The Multiquip 6162731910 Shaft Tacho Drive DCA-500SSK SA6D170-1 is a genuine OEM component designed for the DCA500SSK ultra-silent diesel generator series. This part is sourced directly through Multiquip's authorized supply chain, ensuring an exact match to the original specification for the SA6D170-1 engine platform. The 6162731910 is a direct-replacement component confirmed for DCA500SSK applications, giving fleet operators and service technicians confidence that the part will install and function as intended from the first use. DHS Equipment stocks genuine Multiquip OEM parts to keep your generator running at full capacity.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Engineering — Manufactured to the exact tolerances required by the SA6D170-1 engine, ensuring the tachometer drive shaft engages and spins with the precision the generator's monitoring system depends on.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Engineered as a drop-in replacement for the DCA500SSK, matching the original mounting interface and shaft dimensions so installation proceeds without modification.
- Confirmed DCA500SSK Fitment — Specifically designed for the DCA500SSK ultra-silent generator platform; verify your model and engine code before ordering to ensure compatibility.
- Accurate Engine Speed Monitoring — A functional tacho drive shaft delivers a consistent signal to the tachometer, allowing operators to monitor engine RPM and identify irregularities before they escalate into larger mechanical issues.
- Extended Service Life — As a genuine OEM part, the part is produced from materials selected for the thermal and rotational demands of continuous-duty generator operation, supporting long service intervals.
The tacho drive shaft transmits rotational motion from the engine to the tachometer, providing a real-time readout of engine speed during generator operation. On large diesel generator sets like the DCA500SSK, accurate RPM data is critical for load management, engine health monitoring, and ensuring the unit holds correct frequency output. When the tacho drive shaft wears, breaks, or becomes disconnected, the tachometer signal is lost — leaving operators without visibility into engine speed and potentially masking conditions such as overspeed or underload that could damage the generator set or connected equipment.
Part Details
| Part Number | 6162731910 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Shaft Tacho Drive DCA-500SSK SA6D170-1 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Diesel Powered Generators | DCA500SSK |
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
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
Questions? Contact our team at [email protected] or 866-611-9369 — DHS Equipment is here to help you maintain peak performance.
