Raptor 4x4
Reference: RAP-TYCAB
Compressors and accessories
Tyrex 12V Air Compressor for Pneumatic Differential Lockers
A Tyrex 12V compressor built to run pneumatic differential lockers. The kit comes with a pressure switch, electrical wiring and an activation button – everything needed for a correct installation. Beyond driving the lockers it also works as an ordinary tyre inflator.
Tyrex 12V Air Compressor for Pneumatic Differential Lockers
A pneumatic diff locker is only as good as the air supply behind it. Without a compressor even the most expensive locker sits in the vehicle doing nothing, which is why the compressor belongs in the same order as the locker rather than in a vague plan for later.
This Tyrex unit is built for exactly that job. The manufacturer describes it as a large three-way compressor intended to operate lockers, supplied complete with its electrical harness. You are not left with a bare pump and a wiring puzzle.
Voltage 12 V | Purpose pneumatic lockers + tyre inflation | Kit compressor, pressure switch, wiring, button |
Key benefits
- A complete install kit – pressure switch, electrical wiring and activation button are included, so you are not sourcing hardware separately.
- Two jobs, one unit – the same compressor drives the lockers and airs the tyres back up when you return to the road.
- Three-way layout – a design intended for locker duty rather than a general-purpose pump pressed into service.
- 12V supply – it runs from the standard electrical system of a 4x4.
- Pressure switch included – the switch manages compressor operation instead of leaving it to your memory.
What is in the kit
- Tyrex 12V compressor
- Pressure switch
- Electrical wiring
- Activation button
Technical data
- Supply voltage: 12 V
- Layout: three-way compressor
- Intended use: operating pneumatic differential lockers, tyre inflation
- Catalogue weight: 5 kg
- Brand: Tyrex
- Manufacturer part number: TYCAB
Who it is for: anyone building a vehicle for serious terrain where the locker is engaged from the cab, and anyone who also wants onboard air for the tyres. It is typically installed alongside the locker during the same workshop visit.
Installation notes
The compressor is mounted permanently in the vehicle and connected to the 12V system and to the locker air lines, so plan a spot sheltered from water and mud. The kit covers the electrical hardware, but the job still takes a few hours and involves routing air lines to the axles.
Why it is worth it
- A solution dedicated to lockers rather than a generic shelf compressor.
- All the electrical hardware in one purchase.
- One unit handles the lockers and inflates the tyres.
If a pneumatic locker is on your list, this compressor closes the air-supply side of it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included?
The compressor, a pressure switch, electrical wiring and an activation button. The distributor states the kit contains everything needed for a correct installation.
Can I inflate tyres with it?
Yes. The distributor notes that besides operating pneumatic lockers the unit can also be used as an ordinary tyre compressor.
What electrical system does it need?
A 12V system – the standard in cars and 4x4s.
Which lockers does it suit?
The manufacturer lists it as a compressor for operating pneumatic differential lockers and pairs it with its own Tyrex lockers. Compatibility with another brand of locker is worth confirming before you buy.
