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FASTER AIR FOR OUT THERE

The ARB Brushless Air Compressor range has been designed with the unmatched DNA of ARB’s Brushed compressor, engineered into a league of their own, breaking new ground in performance and output – giving you less time inflating, and more time adventuring.

With new technology and improved performance, the Brushless Compressor sets a new industry standard.

Faster Air For Out There.

EXPLORE THE RANGE

SINGLE MOUNTED

TWIN MOUNTED

SINGLE PORTABLE

TWIN PORTABLE

40 Years of innovation

THE CHALLENGE WAS SET

ARB’s compressor journey began in 1985 when tasked with creating the best compressor on the market – leading to the creation of Compressor 1. Since then, ARB has not only evolved compressors but led the industry in vehicle air systems technology. Requests from both the Australian and United States Military services for an even higher output compressor resulted in the creation of the ARB Twin Compressor, which set a new benchmark for performance. ARB produced a more powerful, compact and reliable product, meaning an ARB compressor was a mainstay in not just military vehicles but also everyday 4WD’s.

THE CHALLENGE HAS BEEN EXCEEDED

Introducing the ARB Brushless. Nearly 40 years on and still designed, engineered and built in Australia. Maintaining the distinct ARB compressor DNA, they are engineered to stand in a league of their own, breaking new ground in performance and output.

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Features

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50% INCREASE IN OUTPUT

ARB Brushless compressors boast an additional 50% output when compared to our current market leading ARB brushed compressors thanks to the brushless motor, meaning less time inflating and more time adventuring.

50% INCREASE IN OUTPUT

ARB Brushless compressors boast an additional 50% output when compared to our current market leading ARB brushed compressors thanks to the brushless motor, meaning less time inflating and more time adventuring.

ACTIVE COOLING

An active cooling system has been included in each motor/compressor assembly to achieve higher performance. When powering off, the Brushless utilises a fan which automatically turns off once the unit has cooled to ensure premium performance and longevity.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

Maintains optimum performance and operations across all pressure and ambient temperature conditions.

STATUS REPORTING

Live diagnostics via audio and visual alerts.

VOLTAGE PROTECTION

Protects the compressor and power supply from damage due to voltage spikes, drops and fluctuations.

OVERLOAD PROTECTION

Protects the compressor and power supply from damage due to over-current or motor stall.

FUNCTIONAL CONTINUITY

The ARB Brushless is constantly monitoring itself and can make adjustments to account for factors such as temperature and variations in vehicle charging systems.

MAINTENANCE FREE MOTOR

Brushless means no wearing components, giving you a compressor with increased life cycle, whilst removing the need for internal servicing to replace brushes, etc.

EFFICIENT DESIGN

Class-leading airflow to weight ratio.

QUICK-RELEASE MOUNTS

On-board units can be removed using cam-lock quick release mounts, making installation and removing a simple process.

RELAYS ELIMINATED

The inclusion of the brushless motor also means there is no need for the mounting of relays, further reducing the install time.

SMART START-UP

Staggered “Power-On” for twin variants to reduce the power spike at start up allowing brushless twins to start up on vehicles with smaller charging systems.

MOTOR ISOLATION

As an inbuilt part of the brushless twin compressor’s programming, it can shut down one of its two motors in order to keep operating on a vehicle where the charging system has become too drained to still support twin compressor levels of output.

POLARITY CORRECTION HARNESS

The Brushless portable variants include a polarity correction harness, allowing you to connect either of the blue compressor clamps to either of the two terminals on your battery.

50% INCREASE IN OUTPUT

50% INCREASE IN OUTPUT

ARB Brushless compressors boast an additional 50% output when compared to our current market leading ARB brushed compressors thanks to the brushless motor, meaning less time inflating and more time adventuring.

ACTIVE COOLING

ACTIVE COOLING

An active cooling system has been included in each motor/compressor assembly to achieve higher performance. When powering off, the Brushless utilises a fan which automatically turns off once the unit has cooled to ensure premium performance and longevity.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

Maintains optimum performance and operations across all pressure and ambient temperature conditions.

STATUS REPORTING

STATUS REPORTING

Live diagnostics via audio and visual alerts.

VOLTAGE PROTECTION

VOLTAGE PROTECTION

Protects the compressor and power supply from damage due to voltage spikes, drops and fluctuations.

OVERLOAD PROTECTION

OVERLOAD PROTECTION

Protects the compressor and power supply from damage due to over-current or motor stall.

FUNCTIONAL CONTINUITY

FUNCTIONAL CONTINUITY

The ARB Brushless is constantly monitoring itself and can make adjustments to account for factors such as temperature and variations in vehicle charging systems.

MAINTENANCE FREE MOTOR

MAINTENANCE FREE MOTOR

Brushless means no wearing components, giving you a compressor with increased life cycle, whilst removing the need for internal servicing to replace brushes, etc.

EFFICIENT DESIGN

EFFICIENT DESIGN

Class-leading airflow to weight ratio.

QUICK-RELEASE MOUNTS

QUICK-RELEASE MOUNTS

On-board units can be removed using cam-lock quick release mounts, making installation and removing a simple process.

RELAYS ELIMINATED

RELAYS ELIMINATED

The inclusion of the brushless motor also means there is no need for the mounting of relays, further reducing the install time.

SMART START-UP

SMART START-UP

Staggered “Power-On” for twin variants to reduce the power spike at start up allowing brushless twins to start up on vehicles with smaller charging systems.

MOTOR ISOLATION

MOTOR ISOLATION

As an inbuilt part of the brushless twin compressor’s programming, it can shut down one of its two motors in order to keep operating on a vehicle where the charging system has become too drained to still support twin compressor levels of output.

