{"product_id":"cgs-18-inch-stainless-drip-pan-kamado-grills","title":"CGS 18\" Stainless Drip Pan","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .product-description-cgs {\n    line-height: 1.58;\n  }\n\n  .product-description-cgs h3 {\n    margin-top: 30px;\n  }\n\n  .product-description-cgs h4 {\n    margin: 20px 0 6px;\n  }\n\n  .product-description-cgs p,\n  .product-description-cgs ul {\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .product-description-cgs li + li {\n    margin-top: 6px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion {\n    margin: 16px 0 24px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details {\n    border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 0;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details:last-child {\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion summary {\n    position: relative;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    list-style: none;\n    padding: 13px 0 13px 22px;\n    margin: 0;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion summary::before {\n    content: '';\n    position: absolute;\n    left: 0;\n    top: 50%;\n    transform: translateY(-50%);\n    width: 0;\n    height: 0;\n    border-top: 6px solid transparent;\n    border-bottom: 6px solid transparent;\n    border-left: 8px solid #ff2a00;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details[open] summary::before {\n    transform: translateY(-50%) rotate(90deg);\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e p,\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e ul,\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e h4 {\n    margin-left: 0;\n    margin-right: 0;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e ul {\n    margin-bottom: 14px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e h4 {\n    margin-top: 16px;\n    margin-bottom: 6px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e summary + p,\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e summary + h4,\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e summary + ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion details \u003e *:last-child {\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-accordion img {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 600px;\n    height: auto;\n    margin: 8px 0 12px;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-disclaimer {\n    margin-top: 28px;\n    padding-top: 16px;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\n    font-size: 0.88em;\n    line-height: 1.5;\n    color: #666;\n  }\n\n  .cgs-disclaimer h3 {\n    font-size: 1em;\n    margin: 0 0 8px;\n  }\n\n  @media screen and (max-width: 749px) {\n    .cgs-accordion img {\n      max-width: 100%;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-cgs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrip Protection for Kamados with 18\"-20\" Deflectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGS 18\" stainless steel drip pan is the go-to size for many XL kamado setups using \u003cstrong\u003e18\" to 20\" ceramic heat deflectors\u003c\/strong\u003e. It catches grease and drippings before they can soak into porous ceramics or collect in the bottom of the grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" diameter provides wide coverage for XL Big Green EGG, Kamado Joe Big Joe, Weber Summit Kamado, Pit Boss 24, Louisiana Grills 24, Grilla Kong 24, and other large ceramic grills using roughly 20\" to 24\" cooking grids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWhy Use a Stainless Drip Pan?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Ceramic Deflectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps grease and drippings from soaking into porous ceramic surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps the Grill Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e — catches drippings before they reach the bottom of the cooker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Stainless Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — more durable and stable than disposable aluminum pans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Round Coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides broad protection for larger indirect barbeque cooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eCommon 18\" Drip Pan Setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRack design and deflector position determine where the 18\" drip pan will fit. Open the section that matches your grill or rack system for setup-specific fit, spacer, and positioning guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cgs-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eXL Big Green EGG Setups\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" drip pan is a natural match for the XL EGG ConvEGGtor, CGS XL Woo, and CGS XL Adjustable Rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCGS Woo with 18\" Half-Moon Deflectors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/xl-big-green-egg-woo-ring-half-stones-drip-pan.jpg?v=1679407494\" alt='XL Big Green EGG Woo setup with 18\" half-moon deflectors and 18\" stainless steel drip pan'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eXL Big Green EGG Woo setup with 18\" half-moon deflectors and 18\" stainless steel drip pan.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eXL ConvEGGtor \u0026amp; EGGspander Setups\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" pan closely matches the diameter of the XL ConvEGGtor, making it a strong choice when you want broad drip coverage above the ceramic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/xl-big-green-egg-expander-cgs-woo-conveggtor-pan-CROPPED.jpg?v=1779731507\" alt='XL Big Green EGG setup with 18\" stainless steel drip pan above ConvEGGtor'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 18\" drip pan is a close diameter match for the XL Big Green EGG ConvEGGtor.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCGS XL Adjustable Rig\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XL Adjustable Rig provides several ways to position the 18\" drip pan. Crossbars can be used to support the pan at different heights depending on your cooking setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn additional pair of XL Crossbars may be required when positioning the pan inside the Rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/xl-adjustable-rig-woo-three-grid-combo.jpg?v=1773786412\" alt='XL Woo and XL Adjustable Rig setup with 18\" half-moon deflectors and 18\" stainless steel drip pan on lower Woo ring'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eXL Woo and XL Adjustable Rig setup with 18\" half-moon deflectors and the 18\" drip pan positioned on the lower Woo ring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/double-deflectors-xl-adjustable-rig-xl-big-green-egg.jpg?v=1773529025\" alt='XL Big Green EGG Adjustable Rig double indirect setup with 18\" stainless steel drip pan elevated above upper deflector'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eXL Adjustable Rig double-indirect setup with the 18\" drip pan elevated above the upper deflector inside the Rig.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/xl-big-green-egg-conveggtor-drip-pan-between-grids-on-cgs-xl-adjustable-rig.jpg?v=1773674952\" alt='XL Big Green EGG Adjustable Rig with 18\" stainless steel drip pan raised above ConvEGGtor'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eXL Adjustable Rig setup with the drip pan raised high above the ConvEGGtor for maximum air space. When possible, we prefer positioning the drip pan directly below the cooking grid.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKamado Joe Big Joe Setups\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" drip pan works with Kamado Joe Big Joe I, II, III, and Konnected Divide \u0026amp; Conquer setups when the pan is positioned higher in the cooking system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBig Joe Divide \u0026amp; Conquer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kamado Joe Accessory Rack is used to support and elevate the 18\" drip pan above the half-moon deflectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/18-drip-pan-kamado-joe-big-joe.jpg?v=1756569558\" alt='Kamado Joe Big Joe Divide and Conquer setup with 18\" stainless steel drip pan above half-moon deflectors'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are not familar with the rack, here is a picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/kamado-joe-big-joe-accessory-rack-750px.jpg?v=1790633039\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKamado Joe Big Joe setup using the Accessory Rack to position the 18\" drip pan above the half-moon deflectors.