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Perkins Engines Perkins DEF Head Unit

PERKINS ENGINES PERKINS DEF HEAD UNIT

Shipping ICON

ORDERS PLACED BEFORE 3PM EST WILL SHIP SAME DAY

WARRANTY ICON

WARRANTY
1M MILES OR 1 YEAR

$895.00

CORE CHARGE:

$250.00
iCORE DISCLAIMER: The CORE charge is a 30 day hold and will not be processed as long as the CORE is returned within 30 days. If you do not have a CORE or fail to return the CORE within 30 days, the CORE charge hold amount will be processed at that time.

AVAILABILITY IN STOCK
OEM NUMBER T434814
PART TYPE DEF Head Unit
BRAND Tamerx Diesel Products
ENGINE MAKE Perkins
ENGINE TYPE
YEAR
PART NUMBER 1731-13-2
APPLICATION NOTES Perkins Engines
ADDITIONAL NOTES DEF Header, Coaxial Heater, 40 MICRON, 13"

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This is a Remanufactured, Tamerx DEF Head Unit, Tamerx part number 1731-13-2 ( OEM Part Number T434814 ). This part is primarily made for a Perkins , and comes with a One Million Miles or One Year Warranty. For additional warranty info Click Here

Additional Notes: DEF Header, Coaxial Heater, 40 MICRON, 13"

OEM NUMBERS

Primary OEMT434814
Additional OEMT434814

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

CONDITIONRemanufactured
UPC / Barcode00840490541269
WEIGHT8.00 LBS

SHIPPING OPTIONS

Ship Weight : 8.00 LBS
UPS Ground, 2nd Day Air, Next Day Air

SHIPPING POLICY

Tamerx Diesel Products ships via UPS Ground. Next day air shipping can be arranged for a reasonable price of anywhere from $50.00 - $100.00 depending on the weight of the product and your location. We will do everything we can to make sure that you get the service you need. We understand how important it is to receive your order as quickly as possible.
In most cases Tamerx Diesel Products only needs one address, as long as your product is shipping to the same location as your billing information. In order to eliminate credit card fraud, your billing information must match the credit card you provide.

The terms, conditions, and details of our warranty vary from product to product. Specific warranty details can be found below.

Tamerx Diesel Products provides a replacement warranty on all of our parts. The duration and mileage limitations of the warranty vary by product and are specified on the product's detail page/item listing.

Please note that the warranty covers replacement of the part and the cost of shipping the replacement part to you only. It does not cover any shop, labor, towing, or any similar or related costs. This is not a "money back guarantee".

If you experience a problem with your part or it is not functioning properly, the correct warranty procedure is to call us at (510) 257-1777 (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET Monday through Friday). Be sure to have your order number and/or other relevant order information ready so we can easily locate your order and resolve your issue as quickly as possible. From that point, we will review with you any troubleshooting steps that may need to be taken and other areas or systems that can be checked to rule out external problems contributing to your part's issue. If a replacement is determined to be necessary, we will then arrange for your replacement part to ship out ASAP and issue any necessary return shipping labels and/or documents.

As is the case for the majority of the diesel products sold on Tamerx Diesel Products, your part's warranty is active as soon as you install it. In some other cases, warranty activation is contingent upon you sending us your core (i.e., your old part). Tamerx Diesel Products will provide you a return shipping label for parts that have a warranty with a core return condition. When we have received your core return, the part's warranty coverage begins. We reserve the right to void the product warranty if your core is not received within the allotted time, or if it isn't received at all. If the warranty for the diesel part you are purchasing has a core return requirement, it will be clearly noted on the product detail page/item listing.

What is a Core Charge?

A core charge (also called "core deposit") is similar to the deposit you might pay for a can or bottle of soda and is a standard requirement in the auto parts industry. For example, in many states, to promote recycling, you pay a deposit when you purchase a can of soda and receive your deposit back when you return the empty can. Many automotive parts have a core charge, or core price, that works in essentially the same way as a soda can deposit.

30 Day Core Charge Hold

You authorize Tamerx Diesel Products, to hold your credit card for the specified core charge amount and that you agree to return your core with 30 days of receiving the purchased part. When we have received your core return, the hold is released and the core charge payment is canceled.

The customer, or parts buyer, is responsible for any shipping costs associated with core returns unless otherwise specified in the product listing/detail page. Tamerx Diesel Products offers prepaid UPS shipping labels (SKU numbers UPS-CR1 and UPS-CR2) for use in returning your core that are available for purchase on our website during your shopping/order process.

