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02/15/10

Kiln Controllers Take the Guess Work out of Kiln Firing

Using a manually fired kiln can be an exercise in frustration and often results in ruined projects and wasted glass.  Using a programmable controller allows you to run your kiln accurately and effortlessly.  Set the program, hit the start button and go. You will get reproducible results without having to hover about your kiln watching the needle on the pyrometer.

EvenHeat gives you two choices:

  • RampMaster III, with the greatest set of features
  • SetPro, not as many bells and whistles, but easy to set and go
EvenHeat controllers are available as a factory installed option for your kiln. They can also be purchased separately to run an existing kiln (see Wall Mount RampMaster II below).  EvenHeat controllers use computer technology to give you accurate and consistent control for each firing.

Check the features:
 

 
RMIII SetPro Programming Features
12 4 Number of custom programs you can store
32 8 Maximum number of segments for each program
#   Express Mode: Allows you to enter COE of the glass you are firing, your firing style (slumping, tack fuse, full fuse or casting) and the speed you wish to fire at to quickly program your firing with only a few keystrokes.
#   Delay Feature:  Allows you to specify the amount of time before a program starts after pressing the "start" button. Up to 100 hours of delay is possible. Perfect if your electricity is metered for "off peak" usage.
# # Hold:  Allows you to specify an amount of time to hold (soak) the end temperature of a segment
#   Alarm:  You can set a temperature that will trigger the buzzer to alert you
#   Beginning of Process Alarm: Lets you know when your program enters the process phase
#   End of Process Alarm: Notifies you when the program wraps up the process phase and enters the annealing phase.
#   Back Up:  Allows you to back up one step while programming
#   Configuration Menus:  Allow you to custom configure "add time" and "add temperature" features and more
#   Diagnostics: Built in troubleshooting features
# # Bright LED Display: Display shows 4 characters in large, easy to read from across the room format.
#   KISS (Kiln Interface Software System) compatible
    On-The-Fly Capabilities
#   Power Tame:  You can control the lid elements independently of the side elements with out needing to add infinite switches
#   Suspend the Firing: You can hold the firing at the displayed temperature for up to 15 minutes. Your program then resumes where you suspended the firing. Also called "Pause"
# # Skip Segment: You can advance the firing to the next segment immediately
# # View Segment: Controller will show you the current segment that is running
# # Review Program:  This feature shows you the details fo the last program used or the program currently running
# # Recall Program: You can quickly select a saved program to run
# # Add Time: Allows the addition to the hold time in increments of 5 minutes
# # Add Temperature: Allows the addition of 5° increments to your set point.
  WALL MOUNT CONTROLLERS
 

The SetPro and RampMaster III Controllers are also available as a Wall Mount unit for use with an existing manually controlled kiln.  The manually controlled kiln is "plugged into" into the Wall Mount Control. The Wall Mount is then "plugged into" the power supply. Beyond that, the thermocouple is inserted into the kiln and it's ready to go!

What do I need to know when purchasing a Wall Mount Controller?
You'll need to provide the voltage, phase, amperage and plug configuration of the kiln.  Voltage, phase and amperage is found on the kiln nameplate. To determine plug configuration either contact an electrician or look to our receptacles chart below.

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VOLTS AMPS NEMA
CONFIG		 RECEP-TACLE PRICE & ORDERING INFO FOR SETPRO VERSION

PRICE & ORDERING INFO FOR RAMPMASTER VERSION
120V 15A 5-20 List Price $430.00
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#767015-SP

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#767015
120V 20A 5-20 List Price $435.00
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#7670-SP

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240V 20A 6-20 List Price $435.00
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#7671-SP

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240V 30A 6-30 List $515.00
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#7672-SP

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240V 50A 6-50 List $580.00
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#7673-SP

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#7673
240V 60A Direct Wire N/A List $560.00
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#7674-SP

 List Price $655.00
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#7674
Note: All Wall Mount controllers are a special order items, built for your specific kiln.  Please allow 1-2 weeks for factory lead time plus delivery time.
Note: All Three Phase wired Wall Mounts are direct wired, there is no plug/receptacle. Additional cost may be involved on Three Phase models, please call for details
Note: These controllers use a type K thermocouple. Type S thermocouples are available at extra cost.
Don't see the plug/receptacle you need? Just e-mail us with the details and we can special order the proper item for you.
 Our Wednesday Walk-in Discount DOES NOT apply to Wall Mount Controllers.
  PYROMETERS
 

ANALOG PYROMETER (#7641-A) is the conventional dial and needle type. Allows you to monitor your kiln temperature.  With thermocouple, wire and ceramic sheath.  Easy to install instructions.  $121.88
 

DIGITAL PYROMETER (#7641-D) is super easy to read. No squinting at needles to see if it is reading 1200° or 1210°.  Big liquid crystal display shows the exact temperature in numerals that you can read from across the room.  With thermocouple, wire and ceramic sheath. Quick installation. $222.30

  Our Wednesday Walk-in Discount on Pyrometers is 5%
 

NOTE REGARDING KILN PRICING AND OUR WEDNESDAY WALK-IN DISCOUNT
Our Wednesday Walk In Discount is applied to kilns and certain kiln accessories as follows:

  • In stock kilns, kiln shelves, and pyrometers are subject to a 5% discount on Wednesdays to walk in customers only. Sorry, but mail, phone or internet orders do NOT have the discount applied. See our Wednesday Discount page for details.
  • Only in stock kilns have the discount applied. Special order kilns and wall mount controllers are not eligible for the discount.
  • The 5% discount rate is noted for each specific item.
 

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