THE FK RANGE

The FK range is where you find our larger capacity fusing and slumping kilns starting at the FK6 with internals of 1050mm x 1050mm x 265mm.

The combination of reliability, quality, reputation and high levels of recommendation keep the FK at the top of the pile. They are the most proven kilns made in the U.K.

The entire range is designed to reach 700c in around 40 minutes except the extreme sized versions. Although this is faster than most glass will withstand, it does help to quickly stabilize the kiln temperature if the lid has been opened whilst hot for raking etc.

The FK range is designed to be totally functional, simple and easily to maintain.
For instance, in the rare event of having to replace an element or tube, the lid is easily removed and the kiln is worked on like working on a bench, this is as easy as it gets and requires very little space around the kiln.

The lid seal is not stuck on but is held in by a removable stainless steel picture frame and as such, in the event of damage, it is fully replaceable leaving a factory fitted finish that will give years more trouble free use.

All FK kilns are fired to 800c with the chosen programmer before dispatch to ensure perfect operation, calibration and removal of most of the binder vapors that are released by all kilns on the first firing.

Something that is also unique to the FK and FK-R ranges is the Kilncare Electri-lift system.

This is anall electric remote lid lift which makes the opening and closing of the kiln chamber a simple press of a button. Simple as that.

However the system is far from simple and technologically advanced with internal overloads, regulators and also auto syncronisation to ensure that both sides of the chamber are lifted simultaneously.

The Electri-lift is powered directly from the kiln and does not require an additional electrical supply.

Feel free to take a look below:

FK6

Internal size 1050mm (wide) x 1050mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 1410mm (wide) x 1550mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight 260kg

Power 12KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 50A

Voltage 230/400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK7

Internal size 1300mm (wide) x 1050mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 1660mm (wide) x 1550mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight 330kg

Power 14KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 58.8A

Voltage 230/400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK8

Internal size 1550mm (wide) x 1050mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 1910mm (wide) x 1600mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight 380kg

Power 16KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 67.2A

Voltage 400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK9/270

Internal size 2050mm (wide) x 1050mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 2450mm (wide) x 1600mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight 510kg

Power 18.5KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 77.7A

Voltage 400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK9/350

Internal size 2050mm (wide) x 1050mm (deep) x 350mm (High)

External Size 2450mm (wide) x 1600mm (deep) x 1320mm (High)

Weight 565kg

Power 18.5KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 77.7A

Voltage 400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK10

Internal size 2250mm (wide) x 1050mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 2650mm (wide) x 1600mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight

Power 18.5KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 77.7A

Voltage 400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK285

Internal size 2850mm (wide) x 1270mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 3450mm (wide) x 1600mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight

Power 23KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 96.6A

Voltage 400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

FK320

Internal size 3200mm (wide) x 1330mm (deep) x 265mm (High)

External Size 3750mm (wide) x 1880mm (deep) x 1240mm (High)

Weight

Power 25KW (you should check that your power supply is suitable, and should be installed by a qualified electrician)

Amps 105A

Voltage 400v

Maximum Temperature 960c

Controller included KCR32C

Still not big enough?
Please contact us an with your requirements and we will do our best to meet your needs.

The KCR32C is multi-program controller designed for glass, ceramics & pottery use. It is targeted towards glass use with 32 programs each of up to 32 segments. Each segment is a controlled heating/cooling ramp followed by a soak. It is supplied pre-programmed with 9 typical glass programs and 9 typical ceramics programs (which can be over-written).

The slow rate capability of the KCR32C, down to 1c per hour, makes it the perfect controller for complicated glass cycles.

KCR32C Controller features:

32 programs - each with up to 32 segments.
Each segment is a controlled heating/cooling ramp soak.
Suitable for glass or ceramics use.
Soak times up to nearly 100 hours.
Ramp rates from 1 to 999°C/hour full.
Program Pause & Segment Advance facilities.
Can be held remotely, allowing for an easy and comfortable programming process.

Keyboard lockable.
Delayed start facility - up to 4 days.
Power failure recovery.
Energy used display.
Event / Damper / Fan relay output.
Alarm relay with alarm buzzer.
Mains power switch.
Built in the United Kingdom.

KCR32C WIFI Controller (included as standard for the FK range)

The KCR32CWIFi is internally the same as the KCR32C but has the capability to be accessed

and controlled remotely from your mobile device.

This is one of the most important advances in Kilncare kilns for many years.

Using Kilncares GATEway access site you can view how your kiln is running in real time. Stop the

firing or adjust programs all without even being in the same country let alone the same room.

The KCR32WIFI is also fitted with a USB port that allows programs to be entered that way direct from PC if required and also allows us to apply updates and run diagnostics without travelling to your kiln.

Internet access to view real time status and access data

The KCR32C WIFI allows the user to access the kiln in real time from anywhere with internet access via the Kilncare GATEway on our website. The benefits of this are obvious as there is no longer the need to travel to the studio or work place to see how the firing is proceeding or if indeed the firing is going as planned.

