{"product_id":"tempstar-contactor-for-tch042aka1-1-pole-35a-24v-coil-ships-today","title":"Tempstar Contactor for TCH042AKA1 — 1-Pole 35A 24V Coil | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine OEM single-pole definite purpose contactor (part #1050839) for the Tempstar TCH042AKA1 heat pump. The contactor acts as the electrically controlled switch that powers the compressor and condenser fan motor whenever the thermostat calls for operation. A 24-volt control signal energizes the magnetic coil, which closes a 35-amp line-voltage contact to feed the outdoor unit. With thousands of cycles per cooling season, the contacts gradually pit, arc, and can weld shut. Watch for a unit that hums but won't start, a buzzing or chattering noise at the disconnect, contacts stuck closed so the compressor runs continuously, or scorched terminals. Swapping the contactor is a quick, affordable repair that restores reliable starting.\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\u003e1050839\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\u003eContact Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 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\u003ePoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTCH042AKA1\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 a direct-fit replacement for the Tempstar TCH042AKA1 condensing unit. It also fits many ICP-family outdoor units — Heil, Comfortmaker, Arcoaire, and Keeprite — that originally used a 1-pole 35A 24V contactor. Verify pole count, amp rating, and coil voltage against your existing 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 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 service panel from the condensing unit to expose the contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e — Photograph every wire and terminal before disconnecting anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Label and disconnect the line, load, and 24V coil wires, then unbolt the old contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount the new contactor and reconnect each wire exactly as photographed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power, call for cooling, and confirm the contactor pulls in cleanly with the compressor and fan energizing.\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 hums or buzzes but the compressor won't start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts pitted, burnt, or welded closed (unit runs nonstop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible arcing or melted terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent cooling or short-cycling\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":63021658636659,"sku":"1050839-GEN","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048429502835,"sku":"1050839","price":32.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-contactor-1pole-1050839_31950418-ad69-4b01-aac6-cf592f81486f.jpg?v=1782959292","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-contactor-for-tch042aka1-1-pole-35a-24v-coil-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}