The Wacker Neuson 5100018630 is a genuine OEM Baseplate designed for VP1550A, VP1550Aw, VP2050A, and VP2050Aw single-direction vibratory plate compactors. As a direct factory replacement, this baseplate restores the structural foundation of the compactor's exciter and plate assembly to original working condition. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5100018630 meets the same manufacturing tolerances as the component originally installed at the factory. Confirmed fitment spans the full VP1550 and VP2050 model series, covering both standard and water-ballasted configurations sold in the US and international markets.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and dimensional specifications, ensuring the baseplate provides the correct mass and rigidity for efficient compaction force transfer.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original mounting hole pattern and plate geometry of the VP1550 and VP2050 series, allowing straightforward installation without rework or fabrication.
- Broad VP-Series Fitment — Confirmed for VP1550A, VP1550Aw, VP2050A, and VP2050Aw models, including US-market variants, covering a wide range of single-direction vibratory plate applications.
- Restored Compaction Performance — A worn or cracked baseplate reduces ground contact area and diminishes compaction output; replacing it with 5100018630 restores full plate-to-ground energy transmission.
- Structural Integrity Under Load — The baseplate operates under continuous vibration and ground-reaction forces; OEM material grade ensures it withstands the cyclic stress demands of production compaction work.
The baseplate is the primary ground-contact component on a vibratory plate compactor. It transmits the exciter's centrifugal force directly into the soil, asphalt, or aggregate below, and its mass and surface area are calibrated to the compactor's specific frequency and amplitude output. When a baseplate becomes cracked, warped, or worn, compaction efficiency drops noticeably — the machine may vibrate unevenly, lose forward travel, or fail to achieve the required density in fewer passes. Replacing a damaged baseplate with a properly spec'd OEM unit like the Wacker Neuson 5100018630 returns the machine to its designed compaction output and helps protect the exciter assembly from the added stress caused by an unbalanced or compromised plate.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100018630 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Baseplate |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| VP1550AW Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1550Aw US | 5100018342 |
| Single direction vibratory plate VP2050Aw | VP2050Aw | 5100018360 |
| VP2050A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP2050A US | 5100018359 |
| VP1550A Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP1550A US | 5100018343 |
| VP2050A | VP2050A | 5100018361 |
| VP1550Aw | VP1550Aw | 5100018344 |
| VP1550A | VP1550A | 5100018345 |
| VP2050AW Single Direction Vibratory Plate | VP2050Aw US | 5100018358 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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