
Orbit Smokeless Fire Pit: a 42-inch Corten steel disc that burns wood with far less smoke
The Outdoor Plus Orbit smokeless wood burning fire pit is a very low, wide 42-inch round fire pit in Corten steel, with a flat top and a shallow burn pan recessed in the center, so the flame rises straight from the middle of the disc. Corten forms its own rust-colored finish outdoors and only looks better with heat and weather, and the double-wall design burns off most of the smoke a log fire gives off.
It needs no gas, tank, or power; keep dry firewood nearby and the Orbit is complete. Decorative burner ornaments are optional. Want a taller drum? The Gravity smokeless fire pit stands on crossed steel feet. The Orbit smokeless fire pit ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
FAQ
Why pair Corten steel with a wood fire on the Orbit?
Because both improve with exposure. The Orbit body is Corten weathering steel that rusts into its own protective finish — fire-side heat and open weather just deepen the character — while inside, its smokeless design re-burns the smoke a wood fire normally releases. The result looks better every season and burns cleaner than the fire ring it replaces.
What size is the Orbit?
One size: a 42-inch smokeless wood burner, SKU TFL-ORB42WB. That diameter puts the Orbit squarely in gathering territory — big enough for a proper log fire and a circle of chairs, compact enough to live on a standard patio or gravel fire court with sensible clearances.
Do I need any gas or electrical hookup?
None — the Orbit runs entirely on firewood. There is no line to trench, tank to refill, or igniter to power, which means it can be sited by clearance and view alone. Keep a dry wood stash nearby and you have a complete fire feature with zero utilities.
What is the trick to lighting it cleanly?
Go top-down: stack split logs at the bottom of the Orbit, layer kindling above them, and light from the top. The fire burns downward, heating the airflow system quickly, so the smokeless effect kicks in early instead of after twenty smoky minutes. Dry, seasoned hardwood is non-negotiable.
How do I handle the ashes?
Let the Orbit go fully cold first — give it overnight, since buried coals hold heat remarkably long. Shovel the cooled ash into a lidded metal can and store it away from anything combustible for a couple of days. After that it is safe for trash, compost, or sprinkling in garden beds.
How much clearance does a wood burner need?
Treat the Orbit to at least ten feet from the house, fences, and anything overhanging — wood fires pop the occasional spark even with a smokeless design managing the plume, as with every wood burning fire pit we carry. Open sky above, non-combustible surface below, and local code as the final authority.
Can you roast marshmallows over the wood-burning Orbit?
This is the marshmallow machine — real wood coals in the Orbit give the classic campfire toast that gas cannot quite replicate, smoke flavor included in the best way. Wait for established coals rather than tall flames, use long skewers, and mind that the Corten rim gets seriously hot.