The shipping label you will need to use for the core return is dependent upon what part you are purchasing. UPS-CR1 is good for cores weighing up to 20 pounds. UPS-CR2 is appropriate for shipping cores weighing 21 pounds or more. You must include enough information with the core return that clearly identifies it as a.) a Core Return, and b.) contains enough information we can use to clearly associate the core return with your order. Including a copy of the invoice or packing slip that came with the original shipment, clearly marked "Core Return", is ideal. Alternately, you can include a note marked as "Core Return" that includes your order number, full name and address, and phone number or other contact information. Failure to include this information with your returned core will most likely delay any due core credit being issued and/or delay any applicable warranty activation. Core returns need to be for the exact part purchased and cannot be damaged. Substituting another part in place of the part you have purchased is not acceptable.

All fluids must be drained.

If you have purchased a set or a parts package, you will need to return cores for all components of the set. For example, if you have purchaed a high pressure oil pump with an IPR valve, you will need to return both HPOP and IPR valve cores to receive proper credit. If you have purchased an EGR cooler/EGR valve package, your core return must consist of an EGR cooler core and an EGR valve core, or core credit will not be given.

Core Charges are often mandated by state legislature, and, as such, the actual core charge and taxes on the charge may vary depending on the state in which you buy your part. The Tamerx Diesel Products core charge presented to you online today with your item is representative of the most common core charge.


Revitalize your Perkins emissions system with the Perkins Engines DEF Head Unit — a rugged remanufactured powerhouse built to deliver precise, real-time monitoring of DEF level, temperature, and fluid quality. Crafted to meet OEM standards and designed for seamless integration into your SCR setup, this unit helps eliminate derates, keep you compliant, and maximize uptime under the toughest operating conditions. It’s the reliable emissions upgrade your Perkins power train deserves.

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In diesel-powered equipment, precision in your emissions aftertreatment system isn’t optional—it’s essential. The Perkins DEF Head Unit (OEM T434606) acts as the eyes and regulator of your DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) system. For users running Perkins engines, a proper DEF head ensures you're getting accurate fluid level, temperature, and urea concentration readings. When that module drifts or fails, the results are often error codes, emissions warnings, or even engine derates—problems that cost both downtime and money.

  • Monitors DEF fluid level, temperature, and concentration and relays correct feedback to the engine control module

  • Regulates the dosing of DEF into the exhaust stream to support SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) in reducing NOx emissions correctly

  • Built to match OEM T434606 specifications, ensuring compatibility, proper fit, and calibration with Perkins systems

  • Helps prevent fault codes, emissions warnings, and engine derates that stem from bad or inconsistent sensor signals

  • Constructed to handle harsh operating environments: vibration, temperature variations, and exposure to DEF fluid

  • Simplifies service with easier install and trusted durability

Having a reliable DEF head unit like the OEM T434606 means your Perkins engines stay clean, compliant, and dependable. Skip the surprises—investing in a high-quality DEF monitor now protects you later from service disruptions and keeps your emissions chain solid.

The DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) head unit is responsible for monitoring fluid level, quality, and temperature to ensure the emissions system functions correctly. Since DEF is highly sensitive to environmental conditions, extreme temperatures can directly impact the performance and reliability of the DEF head unit.

How Temperature Impacts DEF Head Unit Performance

  • Freezing Conditions
    DEF begins to freeze at around 12°F (-11°C). When frozen, sensors may provide inaccurate readings or stop working until the fluid thaws.

  • High Heat Exposure
    Excessive heat can degrade DEF fluid and stress the unit’s electronics, sometimes leading to false quality or level warnings.

  • Rapid Temperature Swings
    Quick changes between hot and cold can put extra strain on sensors, increasing the risk of premature failure.

  • Crystallization Risks
    Repeated freeze-thaw cycles can cause DEF crystallization, which may build up around sensors and interfere with their accuracy.

  • Outdoor Storage Challenges
    Vehicles kept outside in extreme climates are more prone to DEF head unit issues due to prolonged exposure.

Temperature is one of the most important factors affecting DEF head unit performance. By storing vehicles properly, using quality DEF, and monitoring conditions in extreme weather, operators can minimize temperature-related issues and extend the life of this critical component

The DEF system should be depressurized, electrical connections disconnected, and the head unit unbolted and removed following OEM safety and mounting guidelines.

DEF may freeze or become too cold during cold ambient conditions, reducing system effectiveness or causing system fault codes.

Excessive vibration or shock can damage sensors or connectors, cause leaks, or lead to mechanical failure of internal components.

Common codes include temperature sensor out of range, level sensor fault, filter clog or communication failure.

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