Kilncare IKON V46 Kiln
Instruction ManualDescription
Introducing the IKON. Built in the heart of The Potteries, the IKON has Ceramics running through its veins. The IKON has unbeatable performance, reliability and heritage and that is what makes it the PREMIUM kiln. Ultra-efficient with an average 1280°C stoneware firing using only 18 units of electricity. 1315°C maximum temperature.
13Amp Plug In Supply
The IKON V46 comes with a standard 13A plug and lead, allowing for you to simply plug it into the wall and get firing without having to worry about getting the kiln hardwired in! This also makes relocation a lot easier as you will just need to make sure that wherever it is going to has a socket.
Three Section Lid Seal.The IKON has a unique three section lid seal that massively improves heat retention. The first section is a machined insert in the brick lid that puts a brake on the heat before it reaches the second section, a traditional brick on brick contact which is what the majority of top loaders rely on as their only seal. Section three is an outer anti-draught rope lining around the outside of the chamber that traps in any remaining heat that makes it through the first two sections of the seal. |
Excellently Insulated Chamber |
The IKON's chambers consist of three layer chamber insulation, including GX Micropore “super” insulation, allowing it to perform so well for such a large plug in kiln). This is yet another feature of the IKON that contributes greatly to the range's immense efficiency. Furthermore, at the bottom there is also double layer floor insulation with full stainless steel under plate.
Twin Lid Clamps |
.Keeping the lid and chamber securely sealed during firings is twin lid clamps on either side to keep even lid pressure when closed, along with padlock locking facility.
Chamber Exhaust Shutter |
Whilst chamber exhausts are common place on top loaders, the IKON is unique as it has a shutter that can vary the effectiveness of the exhaust, which is also larger than most, as well as close it all together when the efficiency of the kiln is most needed. This increases the efficiency of the kiln as it retains its heat when it most needs it.
Lower Inlet |
To combine with the upper outlet chumney, the IKON features a lower inlet port with a shutter raised from the kiln floor to avoid debris blockage.
Low Level Cool Power Panel |
The electrical components of the kiln are mounted at the rear of the kiln at low level, which keeps them distanced from the heating elements which are held in a separate panel, contrasting many of it's competitors. The mounting panel is highly ventilated and there is also an air space between the panel and the kiln chamber. This ensures that the electrical components of the kiln are kept at minimum temperature which in turn vastly extends the life span of the components.
Stainless Steel Chamber & Lid |
The IKON's chamber and lid are 100% 304 brushed stainless steel. This provides the kiln with a strong, resilient body that will be able to face the heat for much longer without the integrity of the metal becoming compromised due to rust.
Twin Gas Spring Lid |
The lid of the IKON is lifted with a gas spring on either side so that the pressure of lifting the lid is even across it and so vastly reducing twist and cross pressure on the brickwork. As mentioned previously, this is helped by the skeleton sub frame.
Twin gas springs ensure that the lid weight is counteracted to such a degree that even if the lid is accidentally knocked whilst in the vertical position, its decent will be controlled and not reult in brickwork damage.
Over-Fire & Door Safe SwitchEach IKON consists of a dual channel lid safety cut off switch along with a dual contactor lid cut off circuit, which also acts as a dual contactor over fire protection circuit, making the kiln extremely safe. |
Strong Skeleton Sub FrameThe IKON is ultra strong due to the skeleton sub frame that the chamber sits on. A common issue with top loaders is the pressure and movement that is generated as the lid is open and closed and ultimately this will add strains to the chamber that can cause damage. The skeleton sub frame effectively leaves the chamber free to sit there and simply do its planned job of heating the ware inside whilst the skeleton does all of the physical work.
The kilns that fall under the IKON range all feature 2 heavy duty swivel castors at the front, along with two solid castors at the rear. This makes movement of the kiln much easier than some of its rivals.
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Specifications
Max Temp °C - 1315°C
Capacity (l) - 46L
Int Dimensions (mm) - ø416mm x 330mm (h)
Ext Dimensions (mm) - W-725mm x D-750mm x H-775mm
Output - 3 kW
Current - 12.6A
Weight - 88kg
The optional kiln furniture set:
2 x shelves of 368mm
3 x props of 25mm
3 x props of 50mm
3 x props of 75mm
3 x props of 100mm.
Delivery Details & Guarantee
- Delivery times subject to availability
- Delivery is to your driveway only and does not include installation. Please consider that you may need help to situate the kiln.
- Delivered directly from the supplier. If you order other items at the same time as your kiln, they will arrive separately.
- Delivery is an all day delivery, please contact us if you need a timed delivery window as there may be a charge.
Our Palletised Delivery Guidance shows you what to expect upon delivery.
On arrival see how your Ikon Toploader is packed.
Guarantee
The IKON range comes with a 3 year warranty that applies for all parts (excluding elements). The fact that we are able to offer such a long warranty on these kilns just goes to show how well made they are and how they are truly built to last.
Controllers & App
The KCR32C is multi-program controller designed for glass, ceramics & pottery use. It has a huge 32 programs each of up to 32 segments. Each segment is a controlled heating/cooling ramp followed by a soak. It is supplied pre-programmed with 9 typical glass programs and 9 typical ceramics programs (which can be over-written).
The slow rate capability of the KCR32C, down to 1c per hour if required.
- 32 programs - each with up to 32 segments.
- Each segment is a controlled heating/cooling ramp soak.
- Suitable for glass or ceramics use.
- Soak times up to nearly 100 hours.
- Ramp rates from 1 to 999°C/hour full.
- Program Pause & Segment Advance facilities.
- Keyboard lockable.
- Delayed start facility - up to 4 days.
- Power failure recovery.
- Energy used display.
- Event / Damper / Fan relay output.
- Alarm relay with alarm buzzer.
- Mains power switch.
- Built in the United Kingdom.
KCR32CWIFI Controller (Optional)
The KCR32CWIFi is internally the same as the KCR32C but has the capability to be accessed and controlled remotely from your mobile device.
This is one of the most important advances in Kilncare kilns for many years.
Using Kilncare's GATEway app on your mobile device, or the GATEway direct internet access site on pc or MAC, you can view how your kiln is running in real time. Stop the firing or adjust programs all without even being in the same country let alone the same room.
The KCR32CWIFI is also fitted with a USB port that allows programs to be entered that way direct from the app or pc if required and also allows us to apply updates and run diagnostics without travelling to your kiln.
The KCR32CWIFI is a genuine game changer and can be fitted to ANY of the Kilncare range of kilns.
The driving force behind the KCR32CWIFI is the Kilncare GATEway which is the online access tool to the controller.
The GATEway is available as an app on Android or Apple for your mobile device, or direct access from a pc.
Once registered for the GATEway you have a host of invaluable tools to use with your KCR32CWIFI without actually being with the controller.... or even in the same country.
The tools include
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See the kilns temperature and status real time.
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Review the program that the kiln is firing at the time.
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View all programs installed into the controller.
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Create and name new programs and send them into the controller.
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View all programs in graph form.
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Stop the kiln if required.
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Monitor for kiln fault alerts.
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Monitor and use multiple kilns and KCR32CWIFI controllers from the one registration.
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Name each kiln and controller.
Why Buy From Bath Potters?
- Trusted industry experts since 1979.
- Free, unlimited technical help.
- 5* customer service.
- Independent, family run business.
- Secure online shopping.
- Extensive show room and shop.
- If you find this kiln cheaper elsewhere, please contact us and we'll do our best to match it.
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