Wacker Neuson 5000071075 Spark Arrester

The Wacker Neuson Spark Arrester is a genuine OEM component designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson equipment including CT-series walk-behind power trowels, WP and VP single-direction vibratory plate compactors, BPS and BPU reversible vibratory plates, PT and PDT diaphragm trash pumps, and G-series portable generators. As a direct OEM replacement, this spark arrester is manufactured to the same specification as the original part and installs without any modification to the exhaust system. Its broad cross-model compatibility makes it a practical stock item for fleet operators and rental companies managing mixed Wacker Neuson equipment. Confirm your model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure correct application.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Spark Containment: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original exhaust specification, ensuring the arrester screen mesh retains the correct opening size to trap combustion particles without restricting exhaust flow.
• Direct Exhaust Port Replacement: — Engineered to mount directly to the original exhaust outlet on compatible engines, matching the OEM thread pattern and seating profile for a clean, secure installation.
• Broad Cross-Family Fitment: — A single part number covers CT walk-behind trowels, WP/VP/BPS/BPU vibratory plate compactors, PT and PDT trash pumps, and G-series portable generators across numerous model variants.
• Exhaust Spark Suppression: — Prevents live embers from exiting the exhaust stream, a critical function when operating equipment near dry vegetation, lumber, fuel, or other combustible materials on the jobsite.
• Fire Risk Compliance: — Many jurisdictions and forestry or wildland-adjacent work sites mandate spark arresters on small-engine equipment. Replacing a damaged or missing arrester helps maintain compliance with applicable local fire codes and work-site safety requirements.

A spark arrester is a mesh or baffle device fitted to the exhaust outlet of a small gasoline engine. Its job is to catch and extinguish hot carbon particles — embers — that would otherwise be expelled with the exhaust gases. Without a functioning spark arrester, those particles can ignite dry grass, wood chips, fuel vapors, or other combustible materials in the surrounding area. Over time, the arrester screen can become clogged with carbon buildup, which restricts exhaust flow and causes the engine to run hot and lose power, or it can corrode and crack, allowing sparks to pass through unchecked. Regular inspection and timely replacement of a worn or damaged spark arrester keeps the engine performing cleanly and maintains the fire-suppression protection the device is designed to provide.

Part Details

Compatibility & Fitment

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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.

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