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Provides electric resistance heating — primary heat in AC + electric configurations, or supplemental backup heat in heat pump systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-section\"\u003e\n \u003ch2 class=\"gm-section-title\"\u003eWhat This Is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAn electric heat kit is a strip of resistance heating elements that installs directly inside a Goodman air handler cabinet. When the thermostat calls for heat, current passes through the elements and the air handler's blower distributes warm air through the ductwork. Simple, reliable, and requires only an electrical hookup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTwo common applications: as primary heat in an AC + electric heat configuration (mild climates without natural gas service), or as supplemental backup heat in a heat pump system for the coldest days when the heat pump alone can't keep up. The 8 kW size handles smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-section\"\u003e\n \u003ch2 class=\"gm-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003ctable\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eHeat Output\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeating Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eElectrical\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e208\/240V, Single Phase, 60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvercurrent Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory-installed circuit breaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircuit Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Control\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat Element Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNickel-chromium (rust-resistant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSequencer-staged for steady airflow temperatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlug-in wiring harness for installation inside the host unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoodman air handlers (compatible with the older ARUF\/ASPT cabinet families)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-section\"\u003e\n \u003ch2 class=\"gm-section-title\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp class=\"gm-section-sub\"\u003eBacked by Goodman's standard parts warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-warranty-grid\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-warranty-item\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-warranty-years\"\u003e5\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-warranty-label\"\u003eYear Limited Parts\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:16px;font-size:.9em;color:#6b7280;\"\u003eLimited parts warranty against manufacturing defects. See official Goodman warranty documents for complete terms and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-section gm-faq\"\u003e\n \u003ch2 class=\"gm-section-title\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-item\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-q\"\u003eWhich air handlers does this fit?\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-a\"\u003eCompatible with Goodman air handlers (compatible with the older ARUF\/ASPT cabinet families). The kit slides into a dedicated slot inside the air handler cabinet. Note: HKSX-series kits are designed for older Goodman air handler families (ARUF, ASPT and similar) — the newer R-32 air handlers (AMST series) use the HKTSN\/HKTSD heat kit series instead.\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-item\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-q\"\u003eHow much heat does it provide?\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-a\"\u003eThis is a 8 kW kit, which produces 8 kW of electric heat. As a rough sizing guide: 5 kW heats a small space, 8–10 kW handles a typical home in mild climates, and 15 kW provides robust heating for larger homes or colder climates. If this isn't the right size for your space, the 5 kW or 10 kW version may be a better fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-item\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-q\"\u003eDo I need this for a heat pump system?\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-a\"\u003eRecommended in colder climates. Heat pumps lose efficiency below about 40°F outdoor temperature, and a heat strip provides backup heat for the coldest days. In warm climates, a heat kit may be optional. Required for AC + electric heat configurations where a heat pump isn't being used.\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-item\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-q\"\u003eIs this hard to install?\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"gm-faq-a\"\u003eThe kit slides into a dedicated slot inside the air handler and connects via the factory-prepared wiring harness. Wiring runs to the existing thermostat circuit — standard HVAC wiring practice, no refrigerant work involved.\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43609312657473,"sku":"HKTSN08X1","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6279\/8913\/files\/5-8-10-kw-heat-strip_43d3fe9d-3235-4689-8c3a-3dcf81200966.jpg?v=1772119762","url":"https:\/\/aceairdirect.com\/products\/goodman-8kw-heat-kit-air-handler","provider":"Ace Air Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}