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Slightly right-angled view of opened, round-shaped AF 2829 ceramics-pottery kiln from Jen-Ken, with 3" chamber brick, sitting on a small metal stand with full view of the electrical box and Orton AutoFire 4000 12-button controller.

Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" Ceramic/Pottery Kiln

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$5,635.00
$4,508.00

Built for busy studios, this spacious kiln features 3" brick insulation, smooth lid lifters, and powerful digital controls for reliable Cone-6 everyday use and Cone-8 performance. Optional direct-wire power and upgrades support high-volume firing with efficiency and consistency.

Important Details:

  • Chamber size: 28" W x 29" H
  • Volume: 10.33 cubic feet
  • Maximum temperature: 2300°F
  • Electrical: 45A and 55A configs available
  • See specifications tab for details
Controller selection
Relay selection
Furniture selection

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Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" Ceramic & Pottery Kiln — High-Capacity Cone 8 Studio Workhorse

The Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" is engineered for serious ceramic studios, community programs, and educational settings that need reliable, repeatable results firing after firing. With generous 28" width and 29" depth, this kiln delivers outstanding load capacity — ideal for high-volume low-fire production and mid-range Cone 6 work, with the ability to reach Cone 8 and even Cone 10 on a controlled slow-fire schedule.

The 3" firebrick insulation comes standard, providing superior heat retention, energy efficiency, and extended element life — a must for studios firing multiple loads per week. Integrated lid lifters make opening effortless, improving safety and ease of use in busy environments.

This model includes a plug-in 45A / 240V configuration for most studios, or choose the 55A direct-wire option for maximum power and longer element life during heavy-use firing cycles.

Whether you’re firing functional stoneware, low-fire production ware, school projects, or complex glaze loads, the AF 2829 brings professional performance and long-term durability to your studio.

Choose Your Controller

Standard: Orton AutoFire 4000 12-Key Controller
Pre-programmed cone-fire schedules + 9 user programs for custom cycles, mid-fire edits, holds, and skips.

Upgrade Options:

  • Orton AutoFire Slide Touchscreen
    Touch interface with PID accuracy and flexible ramp/hold programs.

  • TAP Touchscreen Smart Controller by SDS Industries
    Intuitive touchscreen, unlimited stored programs, Wi-Fi connectivity (dongle optional), remote monitoring, and automatic software updates for full-studio control.

Optional Upgrades

Solid State Relays (SSRs)
Near-silent firing with smoother temperature control, longer relay life, and improved element performance — ideal for frequent firers and long holds.

Furniture Kit
Shelves, posts, and kiln wash for multi-layer loading and even heat circulation — perfect for bisque, glaze, clay classes, and batch production.

Key Features

  • Massive 28" × 29" firing chamber — great for large loads and tall work

  • Standard 3" brick insulation for efficiency + consistent heat retention

  • Fires up to Cone 8, Cone 10 achievable with controlled slow-hold firing

  • Standard 45A / 240V plug-in — 55A direct-wire available

  • Lid lifters standard for effortless opening

  • Sectional option available for tight spaces/doorways

  • Designed for studio-scale production and school use

  • Includes stand, manual & 2-year limited warranty

Built to Perform. Built to Last.

With exceptional insulation, a large firing chamber, and industry-leading digital control options, the Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" delivers smooth, repeatable, professional firing performance every time. Perfect for high-capacity studios, production potters, and ceramic programs that demand reliability.

  • Model: AF 2829 3"
  • Inside Chamber Dimensions: 28" W x 29" H
  • Cubic Feet: 10.33
  • Maximum Temperature: 2300°F/1260°C
  • Elements: side firing
  • Kiln weight: 300 pounds
  • Volts: 240
  • Amperage: 45A with NEMA 6-50 Plug, 55A direct wired
  • Watts: 10,800 with 45A config, 13,200 with 55A config
  • Breaker: 60 amp for 45A config, 70A for 55A config
  • Circuit wire gauge: 6 with 45A config, 4 with 55A config

The furniture kit option includes:

  • 4 layers of shelves: 8 half
  • 6 each: 1, 2, 4, and 6 inch posts
  • 1 pound of shelf primer

Estimated order-to-ship lead time is approximately 6 weeks.

