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Olympic Kilns

Olympic FL5.5E Kiln

$8,03000
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Model – FL5.5E 240 or 208 volt – Front loading production volume 5.5 cubic feet electric kiln

Front-loading large capacity models come equipped with a pilot light, welded heavy angle iron frame, stainless steel jacket, and 12-key digital KilnStar controller for more ramp-hold user programs and multiple features including delay start, preheat, cone offset, skip step, and many more for precise firings every time. Messages and Information are available for reviewing a firing profile before or during the firing, viewing the current segment the firing is in, and cone table for easy lookup of temperature and cone number equivalents. The FL5.5E is equipped with its own breaker box for easy access, safety, and lockout.

Additional options include upgrading to the Genesis touchscreen controller, 480-volt, Type S thermocouple, castors, vent, and much more!

Furniture Kits for Production Electric Kilns provide 4 layers of shelving, assorted posts, and a one-pound bag of kiln wash. Choose the standard furniture kit or build your own with shelves and posts in the quantities required.

Specific Kiln Information

Model FL5.5E Wiring Specifications 1 Phase 3 Phase
Car Kiln Option Available No Volts 208 240 208 240
Inside Chamber Dimensions w x d x h (inches)  20 x 20 x 24 Amps 40 36 27 24
Cubic Feet 5.5 Watts 8,640
Outside Dimensions with Stand or Frame w x d x h (inches) 42 x 36 x 63 Breaker Required 50 Amp 50 Amp 40 Amp 30 Amp
Brick Thickness 4.5” +1″ Fiber Plug Configuration NEMA 6-50 Direct Wired
Maximum Temperature Cone 10 – 2350°F/1288°C Copper Wire Size #6, #4 if the circuit is longer than 40 ft
Est. Shipping Wt. 750 lbs.

Shipping Pottery Equipment with Ruby Clay

Lead Times

Large pieces of equipment like wheels and kilns can take extra time to ship. Below are the manufacturers best estimates on when products will ship after the order is placed. Feel free to email info@rubyclaycompany.com or call us at our shop at 918-551-6664 to ask about lead times on specific equipment.  

Skutt Ceramic Products - 8 - 12 weeks

Cress Kilns- 4 weeks

Shimpo Ceramics- Dependent on stock, 1-2 weeks

Brent Wheels- 4 weeks

Olympic Kilns- 12-15 weeks, with the exception of the models listed as “quick ships.”

Cress Kilns- 4 weeks

Speedball- 2-4 weeks

Returns

Since these items are special order, we do not accept cancellations, refunds, returns, or exchanges for them. Please note the lead time for each large equipment item that you are ordering. Because these items come directly from the manufacturer, lead times are subject to change. If any products arrive damaged, please email pictures and an explanation of the damages toinfo@rubyclaycompany.comwithin 24 hours so we can initiate the claims process.