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The Cabo Square Corten Steel Fire Pit by The Outdoor Plus comes in 36-, 48- and 60-inch square sizes, all standing 16 inches high. Its rust-toned upper body projects beyond an inset base, with a recessed square media bed surrounding a round burner.
The 36-inch model has a 20-inch-square burning area and listed 105,000 BTU input. The 48- and 60-inch models increase the opening to 28 and 40 inches square, respectively, but both list 165,000 BTU. Moving from 48 to 60 inches provides a larger enclosure and media bed, not a higher standard burner rating.
Design & Construction
The Cabo's upper enclosure extends beyond its narrower base, creating a step beneath the exposed metal faces. The corten surface introduces variations in rust tone across the surround and sides rather than maintaining a uniform painted color.
Select corten for an appearance that develops with outdoor exposure. A physical sample can help establish the intended palette alongside paving and furniture, but it cannot predict how every face will weather in your setting. Allow for differences between units if several fire pits will be installed together.
The square footprint has equal dimensions in both directions. Consider it between facing sofas or within a group of lounge chairs, where a rectangular model might extend too far along one seating axis. Check the corners against the routes guests will use to enter and leave the arrangement.
Based on the listed body and opening dimensions, the surround is approximately 8 inches wide on the 36-inch model and 10 inches on the two larger sizes. Moving from 48 to 60 inches enlarges the burning area without widening that surround. Keep objects outside the manufacturer's required clearances, and provide separate tables rather than relying on the ledge for drinks while the fire is lit.
All three sizes remain 16 inches high. Compare that height with your seat cushions, particularly around low lounge furniture. A larger model takes up more space between seats without raising the surround.
Sizes & Specifications
Compare the footprint, burning-area dimensions and media order together. The 60-inch model occupies a five-foot square and has a substantially larger media bed than the 48-inch model, despite sharing its listed burner input.
| Size | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Burning Area (L × W) | Listed BTU Rating | Suggested Fire Glass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36-inch square | 36 × 36 × 16 in. | 20 × 20 in. | 105,000 | 42 lb |
| 48-inch square | 48 × 48 × 16 in. | 28 × 28 in. | 165,000 | 82 lb |
| 60-inch square | 60 × 60 × 16 in. | 40 × 40 in. | 165,000 | 168 lb |
The burning-area dimensions describe the square opening, not the diameter of the round burner. Fire-glass quantities are suggested ordering amounts, not media-depth instructions. Follow the requirements for the selected burner and ignition system when placing media. Listed BTU ratings describe burner input, not a guaranteed heating area.
Ignition & Fuel Options
Choose a natural gas or liquid propane configuration to match the planned gas supply. Six ignition options are available:
- Match Lit: Light the burner manually without an electrical connection.
- Match Lit with Flame Sense: Manual lighting with flame monitoring that shuts off the gas if the flame goes out.
- Low Voltage Electronic: Electronic ignition requiring a suitable low-voltage power supply.
- Plug & Play: Electronic ignition that connects to a suitable electrical outlet.
- Spark Glow: Battery-powered spark ignition without a separate lighter.
- Fire Glow: Battery-powered spark ignition with flame monitoring and automatic gas shutoff.
Select the size and ignition system before completing gas lines, electrical work or surrounding paving. Have your installer confirm supply pressure, gas-line sizing and power requirements for the exact configuration, including the increase from 105,000 to 165,000 BTU between the smallest and larger models.
For propane installations, confirm the approved tank location and connection arrangement before ordering. Do not assume that selecting propane means the cylinder fits inside the enclosure. Keep operating controls and service access reachable after furniture is in place.
Decorative Media & Accessories
The Cabo includes a fire pan, burner, selected ignition configuration and lava rock. Optional fire glass changes the appearance of the square media bed around the round burner. Choose a color that works with a range of rust tones rather than one intended to match only the enclosure's initial finish.
Include the media order in the finished configuration cost. Suggested fire-glass quantities increase from 42 pounds for the 36-inch model to 82 pounds for the 48-inch model and 168 pounds for the 60-inch model. The largest size requires more than twice the suggested glass quantity of the middle size.
Catalog-listed upgrades include a Bullet Burner, canvas cover, stainless steel burner lid and glass wind guard. Each body size has its own listed accessories. Specify the 36-, 48- or 60-inch model rather than estimating compatibility from the opening dimensions.
If choosing the Bullet Burner upgrade, confirm its input and gas-supply requirements before installation. Do not apply the standard burner's listed rating to the upgraded assembly without checking its specifications. A glass wind guard does not reduce required clearances or override restrictions on operating conditions.
Allow the unit to cool completely before fitting a lid or cover. Follow the manufacturer's finish-care instructions before using rust removers, sealers or other metal treatments. Keep ventilation openings and the burner area free of debris.
Placement & Installation
The Cabo is intended for outdoor use only. Have a qualified installer confirm the supporting surface, ventilation, gas connection, required clearances and any electrical work before the unit is positioned.
Address the weathering steel's relationship to surrounding paving before installation. For pale or porous surfaces, ask the manufacturer about runoff, staining precautions and any recommended protection. Include drainage and the path of water leaving the enclosure in that review.
Mark out the full square footprint before choosing a size. Moving from 36 to 60 inches adds two feet in both directions. Add the manufacturer's required clearances, then check the layout with people seated and routes around the corners left open.
The inset base does not reduce the space occupied by the upper body. Use the overall enclosure dimensions when checking furniture spacing, circulation and access through gates or around turns. Confirm unloading and final-placement arrangements, particularly for the five-foot-square model, rather than assuming delivery includes installation.
For hospitality projects, include the changing corten surface in material approvals and maintenance instructions so the intended patina is not treated as a finish defect. Establish who will light and shut down the unit, maintain access for cleaning and service, and keep required circulation routes clear. Installation must follow the manufacturer's instructions and applicable local and commercial requirements.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
| SPEC SHEET | Cabo Square Corten Steel Fire Pit Spec Sheet |
|---|---|
| INSTALL GUIDE - MATCH LIT | Fire Pit Installation - Match Lit |
| INSTALL GUIDE - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRONIC | Fire Pit Installation - Low Voltage Electronic |
| INSTALL GUIDE - PLUG & PLAY ELECTRONIC | Fire Pit Installation - Plug & Play Electronic |
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