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Paragon's Fusion Kilns for Glass
The Best Selling Paragon Kilns for Glass
The Paragon Fusion Kilns for Glass are the best selling Paragon Kilns for the simple glass fusing and slumping projects typically produced in the home studio or classroom. The entire series of Fusion Series of Glass Kilns are top loading kilns with sizes ranging from small home studio sized kilns to some of the largest glass kilns produced by Paragon. The Paragon Fusion 7 is the baby of the bunch in size but not in features and is the best selling kiln in the Fusion series by Paragon. The Paragon Fusion 8 is slightly larger than the Fusion 7 and the ever popular Paragon Fusion10 is the width of a traditional studio sized pottery kiln. The Paragon Ovation 10 is a bathtub or oval style glass kiln that is essentially two Fusion 10 kilns placed side by side.
Standard Features for every Paragon Fusion Kiln:
◊ Glass Kiln, 1700°F maximum temperature.
◊ 2½" insulating firebrick on walls, door, bottom.
◊ 3" insulating firebrick on lid.
◊ Reversible brick bottom.
◊ Full-formed galvanized steel base plate to reinforce the brick bottom
◊ Dust-free coating in the peepholes, both sides of the lid and the top rim of the wall bricks.
◊ Proportional power elements in deep recessed brick groves for even heating
◊ One piece wall construction, with hand lifts
◊ Digital controller mounted at the top of the control panel for ease of viewing and programming.
◊ Basic operating instructions silk screened on control panel
◊ Heavy duty 18" tall kiln stand for ease of loading and use of the kiln
(new for 2011)
◊ Sentry Xpress 3-Key Digital Controller
◊ Digital Controller warranted for 1 year.
◊ Single Zone K Type Thermocouple temperature sensor and control
◊ Available in 200, 208, 220, 240v 1 phase power options
◊ Certified to CSA and UL Standard 499
Standard Options for every Paragon Fusion Kiln:
◊ Lid Safety Switch
◊ Glass Window
◊ MDR (Mercury Relay)
◊ Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller with full range of programmable firing options(except Fusion 7)
◊ Orton Vent Master down draft ventilation system
◊ Auxiliary Output to control Orton KilnVent
◊ S Type Thermocouple temperature sensor and control
◊ 3 Zone K Type or S Type Thermocouple temperature sensor and control
◊ APM Elements
2012 Paragon Common Fusion Kiln Options
| Dogwood's Discounted Price |
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| Lid Safety Switch (cuts power to lid element when the lid is opened) | $70.00 |
| Sentry 2.0 12-Key Controller (N/A on Fusion 7, standard on Ovation-10) | $175.00 |
| Ceramic Fiber Top, replaceable element (not available on Ovation-10) | $260.00 |
| 1" x 3" Glass Window, Fusion Style (x2 for Ovation-10) | $60.00 |
| MDR (Mercury Displacement Relay) (x2 for Ovation-10) | $85.00 |
| 200, 208, 220v same price as 240v | No charge |
2012 Paragon Fusion 10 Glass Kiln
The Big Glass Fusing Kiln
The Paragon Fusion 10 is the largest "round" kiln the Fusion Series and is large enough for most glass artists firing a single large glass project or several smaller projects in a single firing. Physically the Paragon Fusion 10 is a 10 sided kiln with a firing chamber that is 23½" wide x 11" deep and uses two elements in lid of the kiln in element grooves that are smaller than the element itself to prevent element drooping without the use of element pins. The standard Fusion 10 is equipped with a lock-in lid support and Sentry Xpress 3-Key Digital Controller. The Paragon Fusion 10 can be upgraded with Paragon's spring loaded counter balanced LiteLid for ease of opening the heavy brick lid to minimize damage to the heavy kiln lid (shown on all photos on this page), lid safety switch to shut off power to the elements when the lid is opened, high performance Mercury Relay for durability, Ceramic Fiber lid with replaceable elements and of course the Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller for greater reliability and control of the firing.
Paragon Fusion 10:
◊ 2.86 cubic foot interior: 23½" wide x 11" deep.
◊ 7,200 watts of power
◊ Requires #8 wire, 40 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 6-30R receptacle
◊ Doorway clearance required is 32"
◊ Shipping weight 205 lbs
◊ Shipping crate is approximately 36.5"w x 36"d x 25"h (without LiteLid)
Paragon Fusion 10 Optional Furniture Kit:
◊ 1 C-22 Shelf (21” round x ¾” thick)
◊ 1” wide Square Posts, 4 of each: ½" height
◊ 1 lb. Bag Glass Separator
◊ Shipping Weight: 30 lbs.
