Soft Starter for Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps – Reduces Startup Surge, Reverse Motor Protection, Easy DIY Install, Generator/Stored Energy/Solar Compatible (8-16A + Install Kit)

This soft start is designed for modern air conditioning and heat pump systems, which operate using the same compressor technology. A heat pump works exactly like an air conditioner—but with the added ability to reverse the refrigeration cycle, allowing it to cool in summer and heat in winter. Whether your system is running in cooling mode or heating mode, this soft start reduces startup surge, protects your compressor, and allows operation on generators, in stored energy, off-grid systems, and homes with limited electrical capacity. Ideal for residential heat pumps, mini-splits, rooftop units, and traditional AC units, this solution improves reliability, extends equipment life, and prevents breaker trips during startup.

• SOFT START FOR AC & HEAT PUMPS: Designed for both air conditioners and heat pump systems, including units that provide heating and cooling by reversing refrigerant flow.
• REDUCES STARTUP SURGE: Soft start technology gently ramps compressor startup, lowering inrush current and reducing electrical stress—ideal for generators, solar, stored energy, and weak grid conditions.
• YEAR-ROUND HEAT PUMP COMPATIBILITY: Fully compatible with heat pumps in both summer cooling and winter heating modes with no adjustment required.
• EXTENDS COMPRESSOR LIFE: Reduces mechanical stress, minimizes nuisance breaker trips, and helps extend compressor and system lifespan.
• REVERSE MOTOR PROTECTION: The only soft starter on the market with proprietary Reverse Motor Protection to prevent compressor damage when switching between generator and utility power.
• BUILT FOR GENERATOR & BACKUP POWER: Specifically engineered for emergency power systems—works with all generator types and allows AC or heat pump operation during outages.
• WIDE SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Works with most 1.75–3.5 ton residential AC and heat pump systems, including home units, rooftop units, stored energy, and backup power applications.
• SMALLEST FOOTPRINT DESIGN: Compact size allows easy installation inside AC or heat pump units without space constraints.
• QUICK DIY INSTALLATION: Simple, hassle-free setup with included install kit—(2) #8 x 1/2" screws, #10 wire ferrule, and 16" #10 pre-crimped wire with insulated fork-spade connector.
• EXTREME TEMPERATURE RATED: Industry-leading durability with an operating range of -4°F to 140°F and storage range of -40°F to 185°F.