POLARITY CORRECTION HARNESS

POLARITY CORRECTION HARNESS

The Brushless portable variants include a polarity correction harness, allowing you to connect either of the blue compressor clamps to either of the two terminals on your battery.

Brushless Specifications
Brushed Specifications
 

Brushless Air Compressor FAQs

  • Brushed compressor v Brushless compressor

    Brushed motors use brushes and a commutator to transfer electrical current to the rotor, making them simpler and less expensive but requiring more maintenance due to wearing components. In contrast, brushless motors eliminate brushes and use electronic controllers to manage current flow, resulting in higher efficiency, and lower maintenance requirements.

  • What are the advantages of an onboard air compressor? 

    The greatest advantage of an onboard air compressor is the enhanced accessibility, an onboard air compressor doesn’t need to be packed, unpacked or plugged in. They are often discreetly mounted and don’t take up precious cargo space. Unlike portable compressors, onboard compressors are always with you on any adventure, so there’s no risk of forgetting your compressor or being caught out.

    Additionally, an onboard air compressor can assist with the convenient use of other accessories, as it can be plumbed directly into Air Lockers and air suspension.

  • Twin vs Single air compressor?

    A single compressor is constructed of one compressor providing an air supply, which can be simpler and less costly, ideal for fitment in vehicle’s that do not have much space. In contrast, a twin compressor system employs two compressors, working in tandem, to provide a greater volume of air and efficiency. This setup is ideal for those that have big tyres, a trailer and other high volume air needs.

  • Where is the best place to mount a compressor?

    ARB compressors are IP sealed, protecting them against both water and dust ingress. The result is a product which can be mounted almost anywhere, depending on space allocation and vehicle setup. ARB offer a range of universal and vehicle specific compressor mounting solutions. Please contact your nearest ARB dealer or stockist to find the compressor bracket for your setup.

  • Mounted compressor v portable compressor

    An onboard mounted air compressor is ideal for those that need regular air day-to-day. Whereas a portable compressor is more suited to those that only require compressed air occasionally or need air on multiple vehicles.

  • What fittings do I need to mount the brushless compressor? 

    ARB offer a variety of fittings and air lines to suit nearly every setup, the possibilities are endless. Please contact your nearest ARB dealer or stockist for the best solution for your vehicle.

  • Is there any way to monitor my brushless compressor? 

    Yes. The brushless compressor has been designed with status reporting, which the user receives via a series of flashes on the control switch, or via audible beeps.

  • Is the brushless compressor compatible with my air suspension? 

    Yes. Using ARB LINX or ARB’s Bluetooth air suspension control module, you can control and monitor your vehicle’s air bag suspension.

  • Does the brushless compressor support an Air Locker? 

    Yes, ARB’s range of onboard air compressors feature plug and play wiring to directly connect to and control ARB Air Locker solenoids and dashboard switches.  Twin air compressors will require a manifold for attaching solenoids.

  • Why are the portable brushless compressor clamps blue? 

    Brushless compressor clamps are coloured blue as the orientation in which you place them on the battery terminals doesn’t matter. The brushless compressor has a polarity correction circuit built into the harness to allow this.

  • What is a polarity correction harness? 

    A polarity correction harness simplifies the use of an ARB portable brushless compressor by allowing either alligator clamp to be connected to either battery terminal.

  • Can I power an air tool with my compressor? 

    Yes, we recommend adding a 4L ARB air tank to your onboard mounted brushless compressor to ensure you have the volume on hand to support this.

  • Can I use my brushless compressor in the rain? 

    The ARB brushless compressor is IP67 water resistant meaning you can operate it out in the rain.

  • Is my brushless compressor waterproof? 

    The ARB brushless compressor is IP67 water resistant, meaning it can be briefly fully submerged, keeping in mind that being an air compressor, it does suck in air and therefore it needs a remote intake fitted at a level which will never submerge.

  • Why does my brushless compressor get hot? 

    The temperature of air goes up as air is compressed, the faster air is compressed, the hotter the air gets.  Therefore, a compressor with a performance level such as the brushless range is going to generate heat, which is handled by the integral active cooling system.

  • Why is my brushless compressor noisy? 

    Most of the noise from an air compressor is generated from the intake as air is ingested in very fast pulses.  That noise is going to become louder as the speed increases.  If noise is an issue, then relocating the intake (ARB Air Filter Relocation Kit – 171519) will greatly reduce the sound levels.

  • How much power will I need to supply to a brushless compressor? 

    Your battery and charging system will ideally need to be able to supply 90 amps at no less than 11.5 volts (while running) for the twin, and 45 amps at no less than 11.5 volts for the single models.

  • Where are ARB’s brushless compressors made? 

    ARB’s brushless compressors are all designed, built, and individually dyno tested in Melbourne, Australia.

  • What happens if my vehicle battery is run down from camping? 

    ARB’s brushless compressors will attempt to detune the air delivery until a suitable voltage level is achieved.  In the case of a twin compressor, it may even shut off one of the two motors if necessary.  If a suitable voltage level cannot be reached, then the compressor will stop and echo the status code for ‘Low Voltage’.

  • Why don’t both motors of the twin compressor start at the same time? 

    The brushless twin compressor intentionally staggers the start up by only half a second so that the power on surge is effectively halved, allowing it to achieve startup on a lower battery level than otherwise possible, and being kinder to your charging system.

  • How can so much air come from such a small air compressor? 

    ARB’s brushless compressors utilise a very high grade of neodymium (rare earth) magnetic rotor core to get very big-motor performance from a small-motor size.

ASK ABOUT A QUOTE

Find your nearest ARB distributor and head in-store to receive a quote on a Brushless Compressor for your four-wheel-drive.

To get started with creating your own air system, give your local store a call today to know about the prices of different options in the range.

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