These kilns do not include a controller. Each customer has different requirements, and so kilns are not available to purchase online. You must call to discuss the correct controller for you, which is then added to the price of the kiln listed here. The controllers and prices can be seen under Kiln Accessories, Temperature Control.

All Potterycrafts front loading kilns are now all fitted with padlock provision for extra security.

All our kilnscarry a three year warranty (excluding elements), further proof of our commitment to quality. Our technical staff are on hand to offer advice and assistance with all of your kilns and firing questions. For repairs and servicing we have service engineers based in our factory backed up by a network of independent engineers around the UK.

P5900 Test Kiln

The P5900 is a small bench mounted kiln designed for test firing clays and glazes withouthaving to fire a large kiln.These kilns are constructed of a low thermal mass insulation brick with a high grade backup insulation board this is all enclosed within a high quality pressed steel powder coated frame.
Kanthal A1spiral wound elements are used to heat the kiln, the elements are located in grooves within the side walls of the kiln to allow uniform heat distribution throughout the chamber.
All Test Kilns are CE marked and have microswitches fitted to break full load upon opening the kiln to comply with both UK and European legislation, in addition to this all Potterycrafts Test kilns are now fitted with two contactors as standard to give greater protection against possible overfires, when used in conjunction with our range of microprocessor controllers.

All Potterycrafts kilns are ROHS and WEEE compliant

Type 'R' thermocouples fitted as standard on UK kilns.
All kilns are fitted with a Harting socket for easy controller connection.
Furniture set available

Technical Details

Model	Max Temp °C	Firing Capacity Ltrs (cu/ft)	Chamber W x D x H cm (inches)	External W x D x H cm (inches)	Weight	kW	Supply Required Single - 3 Phase
P5900	1300°C	9 (0.32)	18 x 23 x 23cm (7" x 9" x 9")	36 x 55.3 x 46cm (14¼" x 21¾" x 18")	75Kg	2.5	13 n/a

Firing Costs for a 2.5kW P5900 Kiln.
A Typical 8 hour bisque firing, up to a temperature of 1050°C using a rate of 12p per kW per hour. These figures are an estimation only, all kilns and firings are unique.

Costing your own firing
A=Kilowatt rating of kiln (taken from data plate).
B=Firing times in hours x 0.6 (since the kiln is only on full power towards the end of its cycle).
C=Cost per kilowatt/unit (taken from your electricity bill)

Example
A x B x C = 2.5kW x 8 x (12 x 0.6) = £1.44p for a typical 8 hour bisque firing.

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