Oxbox 5JAYHTR1A05BK Electric Heat Kit 5 Kw 208/230V Air Handler

Product Description

The Oxbox 5JAYHTR1A05BK is a 5 kW electric heat kit designed for installation inside compatible Oxbox air handler units. It provides supplemental or primary electric resistance heating for ducted residential HVAC systems. The kit operates on 208/230V single-phase 60 Hz power and delivers 5 kilowatts of heating capacity. Licensed HVAC technicians install this component inside the air handler cabinet as part of a split or heat pump system configuration. It is an OEM part manufactured by Oxbox, a brand under the Trane family.

This heat kit is intended for residential ducted air handler applications where electric resistance heat is required, either as a primary heat source or as auxiliary heat in a heat pump system. The 5JAYHTR1A05BK fits within the Oxbox J-series multi-positional air handler lineup, which supports upflow, downflow, and horizontal installations. It is suitable for use in mobile home applications as noted in the applicable installer documentation.

Key Features

• 5 kW electric resistance heating capacity at 208/230V single-phase 60 Hz
• OEM replacement part manufactured by Oxbox for J-series air handlers
• Compatible with multi-positional air handler installations including upflow, downflow, and horizontal
• Designed for residential ducted split and heat pump system configurations
• Suitable for mobile home applications per applicable installation guidelines

Compatibility

The 5JAYHTR1A05BK is listed as the 5 kW variant in the Oxbox JAYHTR1A series electric heat kit product line, which also includes the 5JAYHTR1A08BK (7.5 kW) and 5JAYHTR1A10BK (10 kW) models. Specific compatible air handler model numbers were not confirmed in available product data; verify compatibility against the air handler model and applicable submittal sheet before ordering.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed HVAC technician in accordance with local electrical codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC). Disconnect and lock out all power to the air handler before inserting or wiring the heat kit. Follow the air handler manufacturer installer guide for proper sequencing of control wiring, grounding, and minimum circuit ampacity requirements. Do not energize the heat kit without confirming airflow is established, as operation without adequate airflow will damage the heating elements.

Technical Specifications

• Heating Capacity: 5 kW
• Voltage: 208/230 volts
• Phase: Single-phase
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Minimum Circuit Amps (MCA): 26.1 amps
• Maximum Overcurrent Protection (MOP): 30 amps

Standard Information

• Brand: Oxbox
• Manufacturer Part Number: 5JAYHTR1A05BK