Jen-Ken AF3C 11/9 Ceramic Kiln

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Jen-Ken

Description taken from Soul Ceramics website- Want to save significantly on your order and don't mind waiting? You're in luck! We can also order these direct from the factory for you - simply order from this product page (https://offerup.com/redirect/?o=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc291bGNlcmFtaWNzLmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9qZW4ta2VuLWFmM2MtMTEtOS1jZXJhbWljLWtpbG4=). The Jen-Ken AF3C 11/9 Ceramic Kiln is the perfect kiln for new ceramic hobbyists and is made to perform perfect for 04-06 cone low-firings! This kiln is great for small pieces, test firings, and perfecting designs. The Orton AF3C controller comes equipped with easy to use Cone Fire programs. The AF3C 11/9 can also be used for fusing and slumping glass.  We promise to have the lowest price online for this kiln, and will always beat any competitor's price. We also offer free shipping on all standard orders, so the price you see here is the price you pay.  This kiln comes with the following free accessories:         Stand         Manual This kiln operates on a standard home outlet at 120V and 15A. The capabilities of this kiln in a small package are impressive to achieve. In order to reach this kilns full potential - please ensure your working environment is setup properly. Jen-Ken recommends this to run on a dedicated 20A circuit, and that the voltage provided is a full 120V (i.e. Not 110V or 115V). Solid State Relay A Solid State Relay is hands down the best investment you can make in your kiln! The relay is what controls the power cycling of the elements in the kiln and they need to be able to withstand a ton of power as they do so. The solid state relays are incredibly efficient compared to the standard mechanical relays and are able to operate at much faster speeds. What this equates to is incredibly tight temperature control for accurate firings, longer element life, and savings on your electrical bill! The standard mechanical relays have moving parts which cause wear and tear over the years and will eventually need to be replaced; however with a solid state relay it's likely to last the entire life of the kiln! You will save you money and time by never needing to worry about this in the future! Controller Selection Jen-Ken has close relationships with the manufacturers of a variety of digital controllers, such as those from SDS Industries and Orton. This means you will have nothing but the best the best in terms of performance and accuracy in your firings. With a selection of multiple controllers available - you can choose exactly what fits your needs. TAP Touchscreen Smart Controller by SDS Industries The top of the line. The bread and butter. The cream of the crop. The controller for those who want to make their lives easier, improve their craft, and make incredible quali ty products. Orton AutoFire 12-Key (AF/AFG) Controller The Orton AutoFire 3000 12-Key (AF/AFG) controller has 12 keys for programming. The Orton AF 12-key supports up to 4 custom firing programs. Orton controllers use P-I-D control algorithms to tightly control kiln temperature. This eliminates temperature cycling. Cycling occurs when the controller turns the kiln on or off in a way where the actual temperature does not closely follow the desired firing schedule. Orton controllers store all of the program information in memory when shut off. This is helpful for if power is lost in the middle of a firing, the controller remembers how far the program has progressed and determines if it can resume once power has been restored. The AutoFire controller can add hold time to firings already in progress, edit programs in progress, and even skip in progress! These are some of the most useful features that are offered in both the TAP and AF 12-key controllers. algorithms to tightly control kiln temperature. This eliminates temperature cycling. Cycling occurs when the controller turns the kiln on or off in a way where the actual temperature does not closely follow the desired firing schedule. Orton controllers store all of the program information in memory when shut off. This is helpful for if power is lost in the middle of a firing, the controller remembers how far the program has progressed and determines if it can resume once power has been restored. algorithms to tightly control kiln temperature. This eliminates temperature cycling. Cycling occurs when the controller turns the kiln on or off in a way where the actual temperature does not closely follow the desired firing schedule. Orton controllers store all of the program information in memory when shut off. This is helpful for if power is lost in the middle of a firing, the controller remembers how far the program has progressed and determines if it can resume once power has been restored. The AutoFire controller can add hold time to firings already in progress, edit programs in progress, and even skip in progress! These are some of the most useful features that are offered in both the TAP and AF 12-key controllers.