{"product_id":"286538x-tf-501-air-compressor-bendix-replacement","title":"286538X TF 501 Air Compressor Bendix Replacement","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e286538X TF-501 Air Compressor – Bendix Replacement for Detroit Diesel Series 60\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e286538X TF-501 air compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty engine-mounted compressor designed for air brake systems used on Detroit Diesel powered trucks, buses, and commercial equipment. \u003cstrong\u003eThis compressor is currently in stock and ready to ship from Ace Motor Parts.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is manufactured as a premium replacement unit built to meet or exceed OEM performance specifications for Bendix TF-501 compressors commonly installed on Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines and other heavy-duty diesel platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommercial vehicles equipped with air brakes depend on a reliable compressor to maintain adequate system pressure. The compressor continuously produces compressed air while the engine is running and stores that air in onboard reservoirs. That stored air powers the vehicle’s service brakes, spring brakes, and other pneumatic accessories required for safe operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe TF-501 design has been widely used across the heavy-truck industry due to its durability, steady airflow capacity, and long service life in continuous-duty applications. This particular configuration is engineered for Detroit Diesel installations using a \u003cstrong\u003e0-degree tilt flange mount\u003c\/strong\u003e and left-side air port orientation when viewed from the rear of the compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDetroit Diesel TF-501 Compressor Design\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe TF-501 is built using a rugged \u003cstrong\u003etwo-cylinder reciprocating piston mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for dependable compressed air production. Each piston compresses air through a single-stage compression cycle which allows the compressor to maintain consistent air delivery while the engine operates.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt standard operating speeds, the compressor produces approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 cubic feet of compressed air per minute at 1250 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e. This airflow output allows the system to quickly replenish air reservoirs following brake applications or when auxiliary air-powered equipment is in use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe compressor is driven directly by the engine through a gear-driven mounting configuration. Internal components receive lubrication from the engine oil supply while the compressor housing benefits from both \u003cstrong\u003eengine coolant circulation and external airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e for temperature control. This dual cooling approach helps maintain reliable operation under the demanding duty cycles typical of long-haul trucks and commercial fleets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe air compressor works in coordination with the vehicle’s governor and unloading system. Once system air pressure reaches the upper limit, the compressor unloads and temporarily stops compressing air. When pressure drops again due to brake usage, the compressor automatically resumes pumping to restore system pressure.\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 compressors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngine-driven compressor designed for Detroit Diesel Series 60 installations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003etwo-cylinder reciprocating piston compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 CFM airflow output at 1250 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlange mounted configuration with \u003cstrong\u003e0° tilt orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater-cooled and air-cooled compressor housing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeft-side inlet and outlet port orientation (viewed from rear)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupplied with installation gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn stock and ready to ship from Ace Motor Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003e286538X\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\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine Driven\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eFlange Mount – 0° Tilt\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCylinders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBore x Stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2.625 in x 1.50 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e16.5 cu in per revolution\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 12 CFM @ 1250 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e3000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e4.9 HP @ 3000 RPM \/ 100 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWater and Air Cooled\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Coolant Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2.5 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Unload Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e60 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir Inlet Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eLeft (Viewed from Rear)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir Outlet Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eLeft\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eFlange\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e43 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e286538X TF-501 compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed primarily for Detroit Diesel powered commercial vehicles and equipment requiring a flange-mounted air compressor. These compressors are commonly installed on:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetroit Diesel Series 60 heavy-duty trucks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-haul tractor units\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial buses and transit vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFleet trucks and vocational trucks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEaton-Batavia powered equipment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVarious heavy industrial and transportation platforms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBendix Interchange Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e102781\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e282094\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285970\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285971\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285973\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285985\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285987\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e285989\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286216\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286538\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e287076\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e289807\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286619\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e286623\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInternational Harvester Service Interchange\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e278668C92\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e287668C91\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e287668C92\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e990003C91\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e990003C92\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAdditional Industry Cross References\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; font-size: 14px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEL13050\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEL13050X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEL13050XM1D\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMBI286538X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMID286538X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eZZ286538X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHDX286538X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBEN286538\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBW286538\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHVG286538\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5000940\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5000940X\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e700799AT\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eN5502A\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eN5502B\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eN5502F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eN5504B\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e9059736\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e41J1255\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e432V3067\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5101017\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e7517\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e7519\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCross reference numbers indicate compatible replacement part numbers. Always confirm mounting configuration, port orientation, and engine compatibility prior to installation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy a Properly Functioning Air Compressor Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe air compressor is a critical component of a commercial vehicle’s braking system. It continuously builds compressed air that is stored in the system reservoirs and used to activate brake chambers whenever braking is required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf the compressor becomes worn internally, the system may take longer to build pressure or may struggle to maintain adequate air supply during operation. Installing a properly engineered replacement compressor restores normal air system performance and helps maintain safe braking operation across demanding fleet applications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete inventory of \u003ca href=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/air-brake-compressors\/\"\u003eair brake compressors\u003c\/a\u003e or explore our selection 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":48588359631097,"sku":"RMX286538X","price":526.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/9290\/9049\/files\/286538X__79673.png?v=1782245791","url":"https:\/\/acemotorparts.com\/products\/286538x-tf-501-air-compressor-bendix-replacement","provider":"Ace Motor Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}