The Wacker Neuson Spark Arrester is a genuine OEM component designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson walk-behind concrete trowels, self-priming trash pumps, and vibratory plate compactors — including the CT36, CT48, PT3A, BPU 3050A, BPU 3545A, BPU 3750Ats, and BPU 4045A series. As a direct OEM replacement, part is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring a correct, hassle-free installation. This part covers an extensive range of CT-series trowels in both 36-inch and 48-inch configurations, as well as PT3A trash pumps and several BPU reversible vibratory plate models. When it's time to service your equipment, sourcing the genuine Wacker Neuson means you're restoring your machine to its original operating condition.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Exhaust Screening: — Manufactured by Wacker Neuson to original material and mesh specifications, ensuring the arrester performs as designed across all listed applications.
- Broad Cross-Family Compatibility: — Fits CT36 and CT48 walk-behind concrete trowels, PT3A self-priming trash pumps, and BPU 3050A, BPU 3545A, BPU 3750Ats, and BPU 4045A reversible vibratory plates — all from a single part number.
- Drop-In Replacement: — Engineered to match the original mounting interface, so the 5000081616 installs directly in place of the worn or damaged unit without reworking the exhaust outlet.
- Spark Containment Where It Counts: — A functioning spark arrester traps and extinguishes hot exhaust particles before they exit the muffler, a critical consideration when operating trowels or compactors near curing concrete forms, job-site debris, or dry vegetation.
- Fire and Regulatory Compliance: — Many jurisdictions and worksites require certified spark arresters on small-engine equipment operating outdoors or near combustible materials; replacing a damaged unit keeps your machine in compliance with these requirements.
A spark arrester is a screen or baffle fitted to the exhaust outlet of a small gasoline engine that prevents burning carbon particles — commonly called "sparks" — from being expelled into the surrounding environment. Inside the muffler, exhaust gases pass through the arrester's fine mesh, which catches and quenches any incandescent debris before it can exit. Over time, carbon buildup can clog or degrade the screen, causing back-pressure that robs the engine of power or, if the screen fails completely, allowing live sparks to escape — a serious fire hazard on worksites with combustible materials nearby. Replacing a worn or damaged spark arrester with the correct OEM part restores both safe operation and proper engine breathing.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000081616 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0081616 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Spark Arrester |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CT36-8A-V Trowel | CT36-8A-V | 5000009442, 5000620832 |
| CT36-8A Trowel | CT36-8A | 5000009439, 5000620831 |
| CT48-8A Trowel | CT48-8A | 5000009449 |
| CT48-8A | CT48-8A EU | 5000620837 |
| PT3A | PT3A | 5000009101, 5000009240, 5000009098, 5000620800, 5000006729, 5000006730, 5100058535, 5100058536 |
| 915mm/36in CE Walk-behind Trow el | CT36AGP | 5000007596, 5000007595 |
| 915mm/36in CE Walk-behind Trow el | CT36AGP-E | 5000008036, 5000008026 |
| 1220mm/48in Walk-behind Trowel | CT48ADP | 5000007598, 5000007599, 5000008199 |
| 1220mm/48in CE Walk-behind Tro wel | CT48ADP-E | 5000008027, 5000008028 |
| 915mm/36in CE Walk-behind Trow el | CT36AGT-E | 5000007594, 5000008012 |
| 1220mm/48in CE Walk-behind Tro wel | CT48ADT-E | 5000007597, 5000008016 |
| 915mm/36in CE Walk-behind Trow el | CT36AGT | 5000008014, 5000008011 |
| 1220mm/48in Walk-behind Trowel | CT48ADT | 5000008015, 5000008040 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 35 kN, 45cm/18in | BPU 3545A | 5000008783 |
| 915mm/36in Variable Speed Walk #NAME? | CT36AVP | 5000009235, 5000009236 |
| HPG100A | HPG100A | 5000009507 |
| 915mm/36in Variable Speed Walk #NAME? | CT36AVT | 5000009233, 5000009234 |
| Single Direction Vibratory Pla te, 25kN, 50cm/20in | BPS 2550A | 5000007528 |
| BPU 3050A | BPU 3050A | 5000008763 |
| HPG50A | HPG50A | 5000009509 |
| BPU 3050A US | BPU 3050A US | 5000610361 |
| Reversible Plates | MPU 29A | 5000630244 |
| Vibratory Truss Screed, Power Section | HPG100 | 5000008293 |
| Vibratory Truss Screed, Power Section | HPG50 | 5000008294 |
| Vibratory plate BPU 4045A | BPU 4045A | 5000610345 |
| BPU3545A-VIBROPLATE | BPU 3545A US | 5000610362 |
| BPU4045A-VIBROPLATE | BPU 4045A US | 5000610403 |
| BPU 3750Ats | BPU 3750Ats | 5000610408 |
| BPU3750Ats | BPU 3750Ats US | 5000610423 |
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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