Description
Description: Air Brake Compressor
Condition: New
Brand: Bendix®
Part Number: 5001940, 5001940BXR, 5001940X, 5396-5001940X, MID5001940X, R9555001940X, ZZ5001940X
- 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.
A part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, Bendix® provides the automotive and truck parts industry with cutting-edge energy management solutions, active safety technologies, and air brake charging for tractors, buses, commercial vehicles, trailers, as well as medium- and heavy-duty trucks throughout North America. Headquartered in Elyria, Ohio, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems employs over 3,200 people who work hand in hand for the accomplishment of the brand’s vision: “to become the leading worldwide supplier of active vehicle safety systems within the commercial vehicle industry.” This brand takes pride in being the first to introduce many notable parts and technologies to the North American commercial vehicle market. Among these many firsts are the groundbreaking air brake system technologies such as air dryers, air compressors, and ABS. At Bendix, exceeding industry standards is a strict requirement.
