Paragon Enameling Collar For Caldera Kilns
Caldera-E Enameling Collar
The Caldera-E collar stacks onto the modular
Caldera or Caldera-S, adding 6 3/4” of height to the kiln. The
Caldera-E collar has a 7 ½” x 4” copper enameling door on the side. Now
you can explore the exciting art of copper enameling without having to
buy a front-loading enameling kiln. The door is large enough for small
enameling pieces such as pendants. The kiln ships with a rare earth
magnet to hold the enameling door open, and a stainless steel bead
mandrel holder. The mandrel holder attaches to the front of the kiln.
1500 F maximum temperature
The Caldera-E kiln collar has no heating elements. For this reason, the Caldera-E collar will slow down the
firing rate of the Caldera and Caldera-S and reduce the maximum
temperature to 1500°F (815°C). The electric kiln collar is made of 2 ½” thick hand-selected insulating refractory firebricks. The firebricks, wrapped
in heavy-gauge stainless steel, store heat for minimal heat loss after
opening the door to remove a copper piece.
Please be aware when firing the Caldera with any collar in place, the maximum temperature is reduced. Enameling Collar – 1500°F; Bead Collar – 2000°F; Extension Collar – 2000°F
Rugged construction
To strengthen the firing chamber, the
firebrick corners are fitted together with L-shaped notches. This type
of joint lasts longer than the butted joint and the "picture frame"
mitered joint found on competitive brands. Rugged construction makes
this kiln a real workhorse. For each maintenance, the stainless steel
case includes case tighteners. The quality Caldera-E kiln collar is proudly made in the U.S.A.
Imagine the beautiful copper enameling you could make in this Paragon Caldera kiln. The Caldera-E bead collar will give you a haven
of creative enjoyment that you will especially appreciate when life
gets hectic.
The Caldera-E can ship by UPS. Enjoy lower
shipping cost and faster service. Specially designed cartons and foam
padding assure that the kiln will arrive safely to your door.
Warning for the Caldera Kiln Equipped with a Lid Safety Switch and Collar
The Paragon Caldera kiln was intended to be a stackable kiln with a separate lid and bottom. However, the lid must be
hinged to the Caldera body when a lid safety switch is installed. To
stabilize a Caldera kiln that has a hinged lid, we attach the kiln body
and kiln bottom together with two latches.
If an unlatched kiln collar (enameling, bead, or extension) is mounted between the Caldera body and the kiln bottom, care must be taken when opening the hinged lid. Do not open the lid past 90 degrees (where the lid is straight up) unless the lid leans against a heat-proof support behind the Paragon Caldera kiln.
Made in the USA
The Caldera-E is proudly made in Mesquite,
Texas by skilled craftspeople. Not only that, but phone calls during
business hours are answered by a live person at the Mesquite factory. We
are open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time Monday through
Thursday. Call us—we would enjoy hearing from you. Our customer service
representatives will be glad to help you after the sale, even long after
the kiln is out of warranty, and at no charge.
Specifications
Max. Temperature |
1500F 815C |
Amps |
0 |
Phase |
0 |
Watts |
0 |
Nema |
0 |
Breaker Size |
0 |
Circuit Copper Wire Size |
0 gauge |
TUV tested to CSA and UL Standard 499 |
N |
CE |
N |
Control Type |
No Control System
|
Voltage |
N/A |
Hertz |
|
Disclaimer: 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.
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Kiln Type Top Loading Square
Sides 4
Understanding Chamber Measurements
Chamber Volume 0.25 CU.FT 7.08 litres
Chamber Length 8.00 IN 203 mm
Chamber Width 8.00 IN 203 mm
Chamber Depth 6.75 IN 171 mm
The Outer Size of the Kiln and the Shipping Size: Width = Left to Right; Depth = Front to Back; Height = Top to Bottom
Outer Size 15.00W x 14.00D x 6.75H Inches
Ship Size 25.00W x 18.00D x 18.00H Inches
Ship Weight 21.00 Lbs.
Ship Method & Notations This Kiln Accessory Ships Via UPS
Part Number S074328 * Base Model