diff --git a/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm b/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm
index e7f03f2bcf4..060f7660fe1 100644
--- a/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm
+++ b/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm
@@ -1107,7 +1107,7 @@
 /datum/design/mech_scattershot_riot
 	name = "Exosuit Non-lethal Weapon (LBX AC 9 \"Riot Scattershot\")"
 	desc = "Allows for the construction of LBX AC 9."
-	id = "mech_scattershot"
+	id = "mech_scattershot_riot"
 	build_type = MECHFAB
 	req_tech = list("combat" = 3, "materials" = 3)
 	build_path = /obj/item/mecha_parts/mecha_equipment/weapon/ballistic/scattershot/riot