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SPM-HEP-4062 is the threaded magnetic speed pickup with a lock nut, lead and two pin plug. It is used on Caterpillar excavators. This aftermarket version has the same mounting and electrical connector as the original, so it plugs in and bolts on where the old one came off.
It replaces Caterpillar 196-7973 and Caterpillar 125-2966.
Sold as one unit. Check the number on your old part, or in the parts manual for your machine, before ordering.
| Part Type | Engine Speed Sensor |
| Replaces | Caterpillar 196-7973 |
| Sensor type | Magnetic engine speed pickup |
| Connector | Two pin plug on a lead |
| Cross references | Caterpillar 125-2966 |
| Fits | Caterpillar 315C, 315CL and 320C excavators with the 3046 and 3066 engines |
| Condition | New, aftermarket |
| Stat. HS-Code | 903289 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Caterpillar machines
Check the part number on your old unit before ordering.
| Caterpillar Part No.(SPM Part No.) | Fits |
|---|---|
| 196-7973(SPM-HEP-4062) | Caterpillar 315C, 315CL and 320C excavators with the 3046 and 3066 engines |
| Brand | Part No. |
|---|---|
| Caterpillar | 196-7973 |
| Caterpillar | 125-2966 |
All of these numbers are the same part.
Wrong or missing reading
A failed sensor gives a dead or false gauge reading or a warning light.
Fault codes
Check the wiring and plug first; if the sensor itself reads out of range, replace it.
Corrosion
Connectors on machines take water and dirt. A corroded sensor is cheaper to replace than to chase.
Fleet spares
Common sensors are worth keeping in stock for each machine type.
We check what other aftermarket sellers charge for this same part. Their prices on the date we checked:
| Seller | Price | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| eBay (2 aftermarket sellers) | USD 37.10 to 49.97 | 25 Oct 2026 |
| SINOCMP | USD 39.00 | 23 Oct 2026 |
| FridayParts | USD 54.02 | 23 Oct 2026 |
| IMARA Engineering | USD 82.71 | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Spare Part Mart | USD 31.20 | Today |
Our price of USD 31.20 is 16% to 62% less than these sellers.
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No. It is an aftermarket part made to fit in place of Caterpillar 196-7973. It is not made by or affiliated with Caterpillar; the Caterpillar part number is used only to show what it replaces.
It fits Caterpillar 315C, 315CL and 320C excavators with the 3046 and 3066 engines. Machines change parts between serial number ranges, so check the number on your old part or in your parts manual.
It has the same mounting and electrical connector as the original. Check the plug and terminals match your old part, and test it before putting the machine back to work.
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