{"product_id":"tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch460aka3-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar 2-Pole 40A Contactor for TCH460AKA3 — 24V Coil | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the OEM 2-pole, 40-amp definite purpose contactor (part #1059574) for the Tempstar TCH460AKA3 heat pump condensing unit. The contactor is an electrically controlled switch that uses a 24-volt thermostat signal to close its 40A line-voltage contacts, energizing the compressor and condenser fan motor. When the call ends, the 24V coil de-energizes and a spring opens the contacts to shut the unit down. Because it cycles on every run, the contactor is among the most common wear items in outdoor HVAC equipment. Typical failure symptoms include pitted or welded contacts (unit won't shut off), a buzzing or chattering coil, a burnt or melted housing, and a compressor that won't start despite a thermostat call.\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\u003eOEM Part 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\u003eDefinite 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\u003ePoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Pole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 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\u003eFits Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTCH460AKA3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis contactor is the factory-specified replacement for the Tempstar TCH460AKA3 outdoor unit. The same 2-pole 40A 24V contactor is used across many ICP-family condensers and heat pumps sold under the Tempstar, Heil, Comfortmaker, and ICP brands. Verify pole count, contact amperage, and 24V coil rating against your old part 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 before touching wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e — Remove the electrical\/service panel on the condensing unit to expose the contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e — Photograph all line-voltage and 24V coil connections before disconnecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Disconnect the wires, release the mounting screws or clip, and remove the old contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount the new contactor in the same orientation and reconnect every wire per your photo, including the 24V coil leads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power, call for cooling, 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 won't shut off (welded contacts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuzzing or chattering from the contactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurnt, pitted, or corroded contacts and housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor and fan won't start on a cooling call\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":63021654409587,"sku":"1059574-GEN","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048396407155,"sku":"1059574","price":38.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-2pole-1059574_6671e3bb-682d-448c-b35b-52bbb86dadad.jpg?v=1782958038","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch460aka3-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}