{"product_id":"fire-magic-echelon-diamond-built-in-griddle-540-sq-in-3-8-stainless-steel","title":"Fire Magic Echelon Diamond Built-In Griddle, 540 Sq In, 3\/8\" Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe griddle surface on the Fire Magic Echelon Diamond Built-In Griddle is 3\/8 of an inch thick — a specification that matters far more than it sounds. Thicker steel retains heat more evenly, recovers temperature faster when cold food hits the surface, and resists the warping that plagues thinner alternatives. This is a surface built for serious, sustained cooking, not occasional weekend use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo stainless steel burners deliver a combined 45,000 BTUs across a 30\" x 18\" cooking area — 540 square inches in total. Two back-lit control knobs give you independent zone management, so you can sear proteins on one side while gently finishing eggs or vegetables on the other. The hot surface ignition system means no lighters, no fussing: turn the knob and cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe exterior is constructed from 304 stainless steel, the same corrosion-resistant alloy used throughout the Echelon Diamond series. This matters especially in outdoor environments where salt air, humidity, and temperature swings are constant. The unit is designed to integrate flush with other Echelon Diamond outdoor kitchen components, sharing the same cut-out dimensions (31 1\/4\" W x 23 1\/2\" D x 12\" H) as the E660i grill — making it a natural addition to an existing or planned Echelon Diamond kitchen build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCleanup is handled by a two-piece drip collector trough with dual removable collection troughs — a practical, well-considered system that keeps grease contained and makes post-cook maintenance straightforward rather than a project. A stainless steel cover is included in the box, providing protection when the griddle is not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who want flexibility, the griddle is compatible with the optional Portable Cart Grill Base (Model 660-SC24, sold separately), converting the built-in unit into a freestanding format. Optional protective vinyl covers are also available for both configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall dimensions are 35.75\" W x 30\" D x 14\" H, with a shipping weight of 200 lbs — this is a substantial, permanent piece of outdoor kitchen infrastructure, not a weekend impulse purchase. If your outdoor kitchen deserves a griddle station that will still be performing at its best years from now, the Echelon Diamond delivers the material quality and thoughtful engineering to back that up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/8-inch stainless steel griddle surface for exceptional heat retention and even distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45,000 BTUs across 540 square inches (30\" W x 18\" D) of cooking surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo independently controlled zones via back-lit control knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot surface ignition — reliable, tool-free startup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e304 stainless steel exterior built for long-term outdoor exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-piece drip collector trough with dual removable collection troughs for easy cleanup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Echelon Diamond outdoor kitchen series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShares cut-out dimensions with the E660i grill for seamless kitchen integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvertible to portable configuration with optional Cart Grill Base (Model 660-SC24, sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional protective vinyl covers available for built-in and portable versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas Griddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-In\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\u003eNumber Of Main Burners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrilling Surface Btus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45,000 BTUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Grilling Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540 square inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooking Grid Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\" W x 18\" D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGriddle Surface Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\" stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGriddle Surface Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurner Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIgnition Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot Surface Ignition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo back-lit control knobs (two-zone cooking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Dimensions Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Dimensions Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Dimensions Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut Out Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31 1\/4\" W x 23 1\/2\" D x 12\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrip System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-piece drip collector trough with dual removable collection troughs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarton Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48\"L x 32½\"W x 24\"H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEchelon Diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Fire Magic","offers":[{"title":"Natural Gas","offer_id":45054126915792,"sku":"E660I-1T4N","price":4941.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Propane","offer_id":45054126948560,"sku":"E660I-1T4P","price":4941.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/3999\/5088\/files\/E660I-1T4_01.jpg?v=1782713561","url":"https:\/\/www.shopsandersgas.com\/products\/fire-magic-echelon-diamond-built-in-griddle-540-sq-in-3-8-stainless-steel","provider":"Shop Sanders Gas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}