VIKING27 PARAGON CERAMICS AND POTTERY KILN
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The Viking-27 is easier to load than the deeper studio kilns. It is only 22 ¼” deep, yet wider and larger than 29” deep 10-sided kilns. The Viking-27 is designed for extra heavy duty firing. This 12-sided kiln easily reaches stoneware temperatures.
Plenty of Power
As with our standard TNF top-loading kilns Vikings have an easy access switch box, pinless elements, and the LiteLid counter-balance spring system. But in addition, they come with built-in high amperage fuses, and heavy-duty mercury relays instead of our standard mechanical relays. Industrial mercury relays far outlast the standard mechanical relays and are also quieter.
The Viking-27 has power to spare with 14,400 watts.The extra wattage helps compensate for aging elements or low voltage. This is ample power to reach cone 10 and, if you ever need it, to fire rapidly. Elements last longer, because the extra wattage and thicker 3" firebricks help the elements reach porcelain and stoneware temperatures without strain. Since the kiln can fire stoneware, it can naturally handle low-fire ceramics with ease.
Sectional Construction
You can separate the Viking-27 kiln bottom and sections to repair bricks, to change elements, or to move the kiln down narrow stairwells or through narrow doorways. Heavy-duty twist-lock spring latches securely hold the assembled kiln sections. Sectional kilns are ideal for older buildings in areas such as New York City or in homes with basements. The kiln is easy to maintain—the stainless steel case of each kiln section includes case tighteners.
The Viking-27 uses deluxe 3” thick firebricks throughout in the sidewalls, the reversible brick bottom, and the 3” thick lid. The peepholes, both sides of the lid and top rim of sidewall firebrick are hardened and sealed with a special refractory coating that reduces dusting.
Even Heat Distribution
Enjoy even heat distribution for consistent firing results. The elements are “tuned,” which means hotter elements are placed in the top and bottom of the firing chamber, where extra heat is needed. This results in superior heat distribution without the need for 3-zone temperature control. (However, you can order 3-zone if you want it.)
A heavy galvanized steel base completely covers the reversible brick bottom. It folds up under the stainless steel case on all 12 sides to strengthen the firing chamber and protect the bottom. Unlike competitive brands, you can move your Paragon without worrying about the stand digging into the firebrick bottom. This is one more assurance that your Paragon kiln is built to last.
Features of the Sentinel Touch Screen Controller
*Touch-screen technology for the user interface
*Easy-to-follow on screen descriptions
*Different user-interface levels, which can be set to match the user’s firing knowledge
*Graphical display of the firing process right at the controller
*Store up to 30 custom user programs
*Up to 32 segments per program
*Ability to make adjustment during a firing such as add segments, add temperature, and skip segments
*Built in diagnostics testing for use with a current sensor
*Alarm
*Error Codes
*WiFi enabled for easy software updating
*Register your Genesis on the Manufacturer web site or mobile app for remote monitoring of your kiln
Patented, Easy-to-Lift Lid
The massive lid is easy to lift with Paragon's patented LiteLid spring counter-balance. It does away with cumbersome pulleys and cords and reduces lid weight to only several pounds of pressure. Most people can lift the lid with one hand. Unlike pulleys and weights, the LiteLid is self-contained on the kiln. The LiteLid sharply reduces wear between the lid and top rim of firebrick. The truss and floating lid, a patented exclusive, allow expansion of the lid as the firebricks expand. Ask competitors if their lid spring includes a truss and floating lid.
The Optional Furniture Kit
The optional furniture kit consists of carefully selected cordeirite shelves and posts for the Viking-27.
PARAGON VIKING-27 SPECIFICATIONS
MAX TEMP 2350F 1287C
AMPS 60
VOLTAGE 240 (208 OR 480 AVAILABLE)
PHASE 1 (3 PHASE AVAILABLE)
WATTS 14400
NEMA DIRECT WIRED
CHAMBER VOLUME 8.11 CU. FT.
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS 28” W x 22.25” D