Southbend 1182154 Range Thermopile 2 Lead 36" 250-750 MV

A pilot flame heat is used on a gas range thermopile in commercial cooking equipment to generate a small electrical output. This signal is used for ignition systems and safety valves in gas appliances. It provides a 250-750mV output and a 36" 2-lead configuration to pass the signal from the burner area to the control system. The bulb section detects flame heat and converts it into usable electrical power for millivolt systems. This component is frequently found in restaurant kitchen cooking equipment, kitchen heating units, and gas cooking appliances. It is intended for long-term use in kitchen environments where constant ignition is required. The long lead supports installation in different equipment layouts. When the thermopile becomes weak or fails to produce enough voltage to ignite the burner, replacing it can help restore normal ignition and reduce burner interruptions during operation.

Equipment Compatibility:
Common applications for Southbend Range Thermopile 2 Lead 36" 250–750 mV include commercial fryers, griddles, boilers, and steam equipment used in foodservice kitchens where millivolt ignition systems are required. This Range Thermopile 1182154 is compatible with equipment from Vulcan Hart, Frymaster, Cleveland, Imperial, Groen, Cecilware, Keating, and American Range, and other brands where flame-based electrical output is needed for ignition and safety control use.

Brand Compatibility:
Replaces multiple part numbers across various commercial gas cooking equipment brands, including Southbend, Vulcan Hart, Frymaster, Cleveland, Imperial, Groen, Cecilware, American Range, Garland, Hobart, Keating, Star Mfg, and other manufacturers that use compatible millivolt thermopile ignition systems. Refer to the “Replaces Parts” section for complete cross-reference details.

Product Specifications:

Product Type: Range Thermopile
Manufacturer: Southbend
SKU: 1182154
Output Range: 250–750 mV
Lead Type: 2 lead
Capillary Length: 36"
Bulb Size: 1/4" x 4-1/2"
Connection Type: 3/8" MPT stuffing box
Function: Converts flame heat into an electrical signal
Application: Gas fryers, griddles, boilers, steam generators
Control Type: Millivolt system

Key Features:

• Converts pilot flame heat into a low-voltage signal for ignition control
• Helps support steady burner operation in commercial cooking equipment
• 36" lead design allows flexible placement inside the equipment
• Maintains basic safety valve operation in millivolt systems
• Replacement option for thermopiles with weak output
• A replacement often leads to more consistent and stable performance, according to users.