OEM Carrier Flame Sensor for PY3PEA036060AB Gas Furnace — In Stock

The flame sensor in your Carrier PY3PEA036060AB packaged gas unit confirms that a real flame is present after the igniter fires. It works on flame rectification: once the burner lights, a small microamp current flows through the flame to the metal rod, signaling the control board that it is safe to keep the gas valve open. As the rod oxidizes or carbons over, that signal drops and the board can no longer prove the flame, so it closes the gas valve within seconds as a safety response. Homeowners typically see the unit ignite and then immediately shut down, hear it cycle on and off repeatedly, and eventually lose heat entirely when the control locks out. This is a single-rod flame rectification sensor with a high-temperature Kanthal-type element and a porcelain insulator built for continuous flame exposure. A healthy installed rod reads about 1–6 microamps of flame current; readings below roughly 0.5 µA usually cause lockout. The OEM rod length and bracket are sized to seat the tip at the correct depth and angle inside the Carrier burner flame. OEM matters because correct rod placement is critical. Generic universal sensors frequently have the wrong length or bracket bend, leaving the tip at the edge of the flame where it produces a weak, drifting signal and nuisance lockouts that return weeks later. The OEM part restores exact factory flame contact. Install difficulty: 2 of 5. Tools needed: 1/4" nut driver, fine steel wool or emery cloth, and a multimeter capable of reading microamps. #1 safety warning: shut off the gas supply and kill power at the unit disconnect before removing the old sensor. 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 PY3PEA036060AB. 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.