Primo Grills
Primo Grills Oval Heat Deflector Racks
Best accessory for pitmasters mastering indirect heat and versatile grilling zones.
Enhance your Primo Oval grill's capabilities with these Heat Deflector Racks, essential for indirect cooking. Designed to hold ceramic deflector plates just below the cooking grid, they enable versatile grilling setups. Use a pair for full indirect cooking, perfect for smoking and low-and-slow barbecue. Alternatively, use one rack and plate to create distinct direct and indirect zones for multi-method grilling. The racks install easily inside the fire bowl, supporting the deflector plate for optimal heat management. Available in Primo and Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) brands, with CGS racks offering enhanced features like easier lump access and wok support.
$59.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
421
/ 1102
#421 in Outdoor Grill Racks & Toppers
Price vs Category Average
-52%
Below average
Material
14
/ Stainless steel (CGS Racks made from /" round bar)
Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting to bake, smoke, and roast outdoors
- Pitmasters seeking consistent temperatures and perfectly uniform results
- Primo owners needing a secure, stable setup for accessories
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers avoiding additional accessory expenses
- Grillers who prioritize maximum surface area for direct searing
- Minimalists looking to simplify their post-grilling cleanup routine
Performance breakdown
Heat Management Versatility
Effortlessly transitions between low-and-slow smoking and high-heat direct searing.
Build Durability
Heavy-duty stainless steel construction withstands intense, repeated kamado firebox temperatures.
Installation Simplicity
Drops directly into the firebox for a quick, tool-free setup.
Lump Access Efficiency
CGS design allows for convenient charcoal adjustments without removing the entire rack.
Cooking Zone Flexibility
Enables precise dual-zone setups for simultaneous direct and indirect cooking.
Accessory Compatibility
CGS variants provide a stable platform for woks and other specialty cookware.
Key Specs
Material
Stainless steel (CGS Racks made from 1/4" round bar)
Fit
XL, Large and Junior Primo Oval Kamados
Drop
1.5" into the firebox
Sold
Pairs (two racks per box)
Gauge/Thickness
1/4" (CGS Racks)
Features
- Enables indirect cooking for smoking and low-and-slow barbecue.
- Allows for creation of direct and indirect grilling zones.
- Easy installation by hanging inside the fire bowl.
- CGS brand racks offer easier lump access.
- CGS brand racks can also support a wok.
- Available in Primo OEM and CGS fabricated brands.
- Sold in pairs for complete grill setup.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust design of the Primo Grills Oval Heat Deflector Racks. Many highlight their significant contribution to achieving consistent indirect cooking results, making them an indispensable accessory for their Primo grill. Users find them incredibly easy to install and clean, appreciating the durable construction that withstands high temperatures without warping. The general consensus points to a product that significantly enhances the grilling experience, offering reliable performance and excellent value for money given its longevity and effectiveness.
Know before you buy
These racks are designed to hold ceramic deflector plates inside your Primo Oval grill. By creating a barrier between the fire and your food, they allow you to cook using indirect heat, which is essential for smoking and low-and-slow barbecue.
Yes. By using only one rack and one deflector plate, you can set up your grill with both a direct heat side for searing and an indirect heat side for slower cooking, giving you more versatility during a single session.
While both brands facilitate indirect cooking, the CGS racks are fabricated from thicker 1/4" stainless steel and offer added functionality. Specifically, the CGS design provides easier access to your charcoal lump and can support a wok for stir-frying.
Installation is straightforward; the racks are designed to hang securely inside the fire bowl of your Primo Oval kamado. They drop approximately 1.5 inches into the firebox to provide a stable base for your ceramic plates.
These racks are sold in pairs. A pair is required to achieve full indirect coverage across the entire cooking surface, though you can use just one for partial indirect setups.
These racks are specifically engineered to fit the XL, Large, and Junior Primo Oval Kamado models. Ensure you select the version that matches your specific grill size for a proper fit.
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