{"product_id":"tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch260akc3-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar 2-Pole 40A Contactor for TCH260AKC3 — 24V Coil | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis OEM 2-pole definite purpose contactor (part #1059574) is the primary switching relay for the Tempstar TCH260AKC3 condensing unit. Rated at 40 amps with a 24-volt control coil, it energizes the compressor and condenser fan motor whenever the thermostat calls for cooling. The contactor's silver-cadmium contacts close to deliver line voltage to the outdoor unit and open to shut it down. Over time the contacts pit, burn, or weld from the constant high-current arcing, and the coil can fail open. Common symptoms include a unit that will not start, a buzzing or chattering outdoor unit, or a system that runs continuously because the contacts have fused closed.\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 TCH260AKC3 heat pump\/condenser. The TCH260 platform is shared across the ICP family, so this contactor also services equivalent Heil, Comfortmaker, and Keeprite models built on the same chassis. Always confirm the amp rating and coil voltage against your 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 visible on inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor and fan run nonstop even when the thermostat is satisfied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo 24V pull-in when the contactor is 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":63021655753075,"sku":"1059574-GEN","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048396341619,"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_1dff9518-804b-4ed1-8242-e5b57ded4c6f.jpg?v=1782958036","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch260akc3-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}