Ideal
Ideal Ionisation Electrode 178127
Ionisation electrode for Ideal Commercial Imax XEL boilers, part 178127 (9051208), used to sense flame presence at the burner.
At a glance
- Part type: Ionisation electrode
- This part is fitted to a gas appliance; installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
£65.96
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What it is
The Ideal 178127 is an ionisation electrode supplied for Ideal Commercial appliances. It sits in the combustion area and provides the flame-sensing signal that the control board uses to confirm the burner has lit and is burning safely. It is listed under the Electrodes & Ignitions spare part group and carries the alternative number 9051208.
Signs this part needs replacing
- The burner lights but the boiler locks out shortly afterwards, as the flame signal is not confirmed.
- Repeated ignition attempts followed by a lockout on start-up.
- Intermittent shutdowns during a demand for heat or hot water.
- Visible damage, heavy contamination or a distorted probe tip on inspection of the electrode.
- Unstable or erratic flame detection readings when the electrode is tested.
Before you order
- Check the appliance model and, where shown, the GC number against the compatibility list before ordering.
- Confirm the electrode position and lead connection match the burner arrangement on your appliance.
- This part is fitted to a gas appliance; installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Mechanical
| Part type | Electrodes & Ignitions |
|---|---|
| Length | 0.1mm |
| Width | 0.1mm |
| Depth | 0.1mm |
Compliance
| Manufacturer part number (MPN) | 178127 |
|---|---|
| Commodity code | 8403 90 90 00 |
| GPC classification | Household Boilers/Furnaces/Tank Water Heaters Replacement Parts/Accessories |
| Make | Model / assembly | Reference | Years | Fitment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IDEAL COMMERCIAL PARTS | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XEL 1090KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XEL 1240KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XEL 715KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XEL 715KW SAVE | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XEL 790KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XEL 940KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XTRA EL 320KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XTRA EL 395KW | — | — | — | |
| IDEAL COMMERCIAL IMAX XTRA EL 470KW | — | — | — |
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