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AIRGO

Soft Starter for Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps – Reduces Startup Surge, Reverse Motor Protection, Easy DIY Install, Generator/Stored Energy/Solar Compatible (16–32A + Install Kit)

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Fulfilled by MES Group, LLC
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Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit


Features

  • 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 stressideal 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.

Description

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.

Operation Mode: ON-OFF


Current Rating: 32 A


Operating Voltage: 240 volts


Contact Type: Normally Open


Connector Type: Clamp


Brand: AIRGO


Switch Type: Push Button


Terminal: Screw


Material: Plastic


Item dimensions L x W x H: 5.5 x 3 x 2.16 inches


Operation Mode: ON-OFF


Current Rating: 32 A


Operating Voltage: 240 volts


Contact Type: Normally Open


Connector Type: Clamp


Switch Type: Push Button


Terminal: Screw


Circuit Type: 1-way


Mounting Type: Wall Mount


Actuator Type: Push Button


Number of Positions: 4


Upper Temperature Rating: 131 °F


Control Method: Touch


Wattage: 7680 watts


Control Type: Manual


Compatible Devices: Residential Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps


Color: White


Item Dimensions: 5.5 x 3 x 2.16 inches


Unit Count: 1 Count


Number of Items: 1


Material Type: Plastic


Contact Material: Copper


International Protection Rating: IP20


Specification Met: UL


Brand Name: AIRGO


Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit


Manufacturer: MES Group


Warranty Description: 1 Year Warranty, 2 Year Warranty When Warranty Card Filled Out and Submitted


UPC: 850063921428


Included Components: Wires for easy installation


Part Number: 'AIRGO-8-16A-SS


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Excellent product!
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
High quality equipment. Well made, sturdy, and smaller size than others to fit into my HVAC heat pump. All the wires needed for installation were provided. Compared to others this was a very good value. The instructions and videos on YouTube enabled me to install it within 1 hour with very little experience. Once installed and electricity connected the Airgo reduced the rush-in amps by 50%. The startup noise was less and the lights blinking in the house ceased. Definitely recommend ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2026 by Alex
    • Excellent!
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
Review Image by Becky
I have a 4-ton scroll a/c condensing unit rated 97 LRA. So, I didn't even try to run it on my brand-new 11.5kW (14.5kW peak) generator without a soft starter. I chose this Airgo 16-32A soft starter due to its stellar reviews and midrange price. Installation took less than an hour, including a lot of checking and double-checking to be sure I connected it properly. By the time it was practical for me to try it on the generator, we had used the a/c for a few days on grid power so I'd assume whatever learning or adjusting the Airgo was going to do was complete. I'm happy to report that with the Airgo installed, my a/c unit starts up great on generator power and the genny barely flinches when it does. Perfect! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026 by Becky
    • 5 Stars
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
Easy to install. Seems like a quality item. I've had one on my two units for a few months now, and you can tell the difference when the units start up. It's a gradual start and no longer an instant surge. That has to help the longevity of the units. I installed them to be able to use a portable generator to run my AC during power outages. It's much cheaper than spending thousands on a larger generator. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2026 by Melissa
    • Easy install
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
Review Image by Lee
Review Image by Lee
I’ve been wanting a soft start for a couple years now and finally bought one. The AirGo had a much better price than others and I read great reviews on it. I have a 13000 watt generator and it ran my a/c and everything else but when the unit kicked on my lights blinked and the tv goes black then resets and comes back on. I also needed to run one extra portable a/c when electricity goes out. I researched for weeks and studied the wiring over and over and even asked a HVAC man about wiring. I received my AirGo today and was ready to install immediately. Took 10 minutes. Everything is working great. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2026 by Lee
    • Early on a good buy!
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
Installed on a Lennox 4 ton and dropped start up amperage by over 60%, 5 star now , but time will tell if soft start holds up and longevity. Worked on elevators for 30 years and our soft starts on hydraulic elevators lasted for decades. This seems to be the same concept and build, just on a smaller scale. As for as installation a piece of cake , the only change I would make is in instructions you are told to take compressor load wire off factory starter contact in early steps then later on down the instruction procedure you told where to put it and can be a little confusing. I would rather the instructions telling you where to put wire once you take it off and not later on. I could see where some may get a lil off track with their method. I had to read twice before understanding what and where that wire was to go . An a/c tech. would have realized right away where the wire would have to go, but not us novices. With my electrical background I knew it had to go somewhere and I rather once I take a wire off and it has to go somewhere else let that be the next step in instructions. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026 by John
    • Good Installation Assistance
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
Review Image by TJM
I installed this on my AC compressor as a first step toward eventually being able to power my home using a portable generator. While I’m handy, electronic wiring and diagrams are not familiar, so I was a bit intimidated in installing this. I felt like I was diffusing a bomb - afraid to clip the wrong wire. I sorted out what I thought was the correct installation for my AC unit, and then emailed Bob with a few pictures to seek confirmation before I did anything. To my amazement, he responded within minutes, letting me know that my plan was correct. The installation was relatively simple, although I did need to run to the hardware store for a crimp wire connector for one step, and I needed to splice in an extension for one wire. The provided directions are helpful, but if you’re a wiring novice like me you might still be left guessing as to which wire is the correct one for a given step - the instructions don’t really provide any guidance I helping to figure that out. But the support provided makes it super easy for anyone to do. I’m not able to measure the impact of installing this, but I do notice that the “clunk” of my compressor starting is gone. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2025 by TJM
    • 5 stars; these should be standard on these units anyway. Thanks for offering them.
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
This soft starter made a noticeable difference right away. It significantly reduced the startup surge on my AC unit, and everything runs smoother and quieter now. You can tell the system is not working as hard when it kicks on. I mean literally from 50amps to 10 amps on startup. Installation was pretty straightforward if you are comfortable with basic wiring, and the instructions were clear. It is a great solution for helping protect your system and reduce strain on your power setup. Solid performance and worth it if you want a smoother, more efficient startup. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2026 by Jake Rider
    • Cheap Junk
Model: AIRGO 16-32A + Install Kit
Recommend and installed by a professional HVAC technician. Worked for 24 hours, then died - no power supply light on. It's tough in Florida in summer when your AC goes out. Tech came back and removed this unit so I could have AC again. The internal capacitor seems to have exploded as there was oily liquid on the underside if the unit. Cheap junk. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2026 by Danet

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