Bendix®BA-922®Air Compressor
Upgrade for Detroit Diesel
Series 50 and Series 60
Ideally Suited for Transit Vehicles
Today's more sophisticated transit vehicles mean increased compressed air requirements.
And when you need maximum air delivery, the Bendix®BA-922®"Big Twin" air compressor
is for you.
The Bendix BA-922 model recharges the air system quickly and efficiently, even at low
speeds, making it ideal for the constant starts, stops, and lifting that are an everyday part
of transit vehicle operation.The result is greater air supply, along with these outstanding
features:
Unloader
Valve (2)
Aluminum
Cooling
Plate
Heavy Duty
Rods & Crankshaft
Reed
Discharge
Valve (2)
• Outstanding Air Delivery, Minimal Footprint – 32 cfm @ 1250 rpm ensures
quick and efficient air recharge in a more compact and lighter 2-cylinder package
• Heavy Duty Cast Crank & Connecting Rods – Superior design and construction
allows increased thru-drive capacity... rated for a 25HP (125 ft•lbs) accessory
• High Efficiency Cooling Systems – Cooler discharge air temperatures increase
air purity and the service life of all air brake components
• Multi Layered Reed Valve – Optimized air exchange during loading & unloading
cycles
• Standard North American Unloader Valve – Eliminates any special valve
requirements or hardware
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Have a Series 50 or 60 Detroit Diesel engine and want to change over to a Bendix®BA-922®from your current Bendix®Tu-Flo
750 or DuraFlo 596™compressor? Simply refer to the chart below for the appropriate kit and reman compressor part number.
Engine
Series 50 Diesel Series 50 Diesel
Series 50 CNG Series 60 non-EGR Series 60 non-EGR
ECM Position Not Applicable Rear Side
Bendix®BA-922®Air Compressor 5013695X 5013695X 5013695X
Complete Retrofit Kit** 5015871 5016263 5016728
Kit includes the following:
Compressor Fitting Kit 5016660 5016660 5016660
Plumbing Kit 5016661 5016661 5016661
CNG Only Kit 5016662 Not required Not required
Diesel Only Kit Not required 5016664 5016664
Rear Support Bracket Kit 5016663 5016663 5016663
ECM Relocation Kit Not required Not required 5016250
**Complete retrofit kit contains all of the detailed kits noted. It is not necessary to order individual kits unless applicable to your situation.
These changeover kits were developed for Series 50 and Series 60 transit applications; however, they may also be
suitable for other applications. Each kit contains complete instructions and photos. Due to the various installation
alternatives, additional hardware may be needed.
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Core Returns Made Easy
A genuine Bendix®Tu-Flo®750 or DuraFlo 596™compressor core will
be accepted in place of a Bendix®BA-922®compressor core as long
as the returned core is identified with the Bendix changeover core
tag BW1829. Only cores with the required tag will ensure Bendix
can accurately and promptly process your return. Please refer to
your Bendix core handbook for additional details.
When completing a changeover to the Bendix BA-922
reman air compressor (part number 5013695X), refer to the
replaced compressor models and part numbers in the chart
below.These are the only valid cores that will be accepted.
To complete a changeover
to the Bendix
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BA-922
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Engine
Series 50 Diesel/
compressors: Series 60 non-EGR
Bendix®Tu-Flo®750:
Valid Bendix part numbers 65260, 800394, 107812,
for the compressor model 107813X, 107783,
being replaced
109426, 5004083,
5004187X, 5005934,
5008610, 5009746
Bendix®DuraFlo 596™:
800595, 5004416,
5004417, 5005875X,
5005920, 5011086
Bendix®Tu-Flo®750:
Valid Detroit Diesel part 23509780, 23522123,
numbers for the compressor R23509780, R23522123
model being replaced
Bendix®DuraFlo 596™:
23524143, R23524143
Bendix is the only original equipment supplier to Detroit Diesel
for the Series 50 and Series 60 engines. Bendix is the only
authorized manufacturer of new and remanufactured Tu-Flo®750,
DuraFlo 596™, and BA-922®air compressors.
Bendix®BA-922®Compressor Specifications
Typical Weight
Number of cylinders 2
Swept air displacement @ 1,250 rpm 31.6 cfm
Maximum recommended rpm 3,000
Loaded HP required @ 1,250 rpm 6 hp
Unloaded HP required @ 1,250 rpm 2 hp
Thru-drive capacity
Size (H x W x L) in inches
Compressor inlet maximum turbocharge boost (psig) 0 psig (Naturally Aspirated)
1
Reference BW-121-A for the complete list of Bendix®BA-922®Compressor application
requirements to ensure optimum operation.
2
Indicates an application specific feature.
3
Measurements are taken the following way: Height, crankshaft centerline to top of cylinder
head;Width, either widest section of cylinder head or crankcase belly; Length, between
flange faces.
Note: All references to RPM are for the compressor operation.
2
2
3
1
64 lbs. (29 kg.)
25 hp
13.2 x 8.0 x 12.6
Bendix Air Compressors. The Power That Keeps You On The Road. The Value That
Keeps You Coming Back.
For more information about the Detroit Diesel Series 50 and Series 60
changeover program, or the full range of Bendix air compressors,
talk to your Bendix Account Manager, call 1-800-AIR-BRAKE or
visit www.bendix.com today.
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