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Paragon F120 Glass Annealing Kiln with Mandrel HolderIncludes mandrel pointsParagon F-120 Lamp Working KilnAnneal large glass figurines in the digital Paragon F-120 lamp working kiln. Raise the spring-loaded vertical-drop door to insert a glass figurine with a punty rod. Lower the door. The punty rod extends outside the firing chamber through the smaller 2” x 8” punty rod door. This allows the glass to anneal safely. You can make figurines up to 5” tall in the Paragon F-120. Maintain the annealing temperature indefinitely with the Sentinel Touch controller. The ease of operation of this electric glass kiln will delight you. Never before has lamp work been so easy in this price range. Imagine the massive, award-winning figurines you will make with this electric glass kiln. Features of the Sentinel Touch controllerThe Sentinel Touch controller is packed with features. It includes two modes: Single Speed and 8-segment Ramp-Hold.Fire to a single temperature at a single speed in the simplified Single Speed mode.Design programs with up to 8 segments (steps) in Ramp-Hold 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.Add Hold Time during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.Control both heating and cooling in Ramp-Hold.Check the program you are about to fire with Program Review.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 °CThermocouple 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 WarrantyLED 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.Pinless element groovesThe Paragon F-120 elements are mounted in pinless grooves in the 3” thick firebrick roof. The element coils are wider than the groove opening, so the elements stay in place without pins. With the element in the top, you can also fuse and slump glass. Imagine the glass you could sag, slump, and fuse with this electric glass kiln. Make small pendants, earrings, cufflinks, and even bracelets. Enjoy the glittering beauty of dichroics. Basic electric glass kiln featuresOn/off switchSafety pilot lightElectrical components stay cool in a slotted base.Precisely balanced spring-loaded vertical-drop doorThermocouple with high-nickel stainless steel sheath for long lifeRare earth magnets hold the 2” x 8” punty rod door open or closed.Stainless steel sheet metal screwsOptional mercury relay availableTUV tested to UL and CSA standards.Made in the USAPinless element grooves3” thick insulating refractory firebricks in the roof; 2 1/2” thick firebrick walls and bottomOptional deluxe mercury relayYou can order the optional deluxe mercury relay, which controls the cycling of the heating elements. The relay is industrial grade and heavy-duty for extra long life. Glass artists cherish the dependability of the mercury relay. Made in AmericaThis electric glass kiln is made at the Paragon factory in Mesquite, Texas, which is about 20 minutes east of Dallas. Our kilns are not merely assembled—they are hand crafted by skilled workers. Fifty-one percent of them have been with Paragon for over a decade. Even the instruction manuals are printed by offset at our Mesquite, Texas factory. Tested by TUVAnd for your safety, the F-120 is tested by TUV, Germany’s leading testing lab, to meet UL and CSA standards.Instruction manualIncluded with your electric glass kiln is a 16-page controller instruction manual and a quick start programming guide, all written in plain English and fully illustrated. SpecificationsMax. Temperature2350F 1287CAmps13Phase1Watts3073Nema6-20RBreaker Size20Circuit Copper Wire Size12 gaugeTUV tested to CSA and UL Standard 499NCENControl TypeDigitalVoltage240Hertz60Nema DetailsDisclaimer: 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.Kiln TypeFront Loading SquareSides4Understanding Chamber MeasurementsChamber Volume0.48 CU.FT. 13.59 litresChamber Width11.00 IN 279 mmChamber Depth18.00 IN 457 mmChamber Height4.25 IN 108 mmThe Outer Size of the Kiln and the Shipping Size: Width = Left to Right; Depth = Front to Back; Height = Top to BottomOuter Size20.00W x 32.00D x 18.00H Inches 508W x 813D x 457H mmShip Size29.00W x 38.00D x 30.00H Inches 737W x 965D x 762H mmShip Weight186.00 Lbs. 84.37 Kg.Doorway Clearance Needed20.00 Inches 508.00 mmShip Method & NotationsThis Kiln Ships Via TruckPart NumberS1606-15 * Base Model
