NEXT-GENERATION PORTABLE AIR
ARB 12V Brushless Twin Portable Air Compressor CKBLTP12
9.18 CFM. Twin brushless motors. Serious air performance you can take anywhere.
The ARB CKBLTP12 Brushless Twin Portable Air Compressor takes the performance of ARB's next-generation Brushless Twin and packages it into a complete portable air system.
With up to 9.18 CFM of free air flow, twin brushless motors, active cooling and intelligent electronic controls, this is built for drivers who want serious inflation speed without permanently installing an onboard compressor.
Connect it directly to your vehicle battery, roll out the supplied air hose and put ARB's highest-output portable 12V compressor platform to work. When you're finished, pack the system away and take it to the next vehicle or the next adventure.
SERIOUS AIR. NO PERMANENT INSTALLATION.
The Performance of ARB's Brushless Twin, Made Portable
Some trucks need permanently installed onboard air. Others need a compressor that can be thrown in the vehicle when adventure calls.
The CKBLTP12 gives you the output of ARB's Brushless Twin platform in a self-contained portable package. There is no need to find permanent mounting space under the hood, in the bed or inside the vehicle.
Better yet, one compressor can move between your truck, SUV, 4x4 or other vehicles instead of being permanently committed to a single build.
Why Brushless Changes the Game
50% More Air Output
ARB rates the Brushless Twin at 50% greater air output than its equivalent brushed Twin compressor, cutting the time spent inflating and getting you moving sooner.
Twin Brushless Motors
Brushless motor technology eliminates traditional motor brushes while allowing ARB to electronically manage compressor operation and performance.
Active Cooling
Each motor and compressor assembly incorporates active fan cooling to help manage operating temperature during demanding inflation work.
Electronic Speed Control
Electronic speed control manages compressor performance across changing pressure and ambient-temperature conditions.
Live Status Reporting
Integrated audio and visual alerts provide live diagnostic information instead of leaving you guessing about compressor status.
Voltage & Overload Protection
Integrated electronics help protect the compressor and power supply against voltage fluctuations, overcurrent conditions and motor stalls.
9.18 CFM OF PORTABLE AIR
Spend Less Time Airing Up
Big tires take a lot of air. When you have four of them to inflate after a day on the trail, compressor output matters.
The CKBLTP12 produces up to 9.18 CFM at 0 PSI and 6.20 CFM at 29 PSI. That is 50% more free air output than ARB's proven brushed Twin compressor platform.
For trucks running larger all-terrain or mud-terrain tires, heavily equipped overland vehicles and drivers who air down regularly, that additional output translates into less time standing beside the truck waiting for pressure to build.
SMART START
Twin Motors Without the Instant Power Spike
Two high-output motors starting simultaneously can place a significant instantaneous load on a vehicle's electrical system.
ARB's Smart Start staggers power-on between the two compressor motors, reducing the initial electrical spike and allowing the Brushless Twin to start more effectively on vehicles with smaller charging systems.
Connecting It Couldn't Be Much Easier
Polarity-Correction Harness
ARB's polarity-correction harness allows either blue battery clamp to connect to either battery terminal, simplifying setup in the field.
Portable Battery Connection
Connect directly to a suitable 12V vehicle battery when air is required, then disconnect and pack the compressor away when the job is finished.
Everything Travels Together
The compressor, air hose and inflation accessories remain together in a self-contained portable package ready to move between vehicles.
Built for Bigger Adventures
High-volume output helps reduce inflation time on larger tires.
Serious compressed-air capacity without permanently consuming vehicle space.
Air down for traction, then get back to road pressure faster.
Move one high-performance compressor between different trucks and 4x4s.
HOW MUCH COMPRESSOR DO YOU NEED?
Portable Single or Brushless Twin?
Not every truck needs 9.18 CFM.
ARB's CKMP12V2 Portable High Output Single produces 3.08 CFM and remains an excellent choice for recreational tire inflation where portability, simplicity and value matter most.
The CKBLTP12 Brushless Twin steps all the way up to 9.18 CFM for drivers with larger tires, frequent inflation requirements or those who simply want ARB's highest-output portable 12V compressor platform.
Complete Portable Air Package
- ARB CKBLTP12 Brushless Twin Portable Air Compressor
- Portable carry case
- Polarity-correction battery harness
- 20 ft air hose
- Tire inflation chuck
- Blow gun
ARB CKBLTP12 Specifications
| Part Number | CKBLTP12 |
| Design | Portable Twin Air Compressor |
| Motor | Brushless Twin |
| Voltage | 12V DC |
| Air Flow @ 0 PSI | 9.18 CFM |
| Air Flow @ 29 PSI | 6.20 CFM |
| Maximum Pressure | 150 PSI |
| Maximum Current | 90A |
| Duty Cycle | 90% |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 18.8 × 14 × 7.3 in |
| Weight | 29.3 lb |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ARB Brushless Twin Portable need to be permanently installed?
No. The CKBLTP12 is a portable compressor system designed to connect to a suitable 12V vehicle battery when required and be stored when not in use.
How much air does the CKBLTP12 produce?
ARB rates the Brushless Twin Portable at 9.18 CFM at 0 PSI and 6.20 CFM at 29 PSI.
How much faster is it than ARB's brushed Twin compressor?
ARB states that its Brushless compressor platform provides approximately 50% more air output than the equivalent brushed compressor.
What is Smart Start?
Smart Start staggers power-on between the two compressor motors. This reduces the electrical spike that would otherwise occur if both motors started simultaneously.
What does the polarity-correction harness do?
The portable Brushless compressor includes a polarity-correction harness that allows either of the two blue battery clamps to be connected to either battery terminal.
Does the compressor protect itself against electrical problems?
Yes. ARB incorporates voltage and overload protection along with electronic monitoring that can respond to conditions including voltage fluctuations, overcurrent, motor stalls and temperature.
Does it include an air hose?
Yes. The CKBLTP12 includes a 20 ft air hose, tire inflation chuck and blow gun.
Is the CKBLTP12 waterproof?
ARB specifies an IP67 water and dust protection rating for the compressor. Always follow ARB's operating, connection and storage instructions.
What is the difference between the portable Single and Brushless Twin?
The CKMP12V2 Portable Single produces 3.08 CFM at 0 PSI. The CKBLTP12 uses twin brushless motors and produces 9.18 CFM at 0 PSI, making it substantially better suited to customers who prioritize inflation speed and high air volume.
THE CAP-IT TAKE
This Is the Portable Compressor for People Who Hate Waiting
The attraction of the CKBLTP12 is pretty straightforward: 9.18 CFM without permanently installing anything in your truck.
That's a lot of portable air. Add twin brushless motors, active cooling, Smart Start, electronic protection and the polarity-correction harness, and this becomes much more than simply a faster version of ARB's traditional portable compressor.
If you air down regularly, run larger tires or simply want to spend as little time as possible standing beside the truck waiting for four tires to inflate, the ARB Brushless Twin Portable is the one we'd reach for.
WHY BUY ARB FROM CAP-IT?
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From occasional tire inflation to serious onboard air systems, Cap-it can help match the right ARB compressor to your tire size, vehicle and type of travel.
ARB BRUSHLESS PORTABLE AIR
Air Down. Explore Further. Air Up Faster.
Put 9.18 CFM of ARB Brushless air in the truck and take serious inflation performance wherever the next trail leads.
Twin brushless power. Portable convenience. Less time waiting.