The Bendix K046180 AD‑9® Air Dryer is a stand‑alone, body‑mounted air dryer assembly designed for heavy‑duty air brake systems requiring coalescing filtration. This model includes a 12‑volt, 75‑watt heater/thermostat, PuraGuard® coalescing cartridge, stainless‑steel strap mounting, and an open purge exhaust configuration. The unit features 1/2‑14 NPT supply and delivery ports, 1/4‑18 NPT control port, and a hard‑seat purge valve for reliable moisture and oil aerosol removal.
Built for durability and serviceability, the AD‑9® uses a PuraGuard® coalescing cartridge with 11 inches of removal clearance and includes both upper and lower slotted mounting brackets for flexible installation. With a 200 PSI safety valve opening pressure and no governor included, this air dryer is engineered for applications requiring enhanced oil filtration and consistent air system protection. Bendix cautions that PuraGuard® cartridges must not be replaced with standard or GC‑type cartridges.
- Product Description
- Manufacturer: Bendix
- Part Number: K046180
- AD-9 Air Dryer
- Voltage: 12 Volt DC
- Includes Oil Coalescing Filter
- Specifications
- Air Dryer Type: Stand-Alone
- Body Mounting: Ø 0.425 in Hole with 3/8-24 UNF-2A Bolted Joint (8x)
- Lower Mounting Bracket: 0.41 in x 1.15 in Slot (2x)
- Lower Mounting Bracket Angle (CCW from SUP): Loose in Box
- Upper Mounting Type: Strap (Stainless Steel)
- Upper Mounting Bracket: 0.39 in x 1.15 in Slot (2x)
- Upper Mounting Bracket Angle (CCW from SUP): Loose in Box
- Upper Mounting Bracket Height: Loose in Box
- Supply Port: 1/2-14 NPT
- Control Port: 1/4-18 NPT
- Delivery Port 1: 1/2-14 NPT
- Purge Exhaust Port: Open (No Cover)
- Purge Valve Type: Hard Seat
- Purge Volume: Standard
- Safety Valve Opening Pressure: 200 PSI
- Heater / Thermostat Rating: 12V / 75W
- Heater Connector Type: Metri-Pack 280 Series 2-Way Sealed Connector (Male)
- Heater Connector Color: White
- Cartridge Type: PuraGuard (Coalescing)
- Cartridge Thread: 5/8-11 UNC-2A
- Cartridge Stabilizer Ring Included: No
- Clearance to Remove Cartridge: 11.00 in
- Governor Included: No
- Maximum Inlet Temperature: 160 °F (71 °C)
- Minimum Operating Temperature: -40 °F (-40 °C)
- Cautionary Note(s): Do not replace PG cartridge with Standard/GC cartridge.
Cross References: 060-K046180, K046180, KO46180, KO44434, K044434, KO44435, K044435, KO44437, K044437, KO45487, K045487, KO45597, K045597, KO45599, K045599, KO46179, K046179
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