The Wacker Neuson Nipple Fitting is a genuine OEM component designed for the E3000, E1100, HSH350, and Pureheat series hydronic surface heaters and ground heaters. As a direct OEM part, is manufactured to the exact specifications of the original, ensuring a correct, leak-free connection within the fluid circuit of your heating system. This fitting is confirmed compatible across a wide range of E3000 Ground Heater and Hydronic Surface Heater configurations, including generator-equipped, liftbail, and temperature-controlled variants, as well as the HP252 and Pureheat Oil and Gas Burner models. When you need to restore your heating system to full working order, sourcing the correct OEM nipple fitting is a straightforward way to get there.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Thread and Sealing Geometry — Manufactured to the original thread form and seating dimensions, ensuring a pressure-tight seal within the hydronic fluid circuit.
- Direct Drop-In Connection — Matches the original port configuration on E3000, E1100, HSH350, and Pureheat hydronic heater plumbing without modification to adjacent fittings or hose ends.
- Broad Fitment Coverage — Compatible with the full range of E3000 Ground Heater and Hydronic Surface Heater variants, the E1100 Ground Heater, HSH350, HP252, and Pureheat Oil and Gas Burner models.
- Fluid System Integrity — A worn or damaged nipple fitting can cause coolant or glycol solution leaks that compromise heat output and damage surrounding components; replacing it promptly restores closed-loop system pressure.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, part number 5000168710 carries the same quality assurance as the fitting installed at the factory.
A nipple fitting is a short threaded connector used to join two sections of pipe, hose, or ported components within a fluid circuit. In a hydronic surface heater or ground heater, these fittings are part of the closed-loop system that circulates heated fluid through hoses or blankets to cure concrete, thaw frozen ground, or maintain slab temperatures in cold weather. A cracked, corroded, or cross-threaded nipple fitting will allow the glycol-water solution to leak, causing a drop in system pressure, reduced heating efficiency, and potential damage to the pump or heat exchanger. Replacing a failed fitting with the correct OEM part restores system integrity and keeps the heater operating at its rated output.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000168710 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0168710 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Nipple Fitting |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater with generator | E3000 | 5000620219, 5000620679, 5000620158, 5000620678, 5200014677, 5200004952, 5100017807, 5100017809, 5200014678, 5200014679, 5200014720, 5100017806, 5100017808, 5200014721, 5100017810, 5100017811, 5100025046, 5100055568, 5100056441, 5100056440, 5100025045 |
| Hydronic Surface Heater | HSH350 | 5000620254, 5200001677 |
| HP252 | HP252 | 5000620249 |
| E1100 GROUND HEATER | E1100 | 5000620172, 5000620244, 5200001676 |
| Pureheat Hydronic Heater, Oil Burner | Pureheat | 5000620245, 5000620246, 5000620190, 5000620220 |
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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