The Wacker Neuson Upper Tube is a genuine OEM component designed for the IRFU38, IREN38, IRSEN38, and IRflex38 series internal concrete vibrators. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact dimensional and material standards of the original, ensuring a straight drop-in replacement with no guesswork. It is compatible across an extensive range of models including the IRFU38/230/5, IREN38/250/5, IRflex38/230/5, IRSE-FU 38/230, and many additional variants spanning 115V, 120V, and 230V configurations in 5, 10, 15, and 18-meter lengths. When you order genuine OEM, you get the confidence that the part was built for your specific machine.
Key Features
- OEM Wall Thickness and Material Match — Manufactured to the same tube diameter and material grade as the original, preserving the structural integrity of the vibrator head-to-motor connection.
- Direct Replacement for Existing Hardware — Connects to the vibrator head and motor housing using the same attachment points as the factory part, making installation straightforward for experienced technicians.
- Wide Series Compatibility — Fits IRFU38, IREN38, IRSEN38, IRSE-FU 38, and IRflex38 internal vibrators across 115V, 120V, and 230V variants, covering 5 m, 10 m, 15 m, and 18 m shaft lengths.
- Sustained Vibration Transfer — A sound upper tube keeps the drive connection between the motor and vibrating head rigid and aligned, maintaining consistent concrete consolidation output during pours.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Carrying part number 5000218501, this is an authorized OEM component — not a generic substitute — so you can be confident it was engineered specifically for this vibrator family.
The upper tube on a Wacker Neuson internal concrete vibrator serves as the structural and mechanical link between the motor unit and the vibrating head. It houses and protects the flexible shaft that transmits rotational force down to the eccentric weight in the head, which generates the high-frequency vibration needed to consolidate fresh concrete and eliminate air pockets. When the upper tube becomes cracked, bent, or worn, the flexible shaft inside loses proper support, leading to erratic vibration output, accelerated shaft wear, and ultimately a complete loss of consolidation performance — making prompt replacement critical to keeping pours on schedule and concrete quality on spec.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000218501 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0218501 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Upper Tube |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| IRFU38/230/5 | IRFU38/230/5 | 5000610025 |
| IRFU38/230/5 CH | IRFU38/230/5 CH | 5000610245 |
| IRFU38/230/5GV | IRFU38/230/5GV | 5000610247 |
| IREN38/250/5 | IREN38/250/5 | 5000008470 |
| IRFU38/120/5 UK | IRFU38/120/5 UK | 5000610099 |
| Internal Vib. IREN 38/115 | IREN 38/115 | 5000008469 |
| IRFU38 Internal Vibrator, 115V, 1.5", 5 Meter | IRFU38/120/5 US | 5000610100 |
| Int. Vib. w. Conv. IRSE-FU 38/230 | IRSE-FU 38/230 | 5000610249 |
| Int. Vib. w. Conv. IRSE-FU 38/230 Laser | IRSE-FU 38/230 Laser | 5000610250 |
| IRFU38/230/10 | IRFU38/230/10 | 5100008871 |
| IRFU38/120/10 UK | IRFU38/120/10 UK | 5100008934 |
| Internal Vib. IRSEN 38/115 | IRSEN 38/115 | 5000008602 |
| Int. Vib. IRSEN 38/115 Laser | IRSEN 38/115 Laser | 5000008649 |
| Internal Vib. IRSEN 38/250 | IRSEN 38/250 | 5000008654 |
| IREN38/250/18 | IREN38/250/18 | 5100040881 |
| IRFU38/230/15 | IRFU38/230/15 | 5100040885 |
| IRFU38/120/15 UK | IRFU38/120/15 UK | 5100040889 |
| High frequency internal vibrator with integrated converter IRFU38/120 GV GB | IRFU 38/120 GV GB | 5000610246 |
| Int. Vib. w. Conv. IRSE-FU 38/120 GB | IRSE-FU 38/120 GB | 5000610251 |
| IRSEFU 38 | IRSE-FU 38/120 US | 5000610252 |
| Int Vib. Con. IRFU38/230 GV CH | IRFU 38/230V GV CH | 5000610248 |
| IRflex38/230/5 | IRflex38/230/5 | 5100025338 |
| IRflex38/230/10 | IRflex38/230/10 | 5100025339 |
| IRflex38/230/5r | IRflex38/230/5r | 5100025360 |
| IRflex38/230/10r | IRflex38/230/10r | 5100025361 |
| IRflex38/120/5 | IRflex38/120/5 US | 5100025583 |
| IRflex38/120/3 US | IRflex38/120/3 US | 5100034275 |
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
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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