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Glass Fusing

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Features

Paragon Pearl-18 Glass Fusing Kiln

The Pearl-18 is packed with exciting features. The top lifts away to give access to the shelf area from three sides. Air pistons assist in lifting the top. You can place the Pearl on a table without an extra stand.

“You can compose directly on the kiln shelf, then close the kiln top,” said glass artist Judith Conway, who uses the Pearl-18 in her Washington, DC studio. “There is no need to balance and carry a heavy kiln shelf from your work table over to your kiln, trying to load the shelf in the kiln while not disturbing the glass pieces in your design.”

The elements in the top are mounted in pinless element grooves. Since the groove opening is narrower than the element coil, the elements stay in place without pins.

Electrical components are mounted inside the base of the kilns. The Pearl-18 uses the digital 3-key Sentry Xpress controller.

The reliable Sentry Xpress 3-key controller is packed with features. It includes two modes: Single Speed and 8-segment Ramp-Hold.

Features of the Sentry Xpress 3-key Controller on Non-Ceramic Paragon Kilns

Design programs with up to 8 segments (steps) in Ramp-Hold mode.

Fire to a single temperature at a single speed in the simplified Single Speed mode.

Ramp-Hold mode can store 4 programs.

Skip a segment in Ramp-Hold during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.

Change the target temperature in Ramp-Hold during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.

Hold (soak) the temperature in both Single Speed and Ramp-Hold. Experiment with Hold to improve color saturation of china paints.

Add Hold Time during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.

Control both heating and cooling in Ramp-Hold.

Program Review lets you check the program you are about to fire.

Program the Temperature Alarm to sound when the kiln reaches a specific temperature. Use this to remind yourself to check on the kiln.

Temperature display throughout firing and cooling in your choice of °F or °C

Thermocouple Offset adjusts the thermocouple readout.

Set the Delay to turn on the kiln later to suit your schedule.

Error Messages report mechanical problems such as a disconnected thermocouple, stuck relay or broken element.

12 Month Warranty

LED Lights show whether you are in program, review, or firing mode.

Colorful, illustrated instruction manual. Download it from the “Additional Information” section below to review these features in more detail.

Heating elements in the top of the kiln are mounted in pinless grooves.

¼” heavy duty sheathed Type-K thermocouple

Sentry Xpress digital controller

Safety switch and pilot light

Air pistons assist lifting the lid.

Louvered switch box, heavy duty wiring

Includes a built-in stand.

The Pearl-18 Furniture Kit

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

1 - C-19 - 17” x 17” Shelf

4 - 1” wide Square Posts, ½” long

1 lb. Bag Glass Separator

Specifications

Max. Temperature	1700F 926C
Amps	17
Phase	1
Watts	4000
Nema	6-20P
Breaker Size	20
Circuit Wire Size	12 gauge
TUV tested to UL Std 499	N
CE	Y
Control Type	Sentry Digital 3-key Glass Control
Voltage	240
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.

Sides	4
Chamber Volume	1.59 CU.FT. 45.02 litres
Chamber Width	18.00 457 mm
Chamber Depth	18.00 457 mm
Chamber Height	8.50 216 mm
Outer Size	27.00W x 34.00D x 21.00H Inches 686W x 864D x 533H mm
Ship Size	36.00W x 40.00D x 29.00H Inches 914W x 1016D x 737H mm
Ship Weight	253.00 Lbs. 114.76 Kg.
Ship Method	This Kiln Ships Via Truck


Part Number	76611J3DPA * Base Model
Price	$1,830.00
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	Part Number	Description	Quantity	Price
	ST-8-1 Kiln Stand with Casters	The heavy-duty ST8-1 stand raises your kiln to a convenient 30 3/4" height. Begin operating your new kiln without having to find a table strong enough to support it. Move the kiln out of the way when not in use with smooth-rolling steel casters. The		$440.00
	Ceramic Fiber Top with Ball Groove	This kiln can be ordered with an optional ceramic fiber top to replace the firebrick top. Serious glass artists have long requested the fiber top for their firebrick kilns. The elements are mounted in "ball" grooves that eliminate element pins. The e		$270.00
	Mercury Relay, Single TF-26	Optional mercury relays are quiet and reliable. The life of a mercury relay has been measured in millions of on/off cycles. They outlast the standard mechanical relays and are available as an option on new kilns.		$105.00
	FSPEARL18	Recommended furniture kit for the PEARL18 and equivalent sized kilns. Paragon's durable cordierite shelves resist warpage and thermal shock. They are volume-stable. (Note: The photo shows a general assortment of furniture rather than the exact conten		$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.		$19.00

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Pearl 18

Manuals
GF & GL Instruction & Service Manual
Sentry Xpress 4.0 3-Key Controller: Single Segment/Ramp-Hold