{"product_id":"oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-wph4442ahaa-b1226207","title":"OEM Goodman Suction Line Accumulator for WPH4442AHAA — B1226207","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodman B1226207 Suction Line Accumulator\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1226207\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM suction line accumulator engineered as a direct-fit replacement for the \u003cstrong\u003eWPH4442AHAA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged unit and compatible Goodman\/Amana platforms. The accumulator sits on the compressor suction line and temporarily stores any liquid refrigerant that would otherwise return to the compressor, allowing it to boil off as vapor before entering the pump. This protects the compressor from liquid slugging during off-cycle migration, defrost, and low-load operation — one of the most common causes of premature compressor failure in heat pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Number: B1226207\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent: Suction line accumulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits Model: WPH4442AHAA (Goodman packaged unit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Liquid refrigerant separation \/ compressor slug protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Coated steel shell with internal J-tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Goodman OEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a factory Goodman OEM accumulator built to the exact internal volume, port sizing, and J-tube geometry specified for your unit. Generic accumulators may match the connection size but can differ in holding capacity and oil-return metering, which affects compressor lubrication and reliability. For a sealed-system component like this, OEM fitment is strongly recommended to preserve warranty and system charge behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstall Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced — EPA 608 certification required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacement involves recovering the refrigerant charge, brazing the accumulator into the suction line, pulling a proper vacuum, and recharging to nameplate. This is a job for a licensed HVAC technician. Always verify part fitment against your unit's model and serial plate before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058262720883,"sku":"GOODMAN-15080","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-wph4442ahaa-b1226207","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}