That is why smaller smokers must have a safety feature called a “baffle” built into it to prevent this kind of scenario. Most often a baffle is some type of a perforated metal plate that physically separates the fire pit from the smoking chamber.
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FAQ
What do baffles do in a smoker?
What is the purpose of baffle plates?
What is a baffle tray?
What is the baffle plate in the tank?
Can you use a baffle plate on a BBQ?
If you haven’t been using baffle plates, you’re missing out on some great BBQ experiences. Use an offset smoker with a firebox and add a steel baffle plate to get extra juicy and flavorful meats. All the smoke from your firebox will flow into the cooking chamber, so you can smoke the meat indirectly and make the most of your flavored woods.
Do offset smokers need baffle plates?
Baffle plates are a highly recommended accessory for offset smokers. If you want to be a true smoker, invest in a quality offset smoker and baffle plate! Of course, it depends on what type of smoker you own, but you can get the Oklahoma Joe’s Longhorn smoker which already comes with a baffle plate!
How do baffle plates work?
The baffle plates will distribute the heat from the cooker evenly across the smoker because they are designed with a series of different shaped drilled holes through which the heat circulates. Plates direct the heat away from one side of your smoker chamber, which allows you to smoke low and slowly, giving your meat that intense smoky flavor.
Why do smokers use reverse flow baffle plates?
The hottest part of the smoker is near the firebox. To minimize the uneven cooking and burning of food, smokers fix the problem with baffle plates, with the help of reverse flow. Baffle plates work well because of reverse flow technology, which means that the heat in the smoker is used twice. What does reverse flow from baffle plates do?