When a condenser struggles during startup, the fix can be a relatively small add-on or a full compressor replacement. The HVAC refrigeration compressor options here split that way: one 5-2-1 Compressor Saver hard start kit and three used Copeland or Emerson Copeland compressor listings. The listed prices run from $28.99 at the low end to $450.00 at the high end, with the two Emerson Copeland HVAC compressor entries sitting in the middle.
Quick take
If you need a complete scroll compressor for an R-410A system and want the listing to spell out capacity, current rating, and dimensions, the Copeland Scroll Compressor R-410A ZR42K5E-PFV-800 208/230V 1PH is the fullest package and the high end of the spread. If you want a used Copeland scroll compressor but prefer a lower listed price, the Emerson Copeland ZP16K5E-PFV-13R is one of the two middle options. The Emerson Copeland ZP25K5E-PFV-130 is the other $220.00 listing. And if your target is hard start issues rather than a complete compressor replacement, the 5-2-1 COMPRESSOR SAVER CSRU2 Hard Start Kit is the low-priced new option.
Listed price comparison
| Listing | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| Copeland Scroll Compressor R-410A ZR42K5E-PFV-800 208/230V 1PH | $450.00 | |
| Emerson Copeland / ZP16K5E-PFV-13R / HVAC Compressor / Tested | $220.00 | |
| Emerson Copeland / ZP25K5E-PFV-130 / HVAC Compressor / Tested | $220.00 | |
| 5-2-1 COMPRESSOR SAVER CSRU2 Hard Start Kit 3.5-4-5 tons AC HVAC CONDENSER UNITS | $28.99 |
Decision matrix
- Copeland Scroll Compressor R-410A ZR42K5E-PFV-800 - Pick this if you want a full scroll compressor with capacity, current, and dimensions in the listing.
- Emerson Copeland ZP16K5E-PFV-13R - Pick this for a Copeland scroll HVAC compressor when a moderate price point matters.
- Emerson Copeland ZP25K5E-PFV-130 - Pick this for a different Copeland model when voltage details in the listing matter to your setup.
- 5-2-1 COMPRESSOR SAVER CSRU2 - Pick this when you want a new, low-priced hard start kit for a 3.5/4/5-ton condenser instead of replacing the compressor.
Product notes
Copeland Scroll Compressor R-410A ZR42K5E-PFV-800 208/230V 1PH
The strongest reason to start here is the specification detail. This used Copeland scroll compressor includes the R-410A refrigerant identification in the title, a 208/230 V and 1-phase electrical spec, a single-speed blower motor, a stated capacity of less than 12,000 BTUh, and a current rating of 20.1-25 A. It is also the compressor that gives you physical dimensions, with an 11-inch depth and 28-inch height. The limitation is that you are paying the top of the price spread for a unit listed as used, and the EER figure is 3 or less. If the details matter as much as the component itself, this listing gives you the most to work with.
Emerson Copeland / ZP16K5E-PFV-13R / HVAC Compressor / Tested
This used Emerson Copeland HVAC compressor is a scroll compressor with a United States country of origin, and the title includes the word Tested. What makes this worth considering is the combination of Copeland branding, scroll type, and a tested label at a price point below the top compressor listing. The trade-off is the used condition and the fact that the model number carries most of the identification weight. For many replacement jobs, the model number will decide whether this is the right fit.
Emerson Copeland / ZP25K5E-PFV-130 / HVAC Compressor / Tested
The ZP25K5E-PFV-130 gives you a different Emerson Copeland model to compare against the ZP16. It is also used, also from the United States, and the title also includes the word Tested. This model includes 208/230 V and 1-phase in its specifications, so if you need those electrical details written down, this is the middle compressor option to put on your list. The advantage here is the explicit voltage and phase information alongside the Copeland model number. The catch is that it is a used HVAC compressor, and the model number is the main differentiator between this and the other Emerson Copeland option.
5-2-1 COMPRESSOR SAVER CSRU2 Hard Start Kit 3.5-4-5 tons AC HVAC CONDENSER UNITS
This is the only new listing in the set and by far the most approachable price in the spread. It is a hard start kit for 3.5, 4, and 5 ton AC HVAC condenser units, and the package described includes a hard start capacitor, a cable tie, and two mounting screws. It is compatible with the 5-2-1 Compressor Saver CSRU1. The reason this kit stands out is the low entry point for a starting aid before a full compressor swap. The caveat is that it is not a compressor: if the condenser actually needs a replacement compressor, this kit will not do that job. It also comes from China and runs on a 240 V corded-electric supply.
Final recommendation by use case
- Full R-410A compressor: Choose the Copeland Scroll Compressor R-410A ZR42K5E-PFV-800 208/230V 1PH if the specification detail and scroll compressor form factor are the priority.
- Used compressor at a lower listed price: Compare the Emerson Copeland ZP16K5E-PFV-13R and ZP25K5E-PFV-130, and pick the model number that fits your HVAC system.
- Hard start symptom: Choose the 5-2-1 COMPRESSOR SAVER CSRU2 Hard Start Kit to add a starting aid before thinking about a full compressor swap.
