OEM Carrier Hot Surface Igniter for PY3PEA060115NA Gas Furnace

The hot surface igniter (HSI) is what lights the burners in your Carrier PY3PEA060115NA. On a call for heat, the control board sends voltage to the igniter, which glows white-hot to ignite the gas as the valve opens. When an igniter fails or weakens, you get the most common no-heat complaint there is: the inducer runs, you hear the gas valve attempt to open, but the burners never light — followed by the furnace locking out after several tries. A cracked igniter may show a visible break, or it may glow but no longer reach ignition temperature. Many fail simply from age and the thermal stress of thousands of on/off cycles. This OEM igniter is matched to the PY3PEA ignition circuit in both material and resistance. It is a silicon nitride element — far more durable and impact-resistant than the brittle older silicon carbide 'fork' style — with a cold resistance typically in the 40–75 ohm range that the board expects to see. The correct resistance and mounting bracket ensure it glows to full temperature in the designed warm-up time. OEM resistance matching is the whole game with igniters: an element with the wrong resistance either won't glow hot enough to ignite reliably, or runs too hot and burns out prematurely. Generic igniters with loose specs are the leading cause of repeat ignition failures. Install difficulty: 2/5. Tools needed: 1/4-inch nut driver, Phillips screwdriver, and a multimeter to confirm resistance. Handle the new element only by its ceramic base — skin oils create hot spots that crack it. #1 safety warning: TURN OFF THE GAS and kill power before servicing. Ships same business day from our stocked warehouse on orders placed 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 PY3PEA060115NA. 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.