Squirrel wood artware BAC236 Digital Temperature Controller Replacement for Traeger Grills — 7" RTD Probe & Hot Rod Igniter

The Squirrel wood artware BAC236 replacement kit is a plug-and-play digital temperature controller assembly built to restore precise temperature control on many Traeger pellet grills.

If your Traeger has lost steady temperature hold or the original controller failed, this BAC236 kit gives you a ready-to-install alternative that includes the digital controller, a 7" RTD probe, and a hot rod igniter. Designed to match wiring and mounting on a wide range of Traeger models, it brings temperature accuracy and flexible cooking modes back to your smoker without complex rewiring.

Which Traeger models will this BAC236 assembly work with?

The replacement BAC236 controller is compatible with many common Traeger units, covering compact to mid-size models. It fits Pro, Texas Elite, Lil Tex, Junior and several other Traeger lines made in recent years, making it a practical swap for widely used grills.

• Compatible models include: Pro 20/22/34, Texas Elite 34, Lil Tex 22, Junior, Tailgater, Ridgeland, Heartland, Mesa 22, Century 22, Silverton (2019), and Bronson.
• Works as a direct swap for controllers that share the BAC236-style connectors and mounting.
• Plug-and-play wiring minimizes the chance of connection errors when replacing the board.

How does this controller improve temperature performance?

This BAC236 replacement offers finer temperature steps and improved hold compared with worn or malfunctioning original controllers. It supports multiple cooking presets and a smoke mode with selectable pellet feed patterns so you can dial in a steadier heat curve for smoking, roasting, or grilling.

• Temperature range from 150°F to 400°F with 25°F increments for precise setpoints.
• Nine cooking temperature presets plus a smoke setting featuring six pellet-feed modes (P0–P5).
• Enhanced control logic helps maintain target temperature more consistently than a failing original board.

What’s included and how easy is installation?

The kit arrives with the BAC236 Elite digital controller, a 7-inch RTD stainless-steel probe for accurate temp sensing, and a replacement hot rod igniter. Installation is straightforward: remove the old board, match wire colors to the new controller’s plugs, and secure the unit—no soldering or specialized tools required.

• Includes BAC236 controller, 7" RTD probe, and hot rod igniter for a complete replacement.
• Color-coded wires: orange for fan, red for auger motor, purple for ignitor, black for power in—match and plug.
• Mounting and electrical layout designed to mirror common Traeger controller assemblies for a fast swap.

How accurate and durable is the included temperature probe?

The 7" RTD probe is crafted from food-grade stainless steel and optimized for quick, reliable temperature readings. Its construction and sensing element provide fast response to temperature changes so you can monitor cooking progress with confidence.

• Food-grade stainless-steel sheath for safe, grill-ready insertion and easy cleaning.
• RTD sensor design delivers responsive and stable temperature readings.
• Probe length suitable for standard grill cavity placement without obstructing food area.

Who this is for: This BAC236 replacement kit from Squirrel wood artware is aimed at Traeger owners who want to restore or upgrade their grill’s temperature control without complicated installs. It suits backyard cooks who need reliable temperature hold for smoking and roasting, DIYers who prefer plug-and-play repairs, and anyone replacing a faulty controller, probe, or igniter on a compatible Traeger model.