A-MAZE-N AMNPS Maze Pellet Smoker, Hot or Cold Smoking, 5 x 8 Inch review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | A-MAZE-N |
| Power Source | Corded Electric, Propane, Charcoal |
| Color | Silver |
| Item Weight | 0.9 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5 x 8 x 1.5 inches |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
product features
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- FULL SMOKE - Get a full-bodied smoke for up to 12 hours using a-maze-n pellets. Smoke time will vary depending on what chips or pellets you are using
- PERFECT FOR ANYTHING – Great for use on salt, cheese, poultry, fish, pork & steak. Add a mouthwatering smoky flavor to anything you can fit in your smoker
- RUST FREE – Stainless steel construction prevents corrosion to preserve the life of your pellet smoker
- ONLY 12.6 OZ - The lightweight design makes A-MAZE-N Pellet Smoker easily transportable from the grill to the campsite
- CONVENIENT SIZE - 5" l x 8" w size makes it easy to use with almost any grill
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From the manufacturer
Perfect for Camping
Designed to add smoke flavor in any grill or smoker, A-MAZE-N smokin products are designed for hot smoking or cold smoking. The compact size makes the A-MAZE-N pellet smokers easy to transport from your grill at home to the campsite, tailgate event, or any BBQ party.
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Stainless steel construction is corrosion resistant!A-MAZE-N products are durable and will not rust. Not to mention you don't need to drill any holes or plug in any cords. | Use for a hot or cold smoke!Cold smoke meat, fish, cheese, nuts, and more. OR hot smoke your favorite foods. | Easy to use and clean!Small, light and portable. Perfect for all occasions from backyard parties to camping. |
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product description
A-MAZE-N smokers(amns) are light weight, durable and portable smoke generators, that produce great quality smoke for cold and hot smoking. They are versatile enough to be used in just about any smoker or a grill. The original A-MAZE-N smokers were designed to burn sawdust for cold smoking, but customers quickly found them useful at higher temps. The "new" A-MAZE-N pellet-smoker(amnps) is also a light weight, durable and portable smoke generator, but it's designed to burn pellets or sawdust. The new pellet smoker will produce smoke during cold smoking and hot smoking, tested up to 275°! Designed to supplement smoke in an electric smoker, but can be used in just about any smoker or grill.
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Questions about A-MAZE-N AMNPS Maze Pellet Smoker, Hot or Cold Smoking, 5 x 8 Inch
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will this fit the masterbuilt sportsman elite 40", i know it has to be near the heat element.. Thanks
Answer: It should work fine. It doesn't need to be near the heating element. Once the pellets are lit, you can set it anywhere under your food. Not directly under, or drippings could kill the smoldering pellets.
Answer: Yes it will
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will this wk with a propane smoker
Answer: I used it on a propane grill. It had two burners, and I sat the shoulder on one side with that burner off, and turned the other burner on with the pellet smoker and a bowl of apple juice over it and kept the flame really (I mean REALLY) low. The science doesn't change. That smoker will put off plenty of smoke once it gets going, keep your heat around 220 (and that's a little harder to do on propane, but doable), and keep it humid in there. The shoulder I made turned out better than most restaurants'.
Answer: Yes, just keep the temperature below 250. I've noticed if the smoker gets over 250 you will start to see all of the pellets smoldering at one.
Answer: Yes, it will work with a propane smoker, you just have to keep the temp low to keep from buring up your pellets too fast.
Answer: I use it in my Masterbuilt propane smoker
Answer: This works with any kind of smoker. The heat source is not the smoker, it it filled with your choice of wood pellets and then lit. It will produce all the smoke you need. I personally have side box on my electric "fridge smoker". I smoke everything from cheese to pork ribs to salmon. It works great.
Answer: I can't think of any reason why it would not, using it in electric it gives about 10 hours of smoke. Should be no different.
Answer: Yes it will. You will want to set it off to the side and not directly on or above the heat.
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how would this work in a reverse smoker?You know the one with the firebox hanging on the side?e
Answer: Well, first off, it would only work for cold smoking in that setup. It will not work in a charcoal / wood environment due to oxygen restraints. For cold smoking, you could place it in the firebox and see how the air flows. If you're getting smoke out of the stack, then it will work. If not, it may be necessary to put it on or below the bottom grate. A decent supply of O2 is key in getting good results from this contraption. Hope this helps.
Answer: SmokingMeatForums is the website the inventor blogs at.Im sure the website will have all the answers you ever wanted to know about the amazen smoker,and smoking in general,huge site.
Answer: Tim;
Answer: It should do fine as long as the temp stays below 250.
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Can this be used in a propane gas grill?? If so, does it need to be over the flame or away from it??
Answer: First, this will not work at higher altitudes. I'm at 7,100 + feet and it won't stay lit. Todd, the inventor confirmed this to me and sent me a tube which works fairly well in my smoker. However, neither one works well over a flame. Both burn too fast and produces poor smelling smoke if used over a flame. It's designed to be lit and once it produces smoke, you stick it in the bottom of a smoker to smolder or off to the side in a grill. Unfortunately I've had zero work on my grill
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Answer: I use it in my propane smoker. It needs to be away from the flame. The pellets only smolder. If they catch fire, they will burn out very quickly. I put it on the bottom rack.
Answer: Can be used on propane grill, but should be located away from direct flame so that once ignited, the pellets will slowly smolder and over the cooking cycle, your food will be smoked.
Answer: Yes, keep it away from direct flame, let it burn on it's own. Follow the instructions that come with it (will want to get this going before turning the burners on)
Answer: Yes and away from the flame or it will burn faster.
Answer: Yes and away from the flame
Answer: I've used it right over the burner on my CampChef, no problems, just fill it, set it over the burner and light'er up.
Answer: Dan : have you tried microwaving your pellets to remove any retained moisture?? I put my pellets on a microwave safe plate. Cook them for 3 minutes cool and then load my smoke generator. Has worked quite well for me.
Q:
Where is it made / manufactured?
Answer: In a factory on Earth by human beings. No need to worry whether this was imported from Mars, or even Quixalone.
Answer: USA
Q:
Does this come with a instruction manual. My neighbor got one and he got a book and recipes with it.
Answer: Yes, recipes in back
Q:
What is the product’s height? I see length and width are 8” by 5”, but I need to know how tall it is. Thanks.
Answer: It's about an inch and a half tall. It's out in the smoker and it's about 10:00 pm. I can go look tomorrow, but I feel confident that it's about 1 1/2" tall.
Answer: If you read the product details it says it is 1.5”. HOWEVER, that is the wire mesh tray portion of it. There is a 1/2” structural base making total height 2”. If you look very closely at the pix you can see it.
Answer: I believe that it is close to 2 inches high
Answer: 2 1/2 inches
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How to use a-maze-n pellets in electric smoker
Answer: Simply set your smoker temperature without adding wood chips. Put the desired amount of pellets in the maze and light them as per instructions and place it in the smoker. The maze makes the smoke while your smoker makes the heat.
Answer: Can use it without the heat to cold smoke things like cheese, or keep it far enough away from the heating elements so it doesn't burn all the pellets at once.
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Can I let drippings fall on pellets?
Answer: You really need to keep drippings off of the pellets. This will cause the fire to flare and jump over to the next aisle. This will really increase heat and decrease smoke time for your device.
Answer: A couple of drops of drippings probably wouldn't hurt, but a constant stream of drippings would eventually make the pellets / chips flame out. Keep the pellet smoker covered, IMO...
Answer: Not 100% sure, but I would have to say NO!
Answer: Sorry can't say for sure. I kept mine either on the grate or on the small grate above. I tried to avoid drippings on the pellets.
Answer: No, it will ruin your pellets.
Answer: On a cold smoke there should be little to nothing in the way of drippings.
Answer: Drippings is fat which could flare up not advisable
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Why is there an option to have this assembled ("Expert Assembly") for $119.65? isn't it just one piece?
Answer: There is no assembly required. I have the 12" tube for shorter smokes and the 5 x 8 basket foe longer ones. I have never seen "expert assembly" offered for this peoduct. I have no idea who this vendor is, but I would be looking for a different seller.
Answer: You're right, it's just a one piece item. Absolutely no assembly required.
Answer: I have no idea. It is one piece though. Ready to use
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Does this come with a butane torch without the butane?
Answer: You get only what you see on picture no butane torch
Answer: No this does not come a torch. You can pick up a torch pretty easily.
Answer: Negatory space cadet. It's just the wire mesh cage. You supply the fuel (wood pellets or chips) and the apparatus to get it lit. I personally use a propane or map gas torch from hardware store to get it kicking off. This one burns much longer than the straight varieties I've tried. The beauty of this one is you can cold smoke something under a common bbq grill top, just using it for it's containment.
