The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Lock Nut designed for the E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater and E3000 Ground Heater series. As a factory-sourced component, it meets the exact material and dimensional specifications set by Wacker Neuson for this heating equipment line. This Lock Nut fits across the full range of E3000 configurations, including generator-equipped, lift bail, and temperature-controlled variants. Ordering by part number ensures you receive the correct fastener for your specific E3000 unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Fastener Grade — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's specified torque and thread tolerances, ensuring a secure, consistent clamp load in heating system assemblies.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Engineered to the same thread pitch and dimensional profile as the original, so installation is straightforward with standard tooling.
- Broad E3000 Series Compatibility — Fits E3000 Ground Heater and E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater configurations, including models with generators, lift bails, 3kW and 6kW gen sets, and temperature control packages.
- Maintains Fastener Integrity Under Heat-Cycle Stress — Lock nuts in heating equipment must resist loosening through repeated thermal expansion and contraction; the OEM specification ensures this part holds its position through normal operating cycles.
- Fuel and Fluid System Safety Relevance — Fasteners in heating equipment assemblies directly affect the security of fluid connections and structural mounts; using the correct OEM-spec nut supports safe, leak-free operation.
A lock nut is a type of fastener engineered to resist loosening under vibration, thermal cycling, and dynamic load — conditions commonly present in ground heating and hydronic surface heating equipment. In the E3000 series, lock nuts secure critical connections within the heater assembly, keeping components properly aligned and clamped through repeated heat-up and cool-down cycles. When a lock nut wears, strips, or is replaced with an incorrect fastener, it can compromise the integrity of the connection it secures, potentially leading to component movement, fluid leaks, or structural failure in the assembly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000177800 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0177800 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Lock Nut |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| E3000 Hydronic Surface Heater with generator | E3000 | 5000620219, 5000620679, 5000620158, 5200014677, 5200004952, 5100017807, 5100017809, 5200014678, 5200014679, 5200014720, 5100017806, 5100017808, 5200014721, 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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