--- product_id: 2211902 title: "ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials" brand: "arb" price: "R$3898" currency: BRL in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/2211902-arb-cksa12-air-compressor-compact-on-board-12-volts-dc store_origin: BR region: Brazil --- # 12V DC power for seamless integration 180° repositionable mounting bracket Teflon carbon fiber piston seals for durability ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials **Brand:** arb **Price:** R$3898 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚙 Lock in power and precision with ARB’s compact air compressor—because your ride deserves the best. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials by arb - **How much does it cost?** R$3898 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.br](https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/2211902-arb-cksa12-air-compressor-compact-on-board-12-volts-dc) ## Best For - arb enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted arb brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Plug-and-Play Installation:** Comes with full wiring loom and solenoid plug for hassle-free setup. - • **Lightweight Yet Rugged Build:** High-strength materials cut weight without sacrificing durability—perfect for off-road warriors. - • **Heat-Dissipating Anodized Bracket:** Keeps your compressor cool and lets you mount it exactly where you need it. - • **Relocatable Waterproof Air Filter:** Optimizes air intake for cleaner, cooler performance in any environment. - • **Precision Engineered for ARB Air Lockers:** Exclusive design ensures flawless activation of locking differentials. ## Overview The ARB CKSA12 is a compact, 12V DC air compressor engineered exclusively for ARB Air Lockers locking differentials. Featuring a heat-dissipating anodized mounting bracket with 180° repositioning, a relocatable waterproof air filter, and durable Teflon-impregnated carbon fiber piston seals, it delivers reliable, lightweight performance. Designed for easy plug-and-play installation, this compressor is ideal for off-road enthusiasts seeking efficient, trouble-free locker activation. ## Description Voltage: 12V Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials / Hard anodized cylinder bores for reduced friction Designed specifically for and resistance, this compact onboard compressor comes with a full wiring loom for simplified installation and plug-in connectivity to Air Locker control solenoids. If you’re in the market for a , compact air compressor system, then have a look at this unit from ARB. This is ARB’s Compact On-Board Air Compressor Kit. This compressor is designed to activate ARB Air Differential Lockers, anodized mounting bracket dissipates motor heat and allows the compressor to be repositioned 180 degrees. Voltage: 12 V Current Draw no Load: 5.5A Air Flow @ 0 kPa: 27.7 l/min Air Flow @ 0 psi: 0.98 CFM this compressor is installed into your truck, includes a full wiring loom with air locker solenoid plug-in contacts, m Constructed of , high-strength engineering-grade materials, it incorporates quality components for and . Teflon-impregnated carbon fiber piston seals. Air Compressor, Mounting Bracket, Air Filter, Pressure Switch, On/Off Switch, and Wire Harness. At less than half the weight of other compressors, this system is ideal for competition vehicles, rock crawlers, or any other vehicle . The compressor features fully sealed components, a pressure switch-controlled air manifold system and a hard anodized cylinder bore. Mounting compressors in modern-day vehicles becomes more of a challenge because engine bays in today’s vehicles don’t allow much room for added accessories. To address this, ARB has engineered, a reliable, quality bracket system to properly integrate your ARB Compressor into select vehicles. ## Features - This compressor is designed to activate ARB air differential lockers. - Anodized mounting bracket dissipates motor heat and allows compressor to be repositioned 180 degrees - Relocatable air filter assembly for cleaner, cooler air supply and versatile waterproof air intake positioning - Teflon impregnated carbon fiber piston seals for maximum trouble free life - Constructed entirely of lightweight, high strength engineering grade materials. Hard anodized cylinder bores for reduced friction ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Additional Features | Lightweight | | Asin | B004P919D4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #49,002 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #272 in Wheel & Tire Air Compressors & Inflators #832 in Automotive Replacement Differential Assembly Kits | | Brand Name | ARB | | Capacity | 60 gallons | | Color | Factory | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (75) 4.4 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00881348006868 | | Included Components | Air Compressor Systems | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 5.6"L x 6.1"W x 8.5"H | | Item Type Name | Air Compressor Systems | | Item Weight | 4.6 pounds | | Manufacturer | ARB | | Manufacturer Part Number | CKSA12 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer warranty | | Material Type | Lightweight, high-grade materials | | Maximum Horsepower | 1 hp | | Model Name | ARB CKSA12 | | Model Number | CKSA12 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Power Source | Electric | | Recommended Uses For Product | Car Air Compressor | | Style | stationary | | Tank Volume | 120 gallons | | Upc | 782645155146 698231825495 881348006868 | | Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ARB - **Power Source:** 12 VOLTS - **Voltage:** 12 Volts (DC) ## Images ![ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616Ke76QVXL.jpg) ![ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71C9WSZnqNL.jpg) ![ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hs25ygdrL.jpg) ![ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JvalT6F7L.jpg) ![ARB CKSA12 Air Compressor Compact On-Board 12 Volts DC, Designed Exclusively for ARB Air Lockers Locking Differentials - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MqUZV29FL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: how loud is the unit? Is is too loud to mount in the cab area?