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Please Note

Kilncare IKON Electric Top Loaders

• Kilncare was formed in 1982 by kiln engineer Brian Sherwin - there are now three generations of Sherwins in the company.
• Kilncare have a solid reputation for high quality, relaible glass annealing and fusing kilns going back 40 years - several years ago they applied their knowledge for energy efficiency and innovative design to electric top loaders for ceramics and developed the IKON range - and are still working on it for further sizes.
• These kilns are produced in Stoke on Trent using locally manufactured controllers and a heritage of quality to make a premium kiln.
• Kilncare’s own service engineers are available to maintain the kilns and supply spare parts and elements
• The IKON has a 36 month guarantee (excl elements)

We  are happy to spend as much time as you want discussing your needs

to ensure it is the right kiln for you.

See below for the “UK List Price” including KRC32C Controller and optional Kiln Furniture Set.

Pallet delivery to your postcode to be added

We do suggest making a tube out of cardboard or wallpaper to better visualise the size that you need !

LEAD TIMES ON THESE KILNS ARE USUALLY 6 WEEKS - BUT WE USUALLY HAVE SOME IKON 46 (13 AMP PLUG-IN KILNS) READY FOR DESPATCH.

INTRODUCTORY OFFER - Big Discounts and Free Delivery see bottom of the page for models and prices

These kilns are British made by Kilncare of Stoke on Trent and been designed with innovative touches

Please note this price list does not include kilns

Strong skeleton sub frame

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The IKON is ultra strong due to the skeleton sub frame that the chamber sits on. A common issue with top loaders is the pressure and movement that is generated as the lid is open and closed and ultimately this will add strains to the chamber that can cause damage.

The skeleton sub frame effectively leaves the chamber free to sit there and simply do its planned job of heating the ware inside whilst the skeleton does all of the physical work.

Design Features

•     V46 Ultra-efficient with an average 1280c stoneware firing using only 18 units of electricity. 

•     1315c maximum temperature. (1200C on V61E)

•     Triple section lid seal including anti draught rope seal, brick to brick and lid insert.

•     Three layer chamber insulation including GX Micropore “super” insulation.

•     Double layer floor insulation with full stainless steel under plate.

•     Lower inlet port with shutter raised from the kiln floor to avoid debris blockage.

•     Upper exhaust port with shaped chimney and multi position shutter.

•     Lid and chamber made from 100% 304 brushed stainless steel.

•     Strong skeleton sub frame to absorb lid lifting and closing pressure.

•     Twin gas spring lid assist. One on either side to make lifting and closing an easy operation and avoid lid twist.

•     Twin lid clamps. One of either side to keep even lid pressure when closed, with padlock locking facility.

•     Kanthal A1 elements.

•     Element connections housed separately from power components to ensure cool running.

•     Low rear mounted and heavily ventilated power component box to keep the major components cool and away from residual heat generated by the chamber during firing.

•     Solid State Relay control switching for maximum reliability due to no moving parts and also near silent operation.

•     Dual contactor over fire protection circuit

•     Dual channel lid safety cut off switch

•     Dual contactor lid cut off circuit.

•     KCR32C 32 program, 32 segment controller.

•     KCR32C can be hand held to avoid kneeling by the kiln to set and program.

•     Keypad lock, power used, over fire protection, program pause, segment advance and 4 day delay are all features of the KCR32C.

•     Optional KCR32CWIFI internet access to kiln status and programs, real time monitoring from any device, anywhere with internet access via the Kilncare GATEway.

•     Twin rear solid castors.

•     Twin front swivel and lockable castors.

•     36 month guarantee on all parts excluding the elements. 

•     Built and designed  by Kilncare in the U.K.

Machined lid insert of three section seal.

The IKON has a unique three section lid seal that massively improves heat retention.

The first section is a machined insert in the brick lid that puts a brake on the heat before it reaches the second section, a traditional brick on brick contact which is what the majority of top loaders rely on as their only seal.

Section three is an outer anti-draught rope lining around the outside of the chamber that traps in any remaining heat that makes it through the first two sections of the seal.

Chamber exhaust shutter.

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Whilst chamber exhausts are common place on top loaders, the IKON is unique as it has a shutter that can vary the effectiveness of the exhaust, which is also larger than most, as well as close it all together when the efficiency of the kiln is most needed. This increases the efficiency of the kiln as it retains its heat when it most needs it.

Twin gas spring lid lifts.

The lid of the IKON is lifted with a gas spring on either side so that the pressure of lifting the lid is even across it and so vastly reducing twist and cross pressure on the brickwork. As mentioned previously, this is helped by the skeleton sub frame.

Twin gas springs ensure that the lid weight is counteracted to such a degree that even if the lid is accidentally knocked whilst in the vertical position, its decent will be controlled and not reult in brickwork damage.

Low level cool power panel.

The electrical components  are mounted at the rear of the kiln at low level. The mounting panel is highly ventillated and there is also an air space between the panel and the kiln chamber.

The ensures that the electrical components of the kiln are kept at minimum temperature which in turn vastly extends the life span of the components.

Inside this panel is the Solid State Relay which enables the kiln to have optimum control and due to there being no moving components in the Solid State Relay, there is no wear so ensuring maximum reliablity. No moving parts also means that the kiln is near silent in operation apart from the traditional buzz of the elements

KCR32C Controller - UK made controller

​ 32 programs - each with up to 32 segments.

 Each segment is a controlled heating/cooling ramp soak.

 Soak times up to nearly 100 hours.

 Ramp rates from 1 to 999°C/hour full.

 Program Pause & Advance facilities.

  Keyboard lockable.

  Delayed start facility - up to 4 days.

  Power failure recovery.

  Energy used display.

  Alarm relay with alarm buzzer.

  Mains power switch.

Wifi version available (though the non-wifi version can be pre-programmed by CTM with 15 gentle firing curves)