14" Stainless Drip Pan for Kamado Grills

Better Coverage for 13" to 15" Kamado Deflectors

Our 14" stainless drip pan works well in kamado setups using 13" to 15" heat deflectors. The pan is also a good diameter match for the circular center section of a Large Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor.

The 14" pan is a useful crossover size when a 12" pan is too small, but a 16" pan may provide more coverage than the setup needs.

Medium Big Green Egg Woo setup with 14" half-moon deflectors and 14" drip pan pictured above. Ideal setup for raised grid BBQ cooks.

Why Use a Drip Pan in a Kamado

Ceramic heat deflectors absorb grease and moisture over time. During longer cooks, trapped drippings can burn, create unpleasant odors, and slowly stress the ceramic.

Placing a 14" stainless drip pan above the deflector helps catch grease before it reaches the ceramic.

• Protects the deflector — keeps grease and drippings off ceramic surfaces
• Reduces burnt-on buildup — helps limit stubborn mess on the deflector
• Cleaner kamado cooks — helps keep the inside of the grill cleaner
• Reusable design — built for repeated use, cook after cook, with proper foiling

Will It Fit My Kamado?

The goal is to catch drippings without using a pan so large that it blocks airflow around the indirect setup.

This pan is commonly used with:

• CGS Medium Big Green Egg Woo
• Large Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor center circular section
• Classic Joe Divide & Conquer lowest-level
• CGS Large Big Green Egg Spider
• CGS Vision Woo
• CGS Vision Spider
• CGS Pit Boss 22 Spider
• CGS Louisiana Grills 22 Spider

Note: This pan does not fit the Medium EGG ConvEGGtor. Choose the 12" drip pan for that setup.

Large Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor setup with CGS PSWoo, ceramic spacers and 14" drip pan pictured above.

For large-size kamados, the 14" pan is also recommended for rack systems where the deflector and drip pan sit lower inside the fire bowl or fire ring, such as CGS Spider and Woo setups mentioned above.

CGS Large Spider setup with 14" half-moon deflectors and 14" drip pan positioned inside the older Large Big Green Egg fire ring.

Note: For most Large Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor and Classic Joe setups above the firebowl, we recommend the 16" drip pan for greater drip coverage.

If your grill appears on the CGS website, check its product page for recommended setups and accessories.

If you're unsure about size, use these quick checks before buying:

• Match the deflector — choose a pan close to your deflector diameter
• Check clearance — confirm sufficient space between the deflector, drip pan, and cooking grid
• Leave airflow — avoid using a pan so large that heat cannot move around the edges

See the Specs section below for exact pan dimensions.

Why the Tapered Side Helps

The 14" pan uses a tapered sidewall to help balance drip-catching coverage and airflow.

The base of the pan sits closer to the deflector, while the wider upper rim gives you more collection area where grease is most likely to fall. That shape helps cover the deflector without acting like a flat heat blocker across the entire setup.

The rim also gives you a little more room to flare foil outward when you want extra coverage over a larger deflector.

How to Use

• Double-line with foil — overlap two sheets in a “+” pattern for quick cleanup
• Extend coverage — flare foil outward over the rim if using larger deflectors
• Place above the deflector — set directly on the deflector or elevate with spacers if clearance allows
• Keep airflow open — make sure heat can still move around the drip pan

Pro Tip: If you're using a 15" deflector, extend foil slightly over the rim of the pan to increase grease coverage without restricting airflow.

How About Spacers?

Medium Big Green Egg shown with CGS Medium Woo, 14" half-moon deflectors, 5/8" ceramic spacers and 14" drip pan.

CGS Ceramic Spacers create an air gap between the heat deflector and drip pan. This gap helps reduce direct heat transfer from the ceramic to the pan, which can help limit burnt drippings during longer cooks.

Spacer use depends on your rack system and available vertical clearance. Choose spacers that create the largest practical air gap between the deflector and pan.

Having the pan closer to the cooking grid is generally better than having it closer to the deflector, as long as the pan does not interfere with the cooking grid or restrict airflow.

If your setup is tight, use the pan directly on the deflector. If you have room, spacers can help create a cleaner-running indirect setup.

👉 Pairing Tip: Need to elevate your pan? View our handy Ceramic Spacers (3 per set).

Should You Add Liquid to the Drip Pan?

At CGS, we generally recommend not adding liquid during most BBQ cooks.

