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GF6B

Glass Fusing

Paragon GF-6B Glass Fusing Kiln

Our first glass fusing kilns, the GF-series, have passed the test of time since 1985. They helped start the glass fusing revolution.

“I’ve fired your kilns all over the country during my seminars. I never hear complaints about your kilns. They are reliable and last a hell of a long time.” —Dan Fenton, Fenton Glass Studio, Oakland, California

The GF-6B manual-fire kilns uses an infinite control switch. It comes with a safety pilot light.

Plug in the 120 volt GF-6B. This kiln, of course, can be ordered for any electrical system world wide.

Heating elements in lid
Chain lid support on the GF-6B
Galvanized steel base
Reversible brick bottom
Heavy-duty stand with mar-proof plastic feet

The Fusion-6 & GF-6B Furniture Kit

Glass must be fired on a ceramic shelf; never directly on the kiln firing chamber bottom.

1 - C-10 - 10” Hexagon Shelf

4 - 1” wide Square Posts, ½” long

1 lb. Bag Glass Separator

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Product Videos

Watch & Listen to P001 The Paragon Kiln Factory Sheetmetal Department (3 min 40 sec)

Watch & Listen to P005 The Paragon Kiln Factory Firebrick Room (6 min 47 sec)

Watch & Listen to P008 The Paragon Kiln Factory Inspection Station (1 min 50 sec)

Specifications

Max. Temperature	1700F 926C
Amps	15
Phase	1
Watts	1800
Nema	5-15P
Breaker Size	20
Circuit Copper Wire Size	12 gauge
TUV tested to CSA and UL Standard 499	Y
CE	N
IMPORTANT: Some areas such as Canada and Europe require a lid or door safety switch on kilns.
Control Type	Infinite Control Switch
Voltage	120
Hertz	60
Disclaimer: The specifications above assume that the kiln will be plugged into a dedicated circuit. Local electric codes supersede our recommendations. The pricing and electrical specifications for the above products reflect their design for use in the United States. The International versions of most models will have variations in electrical specifications and price due to consumer safety requirements or electrical regulations.

Kiln Type

Top Loading Round

Sides

Understanding Chamber Measurements

Chamber Volume

0.42 CU.FT.
11.89 litres

Chamber Width

11.00 IN
279 mm

Chamber Depth

6.50 IN
165 mm

The Outer Size of the Kiln and the Shipping Size: Width = Left to Right; Depth = Front to Back; Height = Top to Bottom

Outer Size

19.00W x 20.00D x 31.00H Inches
483W x 508D x 787H mm

The external kiln height includes a 18.5" tall stand.

Ship Size

28.50W x 28.50D x 21.80H Inches
724W x 724D x 554H mm

Ship Weight

99.00 Lbs.
44.91 Kg.

Ship Method & Notations

This Kiln Ships Via Truck

Part Number

GF6B * Base Model

Price

$540.00

Quantity

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Options
	Part Number	Description	Quantity	Price
	FSGF6B	Recommended furniture kit for the Paragon Fusion-6, GF-6B, and equivalent sized kilns. Included: 1 C-10 Shelf (10” hexagon x 1/2”) 4 – 1/2” lon		$33.00
	STD18	18" wide x 12 1/4" tall deluxe stand with casters. Conveniently move your kiln out of the way when not in use. Heavy-duty stands remain rock-steady with power pressed steel frame and reinforced legs. 2" smooth rolling steel casters included. Shipped		$120.00
	Firing Safety Glasses	Wear firing safety glasses whenever looking into the firing chamber of a hot kiln. Filters the infra-red and ultra-violet light. Reduces glare, makes pyrometric cones easier to see. Paragon no longer sells firing safety glasses. Instead, y		$0.00
	DT2-7 Digital Hand-Held Pyrometer, Degrees F	Measure high temperatures with digital accuracy on a modest budget. The DT2-7 digital pyrometer measures kiln temperature for improved firing results. With the DT2-7 you can fire copper enameling, control the cooling rate of		$87.00
	1 inch x 3 inch Glass Window, Fusion Style	Watch the bright red kiln interior through the optional 1” x 3” high-temperature glass window. (Note: always wear firing safety glasses when viewing the kiln interior.) Conveniently watch your glass treasures progress through every stage from tack fu		$60.00
	Fusion 6 and 7 Bead Door	Adding the optional 2 1/2” x 6 1/2” bead door to your Fusion-6 or -7 is like buying two kilns instead of one. Not only can you fuse and slump glass, but with the bead door you can also anneal glass beads. Comes complete with bead mandrel holder.		$50.00
	ST-18 18" Tall Fusion Stand	The 18" square x 18" tall stand will raise the height of your Fusion kiln firebrick floor to 20 1/2". Very sturdy. Assembly required.		$52.00
	DT2-9 Digital Hand-Held Pyrometer, Degrees C	Enjoy digital accuracy on a modest budget. The DT2-9 digital pyrometer measures kiln temperature for improved firing results. With the DT2-9 you can fire copper enameling, control the cooling rate of difficult glazes, or know when to begin monitor		$87.00

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Manuals
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