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Super Dragon

Decals    Heat Treating    Porcelain and Stoneware    Crystalline Glazes    Glass Casting    Industrial   


Features

Paragon Super Dragon

The Super Dragon is an industrial furnace designed for pottery and ceramic studios. And considering its features, it is surprisingly affordable.

The Super Dragon exudes power. Its 21,600 watts heat the 27” wide, 27” deep, 36” high interior to cone 10 with ample power to spare. This results in long element life, because the elements do not “struggle” to reach high temperatures. Dropped, recessed grooves seat industrial-gauge elements.

Extra insulation saves energy and lengthens cooling. The 4” thick walls, top and door are made of 3” firebrick backed by 1” of ceramic fiber block insulation. The floor is 4 ½” thick firebrick. The extra insulation not only saves energy but also cools the kiln slowly without having to turn the elements back on. This gives the micro-crystalline structure and color of the glaze sufficient time for full development. Cool slowly to achieve dramatic shifts in glaze color such as iron reds and enjoy the richer look of gas firing. Create breathtaking pottery in the exciting Super Dragon.

The elements are “tuned,” which means hotter elements are placed in areas of the firing chamber that need more heat. This results in superior heat distribution.

The Sentry 2.0 digital controller is standard on Paragon front-loading pottery kilns. Results are repeatable from one firing to the next with astounding accuracy. The solid-state controller continually monitors the firing. This is almost like hiring an assistant.

Do you ever wonder how much electricity your kiln uses? The digital controller will figure this for you; merely program the kiln’s wattage and your cost of electricity into the controller. Learn to conserve energy by experimenting with firing speed, load density, etc.

The Type-K thermocouple, hermetically sealed for accuracy, is standard. We also recommend the optional Type-S for stoneware and porcelain.

Long-lasting mercury relays power the elements. A bank of built-in NEC/UL compliant high-amperage fuses protects the kiln and circuit wiring. Potters who struggle with top-loading kilns will enjoy the Super Dragon. The door swings open wide on a heavy hinges with sealed bearings. The Super Dragon has a floating door system with four spring door latches. The door hinge is fastened to a 2” tubular steel frame that extends from the floor to the top of the kiln. The latches press the door tightly closed.

The ventilated switch box is generously louvered for air circulation for the long life of the electrical components. Yet dust is kept to a minimum.

The stand is built into the Super Dragon and comes at no extra charge. (Note: Casters are not available for the Super Dragon.)

Doorway Clearance

The Super Dragon will fit through a 42” doorway.

Order the optional Orton Vent Master, which mounts to the back of the kiln. (Note: Door elements and stainless steel finish are not available on the Super Dragon.)

Super Dragon Features

  • Saves electricity with extra insulation
  • Cone 10, 2350°F
  • 3” insulating firebrick and 1” non-organic block insulation in walls, top and door: 4” total thickness
  • 4 ½” thick firebrick bottom
  • 15.18 cubic foot Interior: 27" wide x 27" deep x 36" tall
  • Long-lasting mercury relays
  • Type K thermocouple with ¼” sheath, or optional Type-S
  • Sentry 2.0 controller with programmed cool-down
  • Case temperature at cone 10: 170°F (compared to 400-500°F for standard firebrick kilns)
  • Two tapered peepholes in side
  • UL/CUL & NEC compliant fuses for safety
  • Available in 200, 208, 220, 240, 480 v, 1 & 3 phase
  • Proportional power elements for more even heating

The Furniture Kit

The furniture kit consists of carefully selected fireclay shelves and posts for this particular model. When estimating the price of the kiln, include the cost of furniture. The furniture allows you to stack multiple layers of ware. Without it, you could fire only the ware that would fit on the kiln bottom.

Super Dragon Furniture Kit

1 C-30 Shelf

4 - C30H ½ Shelf

1½” wide Square Posts, 8 each of -

4”, 6”, 8” lengths

1 lb. Bag Kiln Wash

Furniture Kit Shipping Weight: 130 lbs.

Specifications

Max. Temperature

2350F
1287C

Amps

90

Phase

1

Watts

21600

Nema

Direct

Breaker Size

100

Circuit Wire Size

0 gauge

Certified to CSA & UL Std 499

N

CE

N

Control Type

Sentry Digital 12-key Ceramics

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

15.30 CU.FT.
433.25 litres

Chamber Width

27.00
686 mm

Chamber Depth

27.00
686 mm

Chamber Height

36.00
914 mm

Outer Size

54.00W x 54.00D x 85.00H Inches
1372W x 1372D x 2159H mm

Ship Size

60.00W x 60.00D x 90.00H Inches
1524W x 1524D x 2286H mm

Ship Weight

975.00 Lbs.
442.26 Kg.

Ship Method

This Kiln Ships Via Truck





Part Number

S0906   * Base Model

Price

$8,950.00

Quantity

  





Options


Part Number

Description

Quantity

Price

Type-S Thermocouple, optional on new kilns

Optional Type-S premium-grade thermocouple for single-zone 4" - 4 1/2" wall kilns. Ideal for firings above cone 4. It is extremely long lasting even at stoneware temperatures. Includes protection tube.

$210.00

VENTMASTER 120, Installed on Kiln

KILNVENT MASTER 120V M9 VENT MASTER, Installed (on large 4-sided kilns)

The patented Orton Vent Master not only vents fumes but also improves firing results. At this price, the vent is factory-installed onto the back of the kiln.

$500.00

3-Zone Control, K-Type Thermocouples

Improve temperature uniformity. The standard digital Paragon kiln is single zone; 3-zone is a factory-installed option that controls temperature from 3 separate locations in the kiln.

$155.00

3-Zone Control, S-Type Thermocouples

Improve temperature uniformity. The standard digital Paragon kiln is single zone; 3-zone is a factory-installed option that controls temperature from 3 separate locations in the kiln.

Deluxe S-Type thermocouples are ideal for temperatures ove

$530.00

FSTILE

6" tile holder saves space, allows air to circulate around tiles for even heating. Reduces warping. Holds tile without touching the glazed surface. Holds 9 6" x 6" tiles. Exterior: 7 1/2"W x 10"H x 6 1/4"D.

$38.00

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.

$18.00

VENTMAST120, Not Installed

KILNVENT MASTER 120V M9 VENT MASTER (Installed after the kiln is set up)

The patented Orton Vent Master not only vents fumes but also improves firing results.

It pulls fresh oxygen into the kiln for brighter colors, especially notice

$415.00

TF61

AUXILLARY OUTPUT FOR SENTRY II CONTROLLERS (VENT CONTROL) The AOP (Auxiliary Output) is an electrical outlet mounted to the kiln. Plug either a downdraft vent or an external alarm into the AOP. Control the vent with Cone-Fire or Ramp-Hold modes.

$95.00

FSDRAGON24

Recommended furniture kit for the FS DRAGON 24 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 c

$510.00



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          Sentry 2.0 Cone-Fire/Ramp-Hold 2007 Manual
          Sentry 12-Key Controller Trouble Shooter