Ideal Sensor Attachment Tab 172934

The sensor attachment tab is a small mounting component used to hold a temperature sensor in its correct position against the appliance surface it monitors. It is manufactured by Ideal and carries the part number 172934. The tab belongs to the Ideal Commercial Buccaneer family, where it keeps the sensor seated so that readings reflect the true temperature of the component being measured rather than a loose or displaced contact point.

• The sensor no longer sits firmly against its mounting point and can be moved by hand.
• Temperature readings from the appliance become erratic or drift away from expected values.
• The sensor works loose during servicing or after vibration, causing intermittent contact.
• The tab is cracked, bent or missing, leaving the sensor unsupported.
• Fault codes or lockouts appear that trace back to a sensor signal rather than the sensor itself.

• Confirm the appliance model and serial number against the compatibility list, as the tab is used across several Buccaneer variants.
• Check the existing part number on the appliance and cross-reference it with 172934 and alternative number 1179177.
• Inspect the sensor and its wiring at the same time, since a displaced sensor is often accompanied by a damaged lead or connector.
• Have the appliance reassembled and checked by a competent person before returning it to service.