The Wacker Neuson Circuit Breaker is a genuine OEM electrical protection component designed for the E3000 series compact excavator. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this is the same part installed at the factory, ensuring correct fit and function within the machine's electrical system. This genuine OEM designation means the meets the exact specifications required for the E3000 platform — no guesswork on compatibility.
Key Features
- Correct Trip Rating: — Engineered to the exact amperage threshold specified for the E3000 electrical system, so the breaker trips when it should — and only when it should.
- Direct OEM Replacement: — Plugs into the existing circuit breaker position on the E3000 without modification, using the same mounting footprint and terminal connections as the original.
- E3000 Series Fitment: — Confirmed fitment across multiple E3000 machine configurations, covering a range of production variants in the series.
- Electrical System Protection: — A properly functioning circuit breaker prevents downstream damage to wiring, controllers, and sensitive components during overcurrent events — protecting far more costly parts.
- Fault Safety Compliance: — In electrical systems, using an incorrectly rated breaker can mask faults or fail to protect circuits under load; a genuine OEM part ensures the protection threshold matches the system design.
A circuit breaker is a resettable overcurrent protection device that automatically interrupts electrical flow when current exceeds a safe level. On a compact excavator like the E3000, it safeguards the machine's wiring harness and electronic components from damage caused by short circuits or overloads. When a circuit breaker fails — either by tripping unnecessarily or by failing to trip when needed — it can cause electrical faults, loss of function, or damage to components that are far more expensive to replace.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100048279 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Circuit Breaker |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E3000 | E3000 | 5100055568, 5100056441, 5100056440 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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