The Wacker Neuson Nut with Washer is a genuine OEM fastener assembly designed for the HX 60 Heat Exchanger (230 V). As a factory-sourced component, it is manufactured to the exact dimensions and material specifications required for proper installation and secure retention within the HX 60 unit. Sourcing the correct OEM fastener ensures the joint holds to specification and prevents the loosening, leaking, or misalignment that an ill-fitting substitute can cause. If you are servicing or reassembling an HX 60 Heat Exchanger, part number is the correct replacement to keep the unit operating as intended.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Fastener Dimensions — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact thread pitch, diameter, and washer bearing-surface specs, ensuring the joint seats correctly and holds torque without stripping or galling.
- Integrated Washer Design — The combined nut-and-washer assembly distributes clamping load evenly across the mating surface, protecting the housing material from damage during tightening.
- Direct HX 60 Fitment — Confirmed fitment for the HX 60 Heat Exchanger (230 V); drop-in replacement that installs exactly as the original hardware did.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this fastener meets the same material and hardness standards as the hardware originally installed at the factory.
- Prevents Joint Failure Under Heat-Cycle Stress — Heat exchangers operate through repeated thermal expansion and contraction cycles; correctly rated OEM fastener hardware resists loosening and fatigue that off-spec substitutes may not withstand.
A nut with integrated washer serves as a critical fastening element within the HX 60 Heat Exchanger assembly, securing panels, covers, or internal components so the unit maintains proper sealing and structural integrity during operation. The washer portion spreads the clamping force over a wider surface area, preventing the nut from pulling into or damaging softer housing materials. When this hardware loosens, corrodes, or is lost during service, replacing it with the correct OEM part — 5000173878 — ensures the reassembled unit holds tight through the demanding heat cycles that indirect-fired heating equipment regularly experiences.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000173878 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0173878 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Nut with Washer |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| HX 60 Heat Exchanger, 230 V | HX60 | 5000620251 |
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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