The Multiquip 8980388550 Fan Belt is a genuine OEM replacement designed for the DCA45SSIU4, DCA45USI2, and DCA45USI4CAN ultra-silent diesel generator series. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this belt matches the exact profile, length, and tension specification of the original component installed at the factory. It is confirmed compatible across DCA45-series units, including the Canadian-market DCA45USI4CAN and the French-Canadian DCA45USI4CAN (FR) variants, so you can order with confidence regardless of your regional configuration. Keeping an OEM-matched belt on your generator ensures the cooling and charging systems perform as engineered under continuous load conditions.
Key Features
- Exact OEM Belt Profile — Matches the original cross-section, pitch, and length spec of the DCA45-series belt drive, ensuring correct tension from the moment of installation.
- Genuine Multiquip Component — Sourced directly through the Multiquip OEM parts program; not a generic industrial belt adapted to fit.
- Broad DCA45-Series Compatibility — Fits DCA45SSIU4, DCA45USI2, DCA45USI4CAN, and DCA45USI4CAN (FR) ultra-silent generator models.
- Cooling System Integrity — A correctly tensioned, properly sized belt keeps the cooling fan turning at the designed speed, preventing thermal overload during extended generator run times.
- Electrical System Protection — Consistent belt operation maintains alternator drive speed, protecting stable output voltage and frequency under load.
The fan belt on a diesel generator drives the cooling fan and, in most configurations, the alternator as well. It transfers rotational power from the engine's crankshaft pulley to these driven accessories, keeping the engine within its safe operating temperature range and sustaining electrical output. When a belt stretches, cracks, or breaks, the cooling fan slows or stops entirely, causing rapid heat buildup that can lead to engine shutdown or long-term damage — and generator output voltage can become unstable or cease altogether. Replacing a worn belt with a correctly matched OEM component like the Multiquip 8980388550 restores full system performance and prevents unplanned outages.
For fitment questions or to confirm this part is correct for your specific DCA45-series unit, contact the DHS Equipment parts team directly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 8980388550 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Fan Belt |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Diesel Powered Generators | DCA45SSIU4 |
| Diesel Powered Generators | DCA45USI4CAN |
| Diesel Powered Generators | DCA45USI2 |
| Diesel Powered Generators | DCA45USI4CAN (FR) |
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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