Multiquip 506010160 Socket Head Plug PT1/8

The Multiquip 506010160 is a genuine OEM Socket Head Plug PT1/8 designed for MVH-series reversible plate compactors, including the MVH158GH, MVH408DE, MVH408GV, and MVH508GV. As a factory-sourced component, it delivers an exact match to the original specification, ensuring a secure, leak-free seal in the hydraulic or fluid circuit where it is installed. Sourced directly through Multiquip's OEM supply chain, this plug is the correct choice when you need confidence in fit and function on heavy-duty compaction equipment.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Sealing Integrity — manufactured to Multiquip's original thread form and torque spec for a pressure-tight PT1/8 taper thread connection, not an approximation.
• Direct-Install Replacement — the internal hex socket head seats cleanly into the existing port without reworking the boss or fitting, matching the geometry of the original plug.
• Confirmed MVH-Series Compatibility — verified fitment for MVH158GH, MVH408DE, MVH408GV, and MVH508GV reversible plate compactors.
• Maintains Fluid Circuit Performance — a correctly seated plug keeps the hydraulic or oil system at operating pressure; a worn or cross-threaded plug risks fluid loss and compaction force drop.
• Fluid System Safety — proper port sealing prevents uncontrolled fluid release during operation, protecting both the operator and surrounding equipment on the worksite.

A socket head plug serves as a sealed closure for a threaded port in the machine's hydraulic or lubrication circuit. The PT1/8 designation refers to a tapered pipe thread form that self-seals as it is torqued, creating a pressure-resistant closure without the need for additional sealant in most applications. When this plug is damaged, missing, or improperly seated, fluid can escape under pressure, causing oil loss, reduced hydraulic performance, and potential contamination of the work surface. Replacing it with the correct OEM part restores the integrity of the sealed system and keeps the compactor operating at full capacity.

For fitment questions or to confirm this part is correct for your machine's serial range, contact the DHS Equipment parts team for assistance.

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Compatibility & Fitment

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