The Wacker Neuson Grooved Ball Bearing is a genuine OEM component designed for BPU, DPU, and APU series reversible and single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this bearing is held to Wacker Neuson's original material and dimensional specifications, ensuring it seats and performs exactly as the original. Part number covers an extensive range of compactor models, including the DPU 2540H, DPU 3050H, BPU 2540A, BPU 3050A, BPU 3750Ats, DPU 3750Hts, and APU battery-powered plate series, among many others. Keeping this bearing in good condition is essential to sustained compaction performance and smooth eccentric shaft operation.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Bearing Specification — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original groove geometry and radial load ratings, so internal clearance and race finish match what left the factory.
- Drop-In Installation — Matches the original bore diameter and outer race dimensions exactly, allowing direct installation without machining or shimming.
- Broad Compactor Compatibility — Fits a wide range of BPU gasoline reversible plates, DPU diesel reversible plates, DPS single-direction plates, and APU battery-powered vibratory plate models.
- Sustained Eccentric Assembly Performance — A correctly seated grooved ball bearing keeps the eccentric shaft spinning freely and evenly, maintaining consistent compaction force output across every pass.
- Worn Bearing Detection — Excess vibration, audible grinding, or reduced plate travel are common signs this bearing has failed; replacing it promptly prevents secondary damage to the exciter housing.
A grooved ball bearing — also known as a deep-groove ball bearing — supports the rotating eccentric shaft inside the vibratory plate's exciter unit. It absorbs both radial and limited axial loads generated as the eccentric mass spins at high speed, translating that rotation into the downward compaction force that densifies soil, aggregate, or asphalt beneath the plate. When this bearing wears or fails, the shaft loses proper support, causing increased vibration at the handle, noise from the exciter housing, and an uneven or diminished compaction output that can compromise the integrity of the finished base.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5002006596 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 2006596 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Grooved Ball Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| DPU2540H | DPU 2540H | 5000610035, 5000008755 |
| DPU 2550H | DPU 2550H | 5000610036, 5000008756 |
| DPU 2560H | DPU 2560H | 5000610037, 5000008757 |
| DPU 2560H-TS | DPU 2560H-TS | 5000610038, 5000610005 |
| BPU2540A | BPU 2540A | 5000008758 |
| BPU 3050A | BPU 3050A | 5000008763 |
| DPU 3050H | DPU 3050H | 5000610039, 5000008759 |
| DPU 3060H | DPU 3060H | 5000610040, 5000008760 |
| DPU 3070H | DPU 3070H | 5000610041, 5000008908 |
| DPU 3060H-TS | DPU 3060H-TS | 5000610042, 5000610006 |
| DPU 3050HE | DPU 3050HE | 5000610298 |
| DPU 3060HE-TS | DPU 3060HE-TS | 5000610302 |
| BPU 2540A US | BPU 2540A US | 5000610360 |
| BPU 3050A US | BPU 3050A US | 5000610361 |
| DPU 3050H US | DPU 3050H US | 5100000310 |
| DPU 3750Hts | DPU 3750Hts | 5000610321 |
| DPU 3750Hets | DPU 3750Hets | 5000610322 |
| DPU 3760Hts | DPU 3760Hts | 5000610358 |
| DPU 3760Hets | DPU 3760Hets | 5000610359 |
| BPU 3750Ats | BPU 3750Ats | 5000610408 |
| BPU3750Ats | BPU 3750Ats US | 5000610423 |
| DPU 3750Hts US | DPU 3750Hts US | 5100000311 |
| Gasoline Reversible Vibratory Plate | BPU 3050 | 5000008955 |
| Gas Reversible Vibratory Plate ,25 kN,40cm/16in | BPU 2540 | 5000008954 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | DPU 2440H | 5000007870 |
| vibratory Plate | BPU2540A CN | 5100046522 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 30cm/12in | DPU 2430F | 5000006200 |
| Vibration Plate BPU 2950A WSM | BPU 2950A | 5000007873, 5000007962 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2450F | 5000007876 |
| Vibration Plate DPU 2440F WGB | DPU 2440F | 5000007877, 5000007878, 5000007879, 5000007886 |
| Vibration plate DPU 2450H | DPU 2450H | 5000008746 |
| Vibration Plate | DPU 3050Hw US Army | 5100009915 |
| APU3050e | APU3050e | 5100063132 |
| Vibration Plate APU3050e (LOXAM) | APU3050e (LOXAM) | 5100072122 |
| Single Direction Vibratory Pla te, 30kN, 50cm/20in | DPS3050 | 5000006962 |
| Single Direction Vibratory Pla te, 30kN, 60cm/24in | DPS3060 | 5000006963 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 28 kN, 70cm/28in | DPU 2870 | 5000007289 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 24 kN, 40cm/16in | BPU 2440A | 5000007867, 5000007869 |
| Vibration Plate BPU 2450A | BPU 2450A | 5000007868 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2950Y | 5000007874 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 70cm/28in | DPU 2970 | 5000007880 |
| Reversible Vibratory Plate, 29 kN, 50cm/20in | DPU 2950 | 5000007881, 5000007884 |
| Vibration Plate DPU 2960 | DPU 2960 | 5000007883 |
| DPS3060Hv | DPS3060Hv | 5100016643 |
| Vibration Plate | BPU3050A CN | 5100039661 |
| APU2840e | APU2840e | 5100076967 |
| APU2850e | APU2850e | 5100076968 |
| APU2860e | APU2860e | 5100076969 |
| APU3340e | APU3340e | 5100076970 |
| APU3360e | APU3360e | 5100076971 |
| APU3350e | APU3350e | 5100077806, 5100077807 |
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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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