{"product_id":"tempstar-defrost-control-board-for-txh518gka200-24v-heat-pump-ships-today","title":"Tempstar Defrost Control Board for TXH518GKA200 — 24V Heat Pump | Ships Today","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis OEM defrost control board (part #1173636) is the brain of the defrost cycle on your Tempstar TXH518GKA200 heat pump. It monitors outdoor coil temperature and run time, then initiates and terminates the defrost cycle to clear frost from the outdoor coil during heating operation. The board energizes the reversing valve, controls the auxiliary heat handoff, and times the compressor and outdoor fan during defrost. Operating on a 24V control signal, it coordinates the contactor, sensors, and reversing valve coil so the unit defrosts only when needed. A failed defrost board is one of the most common causes of a heat pump that ices over, short cycles, or fails to switch into defrost — leading to poor heating, frozen coils, and high energy bills.\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\u003e1173636\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDefrost Control Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTempstar (ICP \/ Heil \/ Comfortmaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat Pump Defrost Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Replacement\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 OEM fit for the Tempstar TXH518GKA200 heat pump and shared ICP-family platforms sold under the Heil, Comfortmaker, and Arcoaire badges using the same chassis. Always verify your existing board's part number (1173636) and connector layout against the unit before ordering.\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 at the board with a multimeter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess\u003c\/strong\u003e — Remove the outdoor unit's electrical access panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument\u003c\/strong\u003e — Photograph every wire and connector position on the old board before disconnecting anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove\u003c\/strong\u003e — Unplug the low-voltage harness and sensor leads, release the mounting screws\/standoffs, and lift out the old defrost board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount the new board, then reconnect each harness and sensor exactly per your photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restore power, run a heating call, and confirm the unit enters and terminates defrost 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 coil ices over and the unit never enters defrost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat pump short cycles or won't switch between heating and defrost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversing valve or auxiliary heat fails to energize on a defrost call.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible burn marks, corrosion, or no diagnostic LED activity on the board.\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":63021625934195,"sku":"1173636-GEN","price":134.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048448639347,"sku":"1173636","price":175.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-control-board-defrost-1173636_8da3353d-213a-4556-b607-07635be6cbf5.jpg?v=1782959985","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/tempstar-defrost-control-board-for-txh518gka200-24v-heat-pump-ships-today","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}