Hot Shot Tempering Oven HS-360T
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Hot Shot Tempering Oven HS-360T
Compact stand-alone tempering and annealing oven designed for knife makers who need precision temperature control between 300°F and 600°F. The clamshell front-loading design provides easy blade access, while the solid state relay ensures accurate heat distribution throughout the 6″ × 10″ × 6″ chamber. Standard 120V operation means no electrician required—plug into any household outlet.
Max temperature600°F
Chamber size6″ W × 10″ D × 6″ H
Power120V household outlet
Heat controlSolid state relay standard
What’s included
Solid state relay
Precise temperature control with even heat distribution throughout the tempering cycle
Clamshell front-loading design
Easy blade loading and unloading with full chamber access from the front door
Precision controller
Digital temperature control for accurate tempering between 300°F and 600°F
Standard 120V cord
Plugs directly into household outlet—no electrician or special wiring required
Technical specifications
ModelHS-360T
Interior dimensions6″ W × 10″ D × 6″ H
Chamber volume0.208 cubic feet
Maximum temperature600°F
Voltage120V
Loading styleFront-loading clamshell door
Heat controlSolid state relay
Plug configurationStandard 120V household outlet
Optional accessories
Atmosphere inlet kit
Add controlled atmosphere capability for specialized heat treating applications
Type K thermocouple
Replacement thermocouple for accurate temperature monitoring
Stainless steel blade rack
Custom rack for holding multiple blades vertically during tempering cycles
Emergency parts kit
Spare relay, thermocouple, and heating element for immediate repairs
Common questions
What steel types can I temper in the HS-360T?
The 600°F maximum temperature is ideal for most knife steels including 1095, 5160, O1, and 1084 carbon steels, as well as many stainless steels like 440C and AEB-L. Most knife steels temper between 350°F and 550°F depending on desired hardness. Higher-alloy tool steels requiring 1000°F+ tempering are not suitable for this oven.
Can I add atmosphere capability for specialized heat treating?
Yes. The HS-360T can be fitted with an optional atmosphere inlet kit that allows you to introduce nitrogen, argon, or other gases during the tempering cycle. This is useful for preventing oxidation on highly polished blades or for specialized metallurgical processes. Contact us about atmosphere kit availability and installation.
What's the difference between this tempering oven and a full heat treat kiln?
This tempering oven reaches only 600°F—it's designed exclusively for the tempering stage after you've already hardened your blades in a forge or heat treat kiln. You cannot harden steel in this oven. For full heat treat capability (hardening and tempering), you need a kiln that reaches 1800°F+ like the Hot Shot HT series heat treat ovens.
How long does a typical tempering cycle take?
Heat-up time to 400°F is approximately 20-30 minutes. Most knife makers run two 2-hour tempering cycles with a cool-down between cycles, so expect a full tempering process to take 5-6 hours including heat-up, soak time, and cool-down periods. The solid state relay maintains precise temperature throughout the soak.
Is the warranty valid if I buy from Peach State Pottery?
Yes. Peach State Pottery is an authorized Hot Shot dealer, which means your oven is covered by the full manufacturer's one-year limited warranty. You must register the oven within 30 days of delivery. Purchases from unauthorized resellers or used equipment are not covered by manufacturer warranty.
Not sure if the HS-360T is the right tempering oven for your knife shop?
Our team can help you compare chamber sizes, atmosphere options, and temperature ranges for your specific steel types.
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