Joe Cz
New member
Then what is the “P” setting used for?
Upgraded Austin XL with 1600CS controller
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Glove Medic
Active member
It adjusts how long the auger is on versus how long it’s paused. The lower the P number the shorter the pause is between the auger going on and also the length of time the auger is on putting pellets in the burn pot. This basically controls the temperature which you’ll have to experiment with your particular grill to see what temperature it holds at beach setting. The ambient temperature does affect us a bit.
This one holds a lot more consistent on the smoke setting..180. My original controller wouldn’t even reach 180 even when I adjusted the P setting
Ok can you guys with the 1600 competition controller confirm it’s a PID and can you provide an update on how it’s preforming? I have an Austin XL with the pro series 1150 controller and I hate it. Takes so long to heat up and doesn’t work as good as the stock one. Pure crap I wouldn’t recommend
I’ve had mine about 4 months and it has been flawless. Temps hold within 5 degrees. I’ve not measured heat up time but I’m guessing I get to 350 in about 12-15 minutes.
Awesome.. I got one on order Pitboss says it is backordered so it’ll probably take a while
Dab_Smoke_810
Member
I have a 1600 cs and I smoke in smoke mode for half of the cook usually…but I set it to P6-P7 then set the temp it does change the algorithm and make more smoke with slight temp change
brewersfan73
Well-known member
For those of you who have upgraded to the CS1600 controller (#80062) on your Austin XL, does the new controller allow the fan and auger and different RPM's? I wasn't sure if that was an option on this one since it runs on AC, or if only the DC controller & DC components allow for this, like on the Pro Series Elite.
Not that it really matters - it sounds like the CS1600 controller works great just as a plug & play. I was really just curious. Also, does it look like the new Austin XL Onyx edition uses this exact same controller (#80062)?
Austin XL Onyx video
Seems like the Onyx edition makes a couple of nice upgrades over the original, such as the PID controller, lever for flame searing slide cover, and hooks for the upper rack (although I prefer it in back). It's just missing a front shelf and the ash cleanout system, but I guess you can't get all of that for under $500.
Not that it really matters - it sounds like the CS1600 controller works great just as a plug & play. I was really just curious. Also, does it look like the new Austin XL Onyx edition uses this exact same controller (#80062)?
Austin XL Onyx video
Seems like the Onyx edition makes a couple of nice upgrades over the original, such as the PID controller, lever for flame searing slide cover, and hooks for the upper rack (although I prefer it in back). It's just missing a front shelf and the ash cleanout system, but I guess you can't get all of that for under $500.
The Austin controller is the same but no WifiFor those of you who have upgraded to the CS1600 controller (#80062) on your Austin XL, does the new controller allow the fan and auger and different RPM's? I wasn't sure if that was an option on this one since it runs on AC, or if only the DC controller & DC components allow for this, like on the Pro Series Elite.
Not that it really matters - it sounds like the CS1600 controller works great just as a plug & play. I was really just curious. Also, does it look like the new Austin XL Onyx edition uses this exact same controller (#80062)?
Austin XL Onyx video
Seems like the Onyx edition makes a couple of nice upgrades over the original, such as the PID controller, lever for flame searing slide cover, and hooks for the upper rack (although I prefer it in back). It's just missing a front shelf and the ash cleanout system, but I guess you can't get all of that for under $500.
brewersfan73
Well-known member
Thanks for clarifying. I didn't notice this at first.
Hello, New to the group Glad I found this place and post. I have a 1000d3 and want to upgrade the controller to one that has a better temp selection range and a PID. From what I am seeing the 80062 should do the trick. Any install advice or suggestions?
Sparky
Well-known member
Welcome to the club
I have a 1250 CS smoker, same controller. You can adjust the P setting for Smoke mode, default setting is P4 . The higher the P setting, the more smoke and lower temp, and vise versa.
