{"product_id":"cgs-half-moon-ceramic-deflectors-for-weber-summit-e6-s6-kamado","title":"CGS Half-Moon Ceramic Deflectors for Weber Summit Kamado E6 \u0026 S6","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"cgs-product-description cgs-weber-summit-deflectors\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild Full-Indirect, Two-Zone or Double-Indirect Setups\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd greater indirect flexibility to your \u003cstrong\u003eWeber Summit Kamado E6 or S6\u003c\/strong\u003e with CGS 18\" half-moon ceramic heat deflectors. Use one or two deflectors to create:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Indirect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pair of deflectors to shield the cooking grid from direct heat during ribs, brisket, pork shoulder, poultry and other low-and-slow cooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Zone Grilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use one half-moon deflector to create direct and indirect cooking zones beneath the main Weber cooking grid or on the CGS Flexible 2nd-Level Expander.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Indirect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position a pair on the CGS Spider above the Summit Kamado’s stock metal deflector to create two stacked heat barriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoto Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory charcoal grate that normally sits at the lower level of the firebowl has been removed from these images to provide a clearer view of the cooking-grid positions and setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eFull-Indirect Smoking BBQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGS 18\" ceramic half-moon deflectors are slightly larger than the Summit Kamado’s 18\" metal deflector plate. The thicker ceramic construction adds greater thermal mass between the charcoal and cooking grid, helping diffuse direct heat before it reaches the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a pair of half-moon deflectors on the \u003cstrong\u003eCGS Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a full-indirect setup for brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, poultry and other low-and-slow cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-spider-18-half-moon-deflectors-setup-weber-summit-kamado.jpg?v=1784754424\" alt='Pair of CGS 18\" half-moon ceramic heat deflectors positioned on the CGS Spider inside a Weber Summit Kamado' style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 15px 0; float: none;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pair of 18\" deflectors is too large to place on either of the Summit Kamado’s charcoal-grate levels. There is not enough perimeter clearance for proper airflow. The \u003cstrong\u003eCGS Spider is required when using a pair of 18\" ceramic half-moons together.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eTwo Zones with the Summit Cooking Grid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one half-moon deflector to divide the cooking grid into direct and indirect zones. Grill over the open charcoal for higher direct heat while cooking over the deflector with gentler indirect heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the cook, the half-moon deflector can be positioned on the CGS Spider or on the Summit Kamado’s upper charcoal-grate level. We recommend the Spider because it positions the deflector closer to the cooking grid for more focused heat protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-spider-18-half-moon-deflector-two-zone-setup-weber-summit-kamado.jpg?v=1784754680\" alt='Single CGS 18\" half-moon deflector creating direct and indirect cooking zones in a Weber Summit Kamado' style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 15px 0; float: none;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/18-half-moon-deflector-upper-charcoal-level-weber-summit-kamado.jpg?v=1785268642\" alt='Single CGS 18\" half-moon ceramic deflector positioned on the upper charcoal-grate level of a Weber Summit Kamado' style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 15px 0; float: none;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eTwo Zones with the CGS Flexible 2nd-Level Expander\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18\" half-moon deflector can also be used with the \u003cstrong\u003eCGS Flexible 2nd-Level Expander\u003c\/strong\u003e to create an indirect cooking zone high in the dome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis setup leaves the front portion of the Summit Kamado’s lower grid open for direct-fire grilling. It works especially well for vegetables, chicken and reverse searing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-Flexible-2nd-level-indirect-setup-weber-summit-kamado.jpg?v=1784909988\" alt='CGS 18\" half-moon ceramic deflector positioned beneath the 20\" upper grid of the Flexible 2nd-Level Expander' style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 15px 0; float: none;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deflector can slide into or out of the hanger during the cook, allowing you to change the setup without removing the Expander.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCGS Flexible Expander Half-Moon Hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e is required to position the 18\" deflector beneath the Flexible 2nd-Level Expander.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-flexible-2nd-level-expander-setup-indirect.jpg?v=1784909533\" alt='Top view showing the Flexible Half-Moon Hanger and how the 18\" half-moon deflector slides in and out' style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 15px 0; float: none;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cgs-flexible-2nd-level-expander-for-weber-summit-kamado\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more about the CGS Flexible 2nd-Level Expander for the Weber Summit Kamado.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eDouble Indirect with the CGS Spider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor double-indirect cooking, leave the Summit Kamado’s stock deflector in its standard lower position and place a pair of CGS 18\" half-moon deflectors on the CGS Spider. The ceramic deflectors use the same Spider position shown above in the Full-Indirect Smoking \u0026amp; BBQ setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two separate heat barriers provide additional heat diffusion during long brisket, pork shoulder and rib cooks. The Spider positions the CGS ceramic deflectors approximately 2\" below the Summit Kamado’s main cooking grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eProtect the Ceramic from Drippings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic heat deflectors are porous and can absorb grease and drippings. For larger meat and barbeque cooks, position the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/18-inch-stainless-drip-pan-xl-egg-big-joe\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGS 18\" Stainless Drip Pan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e above the deflectors to help protect the ceramic and reduce baked-on buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/18-inch-stainless-drip-pan-weber-summit-kamado.jpg?v=1785267861\" alt='CGS 18\" stainless steel drip pan positioned above ceramic heat deflectors in a Weber Summit Kamado' style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 15px 0; float: none;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLine the pan with two overlapping sheets of heavy-duty foil for faster cleanup. Allow an air gap between the deflectors and drip pan whenever the setup provides enough vertical space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eHalf-Moon Deflector Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half-moon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActual Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9-1\/4\" by 18-1\/2\" per half\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 18-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-heat cordierite mullite refractory ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.75 pounds per half\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eCeramic Use and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the deflectors in the grill during warm-up to reduce thermal shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid rapid temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever place a cold or wet deflector directly into a very hot grill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid extreme high-temperature clean burns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpect the ceramic to darken as it absorbs smoke during normal use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes one or two CGS 18\" half-moon ceramic heat deflectors, depending on the option selected. The CGS Spider, Flexible Expander Half-Moon Hanger, stainless drip pan, ceramic spacers, cooking grids and grill are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eBrand Compatibility and Product Engineering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic Grill Store is an independent manufacturer and retailer of aftermarket grill accessories. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by Weber Blackstone or the Weber brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeber® and Summit® are trademarks associated with Weber Blackstone. Brand and model names are used solely to identify product compatibility for the consumer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2005, Ceramic Grill Store has developed independent and innovative accessories for kamado-style grills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ceramic Grill Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41563749548090,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/pair-ceramic-deflectors-pizza-stone-cgs.jpg?v=1781808762","url":"https:\/\/ceramicgrillstore.com\/products\/cgs-half-moon-ceramic-deflectors-for-weber-summit-e6-s6-kamado","provider":"Ceramic Grill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}