2012 Paragon Fusion 10 Kiln Prices
| Dogwood's Discounted Price |
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| Paragon Fusion 10 Kiln MSRP $1,590.00 | $1,120.00 |
| Fusion 10 Furniture Kit | $74.00 |
| LiteLid, Spring loaded Lid Assist | $160.00 |
| Paragon Freight Group: | B |
2012 Paragon Fusion 8 Glass Kiln
The Classic Glass Fusing Kiln
The Fusion Kilns from Paragon were designed for specifically for glass fusing and slumping. The Paragon Fusion 8 is the classic kiln in the Fusion series and is typically large enough for most hobby glass artists firing a single large glass project. Physically the Paragon Fusion 8 is an 8 sided kiln with a firing chamber that is 17½" wide x 11" deep and uses two elements in lid of the kiln in element grooves that are smaller than the element itself to prevent element drooping without the use of element pins. The standard Fusion 8 Kiln is equipped with a lock-in lid support and Sentry Xpress 3-Key Digital Controller. The Paragon Fusion 8 can be upgraded lid safety switch to shut off power to the elements when the lid is opened, high performance Mercury Relay for durability, Ceramic Fiber lid with replaceable elements and of course the Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller for greater reliability and control of the firing.
Historically, far more Fusion 7 or Fusion 10 kilns are sold than the Fusion 8. The Paragon Fusion 7 is just slightly smaller than the Fusion 8 and is able to operate from normal 120v household current... giving the Fusion 7 a huge advantage for home installation. While the Paragon Fusion 10 is significantly larger than the Paragon Fusion 8, is better suited for a wider range of sizes of glass slumping or fusing projects, and requires similar enough electrical installation yielding no significant advantage for buying the smaller kiln.
Paragon Fusion 8:
◊ 1.59 cubic foot interior: 17½" wide x 11" deep.
◊ 4,800 watts of power
◊ Requires #12 wire, 20 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 6-20R receptacle
Paragon Fusion 8 Optional Furniture Kit:
◊ 1 C-16 Shelf (15” Octagon x ¾” thick)
◊ 1” wide Square Posts, 4 of each: ½" height
◊ 1 lb. Bag Glass Separator
◊ Shipping Weight: 15 lbs.
2012 Paragon Fusion 8 Kiln Prices
| Dogwood's Discounted Price |
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| Paragon Fusion 8 Kiln MSRP $1,190.00 | $860.00 |
| Fusion 8 Furniture Kit | $52.00 |
| Paragon Freight Group: | A |
2012 Paragon Fusion 7 Glass Kiln
The Ultimate Little Glass Fusing Kiln
The Paragon Fusion 7 is Dogwood Ceramic Supply favorite little Glass Kiln and we refer to the kiln as the Ultimate Little Glass Kiln for two important reasons: First and foremost the Paragon Fusion 7 uses 120v electrical service and does not require a dedicated receptacle which means the kiln can be plugged into any regular household outlet. Being able to plug into a regular household outlet means that everybody can own this kiln. Secondly the chamber is huge. Ok, maybe not as big as the Fusion 10, but the chamber of the Paragon Fusion 7 is large enough to handle a decent size platter which means the typical glass artist is not going to have to compromise the size of projects that can be completed in the Fusion 7.
The Paragon Fusion 7 can be upgraded with several desirable options including lid safety switch to shut off power to the elements when the lid is opened, high performance Mercury Relay for durability, Ceramic Fiber lid with replaceable elements and of course the Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller for greater control of the firing.
Looking for the Paragon Fusion-6? You won't find the Fusion-6 on our website. The 40% smaller Paragon Fusion-6 is only 3% less expensive than the Fusion 7 yet requires the same electrical service as the Fusion 7 so there is no logical reason to choose the Fusion 6 over the Fusion 7. Both the Fusion-6 and Fusion-7 require the same packaging for shipping so there is no difference the in shipping costs. Dogwood Ceramic Supply sells the Paragon Fusion-7, the little glass kiln that we call the "Ultimate Little Glass Fusing Kiln" because it is a far better value than the Paragon Fusion-6. Of course customers needing a larger kiln than the Paragon Fusion 7 should consider either the Paragon Fusion 8 or Fusion 10.
Paragon Fusion 7:
◊ 0.69 cubic foot interior: 14½" wide x 6" deep.
◊ 1,800 watts of power
◊ Requires #12 wire, 20 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 5-15R receptacle
◊ Doorway clearance required is 22"
◊ Shipping weight 115 lbs
◊ Shipping box/crate is approximately 31"w x 30"d x 20"h
Paragon Fusion 7 Optional Furniture Kit:
◊ 1 C-13 Shelf (13” Round x ¾” thick)
◊ 1” wide Square Posts, 4 of each: ½" height
◊ 1 lb. Bag Glass Separator
◊ Shipping Weight: 12 lbs.
2012 Paragon Fusion 7 Kiln Prices
| Dogwood's Discounted Price |
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| Paragon Fusion 7 Kiln MSRP $875.00 | $620.00 |
| Fusion 7 Furniture Kit | $39.00 |
| Paragon Freight Group | UPS |
2012 Paragon Ovation 10 Glass Kiln
2012 Paragon Ovation 1013 Glass Kiln
The Big Oval Glass Fusing Kilns
The Paragon Ovation-10 and the Ovation-1013 are the largest production glass kilns in the Fusion Series of Kilns from Paragon. The Fusion Kilns from Paragon were designed specifically for glass fusing and slumping. The Paragon Ovation-10 (or Ovation 1013) is a traditional oval or bathtub design kiln that is wide enough to handle several large platters side by side in a single firing. Physically the Paragon Ovation-10 is a 10 sided kiln with an elongated firing chamber with rounded ends that is 41" long x 22½" deep x 11" high and uses two elements in lid of the kiln in element grooves that are smaller than the element itself to prevent element drooping without the use of element pins. Basically the Paragon Ovation-10 is two Fusion 10 kilns situated side-by-side. The Ovation-10 comes standard with the Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller for greater control of the firing and 3" standard kiln bricks are used in the walls, floor and lid for slower cooling of large glass projects. Dual Litelids, Paragon's spring loaded counter balanced lid assist, are used to reduce stress on the heavy lid and minimize the potential for damage. Because of the oval shape the Ovation-10 cannot be equipped with the Ceramic Fiber Top.
