The Wacker Neuson Capacitor 40uF is a genuine OEM component designed for LTS8L and LTS8K series light towers. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this capacitor meets the original electrical specification for the machines it serves, ensuring the lighting system operates exactly as intended. Verified fitment covers multiple LTS8L and LTS8K configurations, making the correct choice when servicing these light towers.
Key Features
- Correct Capacitance Rating — Rated at 40uF to match the original electrical specification, maintaining proper motor start and run performance in the lighting system.
- Genuine OEM Part — Supplied by Wacker Neuson, this capacitor is manufactured to the same standard as the component it replaces — no guesswork on compatibility.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Engineered to connect and mount in the same position as the original, allowing straightforward swapping during service without adapting wiring or mounts.
- LTS8L and LTS8K Fitment — Confirmed fit across multiple LTS8L and LTS8K light tower variants, covering a wide range of serial configurations within these series.
- Protects Motor Starting Performance — A correctly rated capacitor delivers the start-up current boost the motor needs; an out-of-spec or failed capacitor can cause hard starts, reduced output, or motor burnout.
- Electrical Safety Compliance — Using the OEM-specified capacitor value in a lighting tower's motor circuit is critical to safe, stable operation — an incorrect rating can stress motor windings and create overheating risk.
A capacitor in a light tower's generator or lamp motor circuit stores and releases electrical energy to provide the surge of current needed to start the motor and keep it running efficiently. Without a functioning capacitor at the correct rating, the motor may fail to start, run erratically, or draw excess current that shortens its lifespan. Replacing a worn or failed capacitor with the correct 40uF unit restores normal starting behavior and protects the broader electrical system from strain.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100040938 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Capacitor 40uF |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| 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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