Description
Maximum Drip Coverage for XL Kamado Setups
Our 18″ stainless drip pan is the go-to size for many round XL-class kamado setups, including the XL Big Green Egg, Kamado Joe Big Joe, Weber Summit Kamado, and other grills using XL indirect cooking systems.
XL Woo with EGG ConvEGGtor and 18″ drip pan pictured above.
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 an 18″ stainless drip pan above the deflector catches grease before it ever reaches the ceramic surface.
- Protects the Deflector — Keeps grease and drippings off porous ceramic surfaces.
- Reduces Burnt-On Buildup — Eliminates stubborn messes on your deflectors.
- Cleaner Kamado Cooks — Helps maintain a clean environment inside the grill.
- Heavy-Duty Reusable Design — Built for repeated use, cook after cook, unlike flimsy disposable pans.
Will It Fit My Kamado Setup?
The 18″ diameter provides the optimal balance of wide grease coverage and essential edge airflow for XL-class kamados. It is designed to pair perfectly with the following grills and racking setups:
Compatible Grills:
- XL Big Green Egg
- Kamado Joe Big Joe (I, II & III)
- Weber Summit Kamado
- Pit Boss 24 & Louisiana Grills 24 (positioned above the firebox)
Compatible Rack & Deflector Systems:
- CGS XL Woo Ring & XL Adjustable Rig
- XL Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor & EGGspander System
- Kamado Joe Big Joe Divide & Conquer System
- Pit Boss 24 & Louisiana Grills 24 Adjustable Rigs
XL Woo for Big Green Egg with 18″ half-moon deflectors and 18″ drip pan pictured above.
XL Big Green Egg & Adjustable Rig Setups
The CGS XL Adjustable Rig gives XL Big Green Egg owners unparalleled flexibility for positioning the 18″ drip pan. The Adjustable Rig naturally creates an advantageous air gap between the deflector and the pan. You can use Crossbars to elevate the pan higher or lower depending on your cook setup.
This is one of the definitive advantages of the Adjustable Rig over fixed-position OEM rack systems—allowing you to create maximum separation between the hot ceramic and your drip pan to keep drippings from scorching.
XL Woo and XL Adjustable Rig setup with 18″ half-moon deflectors and 18″ drip pan on the lower Woo ring.
XL Adjustable Rig double indirect setup with the 18″ drip pan elevated above the upper deflector.
XL Adjustable Rig setup with the drip pan raised high above the ConvEGGtor for max spacing.
Kamado Joe Big Joe Spacing Options
Utilize the multiple tiers of the Divide & Conquer System to properly space your half-moon deflectors and the 18″ drip pan. Our cooking preference is to create as much vertical space as possible between the deflectors and the pan to minimize burnt grease.
Kamado Joe Big Joe Divide & Conquer setup with 18″ drip pan above the half-moon deflectors. (Accessory Rack required).
Why the Tapered Side & 1″ Depth Matters
This pan features a 1″ tapered sidewall. The narrower base sits perfectly inside your deflector footprint, while the wider upper rim expands outward to catch grease where it’s most likely to fall from large cuts of meat like full briskets, pork shoulders, or racks of ribs. Because we do not recommend adding liquid during a kamado cook, a taller 2″ or 3″ sidewall is unnecessary and can interfere with stabilizing grill temperatures.
How to Use & Clean
- Double-Line with Foil: Overlap two sheets of heavy-duty foil in a “+” pattern before the cook. It makes cleanup a 5-second job.
- Extend Coverage: You can flare the foil slightly over the rolled rim to catch wide drippings without blocking edge airflow.
- Expect Tarnish: It is 100% normal for stainless steel to smoke- and heat-tarnish inside a kamado. This doesn’t affect performance. Designate this pan as your dedicated BBQ grill pan.
- Dishwasher: If you choose to skip foil, the dishwasher will not remove the hardened baked-on grease.
Should You Use Ceramic Spacers?
Whenever vertical clearance allows, we highly recommend using CGS Ceramic Spacers to create an air gap between your hot deflector stone and the drip pan. This drop in direct heat transfer minimizes your drippings from burning and producing odors.
With the CGS 2″ ceramic spacers, you have two options on how to place them: fully upright for 2″, or on their side for 1-1/2″. Both setups below use the 1-1/2″ side spacing.
Pit Boss 24 and Louisiana Grills 24 Woo setup.
CGS XL Woo for XL Big Green EGG setup.
Why Stainless Steel Over Disposable Aluminum?
- No Spills or Collapses: Thin aluminum pans buckle easily. Rigid stainless provides a stable platform.
- Unmatched Cost Efficiency: Stops the endless cycle of buying and throwing away single-use pans. Foil the stainless pan for continued use.
What’s Included
- (1) 18″ Stainless Steel Drip Pan
- Note: Foil, ceramic deflectors, rack systems, and ceramic spacers are sold separately.
Specifications
- Diameter: 18″
- Depth: 1″ with tapered sidewall
- Edge: Rolled top edge for structural rigidity
- Material: 200-Series Stainless Steel
The CGS Engineering Philosophy
A quick note on material choice: There is no practical reason to pay premium prices for 304-grade stainless steel on a drip pan. Because the pan will inevitably tarnish from smoke and heat, a higher grade of stainless offers zero performance benefit. This is a durable, utility part designed to save you money without compromising your cook.
Brand Compatibility Disclaimer: Ceramic Grill Store is an independent manufacturer and retailer of aftermarket kamado grill accessories. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Big Green Egg, Inc. or Kamado Joe Company.
Big Green Egg®, EGG®, ConvEGGtor®, and EGGspander® are registered trademarks of Big Green Egg, Inc. Kamado Joe® and Divide & Conquer® are registered trademarks of Kamado Joe Company. Trademarks are utilized strictly to indicate dimensional compatibility for the consumer.
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