The Wacker Neuson Self Tapping Screw is a genuine OEM fastener designed for the GPi1700 Portable Inverter Generator series. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this is the same screw used in original production — ensuring correct thread form, drive type, and material grade for a proper fit every time. It is compatible with GPi1700 units across part configurations and. When you need a dependable like-for-like replacement, the is the correct part for the job.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Thread Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original thread specification, so the screw cuts and seats correctly without stripping or cross-threading.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original fastener's head style, drive type, and shank dimensions for straightforward installation with no reworking of the host material.
- Confirmed GPi1700 Fitment — Verified for GPi1700 Portable Inverter Generator models (5000620777 and 5000620778), taking the guesswork out of parts ordering.
- Secure Panel and Component Retention — A correctly seated self tapping screw maintains the structural integrity of the housing or panel it secures, preventing vibration-related loosening during generator operation.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Backed by Wacker Neuson's OEM supply chain, so you receive an authentic component rather than a dimensional approximation.
A self tapping screw creates its own mating thread as it is driven into a pre-drilled or punched hole, eliminating the need for a separate tapped thread in the base material. In compact generator housings like the GPi1700, these fasteners are commonly used to secure enclosure panels, brackets, and internal components where access or material thickness makes a traditional bolt-and-nut arrangement impractical. When a self tapping screw is stripped, over-torqued, or lost, the panel or component it holds can work loose under the vibration of normal generator operation — making prompt replacement with the correct OEM part the right call.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000180402 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0180402 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Self Tapping Screw |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPi1700 | 5000620777, 5000620778 |
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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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