{"product_id":"cgs-stainless-drip-pans-for-ceramic-grills","title":"CGS 10\"–18\" Round Stainless Drip Pan Guide","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"product-description rte cgs-drip-pan-summary\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBe Smart, Protect Your Ceramics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eround stainless drip pans\u003c\/strong\u003e are available in \u003cstrong\u003e10\", 12\", 14\", 16\", and 18\" sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you the right-size drip coverage to collect drippings in most kamado grill setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more detailed fitment help, several of our rack system pages include drip pan recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWhy Use CGS Stainless Drip Pans?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Ceramic Deflectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps keep grease and drippings off porous ceramic surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaner Kamado Cooks\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps reduce burnt grease, off-odors, and stubborn buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — line with foil for easy cleanup and continued use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Size Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose the pan that best matches your deflector size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eHow to Use the Pan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt='Three examples of using a drip pan over a deflector: 16\" pan inside Large EGG ConvEGGtor, 16\" drip pan in CGS Large Adjustable Rig, and 18\" drip pan on 18\" half-moon deflectors inside XL Woo.' src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/using-drip-pans-kamado-grills.jpg?v=1679409709\" style=\"max-width: 600px; width: 100%; height: auto; margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, place the drip pan above your heat deflector and leave open space around the edges so heat and airflow can continue moving through the grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Rule of Thumb:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you are uncertain on size, it is best to match the drip pan diameter to your heat deflector diameter. If a direct match is not available, it is usually better to go slightly smaller and use foil to extend the catch area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eElevate When Clearance Allows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 600px; width: 100%; height: auto; margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Spacers creating a gap between half-moon deflectors and drip pan in the XL Woo.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/cgs-xl-woo-18-deflectors-spacers-drip-pan.jpg?v=1773787274\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cleaner drippings and better performance, allow as much vertical space as possible between the heat deflector and drip pan. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-spacers-kamado-grills\" title=\"CGS Ceramic Spacers\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGS Ceramic Spacers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e can help raise the pan and reduce the radiant heat coming off the deflector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe prefer to stage the drip pan as high as practical, directly under the cooking grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 600px; width: 100%; height: auto; margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"2-Inch Ceramic Spacers set on their side to create an air gap between heat deflectors and drip pan in a Kamado Joe Divide \u0026amp; Conquer setup.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/16-drip-pan-spacers-classic-kamado-joe.jpg?v=1756496983\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep in mind, heat deflectors get much hotter than your low-and-slow cooking temperature, so more space is better than less space when clearance allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWhy the Tapered Side Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tapered sidewall helps balance drip-catching coverage with airflow. The angled side helps to gently push heat outward, while the wider upper rim provides more collection area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eAdding Liquid to the Pan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike metal grills, ceramic kamado grills retain heat and moisture extremely well. We generally do not recommend adding liquid to the drip pan during most BBQ cooks. Too much humidity can inhibit bark development on your meat, and we all love the bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shallow tapered side gives you practical drip-catching capacity without creating unnecessary clearance or airflow issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eHow to Clean the Pan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend \u003cstrong\u003edouble-lining the pan with heavy-duty foil\u003c\/strong\u003e before each cook. Overlap two sheets in a “+” pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the cook, ball up the foil and toss it. The pan can be hand washed or placed in the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon’t skip the foil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Baked-on grease is much harder to remove once it cooks onto the pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eRound Pans vs. Half-Moon Drip Pans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur preference is one full round drip pan because it better matches the deflector coverage needed for longer, messier BBQ cooks like pork butt, brisket, and ribs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen grilling with a two-zone setup, we recommend skipping the drip pan entirely and simply foiling the half-moon deflector. Direct grilling cooks are typically fast, and standard grilling proteins don't drop enough fluid or grease to justify a pan. Covering the topside of the deflector with foil is all you need to keep ceramics clean on these quick, high-temperature cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother major issue with half-moon pans is twisting and warping. When an irregularly shaped pan heats or cools rapidly—especially if liquid is added—the wide rim and tighter corners expand unevenly, forcing the pan to buckle. Once a metal pan warps, it usually continues to twist on every subsequent cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eBuilt-In Feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in feet may sound convenient, but they usually create very little air gap between the very hot deflector and pan. Our CGS Ceramic Spacers give you options on air gap size. They also work will to elevate hot objects off table surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eDo You Need 304 Stainless?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one application where 304 stainless does little to improve performance. All stainless drip pans will tarnish and discolor from normal BBQ use, but that does not affect performance. 304 stainless will not automatically prevent twisting, warping or tarnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave some cash and pass on expensive 304 pans. CGS drip pans are made from 201 stainless steel. We've used the same pans for years - just remember to properly foil them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ceramic Grill Store","offers":[{"title":"10 Inch","offer_id":41459999801402,"sku":"10-SS-Pan","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Inch","offer_id":41459999834170,"sku":"12-SS-Pan","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 Inch","offer_id":41459999866938,"sku":"14-SS-Pan","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 Inch","offer_id":41459999899706,"sku":"16-SS-Pan","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18 Inch","offer_id":41459999932474,"sku":"18-SS-Pan","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/ceramicgrillstore.com\/products\/cgs-stainless-drip-pans-for-ceramic-grills","provider":"Ceramic Grill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}