The Wacker Neuson 5000012997 is a genuine OEM Hexagon Nut designed for the AP and APS series battery-powered vibratory plate compactors. This fastener is sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, ensuring it meets the exact specifications used in original assembly. Compatible across a broad range of models including the AP1840e, AP1840we, AP1850e, AP1850we, AP2560E, APS1030e, APS1030we, APS1135e, APS1135we, APS1340e, APS1340we, APS1550e, APS1550we, APS2050e, APS2050we, and ARS90e. When replacing hardware on emission-free compaction equipment, using the correct OEM fastener like part 5000012997 ensures structural integrity and proper torque retention throughout the machine's service life.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Fastener Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact thread pitch, hardness grade, and dimensional tolerances, so it seats and torques correctly every time.
- Direct Assembly Replacement — Matches the original fastener specification for a drop-in swap with no rework to mating threads or mounting surfaces.
- Broad AP and APS Series Compatibility — Fits the full range of Wacker Neuson battery-powered vibratory plate compactors, including AP1840e, AP1850e, APS1030e, APS1135e, APS1340e, APS1550e, APS2050e, and the ARS90e.
- Maintains Clamping Force Under Vibration — A correctly specified hexagon nut retains proper preload under the continuous vibration loads these plate compactors generate; an incorrect or worn fastener can back off and compromise structural connections.
- Genuine OEM Sourcing — Supplied as a genuine Wacker Neuson part, giving you the same component that left the factory — critical for fasteners in high-vibration compaction equipment where substitution can introduce dimensional mismatch.
A hexagon nut is a standard six-sided threaded fastener used to clamp and secure components by threading onto a bolt or stud. In vibratory plate compactors like the AP and APS series, fasteners are subjected to continuous cyclical vibration during operation, which places constant stress on threaded connections throughout the machine. When a hexagon nut is damaged, stripped, or missing, the joint it secures can loosen progressively, leading to component misalignment, accelerated wear, or mechanical failure of the connected assembly. Using the correct OEM-specified nut — with the right thread class and mechanical grade — is essential to maintaining the clamping integrity that keeps these machines performing safely and consistently on the jobsite.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000012997 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0012997 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Hexagon Nut |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| AP1840e | AP1840e | 5100042939 |
| AP1840we | AP1840we | 5100042938 |
| AP1850e | AP1850e | 5100038319 |
| AP1850we | AP1850we | 5100038311 |
| AP2560E | AP2560E | 5100048488 |
| APS1030e | APS1030e | 5100059660 |
| APS1030we | APS1030we | 5100058917 |
| APS1135e | APS1135e | 5100059664 |
| APS1135we | APS1135we | 5100059661 |
| APS1340e | APS1340e | 5100060128 |
| APS1340we | APS1340we | 5100059663 |
| APS1550e | APS1550e | 5100061219 |
| APS1550we | APS1550we | 5100061220 |
| APS2050e | APS2050e | 5100061221 |
| APS2050we | APS2050we | 5100061222 |
| ARS90e | ARS90e | 5100070501 |
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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