Typical application where you find the integrated compressor is in light commercial vehicles or larger "light duty“ trucks or SUVs. These vehicles have wide varying loads, from daily commutes to towing a boat or camper trailer. Consumer benefits include optimum ride height, easy lifting and lowering on driver demand, and increased comfort, irrespective of the load. Vehicle manufacturer benefits include potential to reduce the number of spring variants and their associated costs.
A new integrated high-power compressor which includes valves for air springs plus a high-pressure reservoir and sensors for pressure and temperature. This was developed specifically for rear air suspension application that demanded fast vehicle lifting.
For the benefit of vehicle manufacturers, internal integration of the control and exhaust valves, and other components, reduces the number of components, such as wiring harness connectors and pneumatic pipes, along with the cost and time to install them on the vehicle.
