Recently, our Founder & Owner Jonathan Howie, sat down for an interview with esteemed BUILD Magazine! Click the link below to hear THE Fire Guy talk about ALL things Montana Fire Pits’ rise to the top of this industry, the current trends and future for outdoor fire, PLUS some of his own personal life lessons […]
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What is the Best Gas Fire Pit Burner? Choosing the best gas fire pit burner for your needs depends on a number of features. Shape, flame style, size, BTUs and more, should all be considered before ordering your burner. We believe that the best fire pit burner system is the Crossfire by Warming Trends. Almost
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Unboxing a 160,000 BTU Double Tree-Style Crossfire Burner So excited to unbox this beautiful Double Tree Crossfire burner from Warming Trends! This burner is brand new. You’ve seen that a Single Tree burner is perfect for pretty much any rectangular or linear applications. The Double Tree is a new configuration extending and adding additional jets
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Warming Trends Crossfire Burners – HPBexpo Montana Fire Pits had a great time at the Hearth Patio and Barbecue Expo in Nashville, Tennessee. The HPB Expo has everything related to the outdoor, hearth, patio, and barbecue industry – which of course, we are all about! One of the most exciting parts was getting to check
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Best Fire Pit Burner for Rectangular Gas Fire Pit If you’re looking to build your own fire pit, we suggest you build it around the size of the burner you want to use. A rectangular fire pit is often designed to reflect a classic fire style. That is why we recommend the H-Burner from
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Building A Warming Trends Crossfire Fire Pit You can feel the cool autumn wind hiding in the final warm breezes of summer. There is only one thought in your mind: It’s fire pit time! Building a fire pit is a remarkably fun endeavor that keeps on giving back. You have a vision of the look
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Warming Trends Fire Pit Breakdown You have been saving up for quite a while to finish building your backyard paradise. The furniture has been delivered and your deck is beautifully stained. Even your river stone walkway is finally done as it weaves through your grass to that… empty round sitting area. It is time to
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Warming Trends Dealers Warming Trends is a fire pit burner manufacturer located outside of Denver, Colorado. Their burners are known as the best in the industry, particularly their Crossfire Brass Burners. If you are looking for the right burner for your new fire pit, Warming Trends is sure to have it. You might say, “But
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Crossfire Burner Overview Whether the sun has just dipped behind the mountain on a warm summer day or you have just come down the hill after tearing up the slopes and snow still covers the ground, there is nothing quite like grabbing a cold one and hunkering down next to your fire pit under the
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Warming Trends Crossfire Burner is a well-known gas fire pit burner and enclosure manufacturer based out of the Denver area in Colorado. Over the years, Warming Trends has grown its notoriety immensely and is now known as the best in the industry. Their Crossfire Burner technology has been the calling card that has catapulted them
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Concrete/GFRC fire features WILL develop charring and non-structural cracking, aka hairline cracks. This is the nature of concrete and thus, not covered by warranty.
For the ultimate durability, consider a steel, aluminum, or ready to finish fire pit.
Nearly ALL concrete fire pits, whether sold by Montana Fire Pits or others, will eventually develop the same characteristics of browning/charring AND hairline cracks. The cracks can appear anywhere on the concrete shell, but are most prominent on the inside ledges nearest the fire. Visibility of the hairline cracks has been known to diminish when the unit is dry. The cracks will re-appear when any moisture is present. These characteristics can develop as soon as 20 minutes after lighting the fire.
Exceptions:
Shipping damage that has been properly photographed and documented by the receiver, as well as submitted to Montana Fire Pits within 3 days of delivery, OR ideally the shipment is refused, will be considered for a freight claim based on evidence provided by you, the customer or receiver.
If you wish to proceed with a concrete fire system, we’ll send you a document to sign which is your acknowledgement that the warranty does not cover cracking, charring, or chipping.
We at Montana Fire Pits have a favorite when it comes to covers; introducing our very own hand-made Arbor Wood Covers. They elevate a fire system to new levels in regards to aesthetics, as well as functionality.
If you desire a soft cover, we recommend that you purchase your SOFT COVER after your fire pit is installed and your fire media is chosen.
Steel
Aluminum
Arbor Wood
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Your local gas professional (plumber, HVAC, propane supplier, etc…) needs to know these requirements
Your local gas professional (plumber, HVAC, propane supplier, etc…) needs to know these requirements
There are various pros/cons of Liquid Propane (LP) and Natural Gas (NG). The difference between LP and NG Warming Trends burners are the “jets”. If, down the road, you need to convert from LP to NG or vice-versa, you can do so by purchasing replacement jets from us at $25 each.
Propane – pros
Propane – cons
Natural Gas – Pros
Natural Gas – Cons
Even though the standard key valve inlet is 3/4″, you may need a larger gas line to span long distances.