Kamado grills retain heat and moisture extremely well. Adding liquid increases humidity inside the cooker and can reduce bark formation on brisket, pork shoulder, ribs, and other low-and-slow cooks.

What About Pans with Built-In Feet?

We prefer using the right pan with the right spacer setup instead of relying on pans with built-in feet. Built-in feet often sound convenient, but they usually do not create much space between the pan and deflector. Plus, these pans are generally more expensive.

When the pan sits too close to the hot ceramic, drippings are more likely to burn in the pan. A larger air gap, when your setup allows it, gives the drippings a better chance to stay cleaner during the cook.

That matters if you want easier cleanup, fewer off odors, or the option to save drippings for another use.

Best Way to Clean a Reusable Drip Pan

The best cleanup strategy is to double-foil the pan before cooking. Even heavy-duty foil can develop small tears or cracks as you press it into the pan, especially around the sides. A second layer greatly reduces the chance of grease leaking through on longer cooks.

If you skip the foil, do not expect your dishwasher to make the pan look new again. Burnt-on grease is difficult for any dishwasher to remove.

The pan will heat- and smoke-tarnish. That is normal for a stainless drip pan used inside a kamado. You may wash off some buildup, but over time the pan will remain darkened from heat, smoke, and grease.

The best practice is simple: double-foil the pan before cooking, then hand wash after each use. Designate it as your kamado drip pan and use it cook after cook.

Why Stainless Steel

Disposable aluminum pans can bend, collapse, or leak when filled with hot grease. A stainless drip pan holds its shape better and can be reused many times.

• More stable than disposable pans — better support when catching hot grease
• Reusable — made for repeated kamado cooks
• Heat tolerant — stainless steel handles high-heat grill environments better than thin aluminum
• Better long-term value — no need to throw away a pan after every cook

What’s Included

• One 14" stainless drip pan
• Foil, ceramic spacers, deflectors, and rack systems sold separately

FAQs

Will a 14" drip pan fit my Medium Big Green Egg?

Depends. A 14" drip pan works well with 13" to 15" half-moon deflectors. A 14" pan is too big for the Medium EGG ConvEGGtor and CGS Medium Spider setups.

Can the 14" pan be used in a Large Big Green Egg?

Yes. The 14" pan matches the circular center section of the Large Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor. However, most Large Big Green Egg setups benefit from the larger 16" drip pan for more grease coverage.

Is the 14" pan the best pan for my Classic Kamado Joe?

Use the 14" drip pan when placing the pan on the lowest level of the Divide & Conquer system, inside the firebowl. For setups above the firebowl, the larger 16" drip pan is typically the better choice for increased grease coverage.

Can this pan be used with spider-style setups?

Yes. The 14" drip pan is commonly used with several spider-style indirect setups, including CGS Large Big Green Egg Spider, CGS Vision Spider, Pit Boss 22 Spider, and Louisiana Grills 22 Spider setups.

Should liquid be added to the drip pan?

Usually not. Kamado grills retain moisture naturally, and adding liquid can increase humidity and reduce bark formation during BBQ cooks.

Is the shallow sidewall deep enough?

Yes. The pan only needs to catch and hold drippings. Much of the liquid evaporates or slowly burns off during a cook, so taller sides are rarely necessary.

My pan turned dark after cooking. Is that normal?

Yes. Stainless drip pans naturally heat-tarnish over time. The discoloration does not affect performance and simply reflects many good cooks.

14" Drip Pan Specifications

• Diameter: 14"
• Sidewall: 3/4" to 1" tapered side
• Edge: rolled top edge for strength
• Material: 200 series stainless steel
• Finish: heat-tarnishes with use; foil recommended

Final Thought on the Drip Pan

There’s no need to spend extra on 304 stainless for this type of part. Drip pans naturally darken with heat, smoke, and grease, so higher-grade stainless provides little practical benefit in this application.

This is one place you can save money without sacrificing performance.

Brand Compatibility & Product Engineering

Ceramic Grill Store is an independent manufacturer and retailer of kamado grill accessories. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Big Green Egg, Inc. or Kamado Joe Company.

Big Green Egg, EGG, ConvEGGtor, and EGGspander are trademarks of Big Green Egg, Inc. Kamado Joe and Divide & Conquer are trademarks of Kamado Joe Company. These trademarks are used solely to describe compatibility.

Since 2005, Ceramic Grill Store has led innovation in kamado grill accessories. Our premium accessories are independently engineered for compatibility with select kamado grills.