Potterycrafts Mercury 30 Litre Top Loading Kiln

13 amp plug-in kiln. Potterycrafts Mercury top loading kiln has a capacity of 30 litres, this model of kiln is ideal for beginners and individual potters and plugs straight in to a 13a socket.

Our top worker kiln is constructed with a two-layer efficient insulation comprising of the highest quality insulation brick and ceramic blanket and is enclosed within a high grade folded stainless steel outer frame with spring loaded tensioning clamps to enable the kiln to always be kept ridged throughout its lifetime. Our experts are available to answer questions on the top worker kiln.

• 108mm Super-efficient Ultralite granular insulation for the floor of the kiln.
• Grooved elements for equalised heating throughout the firing chamber.
• Type R thermocouple for accuracy and longevity of use.
• Gas strut assistance to make lid opening and closing an easy process.
• Three support bricks are in the base to enable a shelf/batt to be placed with stability above the insulation, which allows beneficial heat circulation.

Designed and made in the heart of “The Potteries” in Stoke on Trent, England. Tried and tested formulas have made Potterycrafts kilns one of Europe’s best-selling brands for many years.
All spare parts in stock, here in our factory in Stoke on Trent.

 Specifications:

• Firing Capacity: 30 Litre
• Kiln Power: 3kw.
• Maximum user temperature (highest temperature the kiln goes to): 1300°C.
• Maximum application temperature (temperature upon repeated firing use for longevity) 1240°C
• Kiln walls 64mm insulation brick plus 19mm backup insulation.
• Kiln lid 64mm insulation brick.
• Fitted with 75mm castors for ease of movement, two of which are lockable to secure the kiln in the desired location.
• Supply required: 13 amp socket or switched spur.
• Warranty Period: 2 years (excluding elements).
• Weight: 43kg.

 Safety features:

• Dual contactors and over temperature monitoring provide protection against overfires, when used with Potterycrafts kiln controllers.
• Side vent with chimney that can be ducted to atmosphere if required.
• Lid vent holes allow venting/cooling of the kiln during the firing process.
• Captive interlock safety switch, meaning the kiln will not turn on unless this is locked and in place, ensuring the highest level of safety.
• All Potterycrafts kilns are ROHS and WEEE compliant.
• For more information about installation, positing, and ventilation with your new kiln, please see our support section of the website.

Choice of two controllers:

CERA-10+ Controller

The controller is the latest development in a long series of controllers, they incorporate new software giving improved efficiency and ease of programming together with up-to-date safety and diagnostic features.

CERA-10+ has 32 programs each with 32 segments, each segment comprises of a ramp speed, a target temperature and a hold period and can be either cooling or heating segments. This is the ultimate controller offering every option that might be required. It can also be used in an amazingly simple manner with ease for the most basic of firings. Ideally suited to glass and pottery applications, with many scientific and industrial heat treatment applications.

CERA-10+ WIFI Controller

The CERA-10+ WIFI Controller has all the same functions as the CERA-10+ Controller but with WIFI capabilities. The controller can be controlled through a PC, or via the app on a phone or tablet. Instructions on how to install the GATEway app can be found the product Specifications tab and on our Resources section of our website.