{"product_id":"tempstar-1-pole-contactor-for-tch036akc3-25a-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar 1-Pole Contactor for TCH036AKC3 — 25A 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 TCH036AKC3 condensing unit. The contactor is the electromechanical switch that powers the compressor and condenser fan motor each time the thermostat calls for cooling. A 24-volt control signal energizes the coil, pulling in a set of 25-amp contacts that feed line voltage to the outdoor equipment. Because it cycles thousands of times per season, the contactor's contacts gradually pit, burn, or weld from arcing — one of the most common reasons an outdoor unit hums but won't start, or won't shut off. A new contactor is a low-cost repair that restores dependable operation and protects the compressor.\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\u003eFit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Direct 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-fit replacement for the Tempstar TCH036AKC3 heat pump\/condensing unit. This 1-pole 25A 24V contactor is also used across many comparable ICP-family outdoor units (Heil, Comfortmaker, Arcoaire, Keeprite) sharing the same electrical platform. Confirm the existing contactor's amp rating, pole count, and coil voltage 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 breaker, then verify zero voltage with a multimeter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e — Remove the condenser service\/access panel to reach the control compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e — Photograph every wire and terminal on the old contactor before disconnecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Disconnect the 24V coil leads and the line\/load wires, then unscrew the contactor from its bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount the new contactor, move each wire to the matching terminal per your photo, and tighten all connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power, call for cooling, and confirm the contactor pulls 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 hums or chatters but won't start (contacts not closing).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible pitting, burning, or melted housing on the contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor and fan run nonstop and won't shut off (welded contacts).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent cooling or repeated condenser breaker trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips same day on orders placed before 3 PM CST. 30-day hassle-free returns. Backed by the National HVAC Parts fitment guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tempstar","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63021658702195,"sku":"1050699-GEN","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048390345075,"sku":"1050699","price":32.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-1pole-1050699_6624df8a-216d-4dc1-8d54-6878bf13bc8e.jpg?v=1782957574","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-1-pole-contactor-for-tch036akc3-25a-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}