{"product_id":"tempstar-contactor-for-tca218aka1-1-pole-25a-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar Contactor for TCA218AKA1 — 1-Pole 25A 24V Coil | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis OEM 1-pole contactor (part #1050699) is the electrical switch that energizes the compressor and condenser fan in your Tempstar TCA218AKA1 condensing unit. When the thermostat calls for cooling, the 24V control signal pulls in the contactor coil, closing the line-voltage contacts and powering the outdoor equipment. Rated for a 25 amp resistive load with a 24V coil, this single-pole device handles thousands of switching cycles per season. A failed contactor is one of the most common no-cool causes — pitted, welded, or burned contacts prevent the unit from starting, while a chattering or buzzing contactor signals a worn coil. Replacing it restores reliable, clean switching and protects downstream components from voltage spikes and arcing.\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\u003eCurrent 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\u003e24V\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\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM\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 the direct OEM replacement for the Tempstar TCA218AKA1 condensing unit. This contactor is also shared across many ICP-family single-stage condensers (Heil, Comfortmaker, Arcoaire) using a 24V control circuit. Always confirm the existing contactor reads 1-pole, 25A, 24V coil 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 across the contactor terminals with a multimeter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e — Remove the condenser control-panel service cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e — Photograph all line, load, and coil wiring before disconnecting anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Label and disconnect the wires, then unscrew the old contactor from its mounting bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount the new contactor, reconnect each wire to the matching terminal per your photo, and confirm the 24V coil leads are secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power, call for cooling, and verify the contactor pulls in cleanly and the compressor\/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 start even though the thermostat calls for cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoud humming, buzzing, or chattering from the contactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisibly pitted, burned, or melted contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts stuck closed — condenser runs continuously\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":63021670105459,"sku":"1050699-GEN","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048426652019,"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_ab6cf1d8-8ad6-478b-9739-2f78714fc465.jpg?v=1782959203","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-contactor-for-tca218aka1-1-pole-25a-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}