In order to get the proper volume and pressure of fuel, you need a gas line that is large enough in diameter to carry it sufficiently. For the most accurate assessment, consult a fuel professional. For a rough estimate, utilize our gas line sizing charts below.
*Make sure the BTUs from your line can supply at least 60-70% of what the burner is rated at. (At 60% capacity, your flame height may be more like 18″ high vs. 24″+ at full capacity.)
Gas line sizing variables
You can have great gas pressure, but if your line is too small, you may not get the desired flame. Think about it like filling up a swimming pool. If you reduce the nozzle size significantly, you may have a ton of pressure, but it’s going to take longer to fill up the pool. You need both pressure and volume to get a great flame. This is why the size of the gas line is so important.
Now that you understand the importance of volume (BTUs), let’s talk pressure.
Optimal Pressure for Crossfire burners:
Water Column is the term used to measure pressure. There are 27.7 inches of water column pressure in 1 PSI of pressure. So 7″wc is about 1/4 PSI. This is the normal pressure that household natural gas is delivered.
The device used to measure pressure of this type is called a Manometer
Pressure too High? You may experience unwanted noise, usually a hissing sound. You might also find it difficult to dial in the desired flame height using the key valve.
Pressure too Low? The flame will not be as tall and hot
Location of Gas Stub
You DO NOT need an air mixer with any of our burners. Air is mixed at each jet.
LP Regulators
NG Regulators
Standard 20lb Tank
40lb Tank
High Volume Tanks
Hiding the Tank
Gas Consumption
Compliance with the following standards:
Massachusetts
Effective May 5, 2021 over 100 Warming Trends CROSSFIRE burners will be approved for use in Massachusetts.
All gas products approved for use can be found on the Massachusetts Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) website: Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR). To confirm the approval of a product, simply:
Click “Find Products” and see the listing of accepted products.
Canadian Customers
Most metropolitan areas in Canada will require an automatic shutoff for fire pits over 65K BTUs in order to get a permit or certification.
*A burner plate or pan is required for use of any ignition system other than match lit.
The main purpose of the plate or pan is to hold in the media (lava rock, glass, etc). It also acts like the hood of a car, in that it can be lifted up and out in order to access the gas line or key valve underneath. The plate/pan makes installation easier as well.
What’s it made of?
Is a plate/pan ALWAYS necessary?
Plate (No Sidewalls)
Pans (2″ or 3″ Sidewalls. 2″ is Standard.)
Drop-In Pans (2″ or 3″ Sidewalls + 1″-2″ Lip)
Does the plate attach to the burner?
There are many methods to mount a plate/pan inside your fire feature. We’re just going to tell you our favorite way to do things because… well, it has worked well so far! With that being said, these methods may not work in all situations, so put your problem-solving hat on and get creative.
*Complete & RTF Systems: you won’t need to worry about plate/pan mounting; they’re designed for simplicity
Mounting the Plate/Pan
Plate/Pan Depth
If your fire feature is already built and you can’t use a standard sized plate, you have a few options:
Cut your plate to size on-site
Make your plate bigger
Order a Custom Size
*TIP: Give yourself about 1/2″ of space around the plate so that it’s easy to insert into the fire feature opening
(Recommended)
Enables easy flame height adjustment as well as the ability to turn the gas on or off. All flex lines are stainless steel and whistle free.
FK1
FK2
Recommended Ventilation
Installation: Comes pre-installed to the plate/pan unless ordered a la carte. This allows for a hassle-free setup. Electrical required.
The Platinum Automatic Ignition System delivers superior quality, performance, and value. Expertly engineered, this innovative ignition has been designed and built to be the safest and most dependable way to light fire in both residential and commercial spaces.
Installation: Comes pre-installed to the plate/pan unless ordered a la carte. This allows for a hassle-free setup. Powered by (2) AA batteries.
Mercury Ignition Spark Igniter with Internal Safety Shutoff + 3 FT Pilot for use up to 240K BTU
Watch how the Mercury works…
Installation: hole for the spark rod is pre-drilled in the plate/pan unless ordered a la cart.
Push Button Ignition Kit + Mounting Bracket
Dimensions of bracket:
*This unit carries no warranty. Please be aware that this system requires a very precise placement of the spark rod in relation to the burner jet. Any movement or blockage of the spark will restrict the ignition from working properly. In these cases a conventional lighter can be used to ignite your fire.
Push Button Battery Operated Control Module + Spark Igniter Rod and Wire
*This unit carries no warranty. Please be aware that this system requires a very precise placement of the spark rod in relation to the burner jet. Any movement or blockage of the spark will restrict the ignition from working properly. In these cases a conventional lighter can be used to ignite your fire.
Prices for our products will increase about 3% starting on February 1st. As always, with Montana Fire Pits you’ll enjoy:
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Venture/Arbor Series (Steel/wood):
Gather Series (Concrete):
Transit time not included. Expect 1-2 weeks for the shipment to arrive.
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