Paragon CT122822 Janus Ceramic and Glass Kiln 12 Sided

PARAGON Janus CT122822: Wide, Welcoming, and Ready for the Studio

PARAGON CT122822 Janus: Maximum Capacity, Maximum Versatility—for Clay and Glass Alike

Built on the Ceramic Top legacy—now with Janus dual-fire functionality.
The PARAGON CT Series has earned its reputation in classrooms, ceramic studios, and production environments for one reason: reliability backed by thoughtful engineering. The PARAGON CT122822 Janus elevates that tradition by combining a massive 12-sided firing chamber with a dual-mode heating system designed for both ceramics and glass. If you work across mediums or want the flexibility to grow into new techniques, this kiln is your studio’s ultimate workhorse.

Why choose the PARAGON CT122822 Janus?

The CT122822 Janus features a 28” interior diameter and 22” interior height, delivering a spacious 8.11 cubic feet of firing capacity. It’s ideal for production-scale pottery, oversized platters, and fully loaded multi-shelf firings. The kiln’s wide profile makes it easier to load than deeper models, making it especially popular with high-output studios and educational facilities.

Even better, it’s rated to cone 10, delivering dependable performance for all clay bodies—from low-fire earthenware to high-fire porcelain and stoneware. And with Janus dual-mode technology, it’s also a powerful tool for slumping, sagging, and fusing glass on a grand scale.

Janus Dual-Mode Firing: Two Programs, One Kiln

What makes the Janus edition unique is its dual heating system, with elements in both the top and sidewalls. A built-in toggle switch lets you select the right firing mode for your material:

• Glass Mode: activates the top and middle sidewall elements, giving you uniform top-down heat for fusing or shaping large glass sheets on a single shelf.

• Pottery Mode: activates only the sidewall elements—ideal for ceramics, allowing even surround heat for multi-shelf bisque or glaze firings up to cone 10.

It’s the best of both worlds, without compromising space or performance.

Durability Meets Convenience

• 3” thick firebrick throughout for superior insulation

• Sectional construction with twist-lock spring latches for easy disassembly, transport, and maintenance

• Solid state relay (SSR) for quieter, more reliable operation

• AOP (Auxiliary Outlet Plug) and vent-ready design (pre-drilled for the Orton Vent Master)

• Top row of grooveless 2” blank bricks to reduce damage during loading

• Reversible firebrick bottom for longer service life

• Drop-down, hinged switch box with fold-out support arm for fast maintenance

• Patented LiteLid spring lift system for effortless lid lifting and reduced wear

• Large, tapered peepholes for better visibility

• Lock-in lid support with positive catch

• Fire directly on the brick bottom for maximum capacity

• Ventilated, louvered switch box for safe, cool operation

• Heavy-duty stainless steel case

• Certified to CSA and UL Standard 499

Controlled by the SENTINEL Smart Touch Controller

The Janus CT122822 comes equipped with the SENTINEL Smart Touch Controller—our most advanced interface, specifically designed to support both ceramic and glass firing modes. With an intuitive color touchscreen, built-in user prompts, and scheduling options for both ramp-hold and cone-fire cycles, the SENTINEL Smart Touch brings high-end control to your high-capacity kiln.

Optional Furniture Kit

• 6 C-24H Shelves (26” octagon x ¾”)

• 1½” square posts, 6 each: 1”, 2”, 3”, 4”, 5”, 6”

• 1 lb. kiln wash

Add the Option Furniture Kit your cart here.

The Kiln Stand

In the Available Options, you can choose choose the Standard Kiln Stand (6" tall with mar-proof plastic feet), or the 12" Deluxe Rolling Kiln Stand (Recommended if you are adding a VentMaster Kiln Vent).

Stand 32" x 32" x 6"
Rolling Stand 32" x 32" x 12"
Rolling Stand 32" x 32" x 18"

Optional Kiln Vent

The patented Orton Vent Master not only vents fumes but also improves firing results. Read the Add-On section to learn more.

Add the Kiln Vent to your cart here. 

Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas

Every Paragon kiln is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas by a dedicated team of skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. With decades of experience behind us, we take pride in building kilns that deliver lasting performance, precision, and peace of mind.

From our engineers to our assembly team, we stand behind every kiln we make—because we know what it means to invest in your craft. When you choose Paragon, you're not just buying a kiln—you're gaining the backing of a company that truly cares about your success.

Specifications 

Disclaimer: The specifications above assume that the kiln will be plugged into a dedicated circuit. Local electric codes supersede our recommendations.

The pricing and electrical specifications for the above products reflect their design for use in the United States. The International versions of most models will have variations in electrical specifications and price due to consumer safety requirements or electrical regulations.