Denice

I just got back from a trip to the MT Rushmore area and haven't heard any thing about the kiln.   They said it would take 6 weeks to get one.   I have a AIM test kiln that is 27 years old, it needs rewiring again and isn't computer controlled.    With the newer cone 5\6 glazes needing to be down fired or hold I decided to go with a computerized test kiln.   I read nothing but good reviews on the paragon caldera.  I bought the one that is slightly larger,  I am already wired for it.   If your looking for a kiln you can do small production in you should buy a larger kiln,  I believe the Caldera is 10x10 inches.   I will probably be asking a lot of questions on the forum when I receive it, my first computerized kiln.    Denice

Hi Denice,
I´m following.

Can I ask what you mean by "computerized" kiln?  Do you mean the controller is computerized and operates the kiln?

Thanks, Jen

I have never used one but from what I have read the controller has several preset firing programs.   The controller will increase  the temperature  at the right time until the firing is finished.  Some of them have customized programs you can make for down firing or holding.  It depends on the controller on the kiln.  My kiln was delivered today,  I haven't unpacked it yet,  the packing slip said the interior space was 7.5x7.5x8.0.   Slightly larger than my old AIM test kiln.  I need to straighten up my kiln room and pack up the AIM kiln  before I unpack the Paragon.    Denice