{"product_id":"empire-vail-32-vent-free-gas-fireplace-with-intermittent-pilot","title":"Empire Vail 32\" Vent-Free Gas Fireplace with Intermittent Pilot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Empire Vail VFPA32BP70LN is a 32-inch vent-free gas fireplace rated at a maximum of 32,000 BTU\/hr — enough to take the chill off a substantial room without the structural commitment of a traditional masonry fireplace. Because it requires absolutely no venting and installs at zero clearance, it opens up wall placement options that a conventional unit simply cannot touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Vail 32 is Empire's slope glaze burner, paired with ceramic glazed pellets that scatter and reflect flame in a way that reads convincingly natural. This is not the flat, unconvincing glow of a budget firebox — the layered pellet bed creates genuine depth and visual movement. The matte black hood, outer frame, and louvers give the unit a clean, finished look that recedes gracefully into its surround rather than demanding attention for the wrong reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIgnition is handled by an intermittent pilot (IP) system, which lights on demand rather than maintaining a continuous standing pilot. That means no low-level gas consumption ticking away around the clock when the fireplace isn't in use — a sensible detail that adds up over a heating season. Output is adjustable between 22,000 and 32,000 BTU\/hr, giving you genuine control over heat delivery rather than a binary on\/off situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSafety is addressed directly through a factory-integrated oxygen depletion sensor (ODS). This is not an add-on or an afterthought — it's built into the unit and will automatically shut off the burner if ambient oxygen levels fall below a safe threshold. For a vent-free appliance, that's the specification that matters most, and it's here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction details include hem-bent seams, which speak to the care taken in the firebox fabrication — clean, tight joints that hold up to thermal cycling over years of use. The unit weighs 98 lbs and measures 35\" wide by 33\" tall by 16½\" deep, proportions that suit a standard fireplace opening or a purpose-built chase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VFPA32BP70LN is part of the broader VFPA32BP series, which means it shares compatibility with Empire's range of accessories — including remote control systems, blower units, and ceramic log sets — should you want to add capability after installation. The 5-year limited warranty rounds out a package that is built to perform consistently, not just impressively on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32,000 BTU\/hr maximum output, adjustable down to 22,000 BTU\/hr for precise heat control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent-free design with zero-clearance installation — no chimney, liner, or flue required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent pilot ignition eliminates continuous standing pilot gas consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) shuts burner off automatically if O2 levels drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlope glaze burner with ceramic glazed pellets for a realistic, layered flame appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte black hood, outer frame, and louvers provide a clean, cohesive finished look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHem-bent seam construction for durable, tight firebox integrity over long-term use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35\"W x 33\"H x 16½\"D footprint — sized for standard fireplace openings and custom chases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Empire remote control accessories, blower units, and ceramic log sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the VFPA32BP series with millivolt and blower variants available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVent-Free Gas Fireplace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIgnition Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermittent Pilot (IP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Btu\/Hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin Btu\/Hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-year limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic glazed pellets, Integrated oxygen depletion sensor, Slope glaze burner, Hem-bent seams, Matte black hood, outer frame, and louvers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZero Clearance, Requires no venting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem Weight Lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Empire Comfort Systems","offers":[{"title":"Natural Gas","offer_id":45054093230288,"sku":"VFPA32BP70LN","price":2059.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Propane","offer_id":45054093263056,"sku":"VFPA32BP70LP","price":2059.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/3999\/5088\/files\/VFPA32BP70L_01.jpg?v=1782712017","url":"https:\/\/www.shopsandersgas.com\/products\/empire-vail-32-vent-free-gas-fireplace-with-intermittent-pilot","provider":"Shop Sanders Gas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}