The Wacker Neuson Lock Nut is a genuine OEM component designed for the E3000 Ground Heater series, covering 3kW and 6kW generator variants including LB and TC configurations. As a direct OEM part, the is manufactured to the same standards as the original hardware installed at the factory, ensuring a correct, secure fit every time. This lock nut is confirmed for use across multiple E3000 Ground Heater configurations, making it the right choice whether you're servicing a standard unit or a tankless/combo build.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Thread Integrity — Manufactured to exact thread pitch and hardness specifications, so it seats and torques correctly without stripping or backing off under vibration.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement — Drops into the same position as the original hardware with no rework to mating threads or fastener locations required.
- Broad E3000 Series Coverage — Compatible with E3000 Ground Heater models in 3kW and 6kW generator configurations, including LB (liquid bath) and TC variants.
- Vibration-Resistant Locking Design — A lock nut is specifically engineered to resist loosening caused by operational vibration — critical on ground heating equipment that runs for extended periods in demanding freeze-thaw conditions.
- Fastener Safety Compliance — Using the correct OEM-spec lock nut on heating and generator equipment helps maintain secure connections at critical joints, reducing the risk of loosened fasteners causing mechanical or thermal failures.
A lock nut is a self-locking fastener designed to resist loosening under vibration, thermal cycling, and mechanical load. On ground heaters like the E3000 series, fasteners are exposed to prolonged heat output, frequent temperature swings, and the constant low-frequency vibration of an onboard generator — conditions that cause standard nuts to back off over time. The lock nut maintains clamping force at critical assembly points throughout the equipment's operating life. When a lock nut wears, strips, or is replaced with an incorrect fastener, joint integrity is compromised, which can lead to component movement, misalignment, or unsafe operating conditions.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100027996 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Lock Nut |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E3000 Ground Heater, 3kW Gen, TC | E3000 | 5100017807, 5100017809, 5100017806, 5100017808, 5100017810, 5100017811, 5100025046, 5100025045 |
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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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