The Wacker Neuson Motor Housing is a genuine OEM component designed for the RCP-12, RCP-16, and RCE series rebar cutters, including 12MM, 16MM, 20MM, and 25MM cutting models operating on 115V, 120V, and 230V configurations. As a direct factory replacement, this housing is the same part installed at the point of manufacture, ensuring a correct fit within the tool's motor assembly. Compatible across the full range of RCP and RCE series cutters — from the RCP-12/115 through the RCE-25/230 — this single part number covers a broad spread of Wacker Neuson rebar cutting equipment. Sourcing the genuine OEM part means you are restoring the tool to its original mechanical and electrical integrity, not approximating it.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Structural Integrity — Manufactured to the same dimensional and material specification as the original housing, maintaining proper motor alignment and thermal clearance within the cutter body.
- Drop-In Replacement for RCP and RCE Series — Fits directly into the existing motor assembly without modification, covering 115V, 120V, and 230V variants across both the RCP-12, RCP-16, and RCE-16 through RCE-25 model lines.
- Wide Model Coverage — A single part number, 5000216949, spans 15 Wacker Neuson rebar cutter configurations, simplifying parts ordering for multi-tool fleets or service shops.
- Motor Protection and Alignment — The housing encases and positions the motor correctly within the tool; a cracked, warped, or damaged housing compromises motor support and can lead to premature bearing wear or motor failure.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — As the structural enclosure for the motor assembly in a powered cutting tool, a genuine OEM housing maintains correct clearances and insulation boundaries critical to safe operation.
The motor housing on a rebar cutter serves as the structural shell that encloses and supports the electric motor at the core of the tool. It holds the motor in precise alignment with the cutting mechanism and protects internal components from mechanical stress, debris, and heat generated during operation. When a motor housing becomes cracked or damaged, the motor can shift out of alignment, placing undue load on the motor bearings and drive components — ultimately leading to tool failure and potential safety hazards during cutting operations.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000216949 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0216949 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Motor Housing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Rebar Cutter RCP-12/230 50 Hz | RCP-12/230 50 Hz | 5000610197 |
| RCP-12/120 12MM CUTTING | RCP-12/120 60 Hz | 5000610198 |
| Rebar Cutter RCP-16/230 50 Hz | RCP-16/230 50 Hz | 5000610199 |
| RCP-16/120 16MM CUTTING | RCP-16/120 60 Hz | 5000610200 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-16/230 | RCE-16/230 | 5000610207 |
| RCE-16/120 16MM CUTTING | RCE-16/120 | 5000610208 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-20/230 | RCE-20/230 | 5000610209 |
| RCE-20/120 20MM CUTTING | RCE-20/120 | 5000610210 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-25/230 | RCE-25/230 | 5000610211 |
| RCE-25/120 25MM CUTTING | RCE-25/120 | 5000610212 |
| Rebar Cutter RCP-12/115 GB | RCP-12/115 | 5000610213 |
| Rebar Cutter RCP-16/115 GB | RCP-16/115 | 5000610214 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-16/115 GB | RCE-16/115 | 5000610218 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-20/115 (GB) | RCE-20/115 | 5000610219 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-25/115 (GB) | RCE-25/115 | 5000610220 |
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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