{"product_id":"paragon-pro-18-depth-ceramic-kiln-single-barrel","title":"Paragon Pro 18\" Depth Ceramic Kiln - Single Barrel","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"299\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePARAGON KM18 Pro: Power, Precision, and Pro Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eThe PARAGON KM18 Pro is a professional-grade heat treating kiln built for bladesmiths who need a longer chamber and more refined thermal control. With its 18\" depth, ceramic fiber insulation, and 3-zone temperature management, the KM18 Pro delivers uniform heating, fast ramp times, and dependable results—cycle after cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eWhy Have a Heat Treating Furnace in Your Shop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eOwning your own furnace isn’t just about convenience—it’s about control. Whether you're working with complex steels, developing your own quench recipes, or chasing tighter tolerances on Rockwell hardness, the KM18 Pro gives you the tools to experiment, refine, and repeat with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eWhy Choose the PARAGON KM18 Pro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eThe KM18 Pro combines advanced control, professional reliability, and smart design in a mid-sized format. Its chamber offers ample room for longer blades while maintaining tight thermal uniformity across the entire firing zone. The ceramic fiber body heats up quickly, saves energy, and cools down fast for back-to-back cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eInterior chamber: 5.5\" W x 4.3\" H x 18\" D (0.25 cubic feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e3-Zone Temperature Control: Three thermocouples placed along the chamber length allow the SENTINEL controller to manage each zone independently—ensuring balanced heating and accurate soak temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eSpecial Limit Thermocouples: Exposed-tip, 14-gauge sensors provide fast thermal response and higher precision than standard types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eSolid-State Relays: Silent, efficient, and long-lasting. 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