Answer: No. And from my experience, it really doesn't work very well. I had to relight it about every 15 to 20 minutes.
Answer: No.
Answer: Without
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Does anyone use this in masterbuilt electric smokers? if so, details please?
Answer: I use it in mine. I had some trouble at first, but found if you microwave the pellets for about 2 minutes beforehand, it works wonders. Make sure the tray is not above the drip pan, and not directly under the meat. Follow lighting instructions, and you should be good to go.
Answer: Yes I do for cold smoking only, Works great!
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how can this light for cold smoking?
Answer: I don't really understand your question. I used it for fish cold smoking. I use 2 of these for what I do, they work perfectly. In order to do cold smoking you need know how to prepare the meat other ways you may get very sick. Very dangerous. OK
Answer: As you would for any smoking application. Per the instructions, add as many of your favorite pellets as you need beginning at one if doing a partial fill. With a torch, light one end, let it burn really good for ten minutes, blow out the flame, then carefully place it smoldering into your smoker or grill with your cold smoke items. That's it. Check occasionally to ensure proper combustion.
Answer: To cold smoke, simply light this unit and do not ignite any other fuel/heat source. This unit gives off little heat and a lot of smoke, thus cold smoke.
Answer: The same way you light it for regular smoking. I use a propane torch to light the one side.
Answer: Fill it with pellets and light it with a propane torch
Answer: Mary you need a kitchen blow torch, fill the tray and light for 45-60 seconds
Answer: I've used this several times, and don't think it puts out much heat. But, it does burn the pellets, so I'm sure it puts out some heat. I would suggest a test by putting the lit maze in your smoker with no other heat source to determine feasibility.
Answer: Use a butane lighter or torch at the opening on one end.
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Does this produce thin blue smoke?
Answer: Not really blue smoke. Works great. Using pellets with Weber gas grill over one burner on high makes the wood smoke just from heat and no direct fire. Gets to 285 to 300 degrees indrirect heat.
Answer: Yes this produces a very nice thin smoke. Heavy at first, when you light it but it thins out very fast.
Answer: No
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What is the material Of the basket - is it stainless?
Answer: It is stainless
Answer: It looks like stainless steel.
Answer: Yes, it is stainless. Works great.
Answer: Stainless steel
Answer: Stainless steel
Answer: I don't know, but it works great and is very durable!
Answer: Yes
Q:
will wood chips work in this smoker
Answer: Chips won't work here, this is designed for pellets or dust. They "carry" a coal like a burning cigarette to provide thin blue smoke for 11-12 hours.
Answer: I tried wood chips, did not work. Even tried ixing in a few with pellets, wood did not work.
Answer: Although I've never tried them personally, wood chips are not recommended. Only dust or pellets. Ignited wood chips would probably jump the dividers too easily. Plus, due to their mass, you would probably not get significant smoke times.
Answer: I have never tried, I only use pellets. But I want to tell you that this is a super product and its the way to go if you want to smoke meat all night in an electric smoker while you sleep. I get about 10 hours of smoke out of it. Chips MIGHT work but it was designed for pellets. Enjoy!
Answer: I only use pellets in mine, I can get them cheaper than wood chips anyway.
Answer: I have not tried but the pellets work amazingly well and I can keep so many flavors on hand.
Answer: I would not recommend chips. The chips would catch fire and that would not taste good.
Answer: I don't know why they would not but so far I have had great results with the pellets.
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Can I put this inside an electric smoker? I assume it would go on the bottom rack?
Answer: Yes, it can go inside an electric smoker. Keep in mind, it’s for cold smoking and shouldn’t be directly underneath the food. Also, each “row” of pellets in the “maze” is good for about two hours of smoke. Have fun!
Answer: You can put it in any rack. If it is below the meat just make sure it can not be dripped on, or it will dampen your pellets and they may go out. Works great in an electric smoker. It will smoke as long as you need to do most meats.
Answer: I use mine in an electric smoker. I place it on a double layer of crinkled up aluminum foil on the bottom, next to the heating element.
Answer: I don't see why it wouldn't work. The heat generated from the smoker is very small. Just not sure why you would want to use it in a smoker. That being said, I have had a lot of success with the smoker.
Answer: Yes. It works great in any grill. Also good for cd smoking cheeses
Answer: Sure can
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Is this delivered with a sample bag of pellets? If so, what kind and how much?
Answer: No. You will need to buy your own pellets.
Answer: Mine did...2lbs. red oak pellets, but I bought my unit straight from the manufacturer. Google it.
Answer: Mine did not - ordered December 2013
Answer: To best answer you question.... contact the manufacturer... I don't know what the standard procedure is now.. http://www.amazenproducts.com/ .... Sorry I couldn't be of more help.....
Answer: I did not get any with mine.
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how do you control temperature?
Answer: There is no temperature to control it is a cold smoker you lite it let it burn for a few minutes then blow it out it then just smolders and smokes like heck
Answer: Whatever heat this smoker generates, which is not much, comes from the smoldering wood pellets. I had a hard time keeping it lit; more draft might help that, and I suppose that temperature could also be controlled by draft adjustments. Note: I did not have the main burner on, I was cold smoking salmon.
Answer: You don't control the overall temp through the smoker box, but rather through your smoker itself...by ventilation, etc. This product just allows you to slowly burn the pellets for smoke...which it is very good at doing! It won't cook your food!
Answer: Pellet smoker puts out very little heat it generates smoke. You will need another heat source to cook meet.
Answer: You don't! These are strictly for smoke and it's flavoring capabilities.
Answer: this product never stayed lit for me no mater how many times I tried. I do not recommend this product
Answer: This would be used in a gas or electric smoker. You control the temp with the thermostat on your smoker. This pellet tray is for smoke only.
Answer: You don't.
Answer: This is only used for smoke generation. You will have to use your grill/smoker to control heat.
Answer: You can’t control the temp with this but it won’t generate a lot of heat. Use it in a large space or you can put a container of ice close to keep things cooler.
Q:
How would this work on my Masterbuilt 40 inch smoker and where would you position it in the smoker
Answer: I have used mine in a Masterbuilt 40” smoker.
Answer: We have used this in an electric smoker and a pellet smoker. In the electric, we put it on the bottom. In the pellet smoker (Camp Chef), we put it to one side. Since the smoker lid is closed, the smoke moves throughout the smoker. We have one of the smoke tubes as well. It stays lit better. With this one, make sure you torch the pellets really well. You may have to relight them, so don't assume the pellets will stay lit.
Answer: Works great I put mine as close to the bottom as I can but I have just put it on the bottom rack numerous times
Answer: It'll work anywhere. Put it where you want. Simple as that.
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Can you use any kind of pellet, or does it need to be their brand?
Answer: I am trying to make Gyulai (Hungarian) kolbasz and that is cold smoked. So, I wanted a pellet that will give me a mild tasting smoke. I came across one called 'Grillers gold' which is a mix of maple, cherry and apple. Produces a wonderfully mild smoke. The trick is starting the smoking. I have a butane torch and I bury the hot end in the pellets. Once 2 or 3 pellets have been lit and smoldering I blow at is a few times and put it back in the smoker. One cup of pellets is good for nearly six hours. Makes wonderful tasting smoked jack cheese, but it melts some. No matter, the taste is great.
Answer: Use any type of wood/pellets/dust, it will do the job. Experiment with it to see the type of burn you want.
Answer: You can use any kind.
Q:
What do you do if you only want smoke for 2 hours
Answer: Just put in a small amount of pellets. There's no need to fill it full. One leg usually gets me 3 hours, so 2/3 of a leg should be about perfect.
Answer: The length of smoke depends on how full the smoker is. To smoke for 2 hours you would only fill one "lane" of the smoker for example. Once the pellets are burned up the smoke stops. I've done this with hardboiled eggs and cheese and they turned out great.
Answer: Start the pellets at one opening on fire and once started blow them out and let them smoulder ( smoke ) until pellets are consumed. I get at least two hours of smoke from a full tray of pellets. They will not work it placed over fire or where food juices will drip on the pellets.
Answer: Multiple options...only fill 1 to 2 rows, or a handful or two of pellets are inexpensive you could take it out of your grill / smoker and set aside letting it burn the rest of the way out, or you could try lighting it in more places (both ends and maybe in the middle) with your shop torch or some combination of above. Anyway, I hope that answers your question.
Answer: I would use less pellets - maybe just less than half of one of the channels. You will have to experiment with how many pellets you need. Another solution would be to remove the food from your smoker after two hours.
Answer: Fill the smoker down one side Or one and halfway and then light both ends for extra smoke.
