K004852000 | Genuine Bendix® Air Brake Compressor

• Weight: 14 lbs
• Fit for: Kenworth, Peterbilt
• Functions:
  
  • Air generation: The compressor draws in ambient air and compresses it to a high pressure. This compressed air is then stored in air tanks.
    
  • Brake actuation: When the brake pedal is pressed, compressed air is released from the air tanks and flows to the brake cylinders, activating the brakes.
    
  • System operation: Compressed air is also used to power various other systems within the vehicle, such as the horn, door locks, and suspension components.
    

Bendix® is an American company renowned for its specialization in safety systems and braking systems for commercial vehicles. Their product range includes brake systems and air brakes for trucks, buses, wagons, and aircraft. Bendix® is acclaimed for its advanced technology and innovation, ensuring high quality, reliability, and efficiency in their products. Their systems are instrumental in enhancing road safety and mitigating the risk of accidents, making them a trusted name in the industry.