Paragon Ovation 10:
◊ 5.2 cubic foot interior: 41" long x 22½" deep x
11" high.
◊ 3" insulating firebrick on walls, door, bottom and top
◊ Dual Paragon spring loaded counter balanced LiteLid for ease of opening the heavy brick lid
◊ Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller with programmed cool-down and full range of programmable firing options
◊ 7,200 watts of power, 30 amps
◊ Requires #8 wire, 40 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 6-30R receptacle
◊ Available in 200, 208, 220, 240, 480v 1 & 3 phase power options
◊ Doorway clearance required is 40"
◊ Shipping weight 402 lbs
◊ Shipping crate is approximately 60"w x 42"d x 35"h
Paragon Ovation 1013:
◊ 6.4 cubic foot interior: 41" long x 22½" deep x
13" high.
◊ 3" insulating firebrick on walls, door, bottom and top
◊ Dual Paragon spring loaded counter balanced LiteLid for ease of opening the heavy brick lid
◊ Sentry 2.0 12-Key Digital Controller with programmed cool-down and full range of programmable firing options
◊ 9,000 watts of power, 38 amps
◊ Requires #6 wire, 50 amp circuit breaker, NEMA 6-50R receptacle
◊ Available in 200, 208, 220, 240, 480v 1 & 3 phase power options
◊ Doorway clearance required is 40"
◊ Shipping weight 425 lbs
◊ Shipping crate is approximately 60"w x 42"d x 36.5"h
Paragon Ovation 10 or 1013 Optional Furniture Kit:
◊ Furniture Kit #1 (old style):
| 2 C-22 D Shaped Shelves (21" x 18" ⅝” thick) |
| 1” wide Square Posts, 12 of each: ½" height |
| 1 lb. Bag Glass Separator |
| Furniture Kit Shipping Weight: 45 lbs. |
| 1 - 42" long x 20" wide x 1 1/2" thick rigid ceramic fiber shelf |
| 3 - 18" long, 1 1/2" wide square posts |
| shipping weight: 50 lbs |
| only available with new kiln purchases |
| Shipped within the kiln crate for added protection during shipping. |
| The Rigid Fiber Furniture Kit is made of a light-weight ceramic fiber that has been rigidized and planed flat. The kiln shelf is to remain in the kiln between firings as excessive handling will degrade the shelf. Ceramic Fiber is quick to dissipate heat, especially the light density material used to manufacturer this kiln shelf. Since the fiber shelf does not store heat like conventional cordierite kiln shelves, the shelf can cool faster than the glass and as such crash cooling the kiln can result in thermoshock issues with the glass. |
| The Old Style Furniture Kit (consisting of two shelves etc) will remain as an option because such furniture is more affordable than the New Style Shelves. |
2012 Paragon Ovation 10 & 1013 Kiln Prices
| Dogwood's Discounted Price |
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| Paragon Ovation 10 Kiln MSRP $2,720.00 | $1,900.00 |
| Paragon Ovation 1013 Kiln MSRP $2,920.00 | $1,940.00 |
| Ovation 10/1013 Furniture Kit, Old Style | $185.00 |
| Ovation 10/1013 Furniture Kit, NEW Style | $660.00 |
| Paragon Freight Group: | C |
Notes:
The Paragon Fusion Kilns are popular for pickup at the Dogwood Ceramic Supply Showroom and Warehouse. Please make note of the shipping crates listed with each kiln. The size of the shipping crate is especially important for the Paragon Ovation 10 as the larger kilns may not fit in the bed of a small pickup truck.
Glass Kiln customers needing to assemble complex glass projects or perform many hot glass techniques should strongly consider upgrading to one of the Paragon Pearl Kilns, such as the Pearl 18 or Pearl 22.
Customers seeking to "do" a bit of glass with their ceramics, pottery or porcelain should consider the Paragon Janus Kilns as an alternative to the Paragon Fusion Kilns.
All options have the appropriate discounts applied from the MSRP.
Freight charges are based upon the weight of the kiln, services required and 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 or delivery situation.
12590 Dedeaux Road
Gulfport Mississippi, 39503
Telephone (228) 831-4848 Fax (228)
831-3111
Showroom Business Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 10AM to 5PM
Thursday 1PM to 6PM
Closed Wednesday and Sunday
The Paragon Fusion Kilns for Glass are the best selling Paragon Kilns for the simple glass fusing and slumping projects typically produced in the home studio or classroom.