OEM Carrier Hot Surface Igniter for PG95XAT60080CAAA Furnace

The hot surface igniter is the glow element that lights the burners each cycle on your Carrier PG95XAT60080CAAA furnace. When the control board calls for heat, it sends line voltage to the igniter, which glows white-hot to roughly 2000°F and lights the gas as the valve opens. A failed igniter is the single most common no-heat cause: you'll hear the inducer spin and see the sequence begin, but the burners never light, the furnace locks out after three or four trial-for-ignition attempts, and only cold air comes from the registers. An aging igniter may glow dimly, crack mid-cycle, or show visible hairline fractures. This is a silicon nitride igniter — far more durable and thermal-shock resistant than older silicon carbide elements — with a typical cold resistance of about 11–18 ohms. A healthy unit reads continuity; an open or infinite reading means it has failed. It's rated for 120VAC and glows faster than carbide. Igniters are brittle and resistance-matched to the furnace's ignition timing. Generic igniters with the wrong resistance won't reach full glow temperature inside the trial-for-ignition window, causing delayed ignition and repeated lockouts, or they run too hot and burn out early. OEM silicon nitride matches Carrier's spec for resistance and mounting depth so the burners light cleanly on the first try. Install difficulty: 2/5. Tools: a 1/4" nut driver and gloves — never touch the element with bare fingers, since skin oils create hot spots that crack it. #1 safety warning: shut off power at the breaker before servicing and handle the igniter only by its ceramic base. Ships same business day from our stocked warehouse on orders 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 PG95XAT60080CAAA. 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.