{"product_id":"tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch260akc2-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar 2-Pole 40A Contactor for TCH260AKC2 — 24V Coil | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis OEM 2-pole definite purpose contactor (part #1059574) is the main switching relay for the Tempstar TCH260AKC2 condensing unit. Rated at 40 amps with a 24-volt control coil, it sends line voltage to the compressor and condenser fan motor each time the thermostat calls for cooling. The high-current arcing that occurs every cycle gradually pits and burns the contacts, while the coil itself can open from age and heat. Typical failure signs are an outdoor unit that hums but won't start, audible chatter, or a system that never shuts off because the contacts have welded together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\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\u003e1059574\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Pole Definite Purpose Contactor\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\u003eAmp Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect OEM replacement for the Tempstar TCH260AKC2 heat pump\/condenser. The TCH260 chassis is shared across the ICP family, so this contactor also services equivalent Heil, Comfortmaker, and Keeprite units. Confirm amp rating and coil voltage against the old part before installing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\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 across the line terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e — Remove the condenser service panel to expose the electrical compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e — Photograph all wiring before disconnecting anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Label and disconnect the line, load, and 24V coil leads, then unscrew the old contactor from its bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount the new contactor and reconnect each wire exactly per your photo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power and confirm the contactor pulls in cleanly on a cooling call with no chatter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSigns You Need a Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor unit hums or buzzes but won't start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePitted, burned, or welded contacts on inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor and fan run nonstop with the thermostat satisfied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo 24V pull-in when energized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\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":63021655785843,"sku":"1059574-GEN","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048396276083,"sku":"1059574","price":37.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-2pole-1059574_9dc8f966-ffd3-4fae-a033-b0cebf15812c.jpg?v=1782958033","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch260akc2-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}