The Wacker Neuson Ballast is a genuine OEM component designed for the LTS7K, LTS8K, and LTS8L series light towers. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this ballast carries the same specification as the original part installed at the factory, covering both 50 Hz and 60 Hz metal halide configurations across trailer and skid-mounted units. Compatible models include the LTS7K, LTS8K, and LTS8L series, making this a direct replacement for a wide range of Wacker Neuson portable lighting equipment.
Key Features
- Correct Electrical Output Spec — Genuine OEM ballast matched to Wacker Neuson's metal halide lamp requirements for consistent arc ignition and stable light output.
- 50 Hz & 60 Hz Coverage — A single part number spans both frequency variants, fitting a broad range of LTS7K, LTS8K, and LTS8L configurations without guesswork.
- Drop-In Replacement — Engineered to the original mounting and wiring configuration, so installation follows the same procedure as the factory-fitted unit.
- Wide Series Fitment — Verified for LTS7K (trailer and skid), LTS8K, and LTS8L models across multiple build variants — check your model number before ordering.
- Sustained Lamp Performance — A functioning ballast regulates the current that drives the metal halide lamp; a failed or degraded ballast causes flickering, failure to strike, or premature lamp burnout.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — As a core electrical component in a high-intensity discharge lighting system, using the correct OEM ballast ensures the circuit operates within its designed voltage and current limits.
The ballast is the electrical control device that regulates the current supplied to a metal halide lamp. Without it, the lamp cannot strike an arc or maintain the steady discharge needed to produce light — too much current burns the lamp out quickly, while too little prevents it from igniting at all. When a ballast fails or degrades, the most common symptoms are a light tower that won't illuminate, a lamp that flickers continuously, or one that shuts off shortly after startup; replacing the ballast restores proper lamp operation and protects the lamp itself from premature failure.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100040830 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Ballast |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| LTS7K - 60 HZ, Metal Halide, Trailer | LTS7K | 5100042185, 5100041967, 5100041968 |
| LTS8L | LTS8L | 5100041969, 5100042180, 5100042186 |
| LTS8K | LTS8K | 5100042181, 5100042182, 5100042187 |
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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