OEM Carrier 2-Pole Contactor 24V Coil for Model CA16NA03000GAAAA
This OEM contactor is the factory-specified replacement for the Carrier CA16NA03000GAAAA split-system air conditioner. The contactor is a high-voltage relay that receives a low-voltage (24V) signal from the thermostat and switches line-voltage power to the compressor and condenser fan motor. When it fails — due to pitted contacts, a burned coil, or a stuck plunger — your system will either fail to start entirely, run continuously without shutting off, or trip the breaker on startup.
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Specs: 2-pole configuration | 24V AC coil voltage | 30–40A contact rating | Factory OEM part number HN51KC024 | Direct drop-in replacement, no wiring modifications required
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OEM vs Generic: OEM contactors use silver-alloy contact tips rated to factory arc-interruption specs. Generic contactors often use lower-grade contacts that pit and weld prematurely under compressor inrush current, leading to repeat failures within a single season.
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Install difficulty: 2/5 — Shut off power at the disconnect and breaker before beginning. Tools needed: flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, 1/4" nut driver, needle-nose pliers, non-contact voltage tester. Photograph all wiring before disconnecting terminals. Transfer wires one at a time to avoid miswiring.
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Warranty: 1-year OEM factory warranty against defects. Orders placed before cutoff ship the same business day from our warehouse.
Compatibility: Engineered for Carrier model CA16NA03000GAAAA split-system condensers. Verify your existing contactor's pole count, coil voltage, and amperage rating against your unit's data plate before ordering. Not sure it fits? Our HVAC parts team confirms fitment before you check out — no guesswork, no returns.