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Paragon GL 24 ADTSD

The Alphabet Kiln

List Price $2935.00

Dogwood Ceramic Supply's Discounted Price $1965.00

    Dogwood Ceramic Supply has given many unique nicknames to various Paragon Kilns, but when one of our customers tried to recite the name of the Paragon GL24ADTSD and end up referring to the kiln as the "Alphabet Kiln" we knew the nickname was more than appropriate.  There is nothing humorous about the Paragon GL-24-ADTSD as it is one very serious glass kiln.  The unusual name is actually a description of the kiln.  The kiln is part of the GL series of Kilns from Paragon.  The GL series are the professional GLass Kilns.  24 is the largest internal dimension of the kiln in inches.  AD is "Automatic Digital" which is a reference to the Sentry 2.0 Digital Controller that is the heart of the kiln.  TSD is the location of the elements in the TOP, SIDE and DOOR.
 

See, the name really isn't confusing.

    What the kiln can do is not very confusing either.... everything conceivable in glass.  The kiln is a front loader.  Glass artists appreciate the front loading of the kiln for ease of assembly of glass projects and of course the front loading door allows open the kiln chamber during firing to access the molten glass for raking and other techniques while NOT loosing all of the heat in the chamber like a top loading kiln.  Speaking of loosing heat, loosing heat is not an issue with this kiln as all of the wall bricks are 3" thick for better energy efficiency and to allow slow even cooling of large structural glass objects.  Glass objects?  Did somebody mention large glass objects?  Yes we did.  The kiln chamber is big.  24" wide, 22½" deep and 15" high.  The chamber is large enough to handle large glass objects like lamp shades.  And most importantly with the independent control of the side wall and door elements versus the top element firing those large pieces can be easily accomplished.

Like we said, the Paragon GL24ADTSD is a very serious glass kiln.

    Firing performance is not the only consideration in the design of this kiln.  Safety is another important consideration.  Look at the basic design of the kiln.  The brick bottom is located ABOVE the louvered bottom area of the kiln which is completely open from the front to the back of the kiln.  The louvered bottom keeps the bottom rim of the kiln cool to the touch and allows the kiln to sit upon any sturdy work table or bench.  The spring loaded latch handle can be easily operated with one hand, yet securely fastens the door in place.  And speaking of door, that little blue box at the top of the kiln is an important feature.  The little box is the Door Safety Switch.  The Door Safety Switch is a fluid filled rocker switch mounted to the hinge assembly of the kiln that instantly shuts off power to all elements in the kiln whenever the kiln lid or door is opened while leaving the digital controller fully powered and able to resume the proper firing after the lid has been closed. 

    Who should buy the Paragon GL24ADTSD?  Everybody of course!  Seriously, this is a serious kiln.  While the kiln can be appreciated by everybody, the GL24ADTSD is most often purchased by universities for glass research as well as production studios and serious glass artists.  Because of the wide range of customers, and varying power requirements, this kiln is strictly made to order.  And the kiln is popular.  At times it can take Paragon 4-6 weeks to manufacture one of these kilns.

Paragon GL24ADTSD Kiln:

• Glass kiln, 1700°F maximum temperature
• 4.68 cubic foot interior: 24" wide x 22 ½" deep x 15" height
• 3" insulating firebrick on lid, bottom, walls and doors
• Spring loaded door latch operates with one hand
• Full-formed galvanized steel base plate to reinforce the brick bottom
• Dust-free coating in the peepholes
• Proportional power elements in deep recessed brick groves for even heating
• One piece construction, with hand lifts, for entry through narrow doorways and stairwells
• Digital controller can be mounted on the left or right side.  Door hinge must be mounted on the same side as the controller
• Louvered base allows kiln to set on work tables
• Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller with programmed cool-down and full range of user programmable firing options
• Independent control of elements
• 10,800 watts of power.  Requires #6 wire, 50 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 6-50R receptacle
• Single Zone K Type Thermocouple temperature sensor and control
• Available in 200, 208, 220, 240, 480v, 1 & 3 phase power options
• Doorway clearance required is 33"
• Shipping weight 397 lbs.

Paragon GL-24ADTSD Options:

• Furniture Kit
  • 1 C-20 Shelf (20" x 20" x 5/8" thick)
  • 1” wide Square Posts, 4 of each: ½" length
  • 1 lb. Bag Glass Separator
  • Furniture Kit Shipping Weight: 43 lbs.
• ST-8 Deluxe GL Stand with or without casters, shipped assembled
• Orton Vent Master down draft ventilation system
• S Type Thermocouple
• Ceramic Fiber Top with embedded element
• Ceramic Fiber Top with replaceable element
• Mercury Relays
• APM Elements

Prices valid until December 31, 2008.

Prices:
    $2935.00 is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price.  Dogwood Ceramic Supply's discounted price is $1965.00 

    All options have appropriate discounts applied from the MSRP.

    Freight charges are based upon the customer's location.  Please refer to Paragon freight information for complete information including special rates and any adjustments to the basic freight charges for your specific location.  The standard freight charges includes Liftgate service, the furniture kit and most common accessories that may be added to a kiln purchase.

    For kilns shipped without the matching furniture kit the freight charges must be hand computed and are typically $30 to $80 higher than the published freight rates.

Liftgate delivery is always included in the shipping costs for kilns that are drop shipped from the Paragon factory.

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    The Paragon GL 24ADTSD is NOT routinely stocked by Dogwood Ceramic Supply, but is available for showroom pickup with advance order.

Explanation of Options for Paragon Glass Kilns