The Bomag 05834121 Float Switch is a genuine OEM component designed for BC 972 RB-4 and BC 1172 RB-4 refuse and landfill compactors. Sourced directly from Bomag, this float switch matches the original specification for a direct, verified installation. This switch is confirmed to fit both the BC 972 RB-4 and BC 1172 RB-4 — giving operators confidence they are installing the correct part the first time.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Sensing Accuracy — manufactured to Bomag's original switching threshold and float geometry, ensuring the fluid level is detected at precisely the right point — no calibration or adjustment needed after installation
- Direct Replacement — engineered to match the original mounting interface, electrical connector, and float travel of the factory-installed switch for a straightforward swap
- Confirmed Compactor Fitment — verified for BC 972 RB-4 and BC 1172 RB-4 refuse and landfill compactors; reference part number 05834121 when ordering to ensure accuracy
- Fluid System Protection — a correctly functioning float switch triggers the appropriate warning or shutdown before a low-fluid condition causes component damage, protecting critical systems on high-hour machines
- Electrical Safety Compliance — as a switching element in the machine's fluid monitoring circuit, using the correct OEM-specified part maintains proper signal integrity and prevents nuisance faults or missed warnings
A float switch monitors fluid levels — such as hydraulic fluid, coolant, or water — within a reservoir or tank by rising and falling with the liquid surface. When the fluid drops below a set threshold, the float triggers an electrical signal that activates a warning indicator or initiates a protective shutdown. On heavy refuse and landfill compactors like the BC 972 RB-4 and BC 1172 RB-4, reliable fluid-level monitoring is essential to preventing overheating and dry-running damage to pumps and other critical components. A worn or failed float switch can result in false readings, missed low-level warnings, or unplanned shutdowns — all of which interrupt compaction operations and risk costly component failure.
Part Details
| Part Number | 05834121 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bomag |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Float Switch |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 972 RB-4 | 00824899 |
| Refuse / Landfill Compactor | BC 1172 RB-4 | 00824901 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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