Cress ET27 Ceramic Kiln

Cress ET27 Ceramic Kiln: Big-Capacity Decagonal Studio Kiln

Designed for ambitious studios, the ET27 opens up new possibilities with a 23.38" wide by 27" deep decagonal chamber and rugged 3" firebrick walls. With a 7 cubic foot interior, you can fire complete dinnerware sets, larger sculptural pieces, or multiple projects in a single load, making it ideal for production potters and teaching studios alike.

Precise Control for Every Firing

The digital controller offers five preset firing programs, helping you tailor heat-up, soak, and cool schedules to your glazes and clays. Whether you’re bisque firing daily or experimenting with specialty glazes, you’ll have repeatable results and reliable temperature management from cone 01 to cone 10 (2350°F). The thick 3" brick walls stabilize temperatures across the chamber for even heat distribution.

Room to Grow Your Workflow

With 27" of depth, you can stack multiple shelves of mugs and bowls or reserve space for dramatic statement pieces. The ten-sided chamber design makes it easier to arrange work in a natural, efficient layout, helping you maximize every firing. The ET27 is capable of handling a broad range of ceramic work, from earthenware to high-fire porcelain.

Durable Construction and Performance

Three-inch firebrick and an efficient insulation design contribute to steady temperatures throughout the firing. The kiln is built to support local studios, schools, and production potters alike, delivering dependable performance across all firing ranges.

Power, Size, and Installation Details

• Interior chamber: 23.38" decagonal x 27" depth; 7 cubic feet
• Maximum temperature: Cone 10 (2350°F)
• Chamber material: 3" firebrick (standard; 3" brick available)
• External dimensions: 30.5"W x 35"D x 42"H
• Weight: 315 lbs
• Voltage options: 240V or 208V
• Amperage: 48A (240V) / 29+26A (208V)
• Power: 11.5kW (240V) / 11kW (208V)
• Receptacle: 6-50P (240V) / WD-2CKS (208V)
• Breaker: 60A (240V) / Per local code (208V)

Warranty, Certification, and Installation Options

The Cress ET27 carries a 3-year manufacturer limited warranty and UL/CSA certification to standard 499, underscoring its safety and reliability. It’s also available as a sectional kiln option, making installation easier in spaces with tighter access or split-site layouts.

Why the ET27 Delivers for Busy Studios

Skip the bottleneck of multiple small firings by loading an entire market-ready batch in one go. You can fill the top shelves with cereal bowls, reserve the middle for decorative works, and place chunky planters on the bottom—while the kiln does the firing, you focus on throwing tomorrow’s pieces or refining that glaze recipe. The combination of generous chamber size, robust insulation, and a flexible power setup makes the ET27 a dependable partner as your ceramic practice scales.