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* [https://256.makerslocal.org/wiki/Ceramic_Kiln/Controller Arduino based Kiln Controller] | * [https://256.makerslocal.org/wiki/Ceramic_Kiln/Controller Arduino based Kiln Controller] | ||
* [https://256.makerslocal.org/wiki/Ceramic_Kiln/Gallery Gallery of kiln related pictures] | * [https://256.makerslocal.org/wiki/Ceramic_Kiln/Gallery Gallery of kiln related pictures] | ||
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+ | ==Overview== | ||
+ | This is where we can hang info on the Pottery Kiln. | ||
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+ | About the Kiln: | ||
+ | The Makers Local 256 kiln is an Evenheat model 4320. | ||
+ | * It is capable of firing to 2300F or Cone 8. | ||
+ | * It uses a KilnSitter kiln controller that has a bad timer and 4 zones controllable via light switches. | ||
+ | * It uses a 220v, 24A breaker. | ||
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== Directions / Suggestions == | == Directions / Suggestions == | ||
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'''Clay (getting it)''' | '''Clay (getting it)''' | ||
+ | * Currently we are sourcing clay from Hobby Lobby. | ||
'''Throwing (using the potters wheel)''' | '''Throwing (using the potters wheel)''' | ||
+ | * The people who donated the kiln also donated a motorized potters wheel. | ||
'''Drying / Candling''' | '''Drying / Candling''' | ||
'''Firing''' | '''Firing''' | ||
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Overview
This is where we can hang info on the Pottery Kiln.
About the Kiln: The Makers Local 256 kiln is an Evenheat model 4320.
- It is capable of firing to 2300F or Cone 8.
- It uses a KilnSitter kiln controller that has a bad timer and 4 zones controllable via light switches.
- It uses a 220v, 24A breaker.
Directions / Suggestions
So you wanna make a ceramic thing...
Congratulations! Admitting it is the first step!
Clay (getting it)
- Currently we are sourcing clay from Hobby Lobby.
Throwing (using the potters wheel)
- The people who donated the kiln also donated a motorized potters wheel.
Drying / Candling
Firing