Deflector plates are the key to turning your Primo Oval into a true multi-purpose cooker.

By blocking and redirecting rising heat, these plates create the indirect cooking environment needed for low & slow barbecue, two-zone grilling, and consistent top-down convection.

Primo Oval Heat Deflector Plates

Most Common Uses

• Two Plates on Racks: Full indirect setup for long barbecue cooks.
• One Plate on a Rack: Creates direct and indirect zones for two-zone grilling.

Two Brand Options

We offer both Primo OEM deflector plates and Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) plates:

• Both are D-shaped and made to the same thickness.
• CGS plates offer slightly more coverage with longer straight edges.
• Packaging: Primo and CGS plates sold as a pair

Primo Deflector Plates	CGS Deflector Plates

How Deflector Plates Work

Deflector plates sit between the fire and the food, creating an indirect barrier for stable heat.

• Smoking / BBQ: Use two plates for a full indirect setup.
• Two-Zone Grilling: Use one plate over the non-fire side.

Primo Set-up	CGS Set-up

Deflector Racks Are Required

Each plate requires a deflector rack (sold separately) to sit at the correct height beneath the cooking grids.

How the Racks Work

• The rack drops inside the fire bowl to support the plate under the cooking grid.
• Setup is simple: place the rack → set the plate → add the cooking grid in the up position.

Rack Options

Both Primo OEM racks and Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) racks are available:

• CGS racks offer more flexibility, easier lump access, and wok capability.
• All rack options are sold in pairs.

Primo Racks	CGS Racks

Note: Cooking grids and grill shown in images are for illustration only and are not included.