The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Spark Arrestor designed for VP1030A, VP1030AW, and WP1030A series single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a factory-sourced component, it meets the exact specifications Wacker Neuson set for these machines at the time of manufacture, ensuring a correct installation without guesswork. This part fits across multiple production variants in the VP1030A and WP1030A family, including the VP1030Aw and WP1030Aw models, making it the right choice whether you are servicing an older or newer unit in this series.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Exhaust Compliance: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this spark arrestor meets the original exhaust screening specification for the VP1030 and WP1030 plate compactor series.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Engineered to seat and secure exactly as the original, with no trimming or modification needed to the exhaust outlet on these compactors.
- Broad VP/WP1030 Family Coverage: — Confirmed fitment across VP1030A, VP1030AW, VP1030Aw, WP1030A, and WP1030Aw variants, covering multiple build runs within this plate compactor line.
- Unobstructed Exhaust Flow: — A correctly functioning spark arrestor screens hot particles without restricting engine exhaust, preserving engine back-pressure balance and consistent compactor output.
- Fire and Spark Safety: — The spark arrestor prevents the ejection of burning exhaust particles during operation — a critical requirement when working near dry materials, vegetation, or in fire-restricted areas.
A spark arrestor is a screened or baffled device fitted to the exhaust outlet of a gasoline-powered engine. Its primary job is to trap and extinguish hot carbon particles before they exit the exhaust stream, preventing them from igniting nearby combustible materials. On a vibratory plate compactor like the VP1030A or WP1030A, the machine operates close to ground level where dry debris, dust, and vegetation can accumulate — making a functional spark arrestor an important safety and regulatory component. When a spark arrestor becomes clogged, damaged, or missing, it can either create a fire hazard or cause excessive exhaust back-pressure that affects engine performance; in either case, prompt replacement with part number 5000162107 restores safe, compliant operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000162107 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0162107 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Spark Arrestor |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 10 kN, 300mm/12in | VP1030A | 5000008701, 5000630047 |
| VP1030Aw | VP1030AW | 5000009514, 5000630423 |
| Single direction vibratory plate WP1030A | WP1030A | 5000630015 |
| Single Direction Plate | WP1030Aw | 5000630110 |
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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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