Valeo Air Conditioning Compressor 12V Direct Mount 813281

The Valeo air conditioning compressor listed here is a 12V direct mount unit with part number 813281. It is supplied r conditioning compressor, with a pad fitting type, a 4 groove pulley section, and a 102mm clutch diameter.

This unit is identified as suitable for Zexel applications. It is supplied with PAG compressor oil, using PAG 46, and the listed oil fill quantity is 60. Weight is recorded at 5.35kg, which is useful when comparing handling and replacement parts.

For buyers replacing a failed compressor, the key checks are the 12V electrical specification, direct mount compressor style, 4 groove pulley, and the pad mounting arrangement. Matching the part number 813281 and the unit make reference to Zexel is the safest way to confirm you are comparing the same compressor type.

The product is sold as one each and carries a one year warranty. It sits in the cooling and AC components groups, which helps place it within the broader climate control system rather than as a universal compressor option.

Key Features

• Valeo air conditioning compressor
• 12V direct mount compressor
• Part number 813281
• Pad fitting type
• 4 groove pulley section
• 102mm clutch diameter

Specifications

• Brand: Valeo
• Product type: Air conditioning compressor
• Voltage: 12V
• Compressor mounting: Direct mount
• Pulley section: 4 groove
• Number of grooves: 4
• Clutch diameter: 102mm
• Fitting type: Pad

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, compare the part number 813281 with the compressor currently fitted to the vehicle. The most important matching points here are the 12V rating, direct mount compressor style, pad fitting type, 4 groove pulley, and the 102mm clutch diameter.

The listed unit make is Zexel, so this compressor should only be considered where the original application aligns with that make reference. If the vehicle uses a different compressor family, pulley arrangement, or mounting style, the part may not be suitable even if it looks similar at a glance.

Weight is listed at 5.35kg, which can help when comparing the unit against the removed part, especially if there are concerns about the wrong compressor being supplied previously. The compressor is sold as a single each unit and carries a one year warranty, so it is still worth confirming all application details before fitting.

If you are replacing an existing compressor, check the mounting face, pulley grooves, clutch diameter, and drive alignment carefully. Those physical details, along with the part number 813281, are the most reliable identifiers in the information provided here.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number 813281 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty One Year, Compressor Mounting Direct Mount, Pulley Section 4 Groove, Voltage 12, Oil Fill Quantity 60, Number of grooves 4, Product Group 1 COOLING, Part No. 813281.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Brand VALEO, Description Valeo Air Conditioning Compressor 12V Direct Mount, Clutch Diameter 102mm, Fitting Type Pad, Suits Unit Make Zexel, Supplementary Article/Info 2 With PAG compressor oil, Compressor Oil PAG 46, Weight 5.35kg, Product Group 2 AC COMPONENTS.

Valeo Air Conditioning Compressor 12V Direct Mount. Part number 813281 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

Pulley configuration is 4 Groove. Those physical and electrical details should line up with the original unit before the replacement is approved for fitment.

For part number 813281, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a air conditioning compressor in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Compatibility note: Confirm fitment by matching part number 813281, 12V direct mount construction, pad fitting type, 4 groove pulley, 102mm clutch diameter, and the Zexel unit make reference against the existing compressor and vehicle application.

FAQ

What is the part number for this Valeo compressor?

The part number listed is 813281. For this listing, part number 813281 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What voltage is this air conditioning compressor?

It is a 12V compressor. For this listing, part number 813281 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What type of mounting does it use?

It is listed as a direct mount compressor with a pad fitting type. For this listing, part number 813281 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What pulley configuration is listed?

The compressor has a 4 groove pulley section, with 4 grooves recorded. For this listing, part number 813281 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What oil specification is supplied with the compressor?

It is supplied with PAG compressor oil, specifically PAG 46, and the listed oil fill quantity is 60. For this listing, part number 813281 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What should I check before buying this compressor?

Match the part number 813281, the 12V rating, direct mount style, pad fitting type, 4 groove pulley, 102mm clutch diameter, and the Zexel unit make reference before ordering. For this listing, part number 813281 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.