{"product_id":"carrier-ph1pea048000acba-contactor-1h36kh","title":"OEM Carrier 2-Pole Contactor 30A 24V for PH1PEA048000ACBA — HN52KC025","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOEM Carrier 2-Pole Contactor 30 Amp 24V for Model PH1PEA048000ACBA (HN52KC025)\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis OEM 2-pole definite-purpose contactor is the factory-specified replacement for the \u003cstrong\u003eCarrier PH1PEA048000ACBA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged heat pump unit, sourced to supersede discontinued part number \u003cstrong\u003eHN52KC025\u003c\/strong\u003e. The contactor acts as the primary high-voltage switching relay in your system: when the thermostat calls for cooling or heating, the 24V control circuit energizes the coil, closing the contacts and delivering 240V power to the compressor and condenser fan motor. When the contactor fails — due to worn or pitted contacts, a burned coil, or contacts welded shut — the system will either refuse to turn on entirely or run continuously without responding to thermostat commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-Pole (Double Pole) | 30 Amp FLA | 24V AC Coil | 600V rated contacts | Definite-purpose contactor configuration — factory-matched to OEM specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM vs Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM contactors use silver-alloy contact tips rated for thousands of switching cycles. Generic contactors often use lower-grade contact materials that pit and oxidize faster, leading to premature failure and potential compressor damage from voltage drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall difficulty: 2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e — Always disconnect power at the disconnect box and verify zero voltage with a multimeter before touching any terminals. Photograph all wiring before removing the old contactor. Tools needed: flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, needle-nose pliers, multimeter. Note wire positions on both line-side (L1\/L2) and load-side (T1\/T2) terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-year OEM factory warranty against defects. Ships same business day from our warehouse when ordered by 3PM local time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct OEM replacement for Carrier model \u003cstrong\u003ePH1PEA048000ACBA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged heat pump units. Note: OEM part number HN52KC025 has been superseded — this listing ships the current authorized replacement, HN52KC024, which is a direct form-fit-function substitute. Verify your unit's data plate for 2-pole, 30A, 24V coil specification before ordering. Questions about fitment? Our HVAC parts specialists verify compatibility before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrier","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":62641661116787,"sku":"CARRIE-PH1PEA048000ACBA-CONTACTOR-HN52KC025","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Generic","offer_id":62641661149555,"sku":"CARRIE-PH1PEA048000ACBA-CONTACTOR-HN52KC025-GEN","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-HN52KC025_47c0b355-f05f-44bb-bab1-07488422483c.jpg?v=1775015504","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/carrier-ph1pea048000acba-contactor-1h36kh","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}