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(Note: The Pearl 44 kiln has been discontinued effective March 22, 2018)
Replacement Model
PEARL 4426 KILN
Chamber Volume: 8.60 Cu Ft. (1.32 Cu Ft. larger than its predecessor)
Length: 44"
Width: 26" (4" wider than Pearl 44)
Depth:13"
11500 watts
NEMA PLUG 6-50R
Max TEMP: 1700 deg. F
The New Pearl-4426 Professional Series glass kiln will help you to unlock your potential as a glass artist. The kiln quickly pays for itself by producing large glass panels or production loads of small pieces. The Pearl 4426 is proudly made in America by skilled workers. It is designed for those whose livelihood depends on glass production.
The Pearl-4426 top lifts away to give convenient access to the shelf area. Heavy-duty air pistons lighten the top. Assemble glass pieces directly on shelves that are already in the kiln.
The kiln includes features not found on competitive kilns. For instance, mercury relays are standard on this kiln for your peace of mind. Relays send power to the elements on command from the digital controller. Industrial-grade mercury relays found in the Pearl-4426 far outlast mechanical relays. The life of the quiet, reliable mercury relay has been measured in millions of on/off cycles.
What's New: Quartz Element Tubes - The lid elements are protected in six quartz tubes for a cleaner kiln interior. There is less dust in the kiln, because there are no element grooves; the firebrick top is one continuous, smooth surface. The quartz tubes protect the elements from contamination with foreign materials that could shorten the element life. The quartz tubes absorb very little heat, allowing the elements to heat the firing chamber efficently. Quartz tubes protect the user from contact with the elements.
For unsurpassed heat distribution, the Pearl-4426 includes sidewall elements, which are mounted in the top section. The lid elements use an element groove that eliminates element pins. Because the element coils are wider than the groove opening, the elements stay in place without pins. The sidewall element coils are protected in dropped, recessed grooves.
The kiln uses advanced power ratio technology, pioneered by Paragon, to balance the heat between the top and side elements. Program the digital controller to balance the heat between the top and sides in increments of 10%. (i.e., 100% top - 0% sides, 50% top - 50% sides, 80% top – 20% sides, etc.) Set the heat balance for any combination desired between the top and sides so that the total heat output equals 100%. Imagine the precise control you will have in adjusting the kiln to slump glass or to improve heat distribution over large fused panels.
The Pearl-4426 has 3” thick firebrick sidewalls, bottom and top. (This is 1/2” thicker than the firebricks in some competitive kilns on the market.) For long life, the kiln has a 1/2” ceramic fiber expansion joint in the center of the firebrick top and bottom. The heavy tubular frame gives the firing chamber rock-steady support.
To keep the electrical components cool, they are mounted inside a ventilated switch box with a double heat shield and air gap between the kiln and box. Costly heavy-gauge nickel-plated copper wiring is covered with high temperature glass-braided insulation.
To keep the electrical components cool, they are mounted away from the firing chamber inside a ventilated switch box with a double heat shield and air gap between the kiln and box. Costly heavy-gauge nickel-plated copper wiring is covered with high temperature glass-braided insulation. The thermocouple, which senses temperature inside the kiln, is protected with a high-nickel stainless steel sheath for long life.The Pearl-4426 uses the digital 12-key Sentry 2.0 controller.
You will be amazed at the convenience of digital firing. The reliable solid-state Senty controller continually monitors the firing so you can spend your time productively without closely watching the kiln. (Please remember, however, to check the kiln during firing and to monitor it near the expected shutoff time.) The sealed touch pad keeps out dust and is easy to wipe clean.
This kiln can be ordered with the optional Sentinel Smart Touch controller instead of the standard Sentry 2.0 12-key controller. The upgrade price is only for a Sentinel ordered with a new kiln. The Sentinel is available as an option on any Paragon kiln.
Do you ever wonder how much electricity your kiln uses? The digital controller can figure this for you with the press of a button. Find out how little a kiln actually costs to fire.
The Pearl-4426 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. (Free custom colors available upon request)
Features of the Pearl-4426
- Heating elements in the top of the kiln are mounted in deluxe quartz tubes. (New)
- Thermocouple with exposed tip for accuracy and fast response
- 12-key Sentry 2.0 digital controller
- Safety switch and pilot light
- Air pistons assist lifting the lid.
- Easy access to electrical parts
- Louvered switch box, heavy duty wiring
- Heavy tubular steel frame for rock-steady support.
- Welded plates mounted to the legs for optional 2” solid steel locking casters
The Pearl-4426 Furniture Kit
Recommended "single-shelf" CoreLite furniture kit for the Paragon Pearl-4426
1 - CL42x24x1 CoreLite Shelf (42” x 24” x 1”)
8 – 1/2” long, 1” wide Square Posts
Note: Glass must be fired on a ceramic shelf; never directly on the kiln firing chamber bottom.
1 lb. Bag Glass Separator included