The Wacker Neuson Capacitor, 20MFD is a genuine OEM electrical component designed for the LTW8K and LTN8K series light towers. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this capacitor meets the exact specifications required for these units across Standard, Cold Weather, Custom, and Tier 4 Final configurations. Compatibility extends across a wide range of LTW8K and LTN8K variants — including LTW8K-V, LTN8K-V, and LTW8K-V S models — as well as select E3000 Ground Heater units equipped with a 6kW generator. When your original capacitor fails, part number is the correct, direct replacement to restore proper electrical function.
Key Features
- Correct Capacitance Rating: — Rated at 20MFD to match the original generator circuit specification in LTW8K and LTN8K light towers — no substitution guesswork.
- Genuine OEM Component: — Supplied by Wacker Neuson, this capacitor is built to the same electrical tolerances as the part it replaces, ensuring consistent output performance.
- Drop-In Electrical Replacement: — Designed to connect directly into the existing generator wiring harness on compatible LTW8K and LTN8K models with no circuit modifications.
- Broad Model Coverage: — Fits LTW8K, LTW8K-V, LTW8K-V S, LTN8K, LTN8K-V, and LTN8K-V S variants across Standard, Cold Weather, Custom, and Tier 4 Final configurations, plus select E3000 Ground Heater units.
- Generator Output Restored: — A failed run capacitor causes the generator to lose voltage or fail to start altogether; replacing with 5000183331 restores stable AC output to the light tower's lamp heads.
- Electrical Safety Assurance: — Using a correctly rated OEM capacitor prevents overvoltage or undervoltage conditions in the generator circuit that can damage connected electrical components.
A run capacitor is a critical component in the generator's single-phase AC circuit, providing the phase shift needed to start and run the alternator efficiently at the correct output voltage. In light tower applications, a degraded or failed capacitor typically causes the generator to either fail to produce power entirely or deliver unstable, low-voltage output — both of which result in lamp failure or flickering. Replacing a worn capacitor promptly with the correct 20MFD-rated part keeps the generator producing clean, stable power for continuous lighting operation on the jobsite.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000183331 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0183331 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Capacitor, 20MFD |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| LTW8K Light Tower, Standard T4 | LTW8K | 5000620374, 5000620841, 5200004204, 5200004095, 5200023190, 5200024871 |
| LTN8K, KUBOTA | LTN8K | 5000620893, 5000620939 |
| LTN8K-V LIGHT TOWER,60HZ | LTN8K-V | 5200002727, 5200002728 |
| LTW8K-V S Light Tower, Cold Weather T4 | LTW8K-V S | 5200018564, 5200018556, 5200023194, 5200018560, 5200024874, 5100015095, 5100022084 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, COLD WEATHER, Tier 4F | LTN8K-LT | 5200004093 |
| Light Tower | LTW8K-V | 5200012869, 5200012883, 5200012865 |
| LTN8K-V S, KUBOTA, 120/240V | LTN8K-V S | 5200018538, 5200018551, 5200018554, 5200023198 |
| E3000 Ground Heater, 6kW Gen LB TC | E3000 | 5100025046, 5100025045 |
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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