{"product_id":"carrier-py1pea048080afba-flame-sensor-cygsl5","title":"OEM Carrier Flame Sensor LH33WZ005 for PY1PEA048080AFBA","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOEM Carrier Flame Sensor LH33WZ005 for Model PY1PEA048080AFBA\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the OEM factory-specified flame sensor (flame rod) for the \u003cstrong\u003eCarrier PY1PEA048080AFBA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged gas\/electric unit. The flame sensor's job is critical: it detects the presence of a burner flame by passing a small electrical current through the rod and into the flame itself. If the control board doesn't detect that current within a few seconds of ignition, it shuts off the gas valve as a safety measure. A coated, corroded, or failed sensor is one of the most common causes of a furnace that lights, runs briefly for 5–8 seconds, then shuts down and locks out — cycling repeatedly without ever sustaining heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM Part Number LH33WZ005 | Factory-matched flame rod geometry and ceramic insulator | Correct bracket mounting configuration for Carrier packaged units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM vs Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM sensors use the exact rod alloy and ceramic insulator specification Carrier's control board expects. Off-brand sensors can produce weaker microamp signals, causing nuisance lockouts even with a clean rod — OEM eliminates that variable entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty: 2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e — Turn off gas and power at the disconnect before servicing. Tools needed: 1\/4\" or 5\/16\" nut driver, needle-nose pliers. Simply unplug the single wire connector, remove the mounting screw, swap the sensor, and reconnect. Always verify microamp reading (1.5–4.0 µA typical) with a multimeter after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-year OEM factory warranty. Ships same business day from our warehouse when ordered before cutoff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for the Carrier \u003cstrong\u003ePY1PEA048080AFBA\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-ton 80,000 BTU packaged gas\/electric unit. Verify your existing sensor's part number on the label or your unit's wiring diagram before ordering. Our fitment specialists are available to confirm compatibility — just reach out before you buy. \u003cstrong\u003eIn stock and ships today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrier","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":62641127489907,"sku":"CARRIE-PY1PEA048080AFBA-FLAME_SENSOR-LH33WZ005","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Generic","offer_id":62641127522675,"sku":"CARRIE-PY1PEA048080AFBA-FLAME_SENSOR-LH33WZ005-GEN","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-flame-sensor-LH33WZ005_56539d23-f799-4a87-8981-04d021f5aa34.jpg?v=1775031135","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/carrier-py1pea048080afba-flame-sensor-cygsl5","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}