WB27X10567 - GE Microwave Magnetron

This GE Microwave Magnetron (WB27X10567) is a genuine part designed specifically for GE microwaves. It plays a crucial role in heating and cooking foods inside the oven cavity by generating microwave energy. The magnetron accomplishes this through the use of a filament and high DC voltage, which produces pulsed, high-power electromagnetic microwave radiation. This radiation is then directed into the cooking chamber by a waveguide, enabling the rapid excitation of food molecules for efficient cooking. If your microwave has stopped heating altogether, it's likely that the magnetron is burnt-out or defective. Symptoms indicating the need for a replacement include a lack of heating despite normal operation of the microwave's other functions. Before purchasing, kindly verify your microwave's model number to ensure compatibility with this part.