Paragon TNF233 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln

If you have difficulty loading deep kilns, we recommend the 22 ¼” deep Paragon TNF233 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln. If you need extra firing capacity in a short kiln, consider the 12-sided TNF273.

Studio and Production Sized Kiln

During busy seasons when orders are backlogged, you will be grateful you own a dependable TNF233 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.

Built to Last

The 10-sided TNF233 Series kiln comes in deluxe 3” thick sidewalls, lid, and bottom. This is 20% thicker than the standard 2 ½” thick bricks. Since the TNF233 Series kiln is designed to fire porcelain and stoneware, it will easily handle low-fire ware.

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 Lite Lid 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.

This kiln features a top row of 2” high blank wall bricks. Since the brick is without element grooves, it is less susceptible to damage during loading than a grooved brick.

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 accommodates the Orton KilnVent. The stand is rock-steady, with a 16-gauge frame and heavy 12-gauge legs.

If you move your TNF233 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 TNF233 Series 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 touch screen Sentinel Xpress 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 TNF233 10 Sided Ceramic and Pottery Kiln

• 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