Maytag Commercial Dryer Lint Filter Parts — Models & Compatibility

If you're running Maytag commercial dryers in a laundromat or multi-housing facility, you know the lint filter isn't just another maintenance item—it's what keeps your machines running and your fire risk low. The WP37001142 lint filter is the direct factory replacement for dozens of Maytag MDE and MDG series commercial dryers, fitting both electric and gas models from the mid-2000s through current production.

This hub covers compatibility for Maytag commercial dryer models that use this specific lint screen design. Whether you're replacing a cracked frame, warped mesh, or a filter that's been "temporarily fixed" with duct tape one too many times, you'll find your model number here.

Is This the Right Filter for Your Commercial Dryer?

Check the model number plate on your Maytag dryer—it's typically located inside the door opening on the front panel rim, or on the back panel near the power cord. You're looking for model numbers that start with MDE (electric) or MDG (gas) followed by four digits and usually ending in AYW, AZW, or DAWW.

Common series that use this filter include the MDE2706, MDE3706, MDE4806, MDE5806, MDET236, MDET336, and MDET446 electric models, plus their gas equivalents like MDG208, MDG308, MDG2706, MDG3706, and MDG4606. If your model number appears in the compatibility list below, this filter is a direct fit.

About This Replacement Lint Filter

The WP37001142 is built for commercial duty cycles—we're talking 10-20 loads a day, not household use. The frame is injection-molded ABS plastic with reinforced corners where most aftermarket filters crack first. The mesh screen is fine enough to catch lint without restricting airflow, which matters when you're trying to maintain cycle times in a commercial setting.

This filter replaces original Whirlpool part numbers 37001142, AP6008778, 40124401, 503627, and PS11741919. It's the same filter Maytag sells through commercial parts distributors, often at twice this price. The dimensions are approximately 19 inches tall by 9 inches wide, with the characteristic curved top that fits the lint trap housing.

In commercial settings, lint buildup isn't just about efficiency—it's a legitimate fire hazard and a code compliance issue in many jurisdictions. A cracked or warped filter lets lint bypass into the blower housing and exhaust duct, where it accumulates over time. If your filter frame is cracked, the mesh is separating from the frame, or the whole thing doesn't slide smoothly in and out of the housing anymore, replace it now rather than waiting for an inspector to red-tag your equipment.

Compatible Maytag Commercial Dryer Models

This lint filter fits the following Maytag commercial dryer models. The list includes both coin-op and non-coin models across multiple series:

• MDE308DAYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE2706AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE2706AZW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE3706AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE3706AZW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE3757AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE3758AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE4658AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE4806AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE4806AZW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE508DAYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE5806AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDE5806AZW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDET236AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDET336AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDET446AYW — Commercial electric dryer
• MDG208DAWW — Commercial gas dryer
• MDG308DAWW — Commercial gas dryer
• MDG2706AWW — Commercial gas dryer
• MDG3706AWW — Commercial gas dryer

The complete compatibility list includes over 50 models across Maytag's commercial dryer lineup. If you don't see your exact model number here but it starts with MDE or MDG and was manufactured after 2005, there's a strong chance this filter fits—measure your existing filter or contact us with your model number to verify.

Installation & Maintenance Tips

Installation is straightforward: pull the old filter straight out of the lint trap housing, slide the new one in until it seats fully. The filter should move smoothly without binding—if it doesn't, check for lint buildup in the housing tracks or damage to the housing itself.

In commercial settings, you should be cleaning this filter after every load, not every day. Lint buildup reduces airflow, extends dry times, and wastes energy. If you're running a laundromat, train customers to clean the filter—post signage, make it part of your machine instructions. For multi-housing, maintenance staff should check and clean daily at minimum.

Keep a spare filter on hand. When this one cracks or warps, you don't want your commercial dryers down while you wait for shipping. At commercial usage rates, you'll typically replace these filters every 2-3 years depending on load volume and how well they're maintained.