Racor

About Racor: A Legacy of Engine Protection

Racor, a division of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the most recognized names in engine filtration. Founded in 1969 in Modesto, California, Racor was acquired by Parker Hannifin in 1985, and has since grown into a global authority on keeping engines clean and running efficiently. The brand name itself has a clever origin: it traces back to two inventors — Wendel Rogers and Shannon Copeland — who developed a device that removed water from diesel fuel through gravity and centrifugal force, and in December 1969 Racor Industries, Inc. was born.

Racor is the global leader in fuel, air, oil, and coolant filtration systems for internal combustion engines and fuel delivery applications. Racor filtration products are used in diesel and gasoline engines across transportation, marine, construction, and power generation industries to ensure clean fuel and optimal performance. Whether you operate a long-haul diesel truck, a commercial fishing vessel, a farm tractor, or a stationary generator, there is a Racor solution engineered for your application.

What Sets Racor Apart

At the core of Racor's reputation is genuine engineering innovation. Racor filters are designed with Aquabloc® media that removes water and ultra-fine particulates, protecting engine components and extending service life. The Racor Turbine Series, for example, is a three-stage filtration system that provides maximum protection of diesel engine components by effectively removing contaminants from fuel, such as water, silica, sand, dirt, and rust.

Racor products are known for their combination of high efficiency, long life, and unsurpassed water removal performance, and Racor engineering develops innovative solutions to become integral components in complex engine systems designed by the world's leading OEM engine manufacturers. Racor's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities feature a fully equipped laboratory and testing center and are ISO 9001 / TS16949 / ISO 14001 certified.

Racor's Core Product Categories

Racor's product line includes fuel filter/water separator systems, high-flow filter vessels and elements, oil filter systems, automatic transmission filters, heavy-duty engine air filters, crankcase ventilation filter systems, and coolant products. Racor also offers concentrated additives for fuel, gasoline, and lube oil.

For marine enthusiasts and commercial operators alike, Racor's fuel filters and water separators are the gold standard — available in spin-on, cartridge, and turbine configurations across a wide range of flow rates to match any engine size. Those managing diesel fleets or heavy equipment will find Racor's engine air filters and crankcase ventilation (CCV) systems equally indispensable, reducing harmful emissions and protecting sensitive engine internals. Rounding out the lineup, Racor oil filters deliver the same high-efficiency filtration philosophy to your engine's lubrication circuit.

Racor's filter systems have earned the confidence and respect of engineers, owners, and operators around the world in many different industries such as marine, industry, and transportation. When engine protection matters, Racor remains the trusted choice.