OEM Carrier Gas Furnace Hot Surface Igniter for PG95SAS60100CAAA

The hot surface igniter is what actually lights your Carrier PG95SAS60100CAAA furnace. On a call for heat the control board sends voltage to this element, which glows red-hot in a few seconds; gas then flows across it and ignites. When the igniter cracks or its element ages out, you'll hear the inducer and gas valve cycle but get no flame — the furnace clicks, tries again, and finally locks out. Homeowners notice cold air from the vents, repeated start-up attempts, and no heat, usually on the first hard freeze when the furnace runs hardest. Specs: this is a hot surface igniter built for Carrier's ignition sequence. Older-style silicon carbide elements read roughly 40–90 ohms cold and are fragile; newer silicon nitride elements are far more durable and shrug off thermal cycling. Whichever your furnace uses, the resistance and mounting must match so the element reaches full ignition temperature within the board's timing window. A reading of infinite/open ohms means the element is cracked and dead. OEM matters because igniters live or die by their resistance and element placement. A generic igniter with the wrong resistance won't glow hot enough to light gas reliably, leading to delayed ignition, soft lockouts, and a 'whoomp' of delayed ignition that stresses the heat exchanger. Install difficulty: 2 of 5. Tools: 1/4" nut driver and a multimeter to confirm resistance. Critical: never touch the element with bare fingers — skin oils create hot spots that shatter it. #1 safety warning: shut off the gas and cut power at the furnace switch or breaker before servicing. Ships same business day from our stocked warehouse on orders placed before 3 PM CST. Backed by a 1-year OEM warranty and 30-day hassle-free returns on uninstalled parts.

Compatibility

This part is compatible with Carrier model PG95SAS60100CAAA. Always verify the part number against your unit's data plate before ordering.

Why Choose OEM?

OEM parts are manufactured to the exact factory specifications for your unit. Generic aftermarket alternatives may fit physically but often use lower-rated components that reduce equipment life and void manufacturer warranties. When the cost difference between OEM and generic is $10-30, the OEM part is always the smarter investment on a system worth $5,000-$15,000.

Shipping & Returns

Same-day shipping on orders before 3 PM CST. Standard delivery 2-5 business days, express options available at checkout. 30-day hassle-free returns on uninstalled parts — free return shipping included. 1-year OEM factory warranty coverage.