Paragon Fusion-16

Uses:  Glass Fusing    Glass Painting    Glass Slumping   

 

Paragon Fusion-16 Glass Fusing Kiln

Paragon’s square Fusion-16 digital glass kiln operates on a 120 volt outlet. Its square firing chamber makes it ideal for fusing glass tiles.

You can also fire small glass bowls, pendants, earrings, cufflinks, and even bracelets. Try out the newest glass techniques taught in seminars and books. Enjoy making stunning dichroic glass jewelry. Make gifts that your friends will treasure. When you own a Paragon Fusion-16, you can endlessly experiment with glass fusing.

The Fusion-16 heats from the top for even heat distribution across the glass surface. The lid elements are mounted in pinless element grooves. The elements do not need pins, because the element coils are wider than the groove opening.

Optional Ceramic Fiber Top

The standard Fusion-16 comes with an insulating firebrick top. You can also upgrade your kiln with the optional deluxe ceramic fiber top, which also has pinless element grooves. The fiber top helps keep the kiln interior even cleaner. The fiber lid is a result of our search for better ways to make kilns.

Reliability at the Heart of the Kiln

The Fusion-16 has a two-year warranty. The temperature sensor, called a thermocouple, is covered with high-nickel stainless steel sheath for long life. A heavy steel base supports the reversible brick bottom. These features are extra assurance that your Paragon kiln is built to last. No extra stand is needed.

The reliable Fusion-16 has two mechanical relays for long life. (The relays turn on the heating elements after receiving a signal from the digital controller.) The two relays in the Fusion-16 last longer than the single relay of competitive kilns, because less amperage goes through the dual relays of the Fusion-16.

In addition, you can order the mercury relay upgrade for your new kiln. The mercury relays are ordinarily found only on industrial kilns. The life of the quiet, reliable mercury relay has been measured in millions of on/off cycles.

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Convenient Features

For your convenience, flip the switch on the front panel to turn off power to the controller when the kiln is not in use. The large, comfortable wooden lid handle stays cool.

The Kiln Stand

Paragon Kilns are no longer shipped with a Kiln Stand included, but the optional Deluxe Rolling Stand is already Selected in the "Available Options" for addition at checkout.  Should you not need it, please uncheck the Kiln Stand Box

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The Fusion-16 control box has a durable high temperature, water-base finish. We chose water-base paint because of the low emissions during spraying. This creates a safer working environment for our employees and cuts down on pollution.

Optional Glass Window and Bead Door

Beginners and even experts love the optional high temperature 1” x 3” glass window. Watch every stage of fusing as your pieces begin to glow orange and then progress from tack fuse through full fuse. Watch the glass to fine-tune a digital program. (Always wear firing safety glasses, available from Paragon, while watching the glass through the window.)

You can even anneal glass beads with your Fusion-16. Order the optional bead door, which mounts to the front of the kiln. Use your kiln to safely cool even large, ornate beads through the annealing range.


The Paragon Fusion-16 is proudly made in Mesquite, Texas by skilled technicians.

The Optional Furniture Kit 

Glass must be fired on a ceramic shelf; never directly on the kiln firing chamber bottom.

1 – 14” x 15” x 5/8” Shelf

4 - 1” wide Square Posts, ½” long

1 lb. Bag Glass Separator

 

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Designed for production

Paragon’s warranty is not affected by frequency of use. Fire your new kiln every day if you want, even in commercial settings. That will have no effect on the warranty period.

Optional colors at no extra charge

Brighten your studio with color! Order your kiln in one of our standard colors at no extra charge . . . berry, black, blue, hot pink, jade, navy, purple, or turquoise.

Specifications

Max. Temperature

1700F
926C

Amps

20

Phase

1

Watts

2400

Nema

5-20R

Breaker Size

20

Circuit Copper Wire Size

12 gauge

TUV tested to CSA and UL Standard 499

Y

CE

Y

IMPORTANT: Some areas such as Canada and Europe require a lid or door safety switch on kilns.

Voltage

120

Hertz

60

Nema Details







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.

 

Kiln Type

Top Loading Square

Sides

4

Understanding Chamber Measurements

Chamber Volume

0.96 CU.FT.
27.18 litres

Chamber Length

16.00 IN
406 mm

Chamber Width

16.00 IN
406 mm

Chamber Depth

6.50 IN
165 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

29.50W x 24.00D x 34.50H Inches
749W x 610D x 876H mm

The external kiln height includes a 18.5" tall stand.

Ship Size

36.00W x 34.00D x 28.00H Inches
914W x 864D x 711H mm

Ship Weight

196.00 Lbs.
88.91 Kg.

Doorway Clearance Needed

29.50 Inches
749.30 mm

Ship Method & Notations

I

This Kiln Ships Via Truck