
Basket Fire Torch: a flared head of tapered stainless slats, 14 inches tall
The Outdoor Plus Basket fire torch has a hand-crafted stainless steel head with outward-flaring, tapered vertical slats and a thin ring near the rim. Flames glow between slats like a basket fire. At 14 inches tall and 7 inches across, it mounts atop posts by pools, paths, or patios and withstands heat and weather.
Choose the Original base, with a built-in needle valve for flame-height adjustment and bolts for any 2.5 inch post, or TOP-Lite, which threads onto a half-inch gas pipe. Order it for natural gas or propane. Prefer rivet-studded slats? See the Trojan fire torch. The Basket fire torch ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
Basket Fire Torch | Specifications
Quick Specs:
Original Top Torch | OPT-TT9M | Diameter: 7″ | Height: 14″ | BTU: 20,000
Top-Lite Torches | OPT-TCH9SS | Diameter: 7″ | Height: 14″ | BTU: 20,000
Each of our TOP Torches are individually hand crafted. Each torch is made from high grade stainless steel for durability against heat & natures elements.
Original TOP Torches: Built-in Needle valve for precise flame adjustment, torches can be fitted onto any 2 1/2″ post with hex bolts, 3/8″ flared gas inlet
TOP-Lite Torches: Designed for easy installation. 1/2″ Gas inlet torches can be fitted to any 1/2″ gas pipe with threading. NO NEEDLE VALVE
SKU: OPT-TPK9LP
| Torch Base Type |
Original TOP Torch Base, TOP-LITE Torch Base |
FAQ
What makes the Basket Fire Torch stand out from other TOP torches?
Width. The Basket carries a 7-inch diameter openwork stainless steel head – nearly double the slender 3 3/4-inch heads elsewhere in the line – so the flame glows through the woven basket pattern and reads bold even from across the yard. It is the torch to pick when you want presence, not just a flicker.
What are the Basket torch specs and SKUs?
Two builds: the Original TOP Torch (OPT-TT9M) and the TOP-Lite version (OPT-TCH9SS). Both measure 7 inches across, stand 14 inches tall, and put out up to 20,000 BTU. Each Basket head is individually hand crafted from high-grade stainless steel, which is why no two are exactly alike.
How does the Original Basket torch light and adjust?
It is match lit – open the gas at the valve and light it by hand – with a built-in needle valve for precise flame adjustment. Prefer push-button convenience instead? Order the Basket on the TOP-Lite base (OPT-TCH9SS), which is designed for electronic ignition.
What kind of post does the Basket mount on?
Any standard 2 1/2-inch post, secured with hex bolts, with a 3/8-inch flared gas inlet for the fuel connection. That flexibility lets you set Basket torches at whatever height suits the space – most installs land between 6 and 8 feet. Have a licensed installer run the gas line.
How many Basket torches should I run along a walkway?
Torches work best in multiples. For a path or driveway, plan a Basket every 8 to 10 feet on alternating sides; for an entry, flank the gate with a matched pair. Because the Basket’s 7-inch head is so visible, you can space them wider than smaller torches and still get a connected line of light.
Can the Basket Fire Torch stay outside in the rain?
Yes – the stainless steel head is built for weather and heat alike. Hard rain can douse the flame, so shut the gas off during storms and relight once things dry out. An occasional wipe-down keeps the Basket’s woven stainless bright between seasons.
Does the Basket run on propane or natural gas?
Either – TOP builds each Basket to order for liquid propane or natural gas, so specify your fuel at purchase. At its full 20,000 BTU a propane setup burns roughly a pound of fuel an hour; dialed down it sips far less, like a gas fire pit running on low.