The Wacker Neuson Capacitor is a genuine OEM component designed for the RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo single drum soil compactor series. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this capacitor meets the exact electrical specifications required to keep the machine's systems operating as intended. It is a direct replacement for the original part, covering both standard and US-market variants across multiple production series.
Key Features
- Correct Electrical Specification: — Manufactured to the original capacitance rating, ensuring proper charge and discharge cycles within the compactor's electrical circuit — no guesswork on compatibility.
- Genuine OEM Part: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, so this capacitor matches the original component specification installed at the factory.
- Broad Series Fitment: — Fits RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo single drum soil compactors, including US-market variants, across multiple production series.
- Drop-In Replacement: — Designed to connect directly to the existing wiring harness with the same terminals and form factor as the original, simplifying the swap.
- Protects Electrical System Integrity: — A failed capacitor can cause erratic motor behavior, failure to start, or voltage irregularities; replacing it promptly restores consistent electrical performance across the compactor.
A capacitor in a soil compactor stores and releases electrical energy to support motor startup and stabilize voltage in the machine's electrical circuit. It absorbs short-term energy demands that the power supply alone cannot meet instantaneously, allowing the motor to start smoothly and run without voltage spikes. When a capacitor fails, the machine may struggle to start, run intermittently, or cause premature wear on other electrical components — making timely replacement essential to maintaining reliable compactor operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100023491 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Capacitor |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single drum soil compactor RC50 | RC50 | 5100021295, 5100047388 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50P | RC50P | 5100021296 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70 | RC70 | 5100021297, 5100047410 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70P | RC70P | 5100021298 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70VO | RC70VO | 5100021299 |
| RC50 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50 US | 5100027575, 5100047413 |
| RC50p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50p US | 5100027576, 5100047414 |
| RC70 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70 US | 5100027577, 5100047415 |
| Vibration Roller | RC70 VO US | 5100027578 |
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579, 5100047416 |
| RC50p | RC50p | 5100047389 |
| RC70p | RC70p | 5100047411 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo | 5100047412 |
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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