Answer: You don’t have to fill the maze up all the way. But if you do you can still pull it out and separate the hot part from the unburnt and reuse. But really at the cost of pellets I would not worry about a little waste.
Answer: Don’t fill it all the way
Q:
what country is this made in?
Answer: USA
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Can sawdust be used with it? Or are the holes too large?
Answer: The holes are small but sawdust would filter through, maybe put the sawdust on top of the pellets?
Answer: I guess you could put sawdust in it. you may lose some through the holes but I believe it would hold a majority of the dust. However I would think that the saw dust might burn a lot quicker than the pellets it is intended to use. Just my thought.
Answer: I would think the holes would be to large, not to mention the burn rate would be significantly faster. The holes are about the diameter of a wooden meat skewer.
Answer: I would think that the holles are too large. Works great with the pellets .
Answer: Though I have never personally used sawdust with the maze product there are youtube videos where some with what appeared to be positive results. Personally I just order the smaller portion bags, and by the way the cherry pellet make a very nice smoke ring.
Answer: I have not tried sawdust, if it’s not too fine I think it could work. I would pack it in
Answer: I wouldn't use sawdust with it, personally. Not sure what would be the point. It's for pellets to smoke meat. Hard to imagine sawdust would add much flavor. Just my opinion, though -- no idea what use you are contemplating.
Answer: Per manufacturer, and experience, sawdust can work just fine.
Answer: The instruction manual says "The 5x8 maze can use pellets or dust. The 6x6 maze can use dust only."
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Will this work with green apple twigs/small branches?
Answer: No, this works best with pellets. I have used sawdust, but pellets work better. ...and if you are at a higher altitude, you will want the tube instead!
Answer: I don't see why not, as long as it fits into the tray.
Answer: For a uniform smoking output you should use pellets.
Answer: I would assume it will hold anything that burns. It's merely a vessel.
Q:
I like to Grill & Smoke My Ribs, or Steak, Burgers, Pork, Turkey, or other? It says in the Descrip up to 275 Degrees??? I grill/smoke far higher
Answer: The Amaz-n smoker is designed to supply smoke for a long period of time, not for supplying heat (or very little heat). Use it to supply smoke for two to four hours, then crank up the heat. Ribs do best at 225 degrees for 6 or 8 hours so it's perfect for them. I use two of the pellet smokers and light both ends on both boxes.
Answer: This unit is designed for "low and slow" cooking. If you place it on a grill that's going to climb above 300 degrees all of the pellets will promptly burst into flames.
Answer: at above 275 the wood pellets or sawdust would combust and not give you the smoke time
Answer: I would not recommend this for that type of smoking. It's designed for a cold smoke rather than a hot smoke. Flavor, not cooking.
Answer: Not to good for high heat I believed
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Can you use it on a propane grill?
Answer: Yes just don't turn your propane grill on. I use it in my pellet smoker so I don't create heat. Your propane box will just hold the smoke in.
Answer: Absolutely, that's where it shines. It turns a propane grill into a quasi-smoker.
Answer: Only as a cold smoker with the grill off. The grill box holds the smoke and it does an OK job for smoking "light" items like cheese, nuts, or thin fish. I tried this with the grill on as supplemental smoke, but the grill flame sucked too much oxygen to keep this lit.
Answer: You would not cook and smoke at the same time with this item. This will work in any enclosure like a covered BBQ or a brinkmann or other tall smoker. You light the smoker pellets with a propane torch where the hole is, close up your BBQ and let it go.
Answer: definitely
Answer: Yes but not near the flame.
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Can i smoke and fully cook(ready to eat) pork shoulders or ribs with this product alone in a charcoal grill?
Answer: Yes you would have to get some heat for the cooking portion. I generally smoke first arround 180 deg. Then after a 2-3 hour smoke, remove the smoker and increase heat to finish cooking.
Answer: I don't get a lot of heat, just smoke. I add charcoal to a kettle grill to smoke salmon at ~ 170F.
Answer: This product produces a slow smoke, not enough heat to cook. Usually used in electric or gas grills or smokers.
Answer: This does not produce enough heat to cook; it only produces smoke. You still need a heat source for cooking.
Answer: No! This is a great means of producing smoke for flavor but not for cooking.
Answer: Hi, you can definitely smoke. However, the unit is not designed to cook as a stand alone.
Answer: No bud. This is a cold smoker only. You can use it to smoke cheese and such but there is little or no heat with this. Hope that helps.
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Do you ship to Australia?
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how do you control temperature?
Answer: There is no temperature to control it is a cold smoker you lite it let it burn for a few minutes then blow it out it then just smolders and smokes like heck
Answer: Whatever heat this smoker generates, which is not much, comes from the smoldering wood pellets. I had a hard time keeping it lit; more draft might help that, and I suppose that temperature could also be controlled by draft adjustments. Note: I did not have the main burner on, I was cold smoking salmon.
Answer: You don't control the overall temp through the smoker box, but rather through your smoker itself...by ventilation, etc. This product just allows you to slowly burn the pellets for smoke...which it is very good at doing! It won't cook your food!
Answer: Pellet smoker puts out very little heat it generates smoke. You will need another heat source to cook meet.
Answer: You don't! These are strictly for smoke and it's flavoring capabilities.
Answer: this product never stayed lit for me no mater how many times I tried. I do not recommend this product
Answer: This would be used in a gas or electric smoker. You control the temp with the thermostat on your smoker. This pellet tray is for smoke only.
Answer: You don't.
Answer: This is only used for smoke generation. You will have to use your grill/smoker to control heat.
Answer: You can’t control the temp with this but it won’t generate a lot of heat. Use it in a large space or you can put a container of ice close to keep things cooler.
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I'm curious as to what 'binders' (chemicals), if any, are used to keep the pellets together during forming. Any mention on the box?
Answer: This is the metal smoker only, pellets purchased separately. No binders that I am aware of, the wood is chipped and compressed to form the pellets. You can search online for wood pellet maker and see videos of them creating pellets.
Answer: No, but if they get wet, they dissolve into sawdust.
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What size are the holes in the sheet metal, can I use wood dust instead of pellets?
Answer: My husband says they make a special holder made of mesh for wood dust. The holes are approx 3/32 maybe a little smaller.
Answer: You can use the wood dust or pellets. I crush the pellets up a little bit to get a better burn in my smoker, but either will work.
Answer: I own this. The dust falls through. Only use pellets.
Answer: Amaz n smoker sells one for the dust I believe. Mine is for the pellets and works great.
Answer: Wood dust would work fine.
Answer: No the dust would just fall through.
Answer: Would not recommend it
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Can this smoker be used in conjunction with a Weber gas grill?
Answer: Yes, the smoker can be used in a gas grill. It's all a matter of controlling the amount of heat you use to get the desired results. Since the smoke generator does not produce any substantial heat, you simply heat the grill as you normally would to cook the food and the smoke flavor is induced while it cooks.
Answer: Absolutely! just a word of advise, use a propane torch to light the pellets, keep the torch on the pellets for about 45 sec. Then let them burn for 10 min. You will get more smoke if you let them burn and develop a good ash. Also, best used at 275° or under witch is perfect for a shoulder or brisket. The pellets won't burn at higher temps.
Answer: If you watch the many U Tube videos there are some perfect examples of use on a barbeque. We happen to have a smoker and that is where we used it. Enjoy.
Answer: Yes sure. Friend uses it with their gas weber
Answer: I would say yes. You couldn't have the grill going at the same time but it should be an adequate shell to hold smoke in. I really like mine, too hot to cold smoke in my neck of the woods right now though.
Answer: It sure can. Wouldn't have it over the flame though. You could cold smoke in cardboard box with this smoker.
Answer: Sure, put it on one side, and just don't use the burner underneath it, and you might want to put foil underneath it as well to shield it from the heat of the other burners so it won't combust to fast. Also try to keep the heat below 225 degrees.
Answer: Absolutely
Answer: Sure, will work just fine.
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Does this need to be filled up the entire way every time? I'm not sure I will always need 12-15 hours but don't know if the tube will be big enough.
Answer: The smoker is designed to put out smoke for 18-20 hours. Filling just a third of the total available pathway will produce smoke for 6-8 hours. For smoking cheese a sixth of the path will provide 3 hours of smoke; ideal for cheese. For shorter time use less of the pathway.
Answer: Yes , you need to fill up all the chanell all the time. Dependind of the content of the humidity of the pellets it can last 8 -10 -12 hours of smoking. Amazeze-N-smoker is the best smoker I have and I had.
Answer: No, I have filled two rows and lit both ends for a 4 hour smoke or one row lit at one end for a 4 hour smoke. Each row lit at one end gives you approximately 4 hours.
