The Wacker Neuson Nipple Fitting is a genuine OEM component designed for the PT6LT, PT6LS, and PTK6 series 6-inch centrifugal trash pumps. As a direct factory replacement, this fitting maintains the fluid integrity of your pump's discharge or suction plumbing — keeping connections leak-free and flow unrestricted under demanding site conditions. Genuine OEM sourcing means the is manufactured to the same specifications as the part it replaces, so it threads and seats correctly the first time. Whether you're running a trailer-mounted PT6LT or a skid-mounted PT6LS, this is the verified replacement fitting for your machine.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Thread Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original thread pitch and dimensional tolerances, ensuring a pressure-tight seal with no risk of cross-threading or connection failure.
- Direct Plumbing Replacement — Installs in place of the original fitting without reworking hose connections or adapters, maintaining the pump's designed flow path.
- Broad PT6 Series Coverage — Confirmed fitment across PT6LT (trailer-mounted), PT6LS (skid-mounted), and PTK6 6-inch trash pump configurations.
- Sustained Flow Performance — A properly seated nipple fitting prevents pressure loss and fluid bypass at the connection point, keeping the pump delivering its rated discharge capacity on high-volume dewatering jobs.
- Leak Prevention at High Flow Rates — At the flow volumes a 6-inch trash pump moves, even a compromised fitting can result in significant fluid loss or hose separation — using the correct OEM fitting eliminates that risk.
A nipple fitting is a short threaded connector used to join two sections of pipe, hose, or pump porting within the pump's fluid circuit. On a high-volume trash pump like the PT6LT or PT6LS, these fittings are subject to constant pressure cycling, vibration, and exposure to abrasive debris-laden water. When a nipple fitting corrodes, cracks, or develops thread damage, the result is pressure drop, fluid bypass, or outright hose failure — all of which cut into pumping efficiency or halt operations entirely. Replacing a worn fitting with the correct OEM part restores a sealed, full-flow connection and brings the pump back to its intended output.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000072862 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0072862 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Nipple Fitting |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| PT6LT Pump w/Trailer | PT6LT | 5000007175, 5200014740 |
| 150mm/6in Centrifugal Trash Pu mp Skid Mounted | PT6LS | 5000007174, 5200014741 |
| Trash Pump | PTK6 | 5200007830 |
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
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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