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by Mike Garvey
Wed Sep 16, 2020 4:49 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: kiln door gaskets-where to buy?
Replies: 1
Views: 10733

kiln door gaskets-where to buy?

I need to replace some kiln door gaskets; I've attached a photo of the style that is there (but worn out). Anyone know where to buy?
Thanks
by Mike Garvey
Wed Sep 16, 2020 4:45 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Paragon GL24 kiln roof element installation
Replies: 2
Views: 16146

Re: Paragon GL24 kiln roof element installation

I successfully replaced the roof elements in the GL23; Paragon suggested I replace the entire kiln top. I didn't even ask for a quote but I note that their new website has a very useful collection of technical notes including a procedure for R&R if you do buy a new roof. Anyway, if you want to t...
by Mike Garvey
Fri Jul 24, 2020 2:46 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Paragon GL24 kiln roof element installation
Replies: 2
Views: 16146

Paragon GL24 kiln roof element installation

I am working on a Paragon GL24 kiln and need to replace the top elements. The only way I can see to install the new ones is to insert them through the kiln wall from the outside at the location where the twisted terminal leads connect to the AC wiring. Anyone have any experience here?
Thanks, Mike
by Mike Garvey
Thu Jul 09, 2020 9:13 am
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Paragon Infinite Control Switch
Replies: 1
Views: 7518

Paragon Infinite Control Switch

I am working on a Paragon S1030 fusing kiln; it has the standard Sentry 2.0 controller along with two infinite control switches which have settings of OFF, LOW, MED, HIGH. Does anyone know how these infinite control switches should be set?
Thanks, Mike
by Mike Garvey
Thu Mar 19, 2020 12:36 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Kiln element compatibility with stainless?
Replies: 2
Views: 9671

Kiln element compatibility with stainless?

I am thinking to add a small stainless washer to a kiln element (Kanthal) tail as it passes out of the kiln in order to prevent the tail from cutting into the soft firebrick. Can I use stainless or do I have to go the ceramic route? Thanks....Mike
by Mike Garvey
Wed Jan 15, 2020 4:02 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Paragon Kiln Repair
Replies: 2
Views: 9725

Paragon Kiln Repair

I am working on an older Paragon flat format kiln; its a model S1030 which is 56"x30"x16" (WxDxH). The lid heating elements are supported by ceramic tubes and one is broken. Paragon seems unable to provide a suitable replacement part and I am wondering if a) would fused quartz tubing ...