Description
286550X - TF-501 CAT AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 286550X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: CAT: 1N2983 | Bendix: 106770, 286025, 286026, 286550
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Bendix Tu-Flo 501 (TF-501) CAT Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: Caterpillar diesel heavy-duty truck, semi truck, 18 wheeler, and commercial truck applications
• Mounting Style: Flange mount
• Drive Type: Engine driven, tapered shaft
• Cooling: Water / air cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Left, viewed from rear
• Air Outlet Location: Left, viewed from rear
• Discharge Type: Threaded flange
• No. of Cylinders: 2
• Bore x Stroke: 2.625 in x 1.50 in
• Displacement @ 1250 RPM: 12 CFM
• Displacement Per Revolution: 16.5 cu in
• Max RPM: 3000 naturally aspirated
• HP @ 3000 RPM / 100 PSI: 4.9 HP
• Minimum Coolant Flow @ Max RPM: 2.5 GPM
• Minimum Unload Pressure: 60 PSI
• Temperature Range: 250°F inlet / 400°F discharge
• Line Sizes: 5/8 in OD copper discharge, 5/8 in OD oil return, 1/4 in OD oil supply, 1/4 in OD unloader, 5/8 in ID inlet cavity to air cleaner, 1/2 in OD coolant
Applications:
Used on Caterpillar-powered heavy-duty truck applications requiring a TF-501 compressor with flange mounting, tapered shaft drive, left-side ports, and threaded flange discharge. Match by OE number, CAT engine hub fitment, tapered shaft configuration, port orientation, and flange mount before installation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
106770X, NT7017, 1N-2983
A cross-reference listing means this part may be a suitable replacement for the listed part numbers. Always verify fitment before installation.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
✔ Verify CAT engine fitment, flange mount, tapered shaft drive, left inlet, and left outlet before installation
✔ Confirm port orientation viewed from the rear of the compressor
✔ Match tapered shaft alignment to the CAT engine hub before mounting
✔ Use proper installation gaskets during flange installation
✔ Typical flange bolt torque: 80–100 ft-lb
SOLD AS REMANUFACTURED | CORE RETURN REQUIRED
Built to OEM standards | thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and tested to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in demanding applications.
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