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePit Boss 24, Louisiana Grills 24 \u0026amp; Grilla Kong 24\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCGS Woo for Pit Boss 24 \u0026amp; Louisiana Grills 24\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" drip pan can be used above the deflectors in these larger kamados, but clearance is tighter than with the 16\" pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGS 2\" Ceramic Spacers laid on their side can provide the clearance needed for the 18\" pan. If your setup does not have enough room, choose the 16\" drip pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/ceramic-spacers-drip-pan-for-heat-deflector-pages_1024x1024.jpg?v=1705157033\" alt='CGS 2\" ceramic spacers creating an air gap between a kamado heat deflector and stainless steel drip pan'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUsing the 18\" pan in these tighter Woo setups may require CGS 2\" Ceramic Spacers turned on their side. Otherwise, choose the 16\" pan.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCGS XL Adjustable Rig\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the XL Adjustable Rig for \u003cstrong\u003ePit Boss 24, Louisiana Grills 24, and Grilla Kong 24\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 18\" drip pan can be positioned inside the Rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can set the pan directly above the deflector or, when additional supports are available, elevate it closer to the cooking grid for more air space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/pit-boss-24-louisiana-grills-24-adj-rig-deflector-pan-grid.jpg?v=1780501034\" alt='XL Adjustable Rig for Pit Boss 24 and Louisiana Grills 24 with 16\" half-moon deflectors, 18\" stainless steel drip pan and 20\" cooking grid'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e A second set of Crossbars or a Slide Guide is required to elevate the drip pan inside the Rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWeber Summit Kamado \u0026amp; Other Large Grills\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" drip pan can also work in Weber Summit Kamado and other round grills with approximately 20\" to 24\" cooking grids when the rack system provides sufficient diameter and vertical clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRack design varies considerably among large kamados, so measure the available space around your deflector and below the cooking grid before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your grill or rack setup is not listed, give us a call and we can help match the correct drip pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eHow to Use \u0026amp; Clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Line with Foil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overlap two sheets of heavy-duty foil in a + pattern for fast cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtend Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flare the foil slightly past the rolled rim if you need a little more drip coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpect Discoloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel will naturally tarnish and darken from heat, smoke, and grease inside a kamado. This does not affect performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove and discard the foil after the cook, then hand wash the pan or place it in the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkip the Foil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardened, baked-on grease may not come clean in the dishwasher, which is why we always recommend double-lining with foil before each cook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eUsing Ceramic Spacers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic spacers create an air gap between the heat deflector and drip pan, helping reduce direct heat transfer and burnt-on drippings. When clearance allows, more air space between the hot ceramic and the pan is generally better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the available space between the top of your deflector and the bottom of the cooking grid before choosing spacer height. Larger XL kamados often provide enough room to create more separation than smaller grill setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-xl-woo-18-deflectors-spacers-drip-pan.jpg?v=1773787274\" alt='CGS XL Woo setup with 18\" ceramic deflectors, ceramic spacers and 18\" stainless steel drip pan' style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 8px 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e👉 \u003cstrong\u003ePairing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Need to elevate your pan?\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-spacers-kamado-grills\" title=\"Ceramic Spacers for Kamado Grills\" style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e View CGS Ceramic Spacers (3 per set) \u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWhy the 1\" Tapered Side Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1\" tapered sidewall helps balance drip-catching capacity with airflow. The smaller base sits closer to the deflector while the wider upper rim provides more collection area where grease is most likely to fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamado grills already retain heat and moisture extremely well, so we generally do not recommend adding liquid to the drip pan during most barbeque cooks. The 1\" depth provides generous capacity without creating unnecessary clearance issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(1) 18\" Stainless Steel Drip Pan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFoil, ceramic deflectors, rack systems, Crossbars, Slide Guides, and ceramic spacers are sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e18\" Drip Pan Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\" with tapered sidewall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolled top edge for added rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200-Series Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no practical need to pay more for 304 stainless steel in this application. Stainless drip pans will naturally discolor from normal barbeque use, but that does not affect performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eFull-Round vs. Half-Moon Drip Pans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor longer indirect barbeque cooks, our preference is one full-round drip pan because it is easier to foil, easier to clean, and provides more continuous coverage beneath the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor shorter or cleaner cooks, foil over one or both deflectors may be enough. If you use any reusable drip pan, we still recommend lining it with foil for easier cleanup and longer life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in feet may sound convenient, but they usually create only a small air gap between the hot heat deflector and pan. Separate ceramic spacers let you create a larger air gap when grill clearance allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cgs-disclaimer\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrand Compatibility Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic Grill Store is an independent manufacturer and retailer of kamado grill accessories. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the grill manufacturers referenced on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2005, Ceramic Grill Store has engineered kamado accessories designed for compatibility with select grills and cooking systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ceramic Grill Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10694808513,"sku":"18-SS-Pan","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-18-inch-stainless-drip-pan-kamado-grills.jpg?v=1790694921","url":"https:\/\/ceramicgrillstore.com\/products\/cgs-18-inch-stainless-drip-pan-kamado-grills","provider":"Ceramic Grill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}