The Metaal Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Coal Maker

The engine room of a perfect braai.

A great braai starts with a consistent, high-heat coal bed. The Metaal Coal Maker is an over-engineered powerhouse designed to sit at the heart of your fireplace, efficiently converting hardwood into a steady supply of glowing embers while protecting your brickwork from thermal stress.

While many baskets on the market use thinner materials that warp under intense heat, we build the Metaal version for a lifetime of service. By utilising 4.5mm 3CR12 plate and 12mm SS304 solid bars, we’ve created a coal engine that remains structurally perfect, season after season.

Engineering Excellence:

  • Industrial-Grade Stainless Steel: Crafted with 3CR12 sides and from high-grade 304 Stainless Steel bars, offering maximum corrosion resistance and food-safe performance.

  • Unrivalled Strength: Built with heavy-duty 4.5mm side plates and 12mm solid round bars—engineered to withstand the weight and intense heat of heavy kameeldoring or sekelbos logs without bending.

  • Fireplace Protection: The solid 4.5mm backplate acts as a heat shield, redirecting energy forward into the logs and away from your fireplace walls to prevent cracking.

  • Optimised Combustion: Precision-spaced 12mm bars ensure the perfect balance of airflow for a clean burn, while allowing ready-to-use coals to drop through effortlessly.

Technical Specs:

  • Construction: 4.5mm 3CR12 Stainless Steel (Sides & Back)

  • Coal Bed: 12mm Grade 304 Stainless Steel Solid Rods

  • Finish: Industrial  Stainless Steel

  • Origin: Proudly designed and manufactured in South Africa

Ditch the flimsy wire baskets. Upgrade to a coal maker that matches the calibre of your craftsmanship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Stainless Steel Coal Maker more durable than regular coal baskets?
The Stainless Steel Coal Maker is built with heavy-duty 4.5mm 3CR12 stainless steel sides and 12mm solid grade 304 stainless steel bars, making it highly resistant to warping and corrosion for long-lasting performance.
Can the Stainless Steel Coal Maker handle heavy hardwood logs without warping?
Yes, the Stainless Steel Coal Maker is engineered to withstand heavy hardwood logs like kameeldoring or sekelbos without bending, thanks to its over-engineered construction with robust materials.
How does the design of the Stainless Steel Coal Maker contribute to better combustion and heat distribution?
Its precision-spaced 12mm bars optimize airflow and combustion, ensuring a clean, consistent burn while allowing easy drop-through of ready-to-use coals, enhancing heat efficiency.