1100 038 001 Mercedes-Benz Compatible Single Cylinder Air Compressor

What does a single cylinder air compressor do?

This single cylinder air compressor serves as a critical component in the pneumatic brake system of heavy commercial vehicles. By utilizing a single-piston architecture, it compresses intake air to provide the necessary pressure for the air processing unit and storage tanks. This specific model is designed with water cooling to maintain stable operating temperatures under sustained high loads.

Compatible vehicles and engines

This component is compatible with Mercedes-Benz trucks and buses. It is also suitable for various heavy commercial vehicle applications requiring reliable air pressure. The unit features a through drive mechanism and includes an ESS feature for optimized system performance.

Installation and maintenance

The installation process requires attention to the water inlet and outlet ports, which feature M16x1,5 threads, alongside the M26x1,5 air inlet and outlet ports. Technicians should verify that the M12x1,5 unloader port is correctly integrated into the control circuit to ensure proper pressure regulation during operation.

System performance and inspection

Regular inspection of the water cooling channels and port connections is recommended to prevent pressure drops. Maintaining clean coolant flow ensures the compressor operates within optimal thermal limits, preventing premature wear of the internal components.

OE cross-reference

1100 038 001 (Single Cylinder Compressor) is the equivalent of the Mercedes-Benz and WABCO OE numbers. This part directly replaces Mercedes-Benz OE numbers 4571302415S, 4571302615S, 4571304415S, 4571304515S. It also replaces WABCO OE numbers 4123520140S, 4123520160S, 4123520260S, 4123520270S.