Answer: No. Burn as much as you want. I filled mine, and then extinguished it, so I could use the remaining pellets next time.
Answer: No, it does not. Load what you need. I usually put in a little more than what I think I'll need and then just remove the unburned pellets when I'm done smoking.
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Why is it only rated to 250 degrees? What type of stainless?
Answer: It's not meant to be used in a direct flame. The slow burning nature of using pellets is what it is designed for. Have used in a grill that runs hotter then 250, but temps above 250 have always been indirect heat, which hasn't been a problem.
Q:
how do you use in a la caja china
Answer: Never used that type grill. A fair amount of air flow is needed to keep the smoke going.
Q:
Can I use other wood pellets designed for pellet smokers?
Answer: Yes, but make sure they are "food grade" pellets and not for a pellet stove... Fir, pine etc. are not good for smoking food... I chose to buy pellets from the manufacturer.. I know the gentleman that designed and sells this smoke generator... He takes utmost care in providing quality products.... If you contact him, he sells in bulk quantities also... I have heard of folks purchasing a ton of pellets for their generators from him....
Answer: Yes: I have used pellets in the maze-n Pellet Smoker which were designed for Heating Fireplaces, Pellets for Smokers, Pellets for heaters, etc. Also i have ulsed sawdust. Chips do not work well.
Answer: Yes. Only if they are made of hardwood. Note that most pellet stove pellets are made of a combination of different hard woods, so the taste might be slightly different than using a specific wood.
Answer: I use the Traeger pellets. I buy them at Costco when the kiosks are there. I put them in the oven at 200F for an hour to make sure they were dry since I keep them outside in a large "sealable" storage container.
Answer: Yes, I use the Traeger brand pellets in mine.
Answer: Yes
Q:
What is the best location in a masterbuilt 40?
Answer: I do not know your grill. When I smoke cheese (cold smoking) I keep it about 6 inches away. Smoking meat wherever it will fit.
Answer: I tried several times but could not keep the thing lit. It's junk in my opinion.
Q:
I have a Broil King Keg & was wondering, would put in the bottom with diffuser over it or set in diffuser closer to the food?
Answer: I would put it under any heat source. The purpose of this is to provide smoke, by slow burn/smoldering as you cook food. If you place it above the heat, it could ignite and burn rapidly, thereby not providing the desired smoke. I believe this question may have been addressed in some of the previous questions relative to other, similar, whatever color, Japanese style egg looking cookers. I know a lot of questions have been asked, but worth reading through them. Many are repetitive.
Answer: These put out a lot of smoke for a long time, I put mine on opposite side from my food on top of grate. I think you have to decide the best place according to the design of your grill, just so it is not over direct flame or where drippings will get on the pellets.
Q:
I have a cookshack smokette electric smoker. it is very tight and has no vents per se, just the small hole in the top. would this work in it?
Answer: Did a quick google search on your smoker, and you can certainly use this this product in it. I personally wouldn't recommend it because of improper ventilation. But, if you like you meat smokey, then go for it.
Answer: Should work. Recommend leaving the top off until you get the pellets started. Tried it on my gas grill with no ventilation and it worked.
Answer: No It would need vents to control air flow, or it will just go out.
Answer: It has to have air movement to stay lit, not sure if it would
Q:
Where do you put this in a pit boss grills 77435 vertical lp gas smoker. on one of the shelves of the smoker?
Answer: I put on the grilling grate opposite of the exhaust tube. It does a good job!
Answer: It was a Weber coal, placed horizontal away from the charcoal area
Q:
i have an 18.5" weber bullet, would this be a good size for it? or should i go with a different size?
Answer: This is a cold smoker. It does not function well in an oxygen deprived environment. You must also be sure that your pellets are dry and well lit. Although I have not used it in the bullet, I don't see why it would not work.
Answer: I personally would never buy it again. In my 30" smoker, i have to have my side chip loader open and my vent all the way open, just for it to stay smoldering. With that being said, it hard to maintain an accurate temperature. Needs alot of free flowing air. I gave it to a friend and said here, you use it or throw it. Hope that helped. Sorry.
Answer: Yes it will.
Q:
will this work on a traeger grill
Answer: Sorry for the delay. Yes, it will work with a treager grill. I have a Green Mountain and it works just fine. I've used it to cold smoke cheese. (But with my Green Mountain Grill I really don't need to add any more smoke to my meats or fish as the smoker works great by itself.
Answer: I had better luck with the tube smoker The one shown works better on electric smokers I've found
Answer: That's what I use it on just pick up an external thermometer to watch your Temps. Works great for cheese, that's all I have used it for.
Answer: It doesn't work very well for me in general, picky about pellets, and draft, and placement; burns for an hour or so then goes out.
Answer: You bet! This is a great product in my opinion. check out the link here. This is a great site with A LOT of fantastic support and ideas.
Q:
Would two smokers work a 4x4x8 smokehouse
Answer: I could never get it to stay lit, much less use it for smoking. No matter what type of pellets, chips or even sawdust, it would never burn for more than a few minutes before going out. I tried using a propane torch, small slivers of wood on the bottom, starting it in the middle, fro both ends at once... nothing worked. I gr up with woodstoves,fireplaces and campfires, its not like I don't know how to burn wood. If there is a trick to using this thing, I'd love to know it.
Answer: I use 2 just to smoke cheese in a 50 gal smoker, so I don't think it would be enough.
Answer: Think one would do the trick because the system is used to generate smoke not heat. One will have no problems generating enough smoke if vented correctly. The reason I got this produce was because I wanted to generate smoke below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. That temperature is ideal for smoking fish, cheese, and nuts. Things you want to have a smokey flavor but not cook.
Answer: I think they would, they put out a lot of smoke, if you're cold smoking, they don't put out much heat
Q:
/wgat size are the holes in the sheet metal, could it use wood dust or shredded chips to burn or would they fall through.
Answer: It is designed to use coarse sawdust, not wood chips. The holes are quite small...only enough to allow airflow to keep the sawdust smouldering.
Answer: There very small I'd say 1/16in holes. I didn't have great luck with it so I just use tinfoil and poke holes in it and place it on top of heat source. Works good!
Answer: I tried to use wood dust for a stove top smoker. It didn't fall through, but it didn't burn either.
Answer: i don't have an exact hole but pretty small. i think both sawdust and chips would stay in the tray.
Answer: mite use shredded chips .
Answer: Dust would filter through chips probably ok
Answer: I would say about 1/8"
Q:
I ordered the sawdust maze smoker by mistake. Can I use pellets in it or should I return it and order this one?
Answer: I have had NO luck with the pellet smoker, don't waste your money. Pellets will not stay lit no matter how many times I tried, and yes, I followed the instructions exactly.
Answer: It should work just fine!
Q:
When used in a propane gas grill, do you get a smoke ring ? And how is the smoke flavor? Thank you
Answer: I do more cold smoking ( the heat is off) on cheddar cheese than anything else. I use hickory for a good flavor. I have found the brand of pellets can make a difference in taste. I like the pellets that came with one of my A-MAZE-N pellet smoker the best so far.
Answer: Yes with the smoke ring and the smoke flavor is great!
Q:
Will this work at 4300 ft elevation? Is that too high?
Answer: The city where I live is at that elevation, and it works wonderfully
Q:
I have a 40" master built electric smoker. tips, cleanup and placement please?
Answer: I have a 30-inch Masterbuilt so I don't know about the 40 in. I set mine inside to the left of the wood chip box under the meat grills. I made a foil tent to keep the meat drippings from putting out the pellets. Make sure the pellets are well-lit and smoking for at least 10 minutes. There are some really good videos on YouTube to help you work with this tray. It works fine on my smoker
Answer: I tried and tried but I could never keep the pellets burning. I followed the instructions to the letter and they would go out in a few minutes after i put it in the smoker. I gave up. I have a masterbuilt also, and i do agree it needs to make more smoke. I thinks I will go back to the Bradley smoker.
Answer: Place at the bottom dump Ash out when done.
Q:
I am getting a cubic grizzly wood stove (they are tiny) and i will be burning pellets in it for heat. would this pellet tray work?
Answer: These pellets by themselves don't put off enough heat to cook with. You would most likely need another source of heat. These are mainly used to add smoke, and are marketed for 'cold smoking' as well.
Answer: I had trouble keeping it lite kept burning out. But there tubes works really well.
Product reviews of A-MAZE-N AMNPS Maze Pellet Smoker, Hot or Cold Smoking, 5 x 8 Inch
Jill : DOES NOT WORK!!
