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 Why You Will Love The Half-Grate Griddle Insert 

  • Ultimate cooking versatility: Unlock unmatched charcoal cooking versatility in the convenience of your backyard. Easily bake, roast, smoke, sear and griddle all-in-one. Cook everything from breakfast, smash burgers, stir-fry, fajitas and much more to expand your cooking arsenal.
  • Reversible griddle: This reversible griddle accessory insert has two sides one flat-top surface and one ribbed surface for searing in juicy flavor.
  • Pre-seasoned and non-stick: This flat-top griddle comes pre-seasoned so you can immediately start unlocking delicious charcoal-infused griddle recipes. The non-stick surface prevents foods from sticking while cooking.
  • Generous cooking space: The Half-Grate Griddle Accessory Insert includes 160 square inches of cooking space, allowing you to utilize the griddle while simultaneously using the cast iron grates to sear your favorite foods.
  • Easy to install: Transform your gravity-fed charcoal grill into a flat-top griddle in seconds by simply removing one of the cooking grates inside your grill and inserting the griddle.
  • Compatibility: The Masterbuilt Half-Grate Griddle Accessory Insert is compatible with the Gravity Series 600, Gravity Series XT and the AutoIgnite Series 545 Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker models. Please see FIT GUIDE for a full list of compatible models. Check compatibility before adding this item to your setup.
  • Quick and easy cleanup: This flat-top griddle includes a grease opening to easily clean out grease while cooking.
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 About Masterbuilt

How It Works

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Half-Grate Griddle Insert

Technical Specifications

Steps For Enjoyment

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Load the Hopper

Fill the GravityFed™ hopper with lump charcoal or briquettes and let gravity feed the fire throughout the cook.

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Light & Set the Temperature

Light the charcoal with a Masterbuilt Fire Starter, then set your desired temperature on the control panel or in the Masterbuilt app.

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Let the DigitalFan™ Do the Work

The DigitalFan™ automatically manages airflow to maintain steady heat while you smoke, grill, roast, bake, or sear.

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How is a Masterbuilt Gravity Series different from a pellet grill?

A Gravity Series uses real charcoal instead of wood pellets. You still get digital temperature control and app monitoring, but the heat and flavor come from charcoal. That gives you the convenience of a digitally controlled cooker with a more traditional charcoal profile.

Do I have to constantly watch the grill during long cooks?

No. Gravity Series models use a GravityFed™ charcoal hopper and DigitalFan™ to automatically maintain the temperature you set. Larger models can hold enough charcoal for extended cooking sessions, so you do not have to keep feeding the fire manually.

Can I control a Masterbuilt from my phone?

Many Gravity Series models are Wi-Fi/app enabled. The Masterbuilt app can be used to monitor and adjust grill temperature and monitor connected meat probes from your phone. You can also control the grill directly from its digital control panel.

How quickly does a Masterbuilt Gravity Series heat up?

It depends on the model, but current Gravity Series products can heat up surprisingly quickly. For example, Masterbuilt states that the Gravity Series 1150 can reach 225°F in about 9 minutes and 700°F in about 15 minutes.

Can I smoke and sear on the same Masterbuilt?

Yes. That is one of the biggest advantages of the Gravity Series. Models such as the Gravity 1150 operate from roughly 225°F to 700°F, allowing low-and-slow smoking, roasting, baking and high-temperature searing on the same cooker.

Do I have to throw away unused charcoal after every cook?

No. Masterbuilt specifically says you can insert the shutdown slides to cut off airflow and extinguish the charcoal. Any remaining charcoal can then be reused during your next cook.

Does the Gravity Series give real smoke flavor?

Yes. The system burns charcoal rather than pellets, and you can also use wood chunks alongside the charcoal when you want additional smoke flavor. Owners commonly cite the charcoal/smoke flavor as one of the main reasons they prefer the Gravity Series over pellet grills.

How much maintenance does a Masterbuilt require?

Regular cleaning matters, especially after fatty cooks. Empty the ash bucket, clean grease buildup and keep airflow paths clear. Some long-term owners specifically warn that accumulated grease can contribute to flare-ups when moving from low-temperature smoking to high-temperature grilling, so routine cleaning is important.

Are Masterbuilt Gravity Series grills reliable?

Many owners report years of successful cooking, while others report issues with controllers, switches, connectivity or other electronics. The cooking concept itself is widely praised, but because these grills use more electronics than a traditional charcoal grill, there are more components that can potentially require troubleshooting or replacement.

What warranty does Masterbuilt include?

Most Masterbuilt products carry a 1-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship under proper assembly, normal use and recommended care. The original purchaser must keep proof of purchase and register the product. Some models differ, for example, the Gravity Series XT carries a longer limited warranty, so the exact product warranty should always be checked on its own PDP or manual.

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