TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln

During busy seasons when orders are backlogged, you will be grateful you own a dependable Paragon kiln such as the TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln. Studio owners call these kilns “real workhorses.”

Paragon studio kilns have withstood years of abuse in school environments. High school ceramics teachers fire these kilns unmercifully, without remorse. Yet the kilns keep going. People swear by them.

The TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln features sectional construction. Separate the kiln bottom and sections to repair bricks, change elements, or move the kiln down narrow stairwells or through the narrowest doorways. Twist-lock spring latches hold the assembled collars securely.

The top row of brick in the TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln is 2” high and without element grooves. It is less susceptible to damage during loading than a grooved brick.

Hinged at the bottom, the switch box on 8, 10 & 12-sided digital Paragon kilns opens forward for easy maintenance. A folding support arm holds the box in the open position. (See photo on the cover.) The Sentinel Xpress is mounted at the top of the switch box within easy reach. Operate it from a comfortable position.

The 10-sided TNF243 Ceramic & Pottery Kiln comes in deluxe 3” thick sidewalls, lid, and bottom. The 3” brick is 20% thicker than the standard 2 ½” brick. For porcelain or stoneware, order the TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln, rated at 2350°F.

The massive lid is easy to lift with Paragon’s patented “LiteLid,” which does away with cumbersome pulleys and cords and reduces lid weight to only several pounds of pressure. Most people can lift the lid with one hand. Unlike pulleys and weights, the LiteLid is self-contained in the kiln. No need to drill holes in the ceiling for pulleys. The LiteLid sharply reduces wear between the lid and the top rim of the firebrick. The truss and floating lid allow expansion of the lid. Ask competitors if their lid spring includes a truss and floating lid.

The 24” wide stand for 10 & 12-sided kilns supports the brick bottom with framing that is 4 ½” wide across the top of each side. The stand is rock-steady, with a 16-gauge frame and heavy 12-gauge legs.

If you move your TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln out of the way when not in use, order an optional deluxe kiln stand with steel casters.

Something to consider if you already own a 12-sided kiln: Why purchase a 10-sided kiln such as the TNF243 Ceramic & Pottery Kiln when you produce enough ware to fill a 12-sided kiln? It is because some wear fires more efficiently in a 10-sided kiln. Example: 10- and 12-sided kilns both fire four 10” wide bowls per shelf. When you own both sizes of kilns, you can choose the most efficient kiln for each size of ware. The 10-sided kiln is a good choice for those whose production depends on short firing cycles. Since 10-sided kilns are smaller than 12-sided, they can heat and cool faster. The 10-sided shelves are lighter than the 12-sided and easier to lift.

A heavy galvanized steel base covers the reversible brick bottom completely. It folds up under the stainless case on all sides to strengthen the firing chamber. This is one more assurance that your Paragon kiln is built to last.

You will be amazed at the convenience of digital firing. The reliable solid-state Sentry controller continually monitors the firing so you can spend your time productively without closely watching the kiln. (Please remember to check the kiln during firing and monitor it near the expected shutoff time.) The sealed touchpad keeps out dust and is easy to wipe clean.

The controller has powerful features that you will enjoy using. Yet we have also worked hard to make the controller user-friendly.

Do you ever wonder how much electricity your kiln uses? The digital controller can figure this out for you with the press of a button. Find out how little a kiln costs to fire. Learn to conserve energy by experimenting with firing speed, load density, etc.

Other Features of the TNF243 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln

• 2”-high blank bricks in the top row of sidewall bricks
• Sectional design for easier maintenance and moving through narrow passageways
• Sections secured with deluxe twist-lock spring latches
• Lock-in lid support
• Large, tapered peepholes
• Ventilated switch box
• Hand lifts
• Dropped, recessed brick grooves—no pins needed
• Heavy-duty elements
• Dust-free coating in the peepholes, both sides of the lid, and the top rim of the firebrick
• Heavy-gauge stainless steel case
• Operating instructions silk-screened on the switch box
• Certified to CSA & UL Standard 499
• Full-formed galvanized steel base plate