HPC Fire Tempe 31-Inch Round Hammered Copper Gas Fire Bowl

Description

Not every fire bowl makes you stop and look twice before the flame is even lit. The HPC Fire Tempe does. The Tempe 31-Inch Round Hammered Copper Gas Fire Bowl is HPC Fire's best-selling copper bowl for a reason -- it combines a hand-hammered, oiled copper exterior with a low-profile stance and a fully media-covered interior that creates a rich, glowing display the moment the burner ignites. There is nothing understated about it, and that is exactly the point.

 

The Tempe's hammered copper surface is finished with an oil-rubbed bronze patina that gives it an artisanal, crafted quality you simply cannot replicate with concrete or powder coat. The texture catches light differently at every angle, and the warm bronze tones deepen beautifully as the bowl heats and the flame builds. It is equally at home set into a custom stone surround, elevated on a pedestal, mounted at pool deck level, or used as a freestanding centerpiece on a patio or terrace.

 

The bowl is purposefully designed for flexibility. The control box for the remote electronic ignition system -- and the match lit valve -- can both be mounted outside or below the bowl, which means the Tempe can be placed at ground level without burying the ignition components. For pool installations, for deck builds where space is tight, or for any design where a flush or low-profile installation matters, this thoughtful engineering detail makes the Tempe far more versatile than most fire bowls at this price point.

 

Inside the bowl sits a 19-inch stainless steel bowl pan and your choice of two burner configurations: the standard penta burner system or the Torpedo Burner upgrade. The standard match lit penta kit delivers a clean, consistent 50,000 BTU flame ignited with a match or lighter. The electronic ignition configuration steps up to 65,000 BTU with a 12-inch round burner and full push-button control -- including the option for a remote. And if you want the most dramatic flame HPC makes, the Torpedo Burner nozzle design produces the largest CSA-certified flame in the industry -- a taller, more robust, more natural-looking fire that fills the bowl with presence.

 

Both burner kits are CSA certified and available in Natural Gas and Liquid Propane. The electronic ignition version features HPC's updated, improved CSA-certified valve box with a smaller profile for tighter installations and a new solenoid design that is more reliable and easier to service. The unit is also available as a Fire and Water Bowl -- the same 31-inch hammered copper vessel fitted with an integrated water scupper system for a combined fire and water display.

 

Products typically ship in 1 to 2 business days from HPC's warehouses in Las Vegas, NV and Dayton, OH.

 

Backyard Prime Living is a certified authorized reseller of HPC Fire. Every purchase includes full manufacturer warranty support and our commitment to extraordinary customer care.

 

Features

• HPC Fire's Best-Selling Copper Bowl -- The Tempe is the most popular model in HPC's Copper Bowl Series and one of the most recognized fire bowls in the outdoor living industry, known for its hand-hammered finish and low-profile design.
• Hand-Hammered Oiled Copper Exterior -- The bowl's surface is hand-hammered for an artisanal, one-of-a-kind texture and finished with an oil-rubbed bronze patina. The result is a fire bowl that looks like a crafted piece of art before the flame is ever lit.
• Low Profile Stance with Full Media Coverage -- The Tempe's shallow, wide-mouth bowl profile keeps the flame close to the surface of the media, creating a full, glowing display across the entire interior of the bowl for maximum visual impact.
• Flexible Control Box Mounting -- The electronic ignition control box and match lit valve can both be mounted outside or below the bowl, making the Tempe suitable for ground-level and pool-deck installations where space below or behind the bowl is limited.
• Two Burner Options -- Standard Penta Burner or Torpedo Burner Upgrade. Choose at time of order based on your desired flame height and character.
• Standard Penta Burner (Match Lit -- PENTA19MLFPK) -- 19-inch stainless steel bowl pan with a 12-inch penta burner. Includes standard ball valve. Ignites with a match or lighter. Rated 50,000 BTU. CSA Certified. Available in Natural Gas or Liquid Propane.
• Standard Round Burner (Electronic Ignition -- 19FSSEI) -- 19-inch stainless steel bowl pan with a 12-inch round stainless steel burner. Full electronic ignition control. Rated 65,000 BTU. CSA Certified. Available in Natural Gas or Liquid Propane.
• Torpedo Burner Upgrade -- HPC's innovative Torpedo nozzle design produces the largest CSA-certified flame in the industry. The Torpedo creates a taller, more robust, more natural-looking fire that more closely mimics a wood fire flame. Available with both match lit and electronic ignition configurations.
• CSA Certified Burner Kits -- Both the match lit and electronic ignition kits are CSA approved for the highest safety standards. Suitable for both residential and commercial installations.
• Updated CSA-Certified Valve Box (Electronic Ignition Models) -- HPC's improved valve box features a smaller profile for easier installation in tight spaces and a new solenoid design for enhanced reliability and simpler service.
• 12V Pool-Compatible Electronic Ignition -- The electronic ignition system operates on 12V, making it safe for installation near pools and water features and compatible with pool controller systems.
• Dual Fuel Compatibility -- All configurations available in Natural Gas or Liquid Propane.
• Available as Fire Bowl or Fire and Water Bowl -- The Tempe can be ordered as a fire-only bowl or with an integrated water scupper system for a combined fire and water feature. Water flow estimated at 700 to 900 GPH; a valve after the pump is recommended to trim water flow.
• Access Doors for Easy Maintenance -- Built-in access doors simplify maintenance of the burner and ignition components.
• Media-Covered Interior Display -- The bowl pan and burner system sit within the copper bowl such that the decorative media (lava rock or fire glass) covers the full interior, creating a clean and immersive flame display.
• Decorative Media Required (Sold Separately) -- Lava rock (2 bags recommended) or fire glass (4 bags recommended) required to complete the display. Media is not included.
• Optional Round Hammered Copper Hard Cover Available -- The FPHC-31TEMPE round aluminum cover provides a high-quality hard cover for the bowl when not in use.
• Ships in 1 to 2 Business Days -- HPC ships from warehouses in Las Vegas, NV and Dayton, OH, averaging 1 to 2 day ship times.
• Lifetime Warranty on Burners -- HPC Fire provides a lifetime warranty on the stainless steel burners.
• 5-Year Warranty on Stainless Steel Pan (Residential) -- The stainless steel bowl pan is warranted for 5 years for residential installations.
• 1-Year Warranty on Stainless Steel Pan (Commercial) -- Commercial installations carry a 1-year warranty on the bowl pan.