I bought this to put in my electric smoker. I have followed all the instructions and it simply won't stay lit due to lack of oxygen. The only way it would stay lit is if I left the door of my smoker cracked, but then the smoke and heat all escape out of the open door. So like I said...it just doesn't work.
Seth : WOW! just WOW!
This thing is the bees knees. Load it up spend about 2 minutes getting it burning and set it in the smoker and forget about it. Burns for hours has tons of smoke. I left the chip tray and opened my vent about halfway and I had a steady stream of blue smoke coming out of the smoker. The material of the item is good quality sturdy metal and the welds are strong. Seriously though using the right pellets this thing pours smoke.
Chris H : Just as advertised
I have a Masterbuilt electric smoker and it just doesn't produce enough smoke. It's inconsistent and you have to refill the chips every 45 minutes. I like the smoker but when doing a shoulder or brisket it's a lot of tending to. With the A-MAZE-N Pellet Smoker this is no longer a problem. The first time I used it, I only needed about 10 hours of smoke for my shoulder and after 10 hours it was still smoking. I would recommend this product to anyone, especially if you have an electric smoker. It's also great for cold smoking cheese, nuts etc.
Tom C. : Good, or bad???
Didn't know whether to give this thing 5 stars or 1 star...Puts out a lot of smoke...Zero smoke flavor in the meat...I have an MBE smoker...No flavor from the smoke...Bought a MBE slow/cold smoke addition...Still no smoke flavor...And now, this AMNPS...And still no smoke flavor...Even ran the AMNPS and the cold smoker at the same time...No smoke flavor in the meat...Anyone have any ideas??? So far tried these thing on chicken and Pork...
M. LeClair : Great addition for an electric smoker
I bought a Masterbuilt smoker that is designed for wood chips, and expressly says not to use pellets. This thing was recommended to me on a facebook bbq group. It is AWESOME. No loading chips every few hours with this. Just fill, light with torch of your choice, let it sit for 10 minutes and blow it out. Once you put it in the smoker it'll burn for upwards of 10-12 hours. I smoked a pork shoulder and did not have to add pellets or chips at all after putting this in. I've been told you can cold smoke things like cheese and spices with this too, since you don't need to use the heating element at the bottom of the smoker. I have yet to try it, but it's on this to-do list for summer 2021. This was money well spent.
Harry L-L : Not all that great
It just dosent work for me. Have tried it 6 times now, loading it differently every time and can't keep the pellets going. Have followed instructions, even used a starter stick. My tube smokers work much better and more consistent, I would rate them about a 3-4
dominick sciarretta : ... as much on other products that delivered half as good as this one
I've spent twice as much on other products that delivered half as good as this one. Such a simple tool, but very well made and very useful. You can turn anything into a smoker with this thing, and it's wonderful for cold smoking. I wish they made them in different sizes because I could use a smaller one to put into my actual smoker that I paid hundreds for, but doesn't produce smoke as thick as this.
Eric White : Skeptical, but pleasantly surprised!
Looking at the pics, and then the actual item once received, to say I was skeptical would be an understatement - I mean, look at it! It's just a weird metal rack thingy with holes in it, right? Well, to my delight and surprise, the thing works like a champ! In fact, it produces such prodigious smoke that I'll need to cut back a bit on the smoking time for my next batch of bacon! As others here have commented, it does run a tad warmer that I had hoped - my kamodo style grill maxed out at about 120F, so I moved to a larger, pellet grill with this on the far end from the bacon I was smoking, and I don't think the bacon ever got over 100F. All in all, a solid, easy, and inexpensive cold-smoking solution, thumbs up!
Mike : ... used this to smoke a meatloaf and it works great! Followed the instructions
I just used this to smoke a meatloaf and it works great!
Followed the instructions. ** Important - Make sure your pellets are dry, too much moisture and they will go out. Also let them burn the full 10 minutes before blowing out the flames. Do the full 10 minutes.
Followed the instructions. ** Important - Make sure your pellets are dry, too much moisture and they will go out. Also let them burn the full 10 minutes before blowing out the flames. Do the full 10 minutes.
JC : Masterbuilt Electric Smoker tip...
Update 8/15/17
Be careful when starting the pellets on fire. I was a little too careless this last weekend and caught the whole thing on fire. Man, the black smoke it produced and the temp jump up to 300f was not fun, but using silicone gloves, I took it out and sprayed it down with a hose to kill it. So be careful for how much smoke you really want :)
Update 8/11/17
So after removing the wood chip delivery tube and keeping the vent wide open on my Masterbuilt electric smoker, I was getting tons of smoke from the Amazen Pellet Smoker. I had lit both sides of it, but didn't need too, but may do so next time cause I love the smoke! Completely full and burning from both sides, it took about 6 hours to burn itself empty. I loaded it again and only started one side the next time, which produced enough smoke to satisfy me, and it ran for about 12 hours. Pork shoulder came out great! This system is so much better than wood chips and I highly recommend it.
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So my first attempt at using this didn't work that well. I followed the written instructions but even leaving my vent fully open, the pellets would die after about 20 minutes. Afterwards I googled and found that on Masterbuilt electric smokers you need to pull out the wood chip delivery tube in addition to opening the vent fully so that the pellets get enough air to smolder. I'll update my review after trying this tip.
Be careful when starting the pellets on fire. I was a little too careless this last weekend and caught the whole thing on fire. Man, the black smoke it produced and the temp jump up to 300f was not fun, but using silicone gloves, I took it out and sprayed it down with a hose to kill it. So be careful for how much smoke you really want :)
Update 8/11/17
So after removing the wood chip delivery tube and keeping the vent wide open on my Masterbuilt electric smoker, I was getting tons of smoke from the Amazen Pellet Smoker. I had lit both sides of it, but didn't need too, but may do so next time cause I love the smoke! Completely full and burning from both sides, it took about 6 hours to burn itself empty. I loaded it again and only started one side the next time, which produced enough smoke to satisfy me, and it ran for about 12 hours. Pork shoulder came out great! This system is so much better than wood chips and I highly recommend it.
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So my first attempt at using this didn't work that well. I followed the written instructions but even leaving my vent fully open, the pellets would die after about 20 minutes. Afterwards I googled and found that on Masterbuilt electric smokers you need to pull out the wood chip delivery tube in addition to opening the vent fully so that the pellets get enough air to smolder. I'll update my review after trying this tip.
richard bomgardner : So easy!
So simple!
Tip: if your pellets go out after only burning partway through, you pellets may just be to moist (probably collected humidity from the surroundings). try microwaving them for a few minutes before hand to dry them out.
If i cant get the pellets to sustain a flame for 10 minutes after i get them going with a torch, i know they are too moist.
Tip: if your pellets go out after only burning partway through, you pellets may just be to moist (probably collected humidity from the surroundings). try microwaving them for a few minutes before hand to dry them out.
If i cant get the pellets to sustain a flame for 10 minutes after i get them going with a torch, i know they are too moist.
Richard C. : Looks like I wasted my money on this pellet holder
Tried to light pellets several times and they would not stay lit. Lit them as per directions and they burned for a few minutes but went out and didn't produce any smoke. Pellets would not stay lit. I ended putting pellets in smoker tray of my electric smoker. Looks like I wasted my money on this pellet holder.
Justin : A great product, once you learn the quirks
I've been thoroughly satisfied with this. I've used it on my Charbroil infrared grill, but primarily in my 40" Masterbuilt Electric Smoker (MES). That is, I was happy once I learned the quirks.
On first use I was a bit upset because I could not keep the pellets lit to save my life - for 2 reasons, number one, I didn't know the tips and tricks (either pull out chip loader by 2", or fully, remove the chip tray, exhaust wide open), number 2, I was using Cherry pellets, which from what I've read are fairly notoriously hard to light in the first place. I learned these from the Smoking Meat forum site, and the creator of this maze is a member. Additionally, there are different tips for different brands of smokers.
Once I learned this, my pellets always stay lit, and I use A-Maze-n brand pellets, I've easily got 11 hours of smoke out of a brisket, and probably had enough time for at least another half hour before I hit target temperature.
On first use I was a bit upset because I could not keep the pellets lit to save my life - for 2 reasons, number one, I didn't know the tips and tricks (either pull out chip loader by 2", or fully, remove the chip tray, exhaust wide open), number 2, I was using Cherry pellets, which from what I've read are fairly notoriously hard to light in the first place. I learned these from the Smoking Meat forum site, and the creator of this maze is a member. Additionally, there are different tips for different brands of smokers.
Once I learned this, my pellets always stay lit, and I use A-Maze-n brand pellets, I've easily got 11 hours of smoke out of a brisket, and probably had enough time for at least another half hour before I hit target temperature.
Gregory Fiorentino : This item is....Amazing!
