5 (medium-efficiency pre-filter, per EN 779 / ISO 16890)
• Dust-holding capacity: approx. 0.15–0.25 kg at rated airflow to final resistance
• Filtration ratio: β₅ ≥ 100
• Rated airflow: approx. 0.7–4.0 Nm³/min (4–22 kW machines)
• Initial pressure drop: approx. 150–200 Pa clean, at rated airflow
• Alarm / final resistance: 500 Pa alarm; 600 Pa final (replace immediately)
• Media: synthetic fiber, approx. 80–100 g/m², with inner metal support mesh
• End caps and seal: polyurethane (PU) caps with integrally molded PU foam seal
• Operating temperature: −20 °C to 80 °C continuous; up to 100 °C short-term
• Collapse resistance: ≥ 2.5 kPa differential
• Service life: approx. 2,000–4,000 h (6–12 months) standard duty; 1,000–2,000 h in high-dust environments
• Shelf life: 36 months in sealed packaging, dry ambient conditions
• Unit of measure: EA
• Lead time: approx. 150 days on factory order

Fitment and Compatibility

The 89295976 is a legacy common part with broad coverage across Ingersoll Rand small screw compressor families. Confirmed applications include:

• R series (belt drive): R4i, R5.5i, R5.5ie, R5.5n, R7.5i, R7.5n, R11i, R11n
• RM-C series: RM15i-C, RM22i-C
• UP series: UP5 11, UP5 15, UP5 18, UP5 22
• V series (Auto): V15 Auto, V22 Auto
• VSD series: VSD15, VSD22
• EW series: EW5 22

Fitment data is drawn from the Ingersoll Rand factory parts system. If you are unsure whether this element suits your machine, send us the compressor serial number and we will confirm the correct part.

Why Intake Filtration Matters

A clogged intake filter starves the compressor of air, reducing delivered capacity and raising specific power consumption — roughly 0.5% higher specific power for every additional 100 Pa of intake pressure loss. Left unchecked, dust reaches the airend and accelerates rotor, bearing and seal wear, which can raise oil carryover and, in severe cases, lead to airend failure.

Installation and Replacement

1. Shut down and isolate: switch off the compressor and confirm the unit has fully stopped.
2. Open the filter housing: release the retaining nut or clips and lift off the cover.
3. Remove the old element: pull out the old 89295976 and check whether the center seal ring has been left in the housing groove.
4. Clean the housing: wipe the inner walls and sealing face with a clean cloth. Never re-use a loaded element after reverse air blowing.
5. Inspect the new element: verify part number 89295976, and check media, pleats, end caps and seal for damage.
6. Install: slide the new element onto the center stud, seating the seal evenly top and bottom without tilting.
7. Refit the cover: replace the cover and tighten the nut or clips evenly so the seal closes without gaps.
8. Restart and check: start the compressor and listen for air leaks at the intake.

Replacement interval: every 2,000–4,000 hours or 6–12 months under standard conditions (whichever comes first); every 1,000–2,000 hours in high-dust environments such as construction sites, mines and woodworking shops. Replace immediately if the media is visibly blackened or heavily loaded, or if running differential pressure reaches 600 Pa.

Related Parts

• 89243778 — air filter element for UP5-11C-8 filter assembly
• 88171913 — UP5-11C-8 air filter element
• 89245765 — air filter element mounting stud
• 24578023 — air filter element, 5–11 kW R series
• 46856837 — air filter element, V series 15–22 kW
• 24900318 — air filter element, RS45i / RS55i / RS75i

FAQ

Is 89295976 a genuine Ingersoll Rand part?
Yes. It is an original Ingersoll Rand spare manufactured to the company's global technical standards and designed for the original intake filter housing.

Which compressors does it fit?
It is a legacy common part covering R4i through R11i, RM15i-C/RM22i-C, UP5 11–22, V15/V22 Auto, VSD15/VSD22 and EW5-22. Provide your serial number for exact confirmation.

Can it replace the newer filter element?
The 89295976 is the legacy design. Some newer models use a different part number with potentially different mounting dimensions and interfaces, so the two are not freely interchangeable. Provide the serial number to confirm the correct replacement.

How do I know when to replace it?
Replace when the media is visibly blackened or heavily loaded, when running differential pressure reaches the 500 Pa alarm value, or when the 2,000–4,000 hour / 6–12 month interval is reached.

Ordering and Support

To confirm fitment and current availability, send your compressor serial number and required quantity. We can supply a datasheet, packing details and a formal quotation on request. Export packing and consolidated shipments are arranged per order confirmation.