ThermiChef CS-1416 Pizza Steel 16x16
- Material Type: 1/4" Steel Version
- Maximum Temperature: 1000 °F
- Shape: Square
- Item Weight: 17.6 pounds
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A durable, fast-cooking steel for cooks willing to put in the preheat and initial seasoning time; skip it if you want something ready to use immediately.
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ASIN: B0BR5ZLMFPModel: CS-1416Category: Pizza Pans & Stones
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Overview
ThermiChef's 16x16 inch pizza steel is a 1/4 inch, 17.6 pound slab of USA-made low-carbon steel built to conduct heat faster than a ceramic stone for oven or grill pizza.
Steel's higher thermal conductivity is the core claim: it transfers heat far more efficiently than ceramic, so a well-preheated oven can turn out a pizza in under 8 minutes instead of the 12 to 15 typical with stone. The tradeoff is prep and weight: this ships shot-blasted rather than pre-seasoned, so a wash, oil and bake cycle is needed before first use, and at 17.6 pounds it is not something to shuffle in and out of the oven casually. The 1/4 inch thickness is the brand's middle option between a lighter 3/16 inch steel and a heavier 3/8 inch Deluxe meant for back-to-back baking.
- 1/4 inch thick, 17.6 lb low-carbon steel
- Cooks pizzas up to 15 inches in diameter
- Made in Minnesota, CNC laser-cut
- Works in oven, on grill, stovetop or campfire
Who it's for
Home cooks chasing faster, more even crust who are willing to season the steel and give it a 45 to 60 minute preheat. Not for anyone wanting a lightweight, ready-to-use surface out of the box.
Pros and cons
- Cooks pizza in under 8 minutes once preheated
- Doubles as a griddle for burgers and vegetables
- Made in the USA from a single CNC-cut steel piece
- Builds a natural non-stick patina over repeated use
- Ships unseasoned, requiring a wash, oil and bake step before first use
- 17.6 pounds makes it awkward to move often
- Measure oven depth first, since 16x16 will not fit every oven
Performance notes
The steel needs a 45 to 60 minute preheat at 500F to fully saturate with heat before it delivers the fast cook time; skipping that step undercuts the advantage. It also works as a flat griddle surface on a grill or stovetop, handling direct flame without warping since it is cut from a single piece of low-carbon steel.
Specifications
| Brand | Thermichef |
|---|---|
| Model | CS-1416 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 17.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 16 × 16 × 0.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Temperature | 1000 °F |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | 1/4" Steel Version |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Pizza Steel |
| Other details | |
| Shape | Square |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Item Type Name | Pizza Steel |
Frequently asked questions
Does the ThermiChef steel come pre-seasoned?
No, it ships shot-blasted and needs a wash, thin oil coat and a one-hour 375F bake before first use.
What size pizza fits on the 16x16 ThermiChef steel?
It can cook pizzas up to 15 inches in diameter.
Can the ThermiChef steel be used on a stovetop or grill?
Yes, at 16x16 it fits over two burners on most ranges and works as a flat-top griddle on a grill.