The Wacker Neuson Press Switch is a genuine OEM component designed for the RCP-12, RCP-16, RCE-16, RCE-20, and RCE-25 series electric rebar cutters. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part carries the exact specifications required for these machines, covering both 115 V and 120/230 V variants across the full RCP and RCE families. A worn or damaged press switch can prevent the cutter from initiating its cutting cycle entirely, making prompt replacement essential to keeping production on track. If your rebar cutter is failing to respond when triggered, part number is the correct OEM replacement to restore full operation.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Switching Actuation — Matched to the correct actuation force and electrical rating for Wacker Neuson rebar cutter circuits, ensuring consistent trigger response on every cut.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to the same mounting footprint and connector configuration as the original, so installation aligns without rework or adaptation.
- Broad RCP & RCE Series Coverage — A single part number fits the RCP-12, RCP-16, RCE-16, RCE-20, and RCE-25 series across 115 V, 120 V, and 230 V configurations.
- Restores Full Cutting Cycle Control — A correctly functioning press switch delivers a clean, reliable signal to initiate the cutting cycle; a failed switch causes the cutter to become unresponsive or to misfire.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — As the primary operator-actuated switch on an electric rebar cutter, using a genuine OEM part ensures the component meets the original safety and insulation standards built into the machine's design.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Authentic OEM quality backed by Wacker Neuson's manufacturing standards, giving you confidence that 5000216958 is the right part for the job.
The press switch on a Wacker Neuson electric rebar cutter is the operator-activated trigger that sends the electrical signal to start the cutting cycle. When the switch is depressed, it completes the circuit that drives the cutter's motor or solenoid, initiating the blade stroke that cuts through rebar. A faulty press switch typically presents as a cutter that does not respond when triggered, cuts intermittently, or requires excessive force to actuate — all of which slow work and can create unsafe operating conditions on a rebar-intensive site.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000216958 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0216958 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Press Switch |
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 RCP-20/115 GB | RCP-20/115 | 5000610215 |
| Rebar Cutter RCE-16/115 GB | RCE-16/115 | 5000610218 |
| 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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