 

What's Included

INCLUDED WITH THE TEMPE FIRE BOWL:

• 31-inch Round Hammered Copper Fire Bowl Vessel (oil-rubbed bronze finish)
• 19-inch Stainless Steel Bowl Pan
• 12-inch Penta Burner mounted on bowl pan (Match Lit configuration) -- OR -- 12-inch Round Stainless Steel Burner (Electronic Ignition configuration)
• Standard ball valve and gas connection hardware (Match Lit)
• CSA-Certified valve box and electronic ignition system (Electronic Ignition models)
• All applicable fittings and connection hardware

 

NOT INCLUDED / SOLD SEPARATELY:

• Decorative media: Lava Rock (2 bags recommended) or Fire Glass (4 bags recommended) -- neither is included; media must be ordered separately
• Remote control (compatible with Electronic Ignition models -- sold separately)
• Round Hammered Copper Hard Cover (FPHC-31TEMPE -- sold separately)
• Gas supply line, natural gas stub-out, or propane tank
• Propane tank (for LP models)
  
• Pedestal, stand, or surround structure (bowl only -- no mounting base included)

 

Specifications

Manufacturer: HPC Fire (Hearth Products Controls)
Model Name: Tempe -- Copper Bowl Series (Hammered)
Bowl Type: Fire Bowl
Shape: Round
Material: Hammered Copper with Oil-Rubbed Bronze Finish

 

BOWL DIMENSIONS:
Top Diameter: 31 in
Base Diameter: 8 in (+/- 1 in)
Height: 10.5 in
Bowl Pan Diameter: 19 in (stainless steel bowl pan inside the copper vessel)
Pan Depth: 10 in (+/- 2 in)
Bowl Interior Opening: 13.75 in (+/- 2 in)
Ventilation: Spacers provided; all enclosures require 4 x 18 sq in vents on opposing sides and adequate drainage

Weight: 250 lbs

 

BURNER OPTIONS AND PERFORMANCE:

Match Lit -- Standard Penta Burner (PENTA19MLFPK):
Burner Style: 12-inch Penta Burner
Bowl Pan: 19-inch stainless steel
Ignition: Match lit (match or lighter) with standard ball valve
BTU Output: 50,000 BTU
Certification: CSA Certified
Fuel: Natural Gas or Liquid Propane

Electronic Ignition -- Standard Round Burner (19FSSEI)
Burner Style: 12-inch Round Stainless Steel Burner
Bowl Pan: 19-inch stainless steel
Ignition: Electronic ignition (push-button / remote compatible)
BTU Output: 65,000 BTU
Certification: CSA Certified
Fuel: Natural Gas or Liquid Propane
Power: 120VAC or 24VAC (per spec sheet; 12V pool-rated option also available)

Torpedo Burner Upgrade: Available with both match lit and electronic ignition configurations
Nozzle Design: Torpedo nozzles produce tallest CSA-certified flame in the industry
BTU Output: Same as base configuration (50,000 match lit / 65,000 electronic)
Certification: CSA Certified

DECORATIVE MEDIA (sold separately):
Lava Rock: 2 bags recommended
Fire Glass: 4 bags recommended

CONTROL BOX MOUNTING: Electronic Ignition control box and match lit valve can both be mounted outside or below the bowl, enabling ground-level and pool-deck installations.

SHIPPING:
Ships From: Las Vegas, NV and Dayton, OH (HPC warehouses)
Lead Time: Typically 1 to 2 business days
Method: UPS / FedEx (standard); freight for large orders

WARRANTY:
Burners (Stainless Steel): Lifetime warranty
Stainless Steel Pan: 5 years (residential) / 1 year (commercial)
Copper Bowl Vessel: Warranted against manufacturing defects from date of original sale or shipment from HPC
Coverage Applies To: Claims presented by original customer only; defective parts must be returned with RMA issued by HPC; parts warranty does not cover labor
Warranty Page: https://hpcfire.com/warranty-information/

 

INSTALLATION NOTES (from official spec sheet):

• For use with fixed piping systems only -- not for use with small/portable tanks
• All enclosures require 4 x 18 sq in vents on opposing sides and adequate drainage
• Residential gas pressure only: Natural Gas 7.0 in W.C. / Liquid Propane 11.0 in W.C.
• Modification of product will void any certification and warranty
• Follow all manufacturer installation instructions and local codes
• Material: Fire pit insert 304 stainless steel; Bowl copper
• CSA Certified Fire Pit Insert; Outdoor Use Only; For commercial and residential use

 

NOTE: A certified gas technician is required for all gas connections. The electronic ignition system requires a 12V power supply; electrical connection must be performed by a certified electrician.

 

Manuals / Downloads

• Download Specifications here