{"product_id":"payne-pa3pea036000ab-contactor-1h36kh","title":"OEM Payne Contactor 2-Pole 24V Coil for PA3PEA036000AB","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOEM Payne 2-Pole Contactor 24V Coil for Model PA3PEA036000AB\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis OEM contactor is the factory-specified replacement for the \u003cstrong\u003ePayne PA3PEA036000AB\u003c\/strong\u003e split-system air conditioner. The contactor acts as a high-voltage relay, switching power to the compressor and condenser fan motor when the thermostat sends a 24V signal. When the contactor fails — due to pitted contacts, coil burnout, or a stuck plunger — the system will hum without starting, fail to cool entirely, or trip the breaker repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-pole configuration | 24V AC coil voltage | 30-amp contact rating | Factory-matched fit for Payne PA3PEA036000AB | OEM Part Number: HN52KC025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM vs Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e This OEM contactor is manufactured to exact Payne factory tolerances with silver-alloy contacts rated for thousands of switching cycles. Generic contactors often use lower-grade contact materials that pit and fail prematurely, especially in high-cycling summer conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall difficulty: 2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e — Always shut off power at the disconnect box and breaker panel before beginning. Tools needed: flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, 1\/4\" nut driver, needle-nose pliers, multimeter. Photograph all wiring connections before removal to ensure correct reinstallation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-year OEM factory warranty against defects. Ships same business day from our climate-controlled warehouse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for the Payne \u003cstrong\u003ePA3PEA036000AB\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-ton split-system air conditioner. Verify coil voltage and pole configuration on your unit's data plate before ordering. Our HVAC parts specialists are available to confirm fitment — your order ships the same business day it's placed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Payne","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":62908903948659,"sku":"PAYNE-PA3PEA036000AB-CONTACTOR-HN52KC025","price":68.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Generic","offer_id":62908903981427,"sku":"PAYNE-PA3PEA036000AB-CONTACTOR-HN52KC025-GEN","price":60.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-HN52KC025_444fd74d-a07e-4ecb-a419-7e1665f0b97f.jpg?v=1780717989","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/payne-pa3pea036000ab-contactor-1h36kh","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}