{"product_id":"cress-es18-ceramic-kiln","title":"Cress ES18 Ceramic Kiln","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpace-Saving, Studio-Ready 18x18 Kiln\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ES18 offers a practical 17.5\" wide by 18\" deep octagonal firing chamber, striking a balance between production capability and studio footprint. Its sectional design fits smoothly into busy workflows, and the chamber comfortably holds 6–8 small mugs per shelf with room for multiple shelf levels to maximize every firing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFiring Capabilities and Temperature Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for versatility, the ES18 handles everything from earthenware to high-fire porcelain. It fires to cone 10 (2350°F), giving you the option to experiment with glaze formulations while maintaining reliable heat distribution that minimizes glaze issues and stress cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePower, Efficiency, and Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose between 208V and 240V configurations, with a heating power of 5.5 kW. The kiln runs on 26A (208V) or 25A (240V) and requires a 30A breaker. Built with 2.5\" standard brick walls (3\" brick available) and a highly efficient insulation design, it includes a heat-reflective stand to help maintain consistent temperatures while keeping energy use in check.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eControls for Consistent Results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA digital controller provides precise temperature management with five preset firing speeds, ensuring repeatable firings whether you’re testing new glaze combinations or running production loads. The ES18 supports reliable, repeatable results across multiple firings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePractical Workflows and Load Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe octagonal chamber is ample for everyday production scenarios: load bowls, vases, mugs, and test tiles on the top shelf without crowding. The even heating across the chamber helps maintain glaze consistency, enabling smooth transitions from experimental runs to market-ready wares.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDurability, Certification, and Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUL and CSA certified to standard 499, the ES18 is built for professional use and teaching spaces. It ships with a 3-year manufacturer warranty, reflecting its durability and the confidence Cress places in its performance. The kiln is available as a sectional unit for easier installation in varied spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln Model: ES18-240 \u0026amp; ES18-208\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Low to High-fire ceramic and pottery kiln\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior Dimensions: 17.5\" octagonal x 18\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Temperature: Cone 10 (2350°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChamber Volume: 2.6 cubic feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrick Thickness: 2.5\" standard (3\" brick available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 208V or 240V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmperage: 26A (208V) \/ 25A (240V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWattage: 5.5 kW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaker Required: 30A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceptacle Required: 6-30P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside Dimensions: 22.5\"W x 26\"D x 32\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 140 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertifications: UL and CSA Compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: Electronic controller with 5 presets and limit timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ctable class=\"bg-bg-100 min-w-full border-separate border-spacing-0 text-sm leading-[1.88888] whitespace-normal\"\u003e \u003cthead class=\"border-b-border-100\/50 border-b-[0.5px] text-left\"\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003cth class=\"text-text-000 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] font-400 px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth class=\"text-text-000 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] font-400 px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eKiln Model\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eCress ES18-240 \u0026amp; Cress ES18-208\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eLow to High-fire ceramic and pottery kiln\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eInterior Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e17.5\" octagonal x 18\" deep\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eMaximum Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eCone 10 (2350°F)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eChamber Volume\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e2.6 cubic feet\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eBrick Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e2.5\" standard (3\" available)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e208V or 240V\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eAmperage\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e26A (208V) \/ 25A (240V)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e5.5 kW\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eBreaker Required\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e30A\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eReceptacle Required\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e6-30P\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eOutside Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e22.5\"W x 26\"D x 32\"H\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e140 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003e3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eCSA and UL Std 499\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr class=\"[tbody\u0026gt;\u0026amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\"\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\"\u003eElectronic controller with 5 presets, limit timer\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47350457663659,"sku":"C-ES18","price":2300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/4074\/3595\/files\/Cress-ES18-Ceramic-Kiln-Front-Closed.jpg?v=1783302397","url":"https:\/\/mudtimes.com\/products\/cress-es18-ceramic-kiln","provider":"Mud Times 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