{"product_id":"tempstar-1-pole-25a-contactor-for-tch242akc1-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar 1-Pole 25A Contactor for TCH242AKC1 – 24V Coil | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine OEM single-pole definite purpose contactor (part number 1050699) for the Tempstar TCH242AKC1 outdoor unit. The contactor is the electrically operated switch that sends line voltage to the compressor and condenser fan motor whenever the thermostat calls for cooling or heat-pump operation. A 24-volt signal energizes the coil, the magnetic field pulls the 25-amp contacts closed, and the outdoor unit starts; a spring opens the contacts when the call ends. The contacts arc on every cycle and eventually pit, burn, or weld, which can leave the unit unable to start — or unable to shut off. A humming coil, a no-start outdoor unit, or a compressor that runs nonstop all point to a failing contactor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1050699\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDefinite Purpose Contactor, 1-Pole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTempstar (ICP \/ Heil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered as a direct OEM replacement for the Tempstar TCH242AKC1 condensing unit. The 1050699 contactor is shared across many ICP-family condensers and heat pumps sold under the Tempstar, Heil, Comfortmaker, and ICP brands. Verify the amp rating and 24V coil voltage against the contactor in your unit before installing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First\u003c\/strong\u003e – Disconnect power at the outdoor disconnect and main breaker, then verify zero voltage at the terminals with a multimeter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e – Remove the condenser service panel to expose the control area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e – Photograph every wire and terminal before disconnecting anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e – Label and pull the line, load, and 24V coil wires, then unscrew the old contactor from the bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mount the new 1050699 contactor and reconnect each wire exactly per your photo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e – Restore power, place a cooling call, and confirm the contacts pull in and the compressor and fan start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSigns You Need a Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor unit will not start despite a thermostat call.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumming, buzzing, or chattering from the contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurned, pitted, or melted contact points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor runs continuously because the contacts are welded closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips same day before 3 PM CST. 30-day returns. Backed by the National HVAC Parts fitment guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tempstar","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63021656473971,"sku":"1050699-GEN","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048381956467,"sku":"1050699","price":35.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-1pole-1050699_cb0c2e36-f33c-4096-bb6e-435cb229e618.jpg?v=1782956935","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-1-pole-25a-contactor-for-tch242akc1-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}