The Wacker Neuson Pitch Control Cable is a genuine OEM component designed for CT36 and CT48 series walk-behind concrete power trowels. As a direct factory replacement, this cable matches the original specification and connects directly into the existing pitch control linkage with no modification to hardware or mounting points. It is compatible across a wide range of CT36 and CT48 models, including the CT36-5A, CT36-6, CT36-8A, CT36-9, CT36-400E, CT36-X, CT48-8A, CT48-9, CT48-11A, and CT48-13A-V variants. Sourcing a genuine OEM part like the ensures the pitch control system responds accurately to operator input — keeping finishing performance consistent from pour to pour.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Cable Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original specification, with correct cable length, end fittings, and sheath material to maintain precise pitch adjustment response.
- Direct-Fit Linkage Replacement — End terminals and cable routing match the factory pitch control assembly, allowing the cable to seat and secure in the existing brackets without re-drilling or adapter hardware.
- Broad CT-Series Compatibility — Fits a wide range of 36-inch and 48-inch walk-behind concrete trowel models across the CT36 and CT48 families, covering multiple engine and configuration variants.
- Restores Accurate Blade Pitch Control — A worn or stretched cable causes sluggish or inconsistent blade angle response; replacing it with part 5000154741 restores sharp, responsive pitch adjustment critical to achieving a quality concrete finish.
- Operator Safety Relevance — Loss of pitch control responsiveness can cause unpredictable machine behavior during finishing operations; a correctly functioning cable ensures the operator maintains full directional and blade-angle authority at all times.
The pitch control cable is the mechanical link between the operator's handle-mounted control and the blade pitch adjustment mechanism on the trowel. By transmitting the operator's input to change the angle of the finishing blades, it directly determines how aggressively the machine works the concrete surface — from floating to hard troweling. When the cable stretches, frays, or seizes inside its sheath, blade pitch becomes difficult to adjust or stops responding altogether, resulting in uneven finishing, operator fatigue, and potential surface defects. Replacing a worn cable promptly restores full control authority and helps the trowel perform as intended across the full finishing cycle.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000154741 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0154741 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pitch Control Cable |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CT36-8A-V | CT36-8A-V | 5000620832, 5000009442 |
| CT36-8A Trowel | CT36-8A | 5000009439, 5000620831 |
| CT48-8A Trowel | CT48-8A | 5000009449 |
| CT48-11A Trowel | CT48-11A | 5000009450, 5000620835 |
| CT48-13A-V Trowel | CT48-13A-V | 5000009452, 5000620836 |
| CT48-8A | CT48-8A EU | 5000620837 |
| CT36-400E Trowel | CT36-400E | 5000009448, 5000620828 |
| CT36-5A Trowel | CT36-5A | 5000009438, 5200016256 |
| CT36-5A | CT36-5A EU | 5000620829 |
| CT36-9-V Trowel | CT36-9-V | 5000009447, 5000620834 |
| CT36-5A-C Trowel | CT36-5A-C | 5000620040 |
| CT36-9 Trowel | CT36-9 | 5000009444, 5000620833 |
| CT36-6 Trowel | CT36-6 | 5000009443, 5000620830 |
| CT48-9 Trowel | CT48-9 | 5000009453, 5000620838 |
| 915mm/36in, Walk-Behind Trowel | CT36-X | 5000620036 |
| 915mm/36in, Walk-behind Trowel | CT36-X-C | 5000620039, 5200015336 |
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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