The Caldera from Paragon is a compact test kiln with an 7-1/2” x 7-1/2” x 6-3/4” deep firing chamber. The Caldera operates on 120 volt household current and draws 15-amps. Rated to Cone 10 (2350 F), it’s ideal for testing clay & glazes. It features a sentinel touch xpress for precise control over every firing and true test results. A computer control is critical on a Test Kiln in order to follow the same firing profile as your larger kiln. If tests are run at a significantly different firing schedule, the results may not match those achieved in your larger kiln.In addition to clay & glaze tests, the Caldera is large enough to fire small pieces including vases, bowls, mugs, wind chimes, jewelry and more. The Caldera can also... Read More
The Caldera from Paragon is a compact test kiln with an 7-1/2” x 7-1/2” x 6-3/4” deep firing chamber. The Caldera operates on 120 volt household current and draws 15-amps. Rated to Cone 10 (2350 F), it’s ideal for testing clay & glazes. It features a sentinel touch xpress for precise control over every firing and true test results. A computer control is critical on a Test Kiln in order to follow the same firing profile as your larger kiln. If tests are run at a significantly different firing schedule, the results may not match those achieved in your larger kiln. In addition to clay & glaze tests, the Caldera is large enough to fire small pieces including vases, bowls, mugs, wind chimes, jewelry and more. The Caldera can also be converted to a bead annealing kiln with the addition of a Bead Collar (see Related Products below). Note: the addition of the Bead Collar reduces the firing capability of the Caldera to a maximum of Cone 03.
The chart above lists the available electrical specification options for this kiln. You must order the kiln with the proper wiring specifications for it to function properly. These specifications are determined by the power supply that you will be connecting the kiln to. Review this information with your electrician to determine the proper Voltage and Phase for your kiln. The choice of V/Ph determines the Amperage draw of the kiln and the size of the breaker needed. A kiln requires a breaker that is 20% above the actual amperage draw. Be sure that you can supply sufficient power for the kiln you choose. The chart also indicates the NEMA plug configuration for the kiln –or- if it must be Direct Wired. Voltage and Phase selection must be confirmed in writing with all kiln orders. If you have any questions concerning this information, please call us at 800-431-6067.