{"product_id":"copeland-998-0661-42","title":"Copeland 998-0661-42 Valve Plate Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCopeland 998-0661-42 Valve Plate Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is the OEM rebuild kit for \u003cstrong\u003eKAE and KAR model Copelametic compressors\u003c\/strong\u003e. When these units start losing capacity, running high head pressure, or short-cycling under load, worn or cracked suction\/discharge reeds are almost always the cause - and this kit puts the valve section back to factory spec in one part number instead of piecing together individual reeds, pins, and gaskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's worth flagging that this kit is specifically for the KAE\/KAR variants - Copeland's broader K-series valve plate kit (998-0661-16) explicitly excludes KAE and KAR, covering the rest of the K-model lineup instead. Don't cross these two up; they're not interchangeable even though both are K-series compressors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKAE\/KAR-Specific Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined and specified by Copeland for the KAE and KAR Copelametic compressor variants specifically - not the general K-series kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Valve-Section Rebuild:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve plate, suction and discharge reeds, reed pins, and gaskets in one kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores Lost Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrects the head-pressure rise and capacity drop that worn or fractured reeds cause.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to Copeland's original tolerances, so valve timing and seating match factory specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat compressor does this fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Copeland KAE and KAR model Copelametic compressors specifically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as the 998-0661-16 K-series kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e No - 998-0661-16 is Copeland's kit for the rest of the K-series line and explicitly excludes KAE\/KAR. Use this 998-0661-42 kit only for KAE\/KAR models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat symptoms indicate this kit is needed?\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced cooling capacity, rising head pressure, or short-cycling on a KAE\/KAR compressor usually point to worn or fractured suction\/discharge reeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, product data and specifications are subject to change. Please contact our team to confirm compatibility or technical details before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Copeland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48080191717554,"sku":"998-0661-42","price":176.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1838\/2375\/files\/998-0661-42.jpg?v=1790010070","url":"https:\/\/www.gsistore.com\/products\/copeland-998-0661-42","provider":"GSIstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}