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Universal Commercial TPMS Sensors

The goals of managing fleets and commercial equipment centre around reducing downtime and operating costs. A Tyre Pressure Monitoring System helps fleet managers achieve these objectives. TPMS helps lower emissions, improve fuel economy and prevent lost profits due to excessive downtime. Replacement parts are a key component of any TPMS service programme. Having the rite parts with the rite coverage is critical. Once again, Bartec Auto ID offers a solution that is easy to use and designed to cover the vehicles serviced by tyre service companies.

Universal sensor for mounting on the rim

BARTEC Universal Sensor RSHD-1 – flexible, reliable, universal

The RSHD-1 is a freely programmable universal sensor for virtually all commercial vehicles – from tractors and trailers to buses. It reduces the number of sensor types required, simplifies stock management and ensures efficient tyre pressure management.

  • Flexible fit: Suitable for rims from 17.5 to 22.5 inches.
  • Quick installation: Rim tape included, tool-free and secure.
  • High availability: Minimises downtime and maintenance work.
  • Universally applicable: Works with all common vehicle brands.

With the Bartec Auto ID Rite-SensorHD®, workshops and fleet operators benefit from a durable, universal solution that significantly simplifies day-to-day installation and operation.

Bartec Auto ID Universal Commercial TPMS Sensor RSHD-1

Universal sensor for mounting on the valve

Bartec Auto ID Universal Commercial TPMS Sensor RSHD-2 – flexible, fast, reliable

The RSHD-2 is a freely programmable universal sensor, ideal for tractors and buses. Direct mounting on the valve makes installation quick and easy.

  • Universally applicable: Works with all common vehicle brands.
  • Reduced storage costs: One sensor type covers many vehicles.
  • Robust and reliable: For daily use under demanding commercial vehicle conditions.
  • Quick installation: Directly on the existing valve.

With this universal sensor, workshops and fleet operators benefit from more efficient service processes, minimal downtime and maximum vehicle availability.

Bartec Auto ID Universal Commercial TPMS Sensor RSHD-2

Universal Commercial TPMS Sensor FAQs

A universal commercial TPMS sensor is a programmable replacement sensor designed to support multiple compatible commercial vehicle applications. Instead of stocking a different replacement sensor for every vehicle application, workshops and fleet operators can use universal sensors to simplify stock management and improve replacement sensor availability. Bartec's RSHD-1 and RSHD-2 are freely programmable universal TPMS sensors designed for commercial vehicle applications.

The main difference between the Bartec RSHD-1 and RSHD-2 is how the sensor is mounted. The RSHD-1 is mounted to the wheel rim and is suitable for rim sizes from 17.5 to 22.5 inches. It is designed for commercial vehicle applications including tractors, trailers and buses. The RSHD-2 is mounted directly to the valve and is particularly suited to tractor and bus applications. Both are freely programmable universal commercial TPMS sensors.

Bartec RSHD-1 and RSHD-2 universal TPMS sensors provide coverage across compatible commercial vehicle applications. The RSHD-1 is designed for applications including tractors, trailers and buses, while the RSHD-2 is particularly suited to tractors and buses. Always check current vehicle and sensor compatibility before installation.

OE TPMS sensors are designed for specific vehicle applications, while universal TPMS sensors can be programmed for multiple compatible vehicle applications. For workshops and fleet operators servicing different commercial vehicles, programmable universal sensors can reduce the number of replacement sensor variants that need to be kept in stock and provide greater flexibility when replacement sensors are required. The correct sensor should always be selected and configured for the vehicle application being serviced.

Yes. Bartec RSHD-1 and RSHD-2 universal commercial TPMS sensors are programmable sensors and must be configured for the required compatible vehicle application using suitable TPMS equipment. Programming configures the replacement sensor for the vehicle application being serviced. Technicians should select the correct vehicle and follow the appropriate programming procedure before installation.

For supported applications, compatible TPMS service equipment can be used to read information from an existing sensor and transfer the sensor ID to a compatible universal replacement sensor. Copying an existing sensor ID can simplify the replacement process because the vehicle can continue to recognise the sensor ID it already knows. The correct programming and vehicle-specific procedure should always be followed for the application being serviced.

Universal TPMS sensors can help workshops and fleet operators reduce the number of different replacement sensor variants they need to keep in stock while maintaining coverage across compatible commercial vehicle applications. Programmable sensors also provide greater flexibility when servicing mixed fleets, helping simplify replacement sensor management and reduce delays caused by not having the appropriate sensor available. Bartec's RSHD-1 and RSHD-2 provide rim-mounted and valve-mounted options for different commercial vehicle applications.

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