The Wacker Neuson 5000013838 Fitting Key is a genuine OEM component designed for AP and VP series vibratory plate compactors, including the AP 1135A, AP 1550A, AP 1550AW, AP 1550R, AP 1135R, VP 1030A, VP 1030R, VP 1035R, VP 1135AW, and VP 1135(RAW). As a factory-sourced part, the 5000013838 is manufactured to the same standards as the original, ensuring proper fit within the drivetrain or exciter assembly. Sourcing a genuine OEM Fitting Key means you get an exact match to the original component — no guesswork, no re-machining. Keep part number 5000013838 on hand as a service spare to stay ahead of scheduled maintenance on your compaction fleet.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Keying Accuracy — Manufactured to exact tolerances so the key seats flush and transmits torque without slop or fretting between mating shaft and hub surfaces.
- Drop-In Installation — Matches the original keyway geometry on AP and VP series exciter and drive shafts, slotting directly into position without filing or fitting.
- Broad AP and VP Series Coverage — Confirmed fitment across AP 1135A, AP 1135R, AP 1550A, AP 1550AW, AP 1550R, VP 1030A, VP 1030R, VP 1035R, VP 1135AW, and VP 1135(RAW) plate compactors.
- Protects Shaft and Hub Integrity — A correctly fitted key prevents rotational slip between components; a worn or missing key accelerates damage to both the shaft and the mating hub, turning a minor service item into a major repair.
- Factory Part Number Confidence — OEM part number 5000013838 cross-references directly to Wacker Neuson service documentation, so you can verify fit before the part ships.
A fitting key is a small but load-bearing component that locks a rotating shaft to a hub, pulley, or gear, ensuring both parts turn as one unit. In a vibratory plate compactor, the key transmits the rotational force generated by the engine to the exciter assembly — the mechanism responsible for producing the compaction vibration. If the key shears, wears, or falls out, the drivetrain loses positive drive, compaction force drops off immediately, and continued operation risks scoring the keyway on the shaft or hub, compounding the repair cost significantly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 0013838 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Fitting Key |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| AP 1135A | AP 1135A | 5000009519 |
| AP 1135R | AP 1135R | 0009518 |
| AP 1550A | AP 1550A | 5000009539 |
| AP 1550AW | AP 1550AW | 5000009540 |
| AP 1550R | AP 1550R | 5000009538 |
| DPS 1850Y | DPS 1850Y | 0007780 |
| VP 1030A | VP 1030A | 0008701 |
| VP 1030R | VP 1030R | 5000008702, 5000009504 |
| VP 1035R | VP 1035R | 0008208 |
| VP 1135(RAW) | VP 1135(RAW) | 0008710 |
| VP 1135AW | VP 1135AW | 0009058 |
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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