What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

MOQ starts from 50 - 100 pieces for most drain pumps, magnetrons and motor parts, and from 200 pieces for control boards and sensors. Mixed-model trial orders are accepted to help you test the market before scaling.

How long is the lead time?

Stock items ship in 3 - 7 days after payment confirmation. Made-to-order batches take 15 - 25 days depending on quantity and packaging requirements. Peak season (Aug - Oct) may add 5 - 7 days.

Do you support OEM packaging and labeling?

Yes. We provide neutral packaging, custom color boxes, your logo printing and barcode labeling. OEM packaging usually requires 500 - 1,000 pieces per model and 5 - 7 extra days for printing.

What warranty do you offer on spare parts?

Standard warranty is 12 months from shipment date for motors, magnetrons and control boards, and 6 months for consumable items such as carbon brushes and filters. Defective rate above the agreed threshold is replaced or credited in the next order.

Which shipping methods do you handle?

Express (DHL/FedEx/UPS) for samples and small parcels, air freight for urgent 50 - 300 kg orders, and sea LCL or FCL for wholesale volumes. We support FOB Shenzhen, FOB Ningbo and CIF terms, and can consolidate multiple categories into one container.

What are your payment terms?

T/T with 30% deposit and 70% balance before shipment is standard. PayPal and Western Union are accepted for sample orders. For repeat buyers we can discuss O/A terms after several successful shipments.

Are these original brand parts?

No. All items are compatible aftermarket replacement parts. Brand names such as Midea, Gree, Haier, Little Swan, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool and Panasonic are used only to describe fitment. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Can you match parts by OE number or photo?

Yes. Send the OE number, the nameplate photo of the appliance, or a photo of the old part with dimensions to sales88@ggatc.com or WhatsApp +86 181 5864 9251. Our team replies with matched models, price and availability within 24 hours.

Do you provide samples?

Samples are available. Sample cost is refundable against a bulk order above the agreed quantity. Buyer pays courier freight, or we add it to the sample invoice.

What documents can you provide for customs clearance?

Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin (Form A / Form E where applicable) and CE or RoHS declarations for eligible items. Tell us your import requirements when confirming the order.

Compatibility

OEM vs Compatible Replacement Parts: What Is the Real Difference?

OEM parts come from the original brand channel; compatible aftermarket parts are built to the same OE specifications by independent factories. Price, warranty and verification differ, and this guide shows how to choose.

By CALEB MAO, Sales Manager, GO GO AUTOMATIC COMPANY LIMITED (GGATC) · Published 2026-09-28 · 7 min read

OEM vs Compatible Replacement Parts: What Is the Real Difference?

Short answer: an OEM part is produced by or for the original appliance brand and sold through brand service channels, while a compatible (aftermarket) part is produced by an independent factory to the same OE drawing, dimensions and electrical ratings. For out-of-warranty repairs, compatible parts typically cost 30 to 70 percent less than brand channel pricing with equivalent specifications, provided the supplier proves the OE cross reference and tests before shipment.

Definitions buyers can rely on

OEM (original equipment manufacturer) part: made by the brand or its contracted factory, sold in brand packaging through authorised service networks.
Compatible / aftermarket part: made by a third-party factory to the OE specification, sold independently, usually in neutral or custom packaging.
OE number: the reference part number printed on the original component; it is the only reliable bridge between the two worlds.

Side-by-side comparison

Factor	OEM channel part	Compatible aftermarket part
Price	Brand list price, little negotiation	30 to 70 percent lower, tiered FOB pricing
Availability	Limited to brand service stock, some numbers obsolete	Factory stock plus made-to-order, obsolete numbers often still produced
Fitment proof	Guaranteed by brand	Must be verified by OE cross reference and dimensions
Warranty	Brand terms, often 3 to 12 months via service centres	Supplier terms, commonly 12 months from shipment
Packaging	Brand carton and labels	Neutral carton, OEM colour box on request
MOQ	Usually one piece at retail pricing	One piece sample, tiered pricing from 5 to 20 pieces

When OEM is the right choice

Choose the OEM channel when the appliance is still under manufacturer warranty, when a warranty claim requires brand serialised parts, or when a specific firmware-locked board has no aftermarket equivalent. In these cases the price premium buys warranty compliance, not better physics.

When compatible parts make business sense

Out-of-warranty repair is the natural home of compatible parts: the machine has already depreciated, the customer wants the lowest total repair cost, and mature categories such as drain pumps, magnetrons, fan motors and sensors have decades of OE drawings available to independent factories. Repair chains also use compatible parts to keep shelf stock for numbers the brand has discontinued.

How to verify a compatible part matches the OE

Match the OE number first; treat marketing names as secondary.
Compare electrical ratings: voltage, frequency, power or current, and connector type.
Compare mechanical dimensions: mounting hole spacing, shaft length and diameter, flange shape.
Ask for the test record: powered function test before shipment, with warranty in writing.
Start with one sample on a real machine before committing to bulk quantity.

Every GGATC product page lists the OE reference, electrical parameters, compatible models and the tiered FOB price so buyers can run this comparison themselves. All items are aftermarket replacement parts tested before shipment with a 12-month warranty. For fitment confirmation contact CALEB MAO at sales88@ggatc.com or WhatsApp +86 181 5864 9251.

Need a matched quotation?

Send your OE numbers, photos or model list. We reply with matched parts, tiered FOB price, MOQ and lead time within 24 hours.

+86 181 5864 9251 sales88@ggatc.com

Send your OE number or model list, get a written quote within 24 hours

Tell us the part you need, your target quantity and destination port. Our sales engineers reply with FOB price, MOQ, lead time and packaging options.

GO GO AUTOMATIC COMPANY LIMITED

Contact person: CALEB MAO, Sales Manager

sales88@ggatc.com WhatsApp +86 181 5864 9251

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