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The Unity Stainless Steel Fire Pit by The Outdoor Plus comes in 48-, 60- and 72-inch diameters, each available at 18 or 24 inches high. Its circular burning area sits within a stainless steel surround, allowing seating to be arranged around the body without aligning chairs to the sides of a rectangular enclosure.
Choose diameter and height separately. Diameter determines the footprint, burning-area size and suggested media order. Height changes the relationship to your seating and propane-storage arrangement: the 18-inch version requires an external tank arrangement, while the 24-inch version includes an access door for propane tank storage.
Design & Construction
The round enclosure has no projecting corners or long seating axis. Chairs can follow the curve of the body, but the full diameter and manufacturer's required clearances still determine how closely the seating can be arranged.
The stainless steel surround frames a recessed circular media bed. Based on the listed body and opening diameters, the surround measures approximately 11.5 inches from the opening to the outer edge on the 48- and 60-inch models and 14.5 inches on the 72-inch model. Moving from 60 to 72 inches therefore adds both a larger opening and a wider surround.
The width of that surround does not establish how much surface is usable while the fire is lit. Keep drinks, serving pieces and other objects outside the manufacturer's required clearances, and provide separate tables where guests need convenient access during operation.
The 24-inch version raises the surround and burning area six inches above the lower model without changing the footprint. Compare both heights with your seat cushions and the view across the group. At a given diameter, choosing the taller enclosure does not increase the listed burning-area size, burner input or suggested fire-glass quantity.
Request a physical finish sample when coordinating the body with other stainless steel furniture or fixtures. Follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions for the supplied finish rather than assuming all metal cleaners are suitable.
Sizes & Specifications
The 48-inch model lists 105,000 BTU. Both larger diameters list 165,000 BTU, so moving from 60 to 72 inches provides a larger enclosure and media bed, not a higher standard burner rating. The specifications below apply at either body height.
| Diameter | Available Heights | Burning-Area Diameter | Listed BTU Rating | Suggested Fire Glass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 in. | 18 or 24 in. | 25 in. | 105,000 | 52 lb |
| 60 in. | 18 or 24 in. | 37 in. | 165,000 | 113 lb |
| 72 in. | 18 or 24 in. | 43 in. | 165,000 | 152 lb |
Burning-area diameters describe the opening, not the burner diameter. 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.
For propane installations, resolve the external tank location and approved connection for the 18-inch version before completing the furniture layout. For the 24-inch version, confirm compatible cylinder dimensions and leave room to open the access door and change the tank without moving the fire pit.
Select the diameter, height 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. Keep controls and service access reachable after seating is in place.
Decorative Media & Accessories
The Unity includes a fire pan, burner, selected ignition configuration and lava rock. Optional fire glass changes the appearance of the circular media bed within the stainless steel surround.
Include the diameter-specific media order in the finished configuration cost. The catalog suggests 52 pounds of fire glass for the 48-inch model, 113 pounds for the 60-inch model and 152 pounds for the 72-inch model. Choosing the taller body does not change the suggested quantity for that diameter.
Catalog-listed upgrades include a Bullet Burner, canvas cover and stainless steel burner lid. Burner upgrades and lids are diameter-specific; canvas covers must match both diameter and height. Specify the 18- or 24-inch body height when ordering a cover rather than selecting by diameter alone.
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.
Allow the unit to cool completely before fitting a lid or cover. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning the stainless steel and protecting the burner and ignition components. Keep ventilation openings and the burner area free of debris.
Placement & Installation
The Unity 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.
Mark out the full circular footprint together with the manufacturer's required clearances. Moving from 48 to 72 inches increases the enclosure from four to six feet across. Check the arrangement with people seated, preserving routes between chairs rather than treating the absence of corners as additional clearance.
For the 24-inch propane version, include the open access door and cylinder-changing space in that layout. Keep furniture clear of the door even if chairs are arranged around the rest of the circumference.
Check gates, steps and turns along the delivery route, particularly for the six-foot-diameter model. Confirm unloading and final-placement arrangements rather than assuming delivery includes installation. Protect the stainless steel from tools and nearby construction work.
For hospitality settings, establish who will light and shut down the unit and how staff will reach the controls, burner and ignition components for cleaning and service. 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 | Unity Stainless 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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