Also in the GATEway, which is unique to each user via password access, there is a firings library where past firings can be stored and named, a notes section and a log amongst other features.

Flat loading floor

The floor of these kilns is made from high grade, lightweight insulation bricks that give both a structurally steady surface to place the work on and a thermally steady base to aid in maximum glass results.

Each floor is hand worked to ensure the bed is as flat as possible.
As the bricks are not cemented in, they are easily replaced if required.

The floor is flat and has no retaining wall, this design is a real bonus when loading larger pieces into the kiln as they can be gently slid into position rather than having to lower then into, what may be, a space not much bigger than the glass, making handling difficult. The flat floor method also gives a much clearer visual inspection of the work before it is fired.

Quartz Element Heating System

The heating system is in the roof only and utilises the latest technology "infra-red" quartz tube heating elements. This method is extremely hard wearing and strong, yet in the event of an element failure the tubes are both easy and cheap to replace.
The elements are switched off when the lid is opened by an automatic safety switch.

The elements are wound with Kanthal A1, renowned as the worlds best element wire.

Non-ceramic Lid

The boards that make up the chamber are specially produced for us and are pre-fired to 1100c before inserted into the kiln to remove any shrinkage or warping that could otherwise happen. The roof of the lid is made of non-ceramic fiber, a very efficient insulator. This method of insulation removes the danger of brick dust or particles dropping onto the glass, so making for a very clean firing environment. It also makes the Elite-Fuser incredibly resistant to shock damage.

Fast Response Thermocouple.

The KCR32C gets its data from an ultra-fast response, stainless steel thermocouple meaning no lag between the kiln temperature and the KCR32Cs control.
The fact that the thermocouple is stainless steel means it is also resilient to accidental damage.

Angled Vent holes

On the front and side of the kiln are large vent/peep holes which are closed using spring assisted flaps which house our unique, anti-dust insulation pads which are taken from our larger fusing kiln models.
The vent/peep holes are angled so that the floor of the kiln and more importantly, your glass, can be seen.

Ability to split for narrow access

Kilns in the FK range be split into 3 parts upon delivery: the base, chamber, and lid. This allows for the kiln to be taken through tighter spaces than otherwise possible.

Gas Spring Lid Assist

Lifting the lid on an FK is aided by specially designed gas springs that allow the opening and closing of lid to be a very easy and light operation.

This makes the kiln completely user friendly but also helps in prolonged life due to the reduction of shock through "heavy" opening and closing of the lid.

Stainless steel slatted roof

The breathing stainless steel slatted roof is truly unique to Kilncare and allows for the kiln to cool much easier.

Ventilation

There are vent holes in the roof of the kiln to aid with faster cooling and help extract steam if any moisture is present.
The roof vent holes are closed off with stainless steel vent flaps with our unique, anti-dust, glass fibre insulation pads.

Heavy duty under floor walk mesh structure

Under the floor is where the Elite-fuser excels. Under the brickwork, the floor structure is made from heavy duty walk mesh that expands with heat without distorting, offers superb physical strength and breathes, so, as with the roof of the kiln, helps and aids cooling dramatically.

Lockable swivel castors

The kilns that fall under the FK range all feature 4 heavy duty swivel castors, 2 on the back and 2 lockable castors on the front. This makes movement of the kiln much more simple.

Wi-Fi capability

The KCR32C WIFI controller allows the user to access the kiln in real time from anywhere with internet access via the Kilncare GATEway on our website. The benefits of this are obvious as there is no longer the need to travel to the studio or work place to see how the firing is proceeding or if indeed the firing is going as planned.

Optional Kilncare Electri-lift system

This is an all electric remote lid lift which makes the opening and closing of the kiln chamber a simple press of a button. Simple as that.

However the system is far from simple and technologically advanced with internal overloads, regulators and also auto syncronisation to ensure that both sides of the chamber are lifted simultaneously.

The Electri-lift is powered directly from the kiln and does not require an additional electrical supply.

Optional Inner Shelf Kit

Along with the purchase of an FK, there is also the optional extra shelf kit which includes different sized shelves made specifically for the kiln you order, along with the necessary amount of 25mm posts.

3 Year Warranty

The FK range comes with a 3 year warranty that applies for all parts (inc elements)! The fact that we are able to offer such a long warranty on these kilns just goes to show how well made they are and how they are truly built to last.

Made In The UK

The FK range, along with all other Kilncare kilns, is made right here at Kilncare, in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom.

Unrivalled aftercare

Here at Kilncare we really do pride ourselves on our customer service. We have a team of kiln experts at hand that will be there for you whenever you find yourself with any queries or worries who will do their absolute best to ensure that you can continue your glass journey as problem free as possible.

We really do go the extra mile when it comes to customer service, which you can see for yourself by taking a quick look at our online reviews.

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THE FK RANGE

The FK range is where you find our larger capacity fusing and slumping kilns starting at the FK6 with internals of 1050mm x 1050mm x 265mm.

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