This item is....Amazing! I received this yesterday along with CookinPellets 40PM Perfect Mix Smoking Pellets. The smoker is so efficient with these pellets that I'll have to be giving some away to avoid having most of them as items in my will.
Instead of burning off the oil residue on the smoker as directed in the instructions, I ran the smoker through the dishwasher; reasoning that this method would more completely remove the oil.
I set the smoker up on the grate of my Weber gas grill. I lit it with a butane kitchen torch, which worked perfectly. I only filled up half a trench, which produced a lovely fragrant smoke for about 3 hours. Despite all the cautions in reviews about having adequate ventilation, the smoker worked fine with just the few openings on the grill lid.
Kudos to the manufacturer of this product. Despite its simplicity, it works way better than the complicated and inefficient biscuit delivery system on my Bradley smoker. I will be modding the Bradley to use this as the smoke generator in the future.
Instead of burning off the oil residue on the smoker as directed in the instructions, I ran the smoker through the dishwasher; reasoning that this method would more completely remove the oil.
I set the smoker up on the grate of my Weber gas grill. I lit it with a butane kitchen torch, which worked perfectly. I only filled up half a trench, which produced a lovely fragrant smoke for about 3 hours. Despite all the cautions in reviews about having adequate ventilation, the smoker worked fine with just the few openings on the grill lid.
Kudos to the manufacturer of this product. Despite its simplicity, it works way better than the complicated and inefficient biscuit delivery system on my Bradley smoker. I will be modding the Bradley to use this as the smoke generator in the future.
David J. : It won't stay light
I bought this with the A-MAZE N Pellet Smoker together, since they are the same brand same company they should works best together, but the result is they won't stay light, my 12 hours smoke project has never finished. The longest smoke time I've got was 3 hours, then couple of 1 hours, and some 30 minutes, I've to constantly check it to make sure it still burning, I'm not sure it's the Pellet problem or the smoker problem, so I gave up return both of them and try different brand.
Charles O. Butts Jr. : READ THIS FIRST *************************
1. This 5" x 8" tray is made for an electric smoker-it will work in SOME other kinds
2. Do not use your water tray (later you can try using it ABOVE the Pellets somewhere if you insist)
3. Do not put this next to or above your heat source,
4. Open your vent wide open (if possible to adjust)--you can adjust it after smoke comes out good
5. Put aluminum foil on rack above it so drippings won't fall on pellets
6.. Keep your pellets inside your house-never leave outside to get moist
7. Remember after lighting the pellets--Let burn 10 mintes-then blow the flame out.
2. Do not use your water tray (later you can try using it ABOVE the Pellets somewhere if you insist)
3. Do not put this next to or above your heat source,
4. Open your vent wide open (if possible to adjust)--you can adjust it after smoke comes out good
5. Put aluminum foil on rack above it so drippings won't fall on pellets
6.. Keep your pellets inside your house-never leave outside to get moist
7. Remember after lighting the pellets--Let burn 10 mintes-then blow the flame out.
retro.joe : A great Electric Smoker add-on
I use this in a 40" electric smoker. It makes for a very low maintenance smoke. I switched to electric from charcoal to spend less time watching temps and fuel supply but, always adding chips was just as bad. This frees my time up the way I'd wanted.
It has a habit of going out once a little after getting it started but then the restart goes without issue. I got 10 hours the last time I used it, with more to go. Provides a good, but not overwhelming, amount of smoke. I typically also use chips along with this to start a smoke then just continue with the pellets.
It has a habit of going out once a little after getting it started but then the restart goes without issue. I got 10 hours the last time I used it, with more to go. Provides a good, but not overwhelming, amount of smoke. I typically also use chips along with this to start a smoke then just continue with the pellets.
C. Hansen : Great for cold smoking, caveats for hot smoking
The A-Maze has been great for cold smoking cheese, almond, and salmon. You can cold smoke any meat before you cook it, by using your unlit grill as a smoke chamber. This has been my experience with Traeger pellets.
However, as soon as I fire up the Weber gas grill, the smoke reduces to almost nothing. I have transferred the A-Maze to the upper grill so it doesn't get too hot, but I think that propane combustion takes away the oxygen and doesn't leave enough for the smoke pellets. If your goal is to hot smoke, you may need something different.
However, as soon as I fire up the Weber gas grill, the smoke reduces to almost nothing. I have transferred the A-Maze to the upper grill so it doesn't get too hot, but I think that propane combustion takes away the oxygen and doesn't leave enough for the smoke pellets. If your goal is to hot smoke, you may need something different.
Nona : Great product
I did some research on the A-Maze-N pellet tray before I purchased it. I was a little hesitant. I had read that some people had problems with the pellets staying lit due to airflow in an electric or propane smoker. I have propane. I was pleasantly surprised. I opened the vent all the way and had no problem at all. I only filled the tray half full and I got 5 1/2 hours of smoke.
I've never used the pellets before. So I was concerned with having enough smoke. No worries. I had plenty. I even had a beautiful smoke ring. This is the first time I've had a smoke ring since I started using this new smoker.
I didn't have to keep running to add more chips every half hour. I'm very pleased with my purchase.
I've never used the pellets before. So I was concerned with having enough smoke. No worries. I had plenty. I even had a beautiful smoke ring. This is the first time I've had a smoke ring since I started using this new smoker.
I didn't have to keep running to add more chips every half hour. I'm very pleased with my purchase.
diamond : Avoid this and stick with the smoke tubes
In theory this should give you a longer smoke than a tube. That is not reality. I followed the directions to light the pellets exactly as stated. Turned into a disaster. The problem is the pellets are exposed on top and the fire spreads across the whole thing turning it into an EXTREMELY HOT bonfire inside your grill. No way could I blow it out! It was so hot I had to drag the thing on fire out of my pellet smoker onto the patio with tongs, burning myself in the process, and dump a bucket of water on it to put it out. The heat from that bonfire even shot my smoker temp up way high and almost ruined a couple pork shoulders.
This is different from the smoke tubes where the pellets are completely inclosed and the flame from lighting it is contained and small, easy to blow out. They work great. They just only last about 3-4 hrs. For longer cooks I think I'll get a second one so I can light it about that time and get another 3-4 hrs of heavy smoke.
This is different from the smoke tubes where the pellets are completely inclosed and the flame from lighting it is contained and small, easy to blow out. They work great. They just only last about 3-4 hrs. For longer cooks I think I'll get a second one so I can light it about that time and get another 3-4 hrs of heavy smoke.
Justin : A great product, once you learn the quirks
I've been thoroughly satisfied with this. I've used it on my Charbroil infrared grill, but primarily in my 40" Masterbuilt Electric Smoker (MES). That is, I was happy once I learned the quirks.
On first use I was a bit upset because I could not keep the pellets lit to save my life - for 2 reasons, number one, I didn't know the tips and tricks (either pull out chip loader by 2", or fully, remove the chip tray, exhaust wide open), number 2, I was using Cherry pellets, which from what I've read are fairly notoriously hard to light in the first place. I learned these from the Smoking Meat forum site, and the creator of this maze is a member. Additionally, there are different tips for different brands of smokers.
Once I learned this, my pellets always stay lit, and I use A-Maze-n brand pellets, I've easily got 11 hours of smoke out of a brisket, and probably had enough time for at least another half hour before I hit target temperature.
On first use I was a bit upset because I could not keep the pellets lit to save my life - for 2 reasons, number one, I didn't know the tips and tricks (either pull out chip loader by 2", or fully, remove the chip tray, exhaust wide open), number 2, I was using Cherry pellets, which from what I've read are fairly notoriously hard to light in the first place. I learned these from the Smoking Meat forum site, and the creator of this maze is a member. Additionally, there are different tips for different brands of smokers.
Once I learned this, my pellets always stay lit, and I use A-Maze-n brand pellets, I've easily got 11 hours of smoke out of a brisket, and probably had enough time for at least another half hour before I hit target temperature.
A. M. Glaeser : Once I figured out the proper placement, it worked very well
I bought both the tube product and this maze from A-MAZE-N to provide short (2 h) and longer (up to 10 h) smoking cycles in my grill. The tube worked well each time I used it. The first time I used the maze I filled two-thirds of the path so that I would get about 6-7 h of smoke. If you look at the product, it is rectangular. After lighting, I put it into the corner of a rectangular gas grill. As it turned out that was a mistake. The pellets produced smoke as the burn advanced down the first row, and then it got to the corner of the maze, which was in the corner of the grill. I think this concentrated and reflected the heat being generated, and the pellets reignited, and then the remaining pellets just burned rather than smoldering and smoking. Fortunately I caught it, and did not inadvertently hot smoke my ham.
