The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Compression Spring designed for BPU and DPU series reversible vibratory plate compactors. This spring is a direct OEM replacement sourced from Wacker Neuson, ensuring it meets the exact specifications of the original component. Confirmed fitment spans a wide range of models including the BPU 2440A, BPU 2450A, BPU 2950A, DPU 2430F, DPU 2440F, DPU 2440H, DPU 2450F, DPU 2450H, DPU 2870, DPU 2950, DPU 2960, DPU 2970, and MPU 29 series. When it's time to restore your reversible plate compactor to peak operating condition, part number is the correct OEM choice.
Key Features
- OEM Spring Rate Integrity — Manufactured to the original compression load and deflection specification, maintaining the precise tension the reversible drive mechanism depends on.
- Drop-In Replacement — Mounts directly into the original spring seat without modification, restoring the compactor's directional control assembly to factory configuration.
- Broad BPU and DPU Compatibility — Fits a wide range of Wacker Neuson reversible vibratory plates across the BPU 24/29 and DPU 24/28/29 series, covering both gasoline and diesel-powered models.
- Restored Reversibility and Compaction Force — A correctly tensioned compression spring ensures smooth forward-and-reverse travel and consistent compaction force delivery; a fatigued or broken spring can cause sluggish or lost directional response.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Supplied as an authentic Wacker Neuson component, backed by the manufacturer's quality standards for this compaction equipment family.
The compression spring in a reversible vibratory plate compactor plays a key role in the directional control system, providing the return force that allows the exciter mechanism to shift between forward and reverse travel. When this spring is functioning correctly, the operator gets responsive, consistent directional changes and even compaction across the work surface. Over time, repeated loading cycles can cause the spring to fatigue, lose tension, or break entirely — resulting in sluggish reversing, loss of directional control, or the plate becoming stuck in one direction. Replacing a worn or failed compression spring with the correct OEM part restores full control and compaction performance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000049004 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0049004 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Compression Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Reversible Plates | MPU 29 | 5000630141, 5000630228 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | DPU 2440H | 5000007870 |
| Reversible Plates | MPU 29A | 5000630244 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 30cm/12in | DPU 2430F | 5000006200 |
| Vibration Plate BPU 2950A WSM | BPU 2950A | 5000007873, 5000007962 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2450F | 5000007876 |
| Vibration Plate DPU 2440F WGB | DPU 2440F | 5000007877, 5000007878, 5000007879, 5000007886 |
| Vibration plate DPU 2450H | DPU 2450H | 5000008746 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 28 kN, 70cm/28in | DPU 2870 | 5000007289 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | BPU 2440A | 5000007867, 5000007869 |
| Vibration Plate BPU 2450A | BPU 2450A | 5000007868 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2950Y | 5000007874 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 70cm/28in | DPU 2970 | 5000007880 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2950 | 5000007881, 5000007884 |
| Vibration Plate DPU 2960 | DPU 2960 | 5000007883 |
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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