Coil Relay 1/6

Description

1/6 HP Refrigerator Compressor Coil Start Relay (Heavy Duty Mechanical Starter) ### Product Overview This Mechanical Coil Start Relay is an electromechanical starter designed specifically for lower-fractional horsepower refrigerator and freezer compressors (rated at 1/6 HP and 1/5 HP). Operating via a robust internal electromagnetic copper winding, it initiates a high-torque kickstart every time your refrigerator calls for cooling. When the initial power surge hits the coil, it instantly pulls up an internal plunger to power the compressor’s start winding. As the motor reaches its running speed, the current drops, allowing gravity to drop the plunger and cleanly disconnect the start winding—preventing motor burnout and ensuring long-term operational efficiency. ### Key Features Electromechanical Reliability: Utilizes traditional mechanical snap-action mechanics, making it more resilient to the ambient heat and voltage fluctuations that often wear down standard PTC solid-state stone relays. Optimized Core Resistance: Precision-calibrated copper windings designed to deliver the exact pull-in and drop-out current profiles required for standard 1/6 HP refrigeration systems. Heavy-Duty Construction: Enclosed in a flame-retardant casing with premium conductive brass/copper terminal flags. Clean Single or Dual Terminal Setup: Designed for effortless slip-on mounting directly onto the compressor pins, pairing seamlessly with matching thermal overload protectors. ### Product Compatibility & Cross-Referencing To ensure this universal part matches your appliance, check that your compressor is rated around 1/5 to 1/6 HP (or approximately 120W to 150W), operates on your household voltage (115V or 220V depending on your region), and uses the same pin orientation. Direct Replaces & Equivalent Configurations: Supco / Smart Electric: RO-62 / SE1/6R Series (Combination or standalone 1/6 HP mechanical starters) Danfoss / Secop: Frequently replaces older-style 117U Series mechanical current relays (e.g., matching parameters for legacy 117U6019 or 117U6011 short relays). Universal Applications: Often cross-references with standard PW series (like PW5.5A) and EM series fractional horsepower compressor units. Compatible Appliance Types: Standard kitchen refrigerators and compact mini-fridges Under-counter beverage centers and wine chillers Small chest freezers and upright deep freezers Commercial water fountains and water dispensers Common Compatible Appliance Brands: Because this part serves as a standardized mechanical replacement, it is compatible across an array of major appliance brands, including: Whirlpool / Kenmore / Maytag Frigidaire / Electrolux Danby Haier / Midea GE (General Electric) Galanz / Panasonic ⚠️ Installation Note: Mechanical coil relays are gravity-dependent. They must be installed right-side up (often indicated by an arrow or the word “TOP” on the housing) so the internal plunger can drop and disengage freely. Mounting the relay upside down will keep the start winding permanently energized, burning out the compressor.