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Paragon Pearl 18

The First Clamshell Kiln

List Price $1760.00

Dogwood Ceramic Supply's Discounted Price $1190.00

    The very first clam shell kiln produced by Paragon was the Pearl-18. The clamshell design of the the Paragon Pearl-18 Kiln allows for easy loading and assembly of glass projects at the eye level of the user inside the kiln chamber with access from 3 sides while the clamshell design allows a voluminous top section to retain kiln heat during the firing stages when the kiln is open for working with the hot glass.  The retained heat is important as it allows the kiln temperature to more quickly recover after the kiln chamber has been opened.

    The Paragon Pearl-18 has an 18" x 18" x 8.5" chamber size that is perfect for the classroom or serious glass artists.  The top unit of the Pearl-18 can be clamped down during firing or for ease of moving the kiln and has dual air pistons to assist with the opening of the heavy clamshell top.  The elements are mounted in narrow element grooves that eliminates sagging elements and the need to pin elements in place.  The Paragon Pearl-18 includes a lid safety switch to shut down power to the exposed elements whenever the kiln chamber is opened and a built-in louvered stand that allows the kiln to be operated from virtually any worktable.

Paragon Pearl-18 Kiln:

• Glass kiln, 1700°F maximum temperature
• 1.59 cubic foot interior: 18" wide x 18" deep x 8.5" height
• 3" insulating firebrick on lid, bottom and walls
• Dual air piston assist for the clamshell lid
• One piece construction, with hand lifts
• Louvered base allows kiln to set on work tables
• Sentry Xpress 3-key digital controller
• 4,000 watts of power.  Requires #12 wire, 20 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 6-20R receptacle
• Single Zone K Type Thermocouple temperature sensor and control
• Available in 200, 208, 220 and 240v, 1 phase power options
• Doorway clearance required is 28"
• Shipping weight 230 lbs.

Paragon Pearl-18 Options:

• Furniture Kit
  • 1 C-19 Shelf (17" x 17" x 5/8" thick)
  • 1” wide Square Posts, 4 of each: ½" length
  • 1 lb. Bag Glass Separator
  • Furniture Kit Shipping Weight: 20 lbs.
• ST-8 Deluxe GL Stand with or without casters, shipped assembled
• Ceramic Fiber Top with replaceable element
• Mercury Relay

Prices valid until December 31, 2008.

Prices:
    $1760.00 is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price.  Dogwood Ceramic Supply's discounted price is $1190.00 

    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 Pearl-18 is NOT routinely stocked by Dogwood Ceramic Supply, but is available for showroom pickup with advance order.

Explanation of Options for Paragon Glass Kilns