Why DDR BBQ Supply?
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35+ Years of Smoking Experience
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Trusted by 10,000+ BBQ Enthusiasts
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Handpicked for Quality & Performance
The Yoder Smokers YS480 Main Cooking Grate is available in two material options so you can dial in the cooking surface that best fits your style. Designed specifically for the YS480 pellet grill, this replacement main grate restores factory fit and performance while letting you choose between traditional expanded steel or premium 304 stainless steel.
Whether you prefer classic heat retention or long-term corrosion resistance, both options are built to Yoder Smokers standards for durability and consistent cooking results.
Choose Your Cooking Surface- Expanded Steel – Matches the original factory grate for excellent heat retention and traditional Yoder performance.
- 304 Stainless Steel – Premium food-grade stainless steel offering superior resistance to rust, corrosion, and moisture with easier cleanup.
- Designed specifically for Yoder Smokers YS480 pellet grills
- Available in expanded steel or 304 stainless steel
- Direct replacement for the main cooking grate
- Built for consistent heat distribution and durability
- Ideal for restoring or upgrading your cooking surface
Both grate options are engineered to fit the YS480 cooking chamber precisely, ensuring proper airflow and even heat distribution. The expanded steel option delivers the traditional feel many Yoder owners prefer, while the 304 stainless steel option is ideal for year-round cooks and high-moisture environments.
No matter which you choose, you get a cooking surface designed to handle repeated high-heat cooks and long smoking sessions.
Pro Tips- Preheat the grate before cooking to promote even heat across the surface.
- Clean expanded steel grates regularly to prevent buildup.
- Use stainless-safe brushes when cleaning 304 stainless steel grates.
- Lightly oil the grate surface before cooking to improve food release.
- YS480 owners replacing a worn or damaged main grate
- Pitmasters choosing between classic or stainless performance
- Cooks upgrading to 304 stainless steel for easier maintenance
- Anyone restoring factory fit and performance on a YS480
Which grill is this main cooking grate compatible with?
This main cooking grate is designed specifically for Yoder Smokers YS480 pellet grills.
What is the difference between expanded steel and 304 stainless steel?
Expanded steel matches the original factory grate and offers excellent heat retention. The 304 stainless steel option provides superior corrosion resistance and easier cleaning.
Does this replace the original main grate?
Yes. This grate is a direct replacement for the YS480 main cooking grate.
Is this sold as a single grate?
Yes. This listing is for the main cooking grate only. Material selection is chosen at purchase.
Why DDR BBQ Supply?
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35+ Years of Smoking Experience
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Trusted by 10,000+ BBQ Enthusiasts
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Handpicked for Quality & Performance
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With over 35 years of smoking experience, we started DDR BBQ Supply with a simple goal: to help others cook better barbecue. We've spent decades learning what works and what doesn't, and we apply that knowledge to every product we carry. From high-performance grills and smokers to carefully selected rubs, sauces, and tools, everything we offer is something we believe in and use ourselves. We don’t believe in cutting corners or selling gear we wouldn’t rely on during our own backyard cooks and when we compete in BBQ competitions.