WB27X10249 - GE Microwave Magnetron

This GE Microwave Magnetron (WB27X10249) is a genuine part specifically designed for GE microwaves. It's also known as the "microwave energy generator" or simply "microwave heat source." The magnetron is the heart of your microwave, using a filament and high DC voltage to produce pulsed, high-power electromagnetic microwave radiation. This radiation is what enables rapid excitation of food molecules, resulting in the cooking or heating process. A waveguide directs these emissions into the cooking chamber, ensuring efficient heating. If you've noticed your microwave isn't heating food as quickly or evenly as it used to, or it stops heating altogether, the magnetron may be the culprit. Burnt-out or defective magnetrons disable all heating capabilities, requiring a professional for replacement due to the complexity of the part. Before purchasing, please verify your device's model number for compatibility to ensure this replacement part will solve your appliance's issues.