This filter is perfect for my Dewalt dxv16pa and a smaller 6 gallon vacuum. It nestles snugly and completely against the upper body of the vacuum cleaner and is fixed with the same handle with a twist lock. The filter media appears to be as good as the Dewalt OEM filter media and is the same style and quality as the carbide frame. Performance wise I didn't notice any difference in suction or filtering between the original and this filter. This filter is washable just like the original version that came with my vacuums. Since the price is about the same as an OEM filter (currently), I would probably settle for an OEM filter unless that filter costs less than an OEM filter or unless an OEM filter was not available. . But nice to know that there are other options.