Olympic FL-4.5 Front Loading Electric Kiln
The Olympic FL-4.5 is a compact front-loading electric kiln that delivers professional-grade performance in a smaller footprint. Whether you're a studio artist working with limited space or a school looking for a reliable classroom kiln, the FL-4.5 makes it easy to load, fire, and unload your work with minimal effort and maximum consistency.
Key Features
- Front-loading door for effortless loading — no reaching over the top
- Fires to cone 10 (2350°F / 1287°C)
- Digital controller for precise, repeatable temperature control
- Heavy-duty 3" firebrick insulation for superior heat retention and energy efficiency
- Durable stainless steel exterior
- Available for 240, 208 or 480 volt power electrical service
- Compact 4.5 cubic foot interior — ideal for smaller studios and classrooms
Perfect for Smaller Studios
The FL-4.5 gives you all the power and reliability of Olympic's larger front-loaders in a size that fits where you need it. Load your bisque or glaze work through the front door, set your firing program, and let Olympic's proven technology do the rest — cone after cone, firing after firing.
Specifications
- Model: FL-4.5
- SKU: OLFL45
- Manufacturer: Olympic Kilns
- Loading Style: Front Loading
- Max Temperature: Cone 10 (2350°F)
- Voltage: 240V, 208 or 480v
- Interior Capacity: Approx. 4.5 cubic feet
| Model | FL4.5E | Wiring Specifications | 1 Phase | 3 Phase | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car Kiln Option Available | NA | Volts | 208 | 240 | 208 | 240 |
| Inside Chamber Dimensions | 18 x 18 x 24 | Amps | 40 | 36 | 27 | 24 |
| Cubic Feet | 4.5 | Watts | 8,640 | |||
| Outside Dimensions | 40 x 34 x 58 | Breaker Required | 50 Amp | 50 Amp | 40 Amp | 30 Amp |
| Brick Thickness | 4.5” + 1″ Fiber | Plug Configuration | NEMA 6-50 | Direct Wired | ||
| Max Temperature | Cone 10 – 2350°F / 1288°C | Copper Wire Size | #6, #4 if over 40 ft | |||
| Shipping Weight | 740 lbs | |||||
| Weight | 740 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 40 × 34 × 58 in |
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