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Super Dragon

Crystalline Glazes Decals Glass Casting Heat Treating Industrial Porcelain and Stoneware

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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
TUV tested to CSA and UL Standard 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.
Doorway Clearance Needed	54.00 Inches 1371.60 mm
Ship Method	This Kiln Ships Via Truck


Part Number	S0906 * Base Model
Price	$9,550.00
Quantity

Options
	Part Number	Description	Quantity	Price
	Door Safety Switch	The optional door safety switch turns off power to the heating elements when the door is opened. It mounts to the top of the door hinge shaft.		$70.00
	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.		$525.00
	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
	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		$440.00
	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		$540.00
	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.		$200.00
	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.		$43.00
	Safety Backup Shut-Off	The Auto-Cone is an optional factory-installed safety backup for digital kilns. It comes without the Limit Timer. The Auto-Cone is housed in a separate box on the side of the kiln. The price shown below is for the Auto-Cone backup ordered for a ne		$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.		$19.50