The Wacker Neuson Needle is a genuine OEM Needle designed for a broad range of Wacker Neuson equipment, including VP and WP series single-direction vibratory plate compactors, PT and PDT series trash pumps, PG series dewatering pumps, CT36-6 concrete trowels, GP2600 portable generators, BFS floor saws, and additional models across the product lineup. As a factory-sourced component, the meets the exact material and dimensional tolerances set by Wacker Neuson for carbureted engine fuel systems. Confirm your model number and machine number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure correct application.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Fuel Metering Precision — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact needle profile and taper specification, ensuring correct fuel-to-air metering in the carburetor across all listed applications.
- Direct Carburetor Drop-In — Engineered to seat correctly in the needle jet of the original carburetor assembly, requiring no reshaping, shimming, or modification to the needle clip groove.
- Broad Multi-Platform Fitment — A single OEM part number covering VP/WP vibratory plates, PT/PDT/PDI trash and diaphragm pumps, PG dewatering pumps, CT36-6 trowels, GP2600 generators, and BFS floor saws — simplify your parts inventory across your fleet.
- Restores Correct Throttle Response — A worn or scored needle causes erratic throttle response, rich or lean running, and loss of power under load; replacing it with part 5000156541 restores stable, consistent engine performance across the RPM range.
- Fuel System Integrity — Correct needle condition is critical to maintaining proper mixture ratios; a damaged needle can contribute to fuel wash, fouled spark plugs, and excessive exhaust emissions — replacing it promptly keeps the engine running within specification.
The carburetor needle is a precisely tapered pin that sits inside the needle jet of the carburetor, controlling the amount of fuel drawn into the airstream as engine throttle position changes. Its taper profile is what determines the fuel-to-air mixture ratio through the mid-throttle range — the operating range where most small-engine equipment spends the majority of its working time. When the needle wears, becomes grooved from the retaining clip, or is bent, the carburetor loses its ability to meter fuel accurately, resulting in rough running, hesitation, hard starting, or excessive fuel consumption. Replacing the needle with the correct OEM part restores precise fuel control and consistent engine performance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000156541 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0156541 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Needle |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| PT2 Pump | PT2 | 5000009318, 5000009319, 5000009320 |
| CT36-6 Trowel | CT36-6 | 5000009443, 5000620830 |
| Premium Portable Generator | GP2600 | 5000620088, 5000620116 |
| 50mm/2in Diaphragm Trash Pump | PDT2 | 5000009494, 5000620770 |
| 75mm/3in Diaphragm Trash Pumps | PDT3 | 5000009495, 5000620774 |
| PG2 Dewatering Pump | PG2 | 5000009496, 5000009497 |
| PG3 Dewatering Pump | PG3 | 5000009498, 5000009499 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN, 3 50mm/13.8in | VP1135R | 5000008709, 5000009071, 5000630061 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11 kN, 356mm/14in | VP1135RW | 5000009251, 5000009512 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| VP1340W VIBROPLATE | VP1340W | 5000008706, 5000630051 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029, 5000630056 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088, 5000630063 |
| VP1550W VIBROPLATE | VP1550W | 5000008708, 5000630013, 5000630053 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 60 kN | VP60X | 5000009533 |
| VP1340 Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1340 | 5000008705, 5000630050 |
| Vibratory Soil Plate, 50 kN | VP50X | 5000009531 |
| Single Direction Plate | VPR70 | 5000006909 |
| WP1540W VIBROPLATE | WP1540W | 5000009326, 5000630018, 5000009547, 5000630066 |
| VP1550 VIBROPLATE | VP1550 | 5000008707, 5000630052 |
| WP1550W VIBROPLATE | WP1550W | 5000009324, 5000009548, 5000630020, 5000630064 |
| WP1550 VIBROPLATE | WP1550 | 5000009325, 5000630065 |
| WP1540 VIBROPLATE | WP1540 | 5000009327, 5000630067 |
| Value Vibratory Plate | VP2050I | 5000009541 |
| VP50Xw-VIBROPLATE | VP50Xw | 5000630094 |
| VP60Xw-VIBROPLATE | VP60Xw | 5000630095 |
| BFS12 FLOOR SAW | BFS12 | 5000630000 |
| WP 2050W | WP2050W | 5000630023 |
| WPP 1540W | WPP1540W | 5000630027 |
| WPP 1550W | WPP1550W | 5000630031 |
| WPP 1550Ww | WPP1550Ww | 5000630032 |
| Single Direction Plate | AP1135R | 5000009518 |
| WPP 1540Ww | WPP1540Ww | 5000630028 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| VP2050W VIBROPLATE | VP2050W | 5000009537 |
| Walk-behind Rollers | RS600 | 5000630194, 5000630136 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | RD 3.7 | 5000006908 |
| 500mm/50in, 20kN Value Vibrato ry Plate | VP2050 | 5000009530 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 11kN 356mm/14in | VP1135R-AU | 5000630102 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-L | 5000630001 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-LL | 5000630002 |
| Single Direction Plates | VP1340W-LF | 5000630003 |
| Floor Saws | BFS1214 | 5000630004, 5000630093 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP1550Ww | 5000630113 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP2050Ww | 5000630116 |
| VP1340W VIBROPLATE, W/WHEEL KIT | VP1340W w/WH | 5000630121 |
| Floor Saw | BFS 12 | 5000630092 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP1540Ww | 5000630111 |
| Gas Reversible Vibratory Plate ,25 kN,40cm/16in | BPU 2540 | 5000008954 |
| Floor Saw | BFSX1214 | 5000630101 |
| Floor Saws | BFS 614B | 5000009526 |
| 50mm/2in Diaphragm Trash Pump | PDI2 | 5000009489 |
| 75mm/3in Diaphragm Trash Pump | PDI3 | 5000009491, 5000009492 |
| Generator GH 3500 | GH3500 | 5000610079 |
| High Frequency Demolitionset | TEH 1 | 5000610241 |
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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