The Wacker Neuson Pressure Relief Valve is a genuine OEM component designed for the RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo single drum soil compactor series. As a direct OEM replacement, it is manufactured to the same tolerances and pressure ratings as the original, ensuring the hydraulic system operates exactly as engineered. This part covers a wide range of RC-series configurations including CAB, ROPS, DPF, US-spec, and VO variants, making it the reliable choice for fleet operators and service technicians working across multiple machine builds. Confirm your machine's model number against the fitment list before ordering to ensure a correct match.
Key Features
- OEM-Calibrated Pressure Rating — Manufactured to the exact cracking pressure specification of the original valve, ensuring the hydraulic circuit is protected at the correct threshold — not approximated.
- Drop-In Hydraulic Fitment — Designed to thread directly into the original port with matching thread form and seat geometry, so installation follows the standard service procedure without adaptation.
- Broad RC-Series Coverage — Fits RC50, RC50p, RC70, RC70p, and RC70vo configurations across CAB, ROPS, DPF, and US-spec builds — one part number across a wide range of compactor variants.
- Protects the Hydraulic System Under Load — A correctly functioning pressure relief valve prevents hydraulic overpressure during compaction cycles, protecting pumps, motors, and hoses from damage caused by pressure spikes.
- Overpressure Safety Compliance — On hydraulic compaction equipment, a failed or out-of-spec relief valve can allow dangerous pressure buildup. Replacing with a genuine OEM part maintains the system's designed pressure-relief behavior and supports safe machine operation.
A pressure relief valve is a critical hydraulic safety component that limits the maximum pressure within the system by diverting excess fluid back to the reservoir when a set threshold is reached. On single drum soil compactors like the RC50 and RC70 series, the hydraulic system drives both the vibration drum and the drive circuit, meaning pressure spikes can occur during heavy compaction work or sudden load changes. When a pressure relief valve wears, sticks, or fails to open at the correct pressure, the result can range from sluggish machine performance and increased heat buildup to pump failure or hose rupture — making timely replacement essential for both machine longevity and operator safety.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100023524 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pressure Relief Valve |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single drum soil compactor RC50 | RC50 | 5100021295, 5100047388 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50P | RC50P | 5100021296 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70 | RC70 | 5100021297, 5100047410 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70P | RC70P | 5100021298 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70VO | RC70VO | 5100021299 |
| RC50 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50 US | 5100027575, 5100047413 |
| RC50p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50p US | 5100027576, 5100047414 |
| RC70 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70 US | 5100027577, 5100047415 |
| Vibration Roller | RC70 VO US | 5100027578 |
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579, 5100047416 |
| RC50p | RC50p | 5100047389 |
| RC70p | RC70p | 5100047411 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo | 5100047412 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF CAB | 5100064255 |
| RC50 | RC50 DPF ROPS | 5100064256 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF CAB | 5100064257 |
| RC50p | RC50p DPF ROPS | 5100064258 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF CAB | 5100064259 |
| RC70 | RC70 DPF ROPS | 5100064260 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF CAB | 5100064261 |
| RC70p | RC70p DPF ROPS | 5100064262 |
| RC70vo | RC70vo DPF CAB | 5100064263 |
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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