
This high-quality OEM GE appliance bimetallic defrost thermostat PL002 12451 also known as the upper limit thermostat L55-30F protects the evaporator from overheating during the defrost cycle. The bi-metal defrost thermostat is normally closed at room temperature for continuity. Note that it is recommended to disconnect the unit from all utilities before installing the bimetal defrost thermostat.
Description:
1. Easy to install in small or narrow spaces due to slim shape.
2.3 wire leads, fuse, -14-celsius degree normally open.
3. Defrosted thermostats are a kind of thermal protector used in Air-cooling frostless refrigerators, also use as auto temperature limited switch and Heating compensated switch in the process of heating and defrosting in refrigerators.
4. Automatic temperature control for removing frost and for protecting the frozen rupture in the cold storage.


ltem NO | PL002 12451 |
Use | Defrost/Temperature control/Protection |
Appliance | Refrigerators, Freezer |
Reset type | Automatic |
Basic material | Bakelite |
Electric rating | 250V 10A |
Action temperature range | -30°C~90°C |
Differential | According to the requirement |
Insulation resistance | ≥100MΩ |
Tolerance | Refer to the regulation |
Life cycle | 100,000 times |
Contact material | Silver |
Dielectric Strength | Parts between electriferous components and non-electriferous ones can bear 2000V (3750V for Reinforced insulation type) 50Hz AC |
Insulation Resistance | With a DC 500V megger, borne DC 500V, the tested value is over 10MW. |
Resistance Between Terminals | Below 50mW |
Temperature characteristics | Normal close, Normal open |
Maximum Ambient Temperature | 90°C |
Diameter of Bimetal Disc | F12.8mm(1/2″) |
Wire Leads | Color: Red Length: customized |
Terminal type | Customized (Refer to our specification) |
Cover/Bracket | Customized (Refer to our specification) |
Sample Price | Free sample USD 50 freight charge, refund after mass order |




What happens when defrost thermostat fails?
If the thermostat is defective it may not be able to sense the temperature of coils and then won't turn on the defrost heater. If the defrost heater doesn't turn on, the refrigerator will never start the defrost cycle and will eventually stop cooling.

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