** A: Here is a video I uploaded onto youtube. The compressor is mounted to a piece of 3/4" partical board (I still need to carpet it), which is mounted to some 1"x1"x1/8" angle steel, which I sandwich clamped onto my Garvin Wilderness interior rack in my 2015 Xterra which the legs were wrapped with a few wraps of "F4" or "self fusing tape" as found here on Amazon. The prevents damaging the finish on the legs, and provides another layer of vibration and noise dampening. Please note, I did not rehearse the recording so I say a few mistakes here or there, but you will get the point. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDWN7hc_Fk **Q: Does the Air Compressor contains the mounting clamp, backing plate, pressure switch, wire loom and all the mounting hardware? or just the compressor?** A: I cannot believe Amazon and ARB have not jumped on the fact that they do NOT list "what's in the box"! Shame on Amazon!Check the ARB website.It does indeed come with all you listed above except I am not sure if it has the mounting clamp or backing plate. I bought mine as a replacement for the same unit after 7 years of service. I did not need anything except the compressor. Good luck. **Q: Simple question: Can you run front and rear lockers with this compressor?** A: Yes you should be able to run both front and rear air lockers off this compressor. As well as air up tires!Thanks **Q: Will this fit and work mounted in the storage pocket under rear srorage on a 2 door 2008 jeep wrangler** A: i don't know, sorry! Most of the people install it under the hood of the engine, I have also seen it installed under the car near the gas tank, it is really small and you can place it anywhere since you control it from your cabin by a swich. if you are going to use it only to inflate the rubbers, it is fine anywhere, but if it is for use with blockers I recommend you under the engine hood. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality compressor for your air lockers *by on Reviewed in the United States March 14, 2016* I have a 1998 Cherokee that has had an air locker of some sort since about 2000. For many years I had a Quick Air II compressor which served me well but not perfectly. I had several issues with it over the years. It finally quit completely about 6 years ago. After that I installed an on-board air compressor driven by the engine. This too turned out to have issues and I abandoned it. After that I returned to an electric compressor and bought a small Harbor Freight compressor just to run the lockers (all of my other setups were used for airing up and the lockers.)The Harbor Freight compressor turned out to be nothing but problems. Obviously you get what you pay for. The first one broke the pin on the crankshaft. I modified the compressor to use a bolt in the crankshaft and that fixed the problem. Then I had problems with it over heating. Finally one of the reed valves on the piston broke.I mention all of this to highlight all of the problems I've had over the years with something that is dead simple.I finally decided to quit messing around with junk and go with a compressor made by a company who specializes in air lockers and also has years of experience and a great reputation.Looking at the price of this tiny little guy I though it was very pricey for what I was getting. At the end of the day though, I've spent much more on unreliable and frustrating solutions.One major benefit, in addition to quality and reliability, is the fact that it is already set up to accommodate two solenoids and a pressure switch. I also believe you can get an air up kit for it if you'd like. I decided not to run an air gauge as I didn't feel I need one but I believe it will also accommodate one if you would like. In addition it includes wiring harnesses to connect everything. I cannot comment on whether they worked or not because everything was already wired by me from my past setups so there was no need to read invent the wheel.One thing I'd like to say is I don't think I would recommend the air up kit for this compressor. Not to use for airing up tires any way. If you were to use it for airing up balls and small items, maybe, otherwise get a larger portable compressor for airing up. Harbor Freight does make a larger portable compressor that looks suspiciously like a Viair and works quite well.All of this said, this is a great little compressor for running your air lockers. It airs up quickly and has plenty of capacity for this job. It is very compact which makes finding a place to mount it that much easier.After years of messing around with my air source on every wheeling trip it was nice to have a system that just plain worked and needed zero intervention! The price for this little guy may seem a bit high but in reality it is worth every penny. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ARB Air Compressor *by on Reviewed in the United States March 29, 2021* This ARB air compressor is a fantastic piece of equipment. I installed it in the engine compartment of my Jeep Wrangler. I can now air my tires up after having some off road fun. Works like a charm. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice *by on Reviewed in the United States October 27, 2022* Bought specifically to run the air lockers on my jeep. works perfect. no leaks. no issues. easy to wire up. ## Frequently Bought Together - ARB CKSA12 Air Locker Accessories - ARB 180103 Aluminum Solenoid 12VDC 1/8" This is ARB's official replacement 12v electric Air Solenoid. - ARB 170201 Air Fitting Straight R1 5SP 5 mm to 1/8 mm. 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