The Wacker Neuson Pressure Relief Valve is a genuine OEM component designed for RC50 and RC70 series single drum soil compactors, including the RC50, RC50P, RC70, RC70P, and RC70VO models. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact specifications of the original valve installed at the factory. It is a direct-fit replacement for both international and US-market variants across the RC50 and RC70 compactor lines. Verify your model number against the fitment list before ordering to confirm compatibility.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Pressure Rating: — Manufactured to the original pressure threshold specifications, ensuring the valve opens and closes at precisely the correct system pressure — not an approximation.
- Direct-Fit Replacement: — Engineered to match the original port sizing, thread pitch, and mounting configuration of the factory-installed valve for a straightforward swap.
- Broad RC Series Compatibility: — Fits RC50, RC50P, RC70, RC70P, and RC70VO single drum soil compactors across both international and US-spec model variants.
- Hydraulic System Protection: — A correctly functioning pressure relief valve prevents over-pressurization in the hydraulic circuit, protecting pumps, motors, and hoses from damage caused by excessive pressure spikes.
- Safety-Critical Hydraulic Component: — Pressure relief valves are a primary safeguard in hydraulic systems; using a genuine OEM part ensures the relief threshold conforms to Wacker Neuson's tested safety parameters for these machines.
A pressure relief valve is a hydraulic safety component that limits the maximum pressure within a hydraulic circuit. When system pressure exceeds the preset limit — due to a load spike or blockage — the valve opens to divert fluid and protect downstream components from damage. On a single drum soil compactor like the RC50 or RC70, a failed or out-of-spec relief valve can lead to erratic drum behavior, overheating hydraulic fluid, or catastrophic damage to the pump or drive motor, making timely replacement essential to keeping the machine operating safely.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100023660 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pressure Relief Valve |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single drum soil compactor RC50 | RC50 | 5100021295 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC50P | RC50P | 5100021296 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70 | RC70 | 5100021297 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70P | RC70P | 5100021298 |
| Single drum soil compactor RC70VO | RC70VO | 5100021299 |
| RC50 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50 US | 5100027575 |
| RC50p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC50p US | 5100027576 |
| RC70 Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70 US | 5100027577 |
| Vibration Roller | RC70 VO US | 5100027578 |
| RC70p Single Drum Soil Compactor | RC70p US | 5100027579 |
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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