It is not a problem with the product. It was operator misjudgment. The second time I moved the grid/maze away from the corner so that there would be more cooling. I got through a 6 h smoking cycle without a hitch. The manual does suggest that if you are hot smoking, and running your gas grill to cook something, the pellets may ignite, and you may need a heat shield. Just something to consider when you use it.
I'll just point out that although there are products geared for 2 h, and intermediate length smoking cycles, this maze can get you a wide range of smoking times. All you need to do is adjust how long your fill line is. It has three rows if you will. If you fill just the first row, you will get about 3 h of smoke. Fill two, and you get 6 h. Fill it all the way, and I suspect you will get close to the 10 h that the product advertises. Although I bought both products and don't regret it, if you want to buy just one, this is the more flexible one in my view.
It is not a problem with the product. It was operator misjudgment. The second time I moved the grid/maze away from the corner so that there would be more cooling. I got through a 6 h smoking cycle without a hitch. The manual does suggest that if you are hot smoking, and running your gas grill to cook something, the pellets may ignite, and you may need a heat shield. Just something to consider when you use it.
I'll just point out that although there are products geared for 2 h, and intermediate length smoking cycles, this maze can get you a wide range of smoking times. All you need to do is adjust how long your fill line is. It has three rows if you will. If you fill just the first row, you will get about 3 h of smoke. Fill two, and you get 6 h. Fill it all the way, and I suspect you will get close to the 10 h that the product advertises. Although I bought both products and don't regret it, if you want to buy just one, this is the more flexible one in my view.
G. Hunter : Great for cold smoke
Really good item. Continual smoke using pellets. Does not really raise the heat in my Kamado Joe Classic II. I do use the heat deflector just in case. Lots of smoke and not lots of heat. It is a bit tricky to start. I use a butane light type lighter to get a good start, but I am sure that other lighters would work. It is important to get the start going well. No real need to clean, you can just dump the unused (not hot) pellets back in the bag.
C. Munson : Worth it
This is a good product. It generates an adequate amount of smoke for cold smoking with one end lit (thin blue smoke) and of course if you are hot smoking you could light both ends for a heavier smoke. I'm reviewing after owning and using frequently for a year. The triangular shape of the walls make this worth the money for buying the name brand, imo, and the idea is worth it. I prefer pellets to dust, but both work. I don't get the advertised burn time, but I live on a hill with a constant breeze and even with the smoker closed up to 1/4 flue, wind speed effects the burn rate. If you have problems with it staying lit, it is likely your pellet or dust. If you live in a humid place you might try nuking the pellets or drying in the oven. I smoke a lot of meat and own this and a smoke generator and I wouldn't do with out the amazin since it is so versatile. And honestly, for the price this is probably all you'd ever need. You could literally cold smoke under a cardboard box with this!
richard bomgardner : So easy!
So simple!
Tip: if your pellets go out after only burning partway through, you pellets may just be to moist (probably collected humidity from the surroundings). try microwaving them for a few minutes before hand to dry them out.
If i cant get the pellets to sustain a flame for 10 minutes after i get them going with a torch, i know they are too moist.
Tip: if your pellets go out after only burning partway through, you pellets may just be to moist (probably collected humidity from the surroundings). try microwaving them for a few minutes before hand to dry them out.
If i cant get the pellets to sustain a flame for 10 minutes after i get them going with a torch, i know they are too moist.
Oildog : Works great
Got this to cold smoke bacon and cheese. First you need to do a burn on it to get off all the factory oils or just put it in the oven and do cleaning cycle. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it is a little trick to get it lit and to stay lit but once lit it will burn for 10-12 hours.
Eric White : Skeptical, but pleasantly surprised!
Looking at the pics, and then the actual item once received, to say I was skeptical would be an understatement - I mean, look at it! It's just a weird metal rack thingy with holes in it, right? Well, to my delight and surprise, the thing works like a champ! In fact, it produces such prodigious smoke that I'll need to cut back a bit on the smoking time for my next batch of bacon! As others here have commented, it does run a tad warmer that I had hoped - my kamodo style grill maxed out at about 120F, so I moved to a larger, pellet grill with this on the far end from the bacon I was smoking, and I don't think the bacon ever got over 100F. All in all, a solid, easy, and inexpensive cold-smoking solution, thumbs up!
Mike Perez : Great way to get smoke when your smoker isn't doing its job.
I have a masterbuilt thermotemp smoker and the amount of smoke that it would put out was very low especially at 225°. I think that the heat shield above the propane flame does not allow enough heat to touch the chip pan. There was practically no visible smoke coming out of it. With this pellet smoker there is more than enough for me to get a great smoke ring around a brisket. I included a picture and video and I could not be happier with the purchase.
macktheknife : It worked fine on Masterbuilt Propane
It worked fine on my 30 inch Masterbuilt Propane smoker. I filled the tray full of hickory pellets and lite BOTH ends as I like a lot of smoke on my ribs, but it did burn out completely , after a little more than two hours. I believe the short burn time can be explained because of the 225 degree tempt. The instructions say to keep it under 180 degrees for longest burn times, and that this tray really is for cold smoking, but it worked really well at 225 degrees for me, and I don't have to keep adding chips ever 15 to 20 minutes, which is a real plus. I also used a water tray which your are not suppose to with this tray because of the high humility can cause the pellets to go out, but that was not a problem for me. I also left the bottom door opened slightly for ventilation. It was plenty of smoke for the ribs, but for a brisket you want to reload the tray I think. I also would say the tray is very heavy duty built. Beween the tray and the propane smoker, it sure makes it very easy to smoke, just a very even temperature thru out the cook. I am glad I bought it.
Tom C. : Good, or bad???
Didn't know whether to give this thing 5 stars or 1 star...Puts out a lot of smoke...Zero smoke flavor in the meat...I have an MBE smoker...No flavor from the smoke...Bought a MBE slow/cold smoke addition...Still no smoke flavor...And now, this AMNPS...And still no smoke flavor...Even ran the AMNPS and the cold smoker at the same time...No smoke flavor in the meat...Anyone have any ideas??? So far tried these thing on chicken and Pork...
Thomas Duffy : Best product for smoking since the invention of hickory.
Used this for first time to make bacon. Worked fantastic, although takes a little practice to pack the tray right to get 12hrs of burn time, first time got 8 hrs, 2nd time 10hrs... but once loaded and lit, never had to mess with it again. Would upload a video if I could. Well worth the money even if I don't ever get a full 12hrs of burn time. Would buy again and probably will!
Jonny : Better than a tube, still hard to use..
I like this product better than the tubes however, it's difficult to light pellets and keep them lit. I either have a flaming mess inside my smoker, or they tend to go out altogether. I have to use a torch to keep it lit and running. These are great products, I just find it difficult to use effectively. I have to check on this more than I have to check my food. I'll keep this in my smoking food arsenal, just know it's better than the tubes but still difficult to keep only to a smolder.... I would still recommend it over a tube....
Eric White : Skeptical, but pleasantly surprised!
Looking at the pics, and then the actual item once received, to say I was skeptical would be an understatement - I mean, look at it! It's just a weird metal rack thingy with holes in it, right? Well, to my delight and surprise, the thing works like a champ! In fact, it produces such prodigious smoke that I'll need to cut back a bit on the smoking time for my next batch of bacon! As others here have commented, it does run a tad warmer that I had hoped - my kamodo style grill maxed out at about 120F, so I moved to a larger, pellet grill with this on the far end from the bacon I was smoking, and I don't think the bacon ever got over 100F. All in all, a solid, easy, and inexpensive cold-smoking solution, thumbs up!
Thomas Duffy : Best product for smoking since the invention of hickory.
Used this for first time to make bacon. Worked fantastic, although takes a little practice to pack the tray right to get 12hrs of burn time, first time got 8 hrs, 2nd time 10hrs... but once loaded and lit, never had to mess with it again. Would upload a video if I could. Well worth the money even if I don't ever get a full 12hrs of burn time. Would buy again and probably will!
Rodolfo Fierro : Great for Smoking
This tray fits in my grill and is great at adding smoke flavor. I quick start the pellets with a propane torch and they start smoking right away. The pellets last a little over twenty minutes. That is enough for a good smoke flavor, add more if you really love smoke.
dominick sciarretta : ... as much on other products that delivered half as good as this one
I've spent twice as much on other products that delivered half as good as this one. Such a simple tool, but very well made and very useful. You can turn anything into a smoker with this thing, and it's wonderful for cold smoking. I wish they made them in different sizes because I could use a smaller one to put into my actual smoker that I paid hundreds for, but doesn't produce smoke as thick as this.
Eric Freeman : Damn impressive!
