In one aspect of the invention, a temperature sensing system, including: control components; and an infrared sensor to provide a temperature input signal to the control components, the infrared sensor being located remotely from the control components. In an additional aspect of the invention, a circuit board for an infrared temperature sensing system, including: a first portion; a second portion coplanar with the first portion; and at least one necked down portion joining the first portion and the second portion. In a further aspect of the invention, a housing for an infrared temperature sensing system, including: a base member; and first support members attached to the base member to permit an infrared temperature sensor to be mounted in a selected one of two positions.