G45 and GX45 Triple T Burners

G45 Burner shown with optional SPK-26 Safety Pilot

If you are looking for the best Match-Light gas log burner system and are not interested in a safety pilot or remote control, then the G45 burner is the best choice for you. Also, if you have a larger fireplace that can accommodate logs that are wider than 30", then the G45X is your best choice since it comes in sizes up to 60" wide.

What's the difference between the G45 and the GX45 burners?

The only difference between the G45 and GX45 burner is the grate. The G45 has a standard gas log grate while the GX45 has a heavy duty grate like those used to burn real wood. The GX45 heavy duty grate is required for some of the larger more massive logs like the Charred Royal English Oak and is always used for log sets over 30".

The G45 burner is simply a G4 burner with a built in front flame burner. The wedge shaped rectangular pan has a main burner tube going down the middle and a smaller front flame burner that "Ts" off from the main burner. The additional front flame burner allows you to position the burner directly beneath the logs while giving you a nice bed of glowing embers with flames lapping up around the front log and up between the middle logs.

Approval

For sizes 30" and smaller, you can purchase the G45 burner system in a RADCO approved (match-light) setup. If you purchase a RADCO approved set and add a safety pilot, the safety pilot will be shipped separately and you will have to install it yourself. If you pay a bit more for an ANSI approved G45 burner system, the factory will install the approved safety pilot of your choice and apply the ANSI certification at the factory. If this is the case, you might want to compare the G45 to the G46 burner because it is more likely that the G46 burner will be a better choice. The G45 burner has no approval rating in sizes that are 36" and larger.

ANSI Certified Valves

Available Sizes

16", 18", 19", 20", 24", 30", 36", 42", 48", 60"

Downside: Since the safety pilots and remote control systems are attached to the side or end of the G45 burner, they will require an additional 8 to 10 inches of clearance to "Each Side" of your log set, which can dramatically reduce the size logs that you can use...which is why we recommend the G46 burner if you are using a remote control. The SPK-26 manual safety pilot only adds an additional 3" to each side of the burner, so the a G45 burner with an SPK-26 safety pilot is still an excellent choice.

Control Options

You can choose from a basic SPK manual safety pilot, APK-11 Remote control, APK-15 or APK-17 Variable Flame Remote or the EPK-02 Electronic Ignition system. However, since the safety pilots and remote control systems are attached to the side or end of the G45 burner, they will require an additional 8 to 10 inches of clearance to "Each Side" of your log set, which can dramatically reduce the size logs that you can use...which is why we recommend the G46 burner if you are using a remote control. The SPK-26 manual safety pilot only adds an additional 3" to each side of the burner, so the a G45 burner with an SPK-26 safety pilot is still an excellent choice.

• Match Light: No Pilot - Non Remote

No Pilot - Match Light
Match Light Burner System with No Safety Pilot. Light a match or lighter then turn on the gas from the gas valve that is already installed in your floor or wall. Simplest, least expensive, most versatile and reliable burner system available. Requires an existing inline gas valve that has already been installed outside of your fireplace. Cannot be used with Liquid Propane. Be sure to check with your local building department to see if this type of burner is acceptable in your municipality.
• SPK: Manual Pilot - Non Remote

SPK-26 - Manual Pilot - Non Remote
Low Profile Manual Safety Pilot with Variable Flame Knob for Gas Log Burners. 300 degree solid brass valve handles more heat for reduced clearance. Comes with a rotary knob for operation inside fireplace. Cannot be operated by remote control. Designed for average to smaller size gas logs.
• G46-APK-11: Basic Remote Pilot

APK-11 - Basic Remote Pilot
On/Off Remote Control Safety Pilot with Low Profile for Gas Log Burners. Includes Basic RR-1 On/Off remote control transmitter and receiver. Uses a standing pilot that stays lit. As long as the safety pilot is lit, the burner can be turned on and off from the remote control or manually with an on/off control inside the fireplace. You can upgrade to RR-2 Deluxe Remote Control system with Thermostat, Timer, Clock and Room Temperature (sold separately). Designed for average to smaller size gas logs.
• G46-APK-15: Adjustable Flame Remote

APK-15 - Adjustable Flame Remote
Variable Flame Remote Control Safety Pilot with Piezo Starter for Gas Log Burners. Includes Basic RR-1 On/Off variable flame height remote control transmitter and receiver. Uses a standing pilot that stays lit. As long as the safety pilot is lit, you can turn the burner on and off or adjust the flame height with the included remote control, or manually by turing a knob attached to the pilot valve inside the fireplace. You can upgrade to VR-2 Deluxe Remote Control system with Variable Flame, Thermostat, Timer, Clock and Room Temperature (sold separately). Designed for average to smaller size gas logs.
• G46-APK-17: Adjustable Flame Remote

APK-17 - Adjustable Flame Remote
The Ultimage Variable Flame Remote Control Safety Pilot system for Gas Log Burners. Features a Low profile adjustable flame remote control safety pilot that takes up less room and requires less clearance inside your fireplace. Uses a standing pilot that stays lit. As long as the safety pilot is lit, the burner can be turned on or off and the flames height adjusted by remote or manually. Includes VR-1 On/Off remote transmitter that actually adjusts the flame height as well.
• G46-EPK-02: Electronic Ignition Remote

EPK-02 - Electronic Ignition Remote
Electronic Ignition Pilotless Remote Control Safety Valve for Gas Log Burners. Uses the latest technology with an energy saving automatic electronic ignition system does NOT have a standing pilot. Includes Basic RR-1 On/Off remote control transmitter and receiver. Fire can turned on and off from the remote control or manually with an on/off control inside the fireplace. You can upgrade to RR-2 Deluxe Remote Control system with Thermostat, Timer, Clock and Room Temperature (sold separately). Designed for average to small size logs.