The Wacker Neuson Belt Guard is a genuine OEM component designed for DPU 2540H, DPU 2550H, DPU 2560H, DPU 2560H-TS, and BPU 2540A series reversible vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this belt guard installs exactly as the original, requiring no modification to mounting points or hardware. It is sourced directly through Wacker Neuson's authorized parts network, ensuring the part you receive matches the original specification. If your current guard is cracked, missing, or damaged, part number is the correct replacement to restore your machine to full working condition.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and dimensional standards, ensuring the guard fits and functions exactly as the one that left the factory.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement: — Mounts to existing attachment points on DPU and BPU compactor frames with no drilling or modification to the machine body.
- Broad DPU and BPU Compatibility: — Confirmed fitment across DPU 2540H, DPU 2550H, DPU 2560H, DPU 2560H-TS, BPU 2540A, and BPU 2540A US vibratory plate compactors.
- Drive Belt Protection: — Shields the exciter drive belt from debris, aggregate, and impact contact — preserving belt life and preventing premature wear or breakage on the compaction system.
- Operator Safety Compliance: — A properly fitted belt guard is a required safety cover on powered compaction equipment. Replacing a damaged or absent guard restores the machine's safe operating condition and keeps it compliant with site safety requirements.
The belt guard on a vibratory plate compactor covers the drive belt that transfers power from the engine to the exciter mechanism responsible for generating compaction force. Without this guard in place, the belt is exposed to stone, soil, and debris kicked up during operation, which accelerates wear and can cause sudden belt failure — taking the machine out of service. Beyond protecting the drive system, the guard also serves as a critical safety barrier, preventing contact with a fast-moving belt during operation. A cracked, broken, or missing belt guard should be replaced promptly to protect both the machine and the operator.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100002780 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Belt Guard |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU2540H | DPU 2540H | 5000610035 |
| DPU 2550H | DPU 2550H | 5000610036 |
| DPU 2560H | DPU 2560H | 5000610037 |
| DPU 2560H-TS | DPU 2560H-TS | 5000610038 |
| BPU2540A | BPU 2540A | 5000008758 |
| BPU 2540A US | BPU 2540A US | 5000610360 |
| vibratory Plate | BPU2540A CN | 5100046522 |
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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