00:00Is your fridge making that annoying clicking sound and refusing to stay cold?
00:04Don't panic and definitely don't call an expensive repair technician just yet,
00:08because most of the time it's simply a worn-out start relay.
00:12Today, I've tracked down the best deals on the top 5 refrigerator compressor start relays so
00:17you can get your kitchen back up and running for just a few dollars.
00:21Kicking things off at number 1 is the ultra-versatile PTC start relay.
00:25The best feature here is the wide variety of choices, you can pick it up in 2,
00:293, or 4-pin designs with resistances from 4.7 up to 33 ohms,
00:34meaning there's an exact match for almost any standard compressor.
00:38At just $3.64, it's an incredible bargain, especially with nearly 5,000 units sold and
00:45a spotless 5-star rating. It's durable, easy to pop on, and by far the safest bet for a quick
00:51weekend fix.
00:52Next up at number 2, we have the LCTC QD7 starter relay combo.
00:58What makes this one stand out is that it comes pre-wired with an integrated thermal overload
01:02protector, saving you the hassle of ordering multiple components.
01:07Priced at only $2.64, it completely takes the guesswork out of troubleshooting whether
01:12it's your relay or your protector that failed. With over 4,600 orders and a stellar 4.9-star rating,
01:19it's easily worth buying for an effortless plug-and-play replacement.
01:23Coming in at number 3 is this 15-ohm 3-pin PTC starter relay paired with a 1.6-horsepower
01:29overload protector. The highlight here is how specifically dialed in it is for smaller
01:34refrigerators, beverage coolers, and dorm-sized units that run on typical 1.6-HP motors.
01:40Ringing in at just $2.12, it costs less than a cup of coffee to fix an appliance that would
01:46cost
01:46hundreds to replace. Thousands of DIYers have used this exact kit to bring their mini-fridges back
01:52to life without any fuss. For our fourth pick, check out the LCTC-RP4 Large Capacity Starter Relay.
01:59The standout feature on this unit is its heavy-duty build and dual-voltage support for both 110- and
02:05220-volt setups, making it tough enough to handle demanding cooling cycles and higher-capacity
02:10compressors. At $3.68, it's worth the tiny price tag for the extra durability, especially if your
02:18fridge works hard in a hot garage or during peak summer heat, boasting a solid 4.8 Star Trek record.
02:24Rounding out our list at number 5 is this universal 110- to 220-volt overload switch.
02:30The best part about this little lifesaver is its broad compatibility, safely protecting compressors
02:36ranging anywhere from 1-6 up to 1.5 horsepower from damaging heat spikes. It is the most affordable
02:42part on our list at an unbelievable $1.90, yet it still holds a perfect 5-star rating with almost
02:484,000 sales. At that price, it's smart to keep one in your toolbox just in case.
02:55You can find all the direct links to these relays with the latest discounts down in the video
02:59description below. Thanks for hanging out, and happy fixing!
