Exploring Common Pellet Grill Control Boards: A Comprehensive Guide

by kathy olsen August 30, 2024

When it comes to pellet grills, one of the key components that can greatly impact your cooking experience is the control board. But what exactly is a pellet grill control board and how does it work? Let's dive into this comprehensive guide to explore common pellet grill control boards.

What is a Pellet Grill Control Board?

A pellet grill control board is essentially the brain of your pellet grill. It is responsible for regulating the temperature inside the grill, controlling the speed of the auger that feeds pellets into the firepot, and managing other important functions such as ignition and shutdown.

How Does a Pellet Grill Control Board Work?

Most pellet grill control boards operate using a combination of temperature sensors, a control panel, and a circuit board. The temperature sensors constantly monitor the temperature inside the grill and send this information to the control board. The control board then adjusts the speed of the auger and the airflow to maintain the desired temperature set by the user.

Common Features of Pellet Grill Control Boards

Modern pellet grill control boards come with a variety of features to enhance your grilling experience. Some common features include:

Programmable temperature settings
Wi-Fi connectivity for remote monitoring and control
Meat probes for monitoring internal meat temperature
Timers and alarms

Choosing the Right Controller Board for Your Pellet Grill

When selecting a replacement control board, it’s essential to match the model of your grill. Most manufacturers provide clear guidance on which controller are suitable for their grills, and some are designed to be interchangeable across different brands.

Common pellet grill control boards and compatible models are as follows.

Part Number	Pic	Compatible Grill Models
BAC236, BAC283, BAC389, BAC334, BAC388		Traeger Pro 20, 22, & 34, Texas Elite 34, Lil Tex 22, Junior, Tailgater, Ridgeland, Heartland, Mesa 22, Century 22, Silverton (2019), and Bronson grills; Pit Boss 700, 820 Series Grills
70120, 80102, AC03P3-120V		Pit Boss 340, 440 Deluxe, 440TG1, 700D, 700FB, 700S, 700SC, 700T1, 820 Deluxe, 820FB, 820FBC, 820S, 820SC; Big Horn Outdoors Lifestyle, X-Large Wood Pellet Smoker Grills; Ivation IVAPELET711 Wood Pellet Smoker Grills KingChii 305, Ozark Grills, Bison, Razorback, Stag Wood Pellet Smoker Grills; ASMOKE AS660 AS660N-1 Smoker Pellet Grills
80115, CAT-02-PG		Pit Boss Austin XL (PB1000XLW1), Classic (PB700FBW2), Lexington (PB500LXW1), Tailgater (PB340TGW1), Whiskey Still (PBVPS1) Wood Pellet Smoker Grills.
80124, CAT-02-PS5		Pit Boss 3/4/5/7 Series Vertical Smokers
AC03P9, 80111, PB1100PS1-A003, AC03P19-01B		Pit Boss P9, PB440D2, PB1150G, PB850G, PB550G, and PB820 Pro 1100 Wood Pellet Grills; Member's Mark CG2310601-MM-00 Smoker Wood Pellet Grills; Monument 85001, 86000 Smoker Wood Pellet Grills
/		Pit Boss Mahogany 150PPS Tabletop Wood Pellet Grill

Pellet grill control boards play a vital role in the function and efficiency of your grill. If you have any concerns when grilling, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at at Support@grillpartsreplacement.com or the online chat and let us know if there's anything our Support team can do to assist you.