Abstract: Baffle plate and gasket arrangements are provided. The arrangements include a baffle plate (60) and gasket (104). Preferred arrangements include the baffle plate (60) having an outer peripheral sidewall (64) defining a gasket seat, with a gasket mounted within the seat such that an axial seal is formed against an appropriately positioned structure on a housing can. Housing arrangements for fluted filter arrangements include a can, a baffle plate, and a gasket. The gasket is mounted with respect to the baffle plate and the can to form an axial seal between the can and the baffle plate. Filter arrangements including a housing of the type characterized and a filter cartridge operably mounted therein. In addition, methods of assembly and use are provided.