The Alpha in Glass Fusing: Olympic Kilns Square 146GFE
The First and Best Square Glass Kiln for Your Creative Needs
The Olympic Kilns Square 146GFE is designed for glass artists who demand precision and flexibility in their projects. With interior dimensions of 14.5″ wide x 14.5″ deep x 6″ high, this kiln offers a compact yet spacious chamber ideal for glass fusing, forming, and precious metal clay (PMC) work. The Square 146GFE combines versatility and power, making it the perfect kiln for both beginners and seasoned artists, firing up to 1550°F/843°C.
Multiple Loading Configurations for Maximum Convenience
The Square 146GFE is designed to offer the ultimate flexibility in loading your work. You can choose from three different loading configurations: top load only, clamshell lid only, or both. This range of options makes the 146GFE incredibly versatile, allowing you to select the loading style that best fits your workflow and creative process.
Dual-Element System for Precision Control
The Square 146GFE features a dual-element system, with a lid element dedicated to the fusing stage and a body element for ramping, annealing, and cooling. A built-in selector switch on the electrical box lets you choose between the lid or body element, ensuring you have full control over the firing process, adapting to your project’s specific needs for precision and efficiency.
Advanced Features for Enhanced Firing Control
The Square 146GFE comes standard with the Digital KilnStar controller, providing easy, accurate control over your firing schedules. The KilnStar’s intuitive interface ensures you can set your programs with confidence, making it perfect for all levels of experience.
For artists who want more advanced features, the Genesis Touchscreen controller upgrade offers a sleek, modern interface with customizable firing programs, real-time monitoring, and advanced functions like delay start and skip-step. This upgrade gives you unmatched precision and flexibility for even the most intricate glass projects.
Tailor Your Kiln for Maximum Efficiency
Customize the Square 146GFE with optional features to fit your specific needs, such as a quartz glass viewing window to monitor your work in real-time, a lid lift assist for easy opening and closing, and a bead door for quick and convenient annealing during firing cycles. These options ensure that the kiln can be fine-tuned to suit your artistic vision and workflow.
Effortless Mobility and Safety
Make relocation within your workspace simple with the optional stand with caster wheels, giving you the flexibility to move the kiln wherever you need it. For added safety, consider the automatic lid shutoff switch, which cuts power to the heating elements when the kiln is opened, ensuring protection for both you and your projects during operation.
Optimize Your Workspace with a Furniture Kit
Enhance the use of your kiln with a furniture kit designed for the Square 146GFE. This kit includes two layers of 13" x 13" square shelving, assorted small square posts (4 each of ½", 1", and 2" posts), and two square feet of ceramic paper. These accessories maximize your kiln's firing space and help protect your kiln and your creations.
Innovative Solid State Relay for Enhanced Performance
Upgrade to a solid state relay for faster element cycling, superior temperature control, and extended element life. This energy-efficient relay improves the overall firing process by providing precise control and reducing wear and tear on the kiln’s components, ensuring longevity and reliability.
Your Art, Your Way with the Olympic Kilns Square 146GFE
The Square 146GFE is more than just a kiln—it’s a cornerstone for your artistic expression. With multiple loading configurations, advanced control options, and customizable features, it’s the ideal tool for glass artists looking to take their work to the next level. Choose the Olympic Kilns Square 146GFE for precision, flexibility, and reliability, and bring your most intricate glass projects to life with ease.