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Description

Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" Ceramic & Pottery Kiln — High-Capacity Cone 8 Studio Workhorse

The Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" is engineered for serious ceramic studios, community programs, and educational settings that need reliable, repeatable results firing after firing. With generous 28" width and 29" depth, this kiln delivers outstanding load capacity — ideal for high-volume low-fire production and mid-range Cone 6 work, with the ability to reach Cone 8 and even Cone 10 on a controlled slow-fire schedule.

The 3" firebrick insulation comes standard, providing superior heat retention, energy efficiency, and extended element life — a must for studios firing multiple loads per week. Integrated lid lifters make opening effortless, improving safety and ease of use in busy environments.

This model includes a plug-in 45A / 240V configuration for most studios, or choose the 55A direct-wire option for maximum power and longer element life during heavy-use firing cycles.

Whether you’re firing functional stoneware, low-fire production ware, school projects, or complex glaze loads, the AF 2829 brings professional performance and long-term durability to your studio.

Choose Your Controller

Standard: Orton AutoFire 4000 12-Key Controller
Pre-programmed cone-fire schedules + 9 user programs for custom cycles, mid-fire edits, holds, and skips.

Upgrade Options:

  • Orton AutoFire Slide Touchscreen
    Touch interface with PID accuracy and flexible ramp/hold programs.

  • TAP Touchscreen Smart Controller by SDS Industries
    Intuitive touchscreen, unlimited stored programs, Wi-Fi connectivity (dongle optional), remote monitoring, and automatic software updates for full-studio control.

Optional Upgrades

Solid State Relays (SSRs)
Near-silent firing with smoother temperature control, longer relay life, and improved element performance — ideal for frequent firers and long holds.

Furniture Kit
Shelves, posts, and kiln wash for multi-layer loading and even heat circulation — perfect for bisque, glaze, clay classes, and batch production.

Key Features

  • Massive 28" × 29" firing chamber — great for large loads and tall work

  • Standard 3" brick insulation for efficiency + consistent heat retention

  • Fires up to Cone 8, Cone 10 achievable with controlled slow-hold firing

  • Standard 45A / 240V plug-in — 55A direct-wire available

  • Lid lifters standard for effortless opening

  • Sectional option available for tight spaces/doorways

  • Designed for studio-scale production and school use

  • Includes stand, manual & 2-year limited warranty

Built to Perform. Built to Last.

With exceptional insulation, a large firing chamber, and industry-leading digital control options, the Jen-Ken AF 2829 3" delivers smooth, repeatable, professional firing performance every time. Perfect for high-capacity studios, production potters, and ceramic programs that demand reliability.

Specifications
  • Model: AF 2829 3"
  • Inside Chamber Dimensions: 28" W x 29" H
  • Cubic Feet: 10.33
  • Maximum Temperature: 2300°F/1260°C
  • Elements: side firing
  • Kiln weight: 300 pounds
  • Volts: 240
  • Amperage: 45A with NEMA 6-50 Plug, 55A direct wired
  • Watts: 10,800 with 45A config, 13,200 with 55A config
  • Breaker: 60 amp for 45A config, 70A for 55A config
  • Circuit wire gauge: 6 with 45A config, 4 with 55A config

The furniture kit option includes:

  • 4 layers of shelves: 8 half
  • 6 each: 1, 2, 4, and 6 inch posts
  • 1 pound of shelf primer
Current lead times

Estimated order-to-ship lead time is approximately 6 weeks.

Why Buy From Us

We get it. You've got a lot of choices when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at Pottery Pulse.

Customer Reviews

If this specific product has already been reviewed, you will find it below all the product information tabs, and above the "You may also like..." section.

If it has not, you can still find all reviews left from Pottery Pulse customers at this Reviews page on our site. Please click that link and read what other customers are saying as you consider whether or not to provide your business to Pottery Pulse.

We are confident we sell outstanding products from outstanding manufacturers, and that we'll top the best customer experience you can find anywhere. We are devoted to our customers because we simply are out of business without them.

Simply put, you could say that makes you the center of our universe.