Cress ET18 Ceramic Kiln

Meet the Cress ET18 Ceramic Kiln, a dependable low- to high-fire kiln built for serious pottery in a range of spaces—from compact home studios to teaching spaces and professional workrooms. The 17.5" octagonal chamber and 18" depth give you room to fire dinner sets or run multiple batches of mugs in a single session. Thick brick construction paired with a heat-reflective stand helps maintain steady temperatures from bottom to top, reducing the chances of cold spots or glaze inconsistencies.

Key features and benefits

• Five preset firing programs plus the option to customize your own schedules for repeatable results
• Digital controller provides precise temperature control for reliable firings
• 17.5" octagonal chamber with 18" depth accommodates a variety of wares, from dinnerware to multiple mug batches
• 3" firebrick enhances insulation and temperature stability across the firing chamber
• Heat-reflective stand works with thick brick construction to promote even heat distribution
• Fires to cone 10 (2350°F), covering a wide range from earthenware to high-fire porcelain
• Available as a sectional kiln for easier installation
• UL/CSA certified to standard 499 for safety and reliability
• Included: electronic controller, heat-reflective stand, limit timer
• Designed for home studios, professional potters, and teaching spaces

Specifications

• Model: Cress ET18 Ceramic Kiln
• Function: Low to high-fire ceramic and pottery kiln
• Interior Dimensions: 17.5" octagonal x 18" deep
• External Dimensions: 23.5"W × 27"D × 33"H
• Chamber Volume: 2.6 cubic feet
• Maximum Temperature: Cone 10 (2350°F)
• Voltage: 208V or 220V
• Amperage: 26A (208V) / 25A (220V)
• Wattage: 5.5kW
• Receptacle Required: 6-30P
• Breaker Required: 30A
• Weight: 165 lbs
• Warranty: 2 years
• Included: Electronic controller, heat-reflective stand, limit timer
• Special Features: Optional 3-zone temperature control

Ideal for

• Home studios seeking professional-grade results without complexity
• Professional potters needing reliable, repeatable firings
• Teaching spaces where consistent outcomes help students learn glaze and firing techniques
• Firing a range of wares—from earthenware to high-fire porcelain
• Restaurants or galleries preparing consistent batches for orders or exhibitions