CGS 15" Stainless Drip Pan for Kamado Grills CGS 15" Stainless Drip Pan for Kamado Grills

The CGS 15-inch Stainless Steel Drip Pan provides dependable grease and drip protection for indirect barbeque cooking setups where a larger pan may not fit. It's sized to pair with 15-inch ceramic heat deflectors and works with select configurations in Vision Grills, Kamado Joe Classic grills, and the Primo Large Round.

Its full-round design catches grease and drippings before they reach the ceramic deflectors, helping keep your grill cleaner during brisket, pork butt, ribs, and other low-and-slow cooks. The 15-inch diameter is particularly useful for lower firebowl configurations with limited space, while its tapered sidewalls help balance drip coverage with available airflow.

Compatible Grills & Rack Systems

Select your grill or rack system below for specific fitment, drip pan placement, and recommended indirect cooking setups.

Vision Grills — CGS Rack Systems

The 15-inch stainless steel drip pan is sized to pair with CGS 15-inch Half-Moon Deflectors in compatible Vision Grill setups using the CGS Spider, Woo, or Adjustable Rig. The recommended pan size depends on where it is positioned.

CGS Vision Spider

The CGS Spider (Stone Bracket) supports the 15-inch half-moon deflectors and drip pan in a lower indirect cooking position. This setup is similar to the Woo configuration shown below, but without the Woo's upper ring.

CGS Vision Woo

The 15-inch drip pan pairs with CGS 15-inch half-moon deflectors on the Vision Woo. For longer indirect cooks, the pan catches grease and drippings before they reach the ceramics, making cleanup easier and helping prevent grease buildup.

CGS Adjustable Rig

The 15-inch drip pan can be used at multiple levels in compatible Adjustable Rig configurations, including lower placements using the Spider.

When positioning the drip pan on the Adjustable Rig Crossbars rather than the lower Spider, we recommend upgrading to the 16-inch stainless steel drip pan for greater drip coverage.

Fitment Tip: The 16-inch drip pan provides wider coverage when supported on the Adjustable Rig Crossbars, but it will not fit on the lower Spider ring. Choose the 15-inch pan when using that lower position.

Kamado Joe Classic — Lower Firebowl Setup

The 15-inch stainless steel drip pan fits inside the firebowl of Kamado Joe Classic grills using the lower Divide & Conquer configuration. This is the lowest accessory ring position, where the ring drops down inside the firebowl.

Important Airflow Consideration: When positioned inside the Classic Joe firebowl, the 15-inch pan leaves less than 1/2-inch of clearance around its perimeter. This is not the best option for pairing deflectro and drip pan.

Our Recommended Setup

Whenever your cooking configuration allows, we recommend moving the drip pan higher in the Divide & Conquer system and using the 16-inch stainless steel drip pan for greater coverage.

Positioning the pan above the firebowl on the Kamado Joe Accessory Rack, or raising it above the deflectors using CGS Ceramic Spacers, provides more room for airflow and helps reduce the chance of drippings burning in the pan. Line the pan with foil for easier cleanup.

15-inch vs. 16-inch Drip Pan

• 15-inch Pan: Choose this size for compatible lower firebowl configurations where the smaller diameter is required.
• 16-inch Pan: Our preferred choice for wider drip coverage when positioned higher in the cooking system, above the firebowl.

Important: The 16-inch drip pan is too large to fit inside the Kamado Joe Classic firebowl. The 15-inch pan provides a lower-position option, but the tighter perimeter clearance must be considered when selecting your setup.

These recommendations apply to compatible Divide & Conquer configurations in Kamado Joe Classic I, II, III, and Konnected Joe grills.

Primo Large Round — Indirect Setup

The CGS 15-inch stainless steel drip pan is an option for the Primo Large Round ceramic grill when using a compatible indirect cooking setup.

Paired with the Primo Deflector Rack and compatible ceramic heat deflectors, the full-round pan provides continuous coverage beneath the cooking area, catching grease and drippings before they reach the ceramics.

For longer indirect barbeque cooks, line the pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil to simplify cleanup after smoking briskets, pork butts, ribs, and other larger cuts of meat.

Fitment Tip: Verify that your deflector setup properly supports the pan and provides adequate vertical and perimeter clearance for airflow.

Not sure which drip pan fits your grill? Give us a call at 940-387-0100 and we'll help match the pan to your rack and deflector combination.

Benefits & Cooking Tips

Why Use a Stainless Steel Drip Pan?

• Protects Ceramic Deflectors: Catches grease and drippings before they soak into porous ceramic heat deflectors.
• Keeps the Grill Cleaner: Collects drippings before they accumulate in the bottom of the cooker.
• Reusable Stainless Steel: Durable construction that holds its shape better than disposable aluminum pans.
• Right-Size Coverage: Provides full-round drip protection in compatible setups where a 16-inch pan may be too large.

Full-Round vs. Half-Moon Drip Pans

For longer indirect barbeque cooks, we prefer one full-round drip pan over two half-moon pans. A single pan provides continuous coverage beneath the food, with no center gap for drippings to slip through. It's also easier to foil, remove, and clean than two separate pans.

We rarely see a need for individual half-moon drip pans. Faster grilling cooks with lean meats generally produce minimal drippings. A folded sheet of aluminum foil draped over the ceramic deflector can provide sufficient protection for these shorter cooks.

For briskets, pork butts, ribs, and other low-and-slow cooks, a full-round stainless steel drip pan remains our preferred setup.

Tapered Sidewall Design

The tapered sidewall provides a wider upper opening for catching drippings while keeping the base smaller near the ceramic deflector. This helps balance drip coverage with available space and airflow inside the grill.

Unlike offset smokers that require a continuous supply of fresh air, kamado grills retain heat and moisture extremely well with minimal airflow. As a result, adding liquid to the drip pan is generally unnecessary for most indirect barbeque cooks.

Easy Cleanup with Heavy-Duty Foil

We recommend double-lining the drip pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil before every cook. Overlap two sheets in a + pattern, pressing the foil into the bottom and up the tapered sides. Extend the foil slightly over the rim for additional drip coverage.

After cooking and allowing the pan to cool, simply remove and discard the foil. The stainless steel pan can be hand washed or placed in the dishwasher, although baked-on grease may require additional cleaning.

Using Ceramic Spacers

Placing ceramic spacers between the heat deflector and drip pan creates an air gap that helps reduce direct heat transfer and grease burning onto the pan. More separation is generally beneficial when vertical clearance allows.

Unlike drip pans with built-in feet that provide only a small air gap, separate ceramic spacers let you increase the distance between the hot deflector and the pan to better suit your cooking configuration.

Important: Lower firebowl setups often have limited vertical clearance. Not every configuration can accommodate ceramic spacers. Check the available space between your deflectors and cooking grid before selecting spacer height.

View CGS Ceramic Spacers (3 per set).

Specifications & What's Included

• Diameter: 15-inch
• Material: Stainless steel
• Design: Full-round pan with tapered sidewall
• Edge: Rolled rim
• Care: Hand wash or dishwasher clean
• Included: One 15-inch stainless steel drip pan

Normal Stainless Steel Discoloration: Stainless steel naturally darkens and discolors with exposure to heat, smoke, and grease. This is normal and does not affect the pan's performance.

Aluminum foil, ceramic heat deflectors, rack systems, and ceramic spacers are sold separately.