Ideal
Ideal Flow Regulator 26 KW 176871
Ideal 26 KW flow regulator, part 176871, for Vogue C26 and Ideal Commercial appliances; controls water flow through the boiler.
At a glance
- Part type: Flow regulator
- Also known as 1782519
- This part is fitted to a gas appliance; installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
£14.51
£12.09 ex. VAT · VAT at 20%
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What it is
The Ideal 26 KW flow regulator is a water-side control component used in Ideal domestic and commercial boilers. It governs the rate at which water passes through the appliance circuit, keeping flow within the range the boiler was designed to work at. This version is rated at 26 KW and is listed by Ideal under part number 176871.
Signs this part needs replacing
- Hot water flow rate at the taps drops or becomes inconsistent between draws
- Boiler output fluctuates or fails to hold a steady temperature during demand
- The appliance cycles or modulates erratically when a tap or outlet is opened
- Reduced flow through the heating or hot water circuit with no fault at the tap or filter
- Visible scale, debris or damage around the regulator body on inspection
Before you order
- Confirm the appliance model and GC number against the compatibility list before ordering
- Check the existing part number on the component and cross-reference it with 176871 and 1782519
- Inspect any seals or washers on the regulator body and replace them if they are compressed or perished
- This part is fitted to a gas appliance; installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Mechanical
| Part type | Flow Regulators & Governers |
|---|---|
| Length | 0.1mm |
| Width | 0.1mm |
| Depth | 0.1mm |
Compliance
| Manufacturer part number (MPN) | 176871 |
|---|---|
| GC number | 47-348-99 |
| Barcode / EAN | 5022141768712 |
| GPC classification | Household Boilers/Furnaces/Tank Water Heaters Replacement Parts/Accessories |
| Alternative numbers | 1782519 |
| Make | Model / assembly | Reference | Years | Fitment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEAL IDEAL : VOGUE C26 | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL VOGUE C26 | 47-348-99 | 47-348-99 | — | — |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IDEAL COMMERCIAL PARTS | — | — | — |
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