Paragon
Paragon SC2 120V Digital Kiln, Sentinel Touch
- Voltage
- 120V
- Power
- 14A / 1680W
- Controller
- Sentinel Touch Xpress
Best for Small pieces and test firings at home
Brand
Paragon 120V kilns: SC2, Xpress E12A and Q11A
Paragon SC2, Xpress E12A and Xpress Q11A 120 V kilns plus an E12A replacement element, with listed amps, max temperature and chamber size.
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Paragon
Paragon Xpress E12A 120V Kiln
- Max temperature
- 2000 F
- Voltage
- 120v
- Power
- 15amp
Best for Low-fire and bisque at home
Paragon
Paragon Xpress Q11A 120V Kiln
- Max temperature
- 2350 F
- Voltage
- 120v
- Power
- 12amp
Best for Test tiles and small high-fire pieces
Paragon
Paragon E12A Replacement Heating Element
- Fits
- Paragon Fire Brick Kiln E12A
- Type
- Replacement Heating Element
Best for Paragon E12A owners
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What does Paragon make?
Paragon kilns in our catalogue are all small 120 V models, the kind people buy for test firings, jewelry and small batches at home. The listings give amps and, for two models, maximum temperature and chamber size, which is enough to see what each one can fire.
Which Paragon product lines are in our catalogue?
| Product | Voltage | Power | Max temperature | Interior size | Controller |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paragon SC2 120V Digital Kiln, Sentinel Touch | 120V | 14A / 1680W | — | — | Sentinel Touch Xpress |
| Paragon Xpress E12A 120V Kiln | 120v | 15amp | 2000 F | 8 1/2" W x 12" D x 6 3/4" H | Sentry 3 Key |
| Paragon Xpress Q11A 120V Kiln | 120v | 12amp | 2350 F | 6" W x 6" D x 6 1/4" H | Sentry 3 Key |
Specs as listed by the maker or seller; check the listing before you buy.
- SC2: 120 V, 14 A / 1,680 W, Sentinel Touch Xpress controller, 13.25 × 15.5 × 14 in outside. Max temperature is not listed in our data.
- Xpress E12A: 120 V, 15 A, 2,000 °F, 8½ × 12 × 6¾ in inside. On the Orton chart that covers low-fire cone 04 (1,945 °F) but not cone 6 (2,232 °F).
- Xpress Q11A: 120 V, 12 A, 2,350 °F, 6 × 6 × 6¼ in inside, enough for cone 6 and close to cone 10 (2,345 °F at a medium rate).
- E12A replacement heating element.
Check the circuitWith the 80% continuous-load rule, 12 A is the limit on a 15 A circuit; 14–15 A kilns need a 20 A circuit. Have an electrician confirm, and plan with the outlet checker.Source: Orton Ceramic Foundation (cone values)
How does Paragon compare with other brands?
Skutt is Paragon's usual rival; in our catalogue Skutt's pottery kiln is a larger 30 A package, so the 120 V choice here is mostly Paragon. Budget furnaces from VEVOR and others list 2,102–2,192 °F and cannot reach cone 6 at a medium rate.
Where does Paragon appear on Clay at Home?
Paragon: questions
Can the Paragon E12A fire cone 6?
No. It lists a 2,000 °F maximum; Orton cone 6 is 2,232 °F at a medium rate. It suits low-fire work.
Can the Paragon Q11A plug into a regular outlet?
It lists 12 A, which is exactly the 80% limit of a 15 A circuit. Have an electrician confirm the circuit is dedicated and suitable.
What is the Paragon SC2 used for?
It is a small 120 V digital kiln often used for metal clay, glass and small ceramics. Its max temperature is not listed in our data; check the listing.
How big is the Q11A inside?
The listing gives 6 × 6 × 6¼ in, which fits test tiles and a few small pieces.
Paragon or Skutt?
See Skutt vs Paragon for a neutral comparison.