OEM Carrier Hot Surface Spark Electrode Igniter for Model PY3GPAA60130AA — Part #48VL400002
This OEM spark electrode igniter is the factory-specified replacement for the Carrier PY3GPAA60130AA packaged gas unit. The hot surface igniter is the critical first step in every heating cycle — it heats to over 2,000°F to ignite the gas burners reliably and safely. When the igniter fails, the control board will attempt ignition, detect no flame, and lock the system out, leaving you with a no-heat call and a fault code. Replacing the igniter with the correct OEM part restores factory ignition timing and surface temperature, ensuring consistent burner light-off every cycle.
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Specs: Spark electrode igniter | OEM Part #48VL400002 | Factory-matched mounting geometry and lead length | Compatible voltage and wattage to original specification
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OEM vs Generic: This is a genuine OEM Carrier igniter manufactured to exact factory tolerances. Aftermarket igniters frequently vary in tip geometry, wattage, and ceramic composition — causing misfires, premature cracking, or nuisance lockouts that a direct OEM replacement eliminates entirely.
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Install Difficulty: 3/5 — Always shut off gas supply and 24V/line voltage power before servicing. Tools needed: 1/4" and 5/16" nut drivers, needle-nose pliers, multimeter (to verify open circuit on failed igniter ~40–90Ω). Handle the igniter element only by its ceramic base — skin oils contaminate the surface and dramatically shorten service life.
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Warranty: 1-year OEM factory warranty against defects. Ships same business day from our stocked warehouse.
Compatibility: Designed for Carrier model PY3GPAA60130AA packaged gas/electric units. Verify OEM part number 48VL400002 against your unit's data plate and service literature before ordering. Our fitment team is available to confirm compatibility before you buy — same-day shipping on all in-stock orders.