{"product_id":"tempstar-2-pole-40a-contactor-for-tch460akc2-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar 2-Pole 40A Contactor for TCH460AKC2 — 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 TCH460AKC2 heat pump condensing unit. The contactor is an electrically controlled switch that uses a 24-volt signal from the thermostat to close its main 40A line-voltage contacts, energizing the compressor and condenser fan motor. When the call for cooling or heating ends, the 24V coil de-energizes and a spring opens the contacts to shut the system down. Because it cycles every time the unit runs, the contactor is one of the most common wear items in outdoor HVAC equipment. Typical failure symptoms include pitted or welded contacts (unit won't shut off), chattering or buzzing from the coil, a burnt or melted housing, and a compressor that fails to start even though the thermostat is calling. A worn contactor can also cause low-voltage current draw issues that trip the transformer or control board.\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\u003eTCH460AKC2\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 TCH460AKC2 outdoor unit. The same 2-pole 40A 24V contactor is shared across many ICP-family condensers and heat pumps sold under the Tempstar, Heil, Comfortmaker, and ICP brands. Always confirm the existing contactor's 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 the breaker, then verify zero voltage with a multimeter before touching any wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e — Remove the service\/electrical 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 wire connections before disconnecting anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Disconnect the wires, release the mounting clip or screws, and lift out 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 each wire exactly per your photo, including the two 24V coil leads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power, place a call for cooling, and confirm the contacts pull in and the compressor and fan start normally.\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 (contacts welded closed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoud buzzing or chattering from the contactor coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurnt, pitted, or melted contacts and housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor and fan fail to 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. 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