{"product_id":"286514x-tf-501-air-compressor-bendix-replacement","title":"286514X TF 501 Air Compressor Bendix Replacement","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e286514X TF-501 Air Compressor – Bendix Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e286514X TF-501 air compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty replacement designed for commercial truck air brake systems. \u003cstrong\u003eThis compressor is currently in stock and ready for shipment from Ace Motor Parts.\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine-driven compressors such as the TF-501 supply the compressed air needed to operate service brakes, parking brakes, and other pneumatic components used on heavy-duty trucks and commercial vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bendix TF-501 compressor family has been widely used across a variety of truck platforms for many years. These compressors operate continuously while the engine is running and maintain air pressure inside the system reservoirs so braking performance remains consistent under normal driving and heavy-duty operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTF-501 Compressor Design\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTF-501 compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a durable \u003cstrong\u003etwo-cylinder reciprocating piston design\u003c\/strong\u003e. This single-stage compressor configuration delivers approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 cubic feet of air per minute at 1250 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the airflow needed for commercial air brake systems and other air-powered vehicle components. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring operation, the compressor is driven directly by the engine. The governor and unloading mechanism control when the compressor begins or stops compressing air, allowing the system to maintain the correct air pressure range for safe vehicle operation. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement for Bendix TF-501 air compressors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003etwo-cylinder reciprocating piston compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSingle-stage compression design for commercial air systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngine-driven compressor used in \u003cstrong\u003etruck air brake systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintains air pressure for braking and auxiliary pneumatic components\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for dependable operation in fleet and vocational vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommonly used across multiple heavy-duty truck platforms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286514X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompressor Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTF-501\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompressor Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTwo-Cylinder Reciprocating\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eSingle Stage\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Air Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12 CFM @ 1250 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine Driven\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine Supplied\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e41 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCommercial Truck Air Brake Systems\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003e286514X TF-501 Air Compressor Cross Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e286514X TF-501 compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e may also be referenced under the following part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286514\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286528X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e288658\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286528\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286514X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTF-501\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways verify compressor mounting configuration, port orientation, and engine application before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eImportance of the Air Compressor in Brake Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe air compressor is one of the most critical components of a commercial vehicle’s braking system. It continuously pumps compressed air into the vehicle’s reservoirs so that brake chambers, parking brakes, and other pneumatic systems have the pressure required for proper operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf a compressor begins to wear internally, the system may experience slow pressure build-up or reduced air supply. Replacing a worn compressor restores proper air system performance and helps maintain safe braking operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse our full selection of \u003ca href=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/air-brake-compressors\/\"\u003eair brake compressors\u003c\/a\u003e or explore our inventory of \u003ca href=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/surplus-air-brake-compressors-for-heavy-duty-trucks\/\"\u003esurplus air brake compressors for heavy duty trucks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AMP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48588358942969,"sku":"RMX286514X","price":526.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/9290\/9049\/files\/bendix-comp__14014.png?v=1782245767","url":"https:\/\/acemotorparts.com\/products\/286514x-tf-501-air-compressor-bendix-replacement","provider":"Ace Motor Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}