Works really well, as long as you have good quality pellets. Definitely follow the guidelines about lighting in the instructions. This thing burns for hours and hours and adds fantastic smoke flavor. Using this in my Masterbuilt Electric. I won't use the small wood chip tray ever again. Only hitch is that I had to remove the smoker's drip pan on the bottom in order to have this fit.
William K. : Will attract neighbors !
I was going to wait till I finished using the product, but I only made it an hour in and decided i am going to be purchasing another one of these and a gift to my grandparents. (Follow the lightning steps) let it stay on fire for 10 minuets or so then blow it out and let the smoke begin! If you like making jerky then this is a must try. It’s been burning for an hour and it looks like it just started but the smoke if just rolling out of my grill. It’s holds 1 pound of pellets perfect.
Fuzzie : Best solution I've tried, and I've tried many....
I've tried 3 different tubes, the sawdust maze, and now this - and this BY FAR had the best performance.
The tubes usually worked, but occasionally self-extinquished. Even when they'd burn fully, I'd only get MAYBE 4 hours out of them....which works fine if you're not cold-smoking something for 12+ hours.
The sawdust maze is just a joke - perhaps it was my sawdust, but I tried 4 different flavors, all of which would not burn for more than 30 minutes or so, or the whole thing would blaze up and burn off in under an hour.
This item, however, stays lit the first time I light it every time, and I get 11-12 hours of consistent smoke without additional heat EVERY TIME I used it. I'm very happy with this item, and I would recommend it to anyone whose had my problems in the past with other items.
The tubes usually worked, but occasionally self-extinquished. Even when they'd burn fully, I'd only get MAYBE 4 hours out of them....which works fine if you're not cold-smoking something for 12+ hours.
The sawdust maze is just a joke - perhaps it was my sawdust, but I tried 4 different flavors, all of which would not burn for more than 30 minutes or so, or the whole thing would blaze up and burn off in under an hour.
This item, however, stays lit the first time I light it every time, and I get 11-12 hours of consistent smoke without additional heat EVERY TIME I used it. I'm very happy with this item, and I would recommend it to anyone whose had my problems in the past with other items.
Seth : WOW! just WOW!
This thing is the bees knees. Load it up spend about 2 minutes getting it burning and set it in the smoker and forget about it. Burns for hours has tons of smoke. I left the chip tray and opened my vent about halfway and I had a steady stream of blue smoke coming out of the smoker. The material of the item is good quality sturdy metal and the welds are strong. Seriously though using the right pellets this thing pours smoke.
Tom C. : Good, or bad???
Didn't know whether to give this thing 5 stars or 1 star...Puts out a lot of smoke...Zero smoke flavor in the meat...I have an MBE smoker...No flavor from the smoke...Bought a MBE slow/cold smoke addition...Still no smoke flavor...And now, this AMNPS...And still no smoke flavor...Even ran the AMNPS and the cold smoker at the same time...No smoke flavor in the meat...Anyone have any ideas??? So far tried these thing on chicken and Pork...
TheycallmeTWINMAMA : BEST RIBS WE'VE EVER HAD
Used this inside our masterbuilt electric smoker. Delicious, Billowing smoke coming out of the vent for the whole cook. (The basket is designed in a zig zag so the pellets burn continuously) We are texans and have eaten our weight in ribs - these ribs were the best we've ever made or eaten. Amazing smoky flavor. Highly recommend!
DickieCoon : Great 12 hour smoke source, just buy it.
Great 12 hour smoke source. I've got a built in propane girl in my gazebo (hate it...) and need to get a smoke source for the grille. I bought this pellet smoker and have been extremely pleased with the duration, reliability and quality of the smoke produced by this pellet smoker. I do heat the pellets in the microwave before dumping them in this gizmo and I do use a butane creme brûlée torch to ignite the pellets and I'm basically done. It takes literally five minutes from rustling up some pellets to closing the lid on the grill. Most of the time I smoke overnight without using firing the grill and then finish on the grill the next afternoon. I can set a timer for twelve hours and go out and find the pellets burned out, but the smoker still hot. Simple, inexpensive and easy to use. That's a great product in my book. I've used this 20-30 times in the last six months and have had zero problems with it.
Oildog : Works great
Got this to cold smoke bacon and cheese. First you need to do a burn on it to get off all the factory oils or just put it in the oven and do cleaning cycle. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it is a little trick to get it lit and to stay lit but once lit it will burn for 10-12 hours.
macktheknife : It worked fine on Masterbuilt Propane
It worked fine on my 30 inch Masterbuilt Propane smoker. I filled the tray full of hickory pellets and lite BOTH ends as I like a lot of smoke on my ribs, but it did burn out completely , after a little more than two hours. I believe the short burn time can be explained because of the 225 degree tempt. The instructions say to keep it under 180 degrees for longest burn times, and that this tray really is for cold smoking, but it worked really well at 225 degrees for me, and I don't have to keep adding chips ever 15 to 20 minutes, which is a real plus. I also used a water tray which your are not suppose to with this tray because of the high humility can cause the pellets to go out, but that was not a problem for me. I also left the bottom door opened slightly for ventilation. It was plenty of smoke for the ribs, but for a brisket you want to reload the tray I think. I also would say the tray is very heavy duty built. Beween the tray and the propane smoker, it sure makes it very easy to smoke, just a very even temperature thru out the cook. I am glad I bought it.
bodesatfa1 : Works Great
Light one end ... or light both ends. Lots of smoke. Easy to clean.
Tips: microwave your pellets to remove moisture before putting them in. Use a portable propane torch to light the pellets and get them good and red, and then blow out the flame to produce smoke. I sometimes also use a portable campfire bellows to blow air on the pellets when getting them going. This item is a metal expandandable straw ... inexpensive ... puts air right on the coals ... really a secret weapon to making fires.
Tips: microwave your pellets to remove moisture before putting them in. Use a portable propane torch to light the pellets and get them good and red, and then blow out the flame to produce smoke. I sometimes also use a portable campfire bellows to blow air on the pellets when getting them going. This item is a metal expandandable straw ... inexpensive ... puts air right on the coals ... really a secret weapon to making fires.
Budweiser : Sorry, Didn't work for me.
I currently own a treager grill and 2 pellet stoves. I totally understand the concept of burning pellets. I can't keep this thing burning longer than 15 minutes after I put it in the grill.
I've tried it in 2 different grills on 3 different occasions with 3 different types of pellets(cherry, Apple, pecan).
I lit it with my torch, let it burn for 10-15 minutes, everything looked good until I put it in my broil king grill and after checking it in 10 minutes....it was totally out. Tried again and again with the same results. Doesn't work for me. In my opinion the pellets don't get enough air to stay ignited.
I've tried it in 2 different grills on 3 different occasions with 3 different types of pellets(cherry, Apple, pecan).
I lit it with my torch, let it burn for 10-15 minutes, everything looked good until I put it in my broil king grill and after checking it in 10 minutes....it was totally out. Tried again and again with the same results. Doesn't work for me. In my opinion the pellets don't get enough air to stay ignited.
Tom C. : Good, or bad???
Didn't know whether to give this thing 5 stars or 1 star...Puts out a lot of smoke...Zero smoke flavor in the meat...I have an MBE smoker...No flavor from the smoke...Bought a MBE slow/cold smoke addition...Still no smoke flavor...And now, this AMNPS...And still no smoke flavor...Even ran the AMNPS and the cold smoker at the same time...No smoke flavor in the meat...Anyone have any ideas??? So far tried these thing on chicken and Pork...
Dave Evans : Where There's Smoke, There's A-MAZ-N AMNPS
My gas grill can now be used as a smoker! Smoked beautiful and tasty chicken and Boston butt so far.
I have a device from another brand that was a pain to install, works only marginally and is a pain to clean. That device is now an expensive piece of metal attached to my grill, but not used.
I have a device from another brand that was a pain to install, works only marginally and is a pain to clean. That device is now an expensive piece of metal attached to my grill, but not used.
Gary S : Doesn't work
I experimented with this about 5 times. In each case I lit the pellets and let them burn until the flame went out. I tried lighting one end...smoke went out after about 5 minutes. Lighting both ends...about 5 minutes. Then I lit the entire box of pellets...you guessed it, about 5 minutes. The only way that I could get this to work is to move it out of my smoker and throw a couple of handfuls of pellets directly on the coals. I would be happy to try any suggestions but I think that the problem is that this needs a lot of ventilation to work. Running the Big Green Egg at 250 degrees with the top closed just doesn't provide enough air for the pellets to continue to burn. I also bought 60 lbs of pellets with this device so I will eventually go through those and move back to wood chips directly on the coals.
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