{"product_id":"cress-gls2618e-clamshell-glass-kiln","title":"Cress GLS2618E Clamshell Glass Kiln","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.d{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;color:#111;line-height:1.6;width:100%;max-width:100%;display:block!important}\n.d *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.d-intro{padding-bottom:36px;margin-bottom:44px;border-bottom:2px solid #111;display:block}\n.d-kicker{font-size:0.72em;letter-spacing:0.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#FF8C42;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:12px;display:block}\n.d-title{font-size:1.9em;font-weight:700;color:#000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:12px;display:block}\n.d-meta{font-size:0.88em;color:#888;display:block;margin-bottom:20px}\n.d-meta b{color:#bbb;margin:0 7px;font-weight:400}\n.d-lead{font-size:0.97em;color:#444;line-height:1.9;display:block}\n.d-glance{display:grid!important;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);border:1px solid #e0e0e0;margin-bottom:64px}\n.d-gi{padding:16px 18px;border-right:1px 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1fr}.d-gi:nth-child(2){border-right:none}.d-gi:nth-child(-n+2){border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0}.d-cell,.d-uf li{border-right:none!important}.d-sr{grid-template-columns:1fr}.d-sk{border-right:none;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:4px}.d-cta{flex-direction:column;align-items:flex-start}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-kicker\"\u003eCress  ·  Clamshell Glass Kiln  ·  GLS Clamshell Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-title\"\u003eCress GLS2618E Clamshell Glass Kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-meta\"\u003eModel CRESS-GLS2618E \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 240V \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 26\" x 17.5\" x 9\" deep \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 1800°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-lead\"\u003eThe Cress GLS2618E is a large clamshell glass kiln with a 26\" x 17.5\" chamber, 9\" deep (2.3 cu ft), rated to 1800°F. Solid-state relays handle long, repeatable firings, the lid elements are sheathed in quartz tubes, and the kiln rides on a heavy-duty rolling stand with locking wheels and a bottom shelf. Sized for platters, panels and production fusing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-glance\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eMax Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e1800°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eChamber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e26\" x 17.5\" x 9\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e240V\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eInsulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003eBrick + fiberboard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-grid2\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eThe kiln, factory-wired\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eBuilt and wired at Cress's own shop in Carson City, Nevada, and shipped ready to connect.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eThree-year Cress warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eThree years from the date of purchase to the original buyer. Cress handles warranty work through the dealer you bought from — so you call us, not a factory line.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eStand — ask us first\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eCress's glass catalogue describes a pre-assembled welded steel stand, but their price list also sells GK2 and GK3 stands as separate items. We will not promise one either way until the factory confirms it for your model. Ask and we will get it in writing before you order.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eThe furniture kit is a separate item — Cress lists one per size. Kiln wash and venting are separate too. Cress does not publish a controller model or a supplied plug type for this line, so we do not state either.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-grid2\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eClamshell Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eThe upper section lifts on a hinge and locks open with a strong lid brace, giving full access to the shelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eElements in Quartz Tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eLid-mounted elements sit inside quartz tubes for longer life and cleaner projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eBrick Floor, 4.5\" Brick Sidewall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eA firebrick floor and 4.5\" tall firebrick sidewall with its own element for even heat distribution.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eFiberboard Upper Section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003e2.5\" high-temperature fiberboard in the upper section and top keeps the moving half light.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eRolling Stand with Shelf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eHeavy-duty metal stand with locking wheels and a bottom shelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eSolid-State Relays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eQuiet, long-lived relays for long firings with repeatable results. Cress full-keypad digital controller on a slanted panel, with room for 6 programs of 8 segments each.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eGLS2618E\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eCRESS-GLS2618E\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eChamber opening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e26\" x 17.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eChamber depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e9\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eCubic feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e2.3 cu ft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eMaximum temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e1800°F (982°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e240V\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eAmperage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e26A\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003ePlug \/ connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eNEMA 6-30P\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eBreaker (fuse) size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e30A\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eInsulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eFirebrick floor and 4.5\" firebrick sidewall, 2.5\" fiberboard upper section and lid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eExterior dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e45\" W x 30\" D x 46\" H (on stand)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eController\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eCress full-keypad digital controller on a slanted panel, with room for 6 programs of 8 segments each.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eEstimated shipping weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e425 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e3-year limited (Cress Mfg.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-warranty\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-year limited warranty from Cress Manufacturing, from the date of purchase to the original purchaser, covering defects in materials and workmanship. Element coverage is limited to one replacement set during the three years. Keep your proof of purchase. Peach State Pottery is an authorized Cress dealer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eOptional accessories\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-grid2\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eKiln shelves and posts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eShelves and posts sized to this chamber. Call us and we will quote the right set.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eKiln wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eShelf primer or kiln wash keeps glass from sticking to shelves.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eKiln paper and fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eThinfire or fiber paper for clean release and texture work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eReplacement elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eElements are a wear item. Cress's warranty covers one replacement set in the first three years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eFactory options\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-upgrade\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-utop\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-un\"\u003eTouchscreen Controller Upgrade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-ut\"\u003eAsk us\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-ud\"\u003eSome dealers offer Cress kilns with an upgraded touchscreen controller. Call us to confirm current availability on this model before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"d-uf\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFull-color touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCustom programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAsk for availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOrder at time of purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat electrical circuit does it need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe GLS2618E runs on 240V and draws 26A. Connection: NEMA 6-30P. Cress lists the breaker (fuse) size as 30A. A kiln is a continuous load, so have a licensed electrician size the breaker and wire to your local code before delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhy choose a clamshell over a top-loader for glass?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe whole top lifts away, so you can see and reach the full shelf from the sides while placing delicate layups, and you aren't leaning over hot elements to unload.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eCan I fire pottery in this kiln?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eIt is designed for glass and is rated to 1800°F, which is below stoneware and mid-range glaze temperatures. For ceramics, look at Cress's E and ET kilns.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eHow long until it ships?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eCress kilns are built to order in Carson City, Nevada and ship directly from the factory. Lead time varies with Cress's production schedule, so call us for the current estimate before you order.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eDoes buying from Peach State Pottery affect my warranty?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eNo. We are an authorized Cress dealer. Cress warrants its kilns for three years from the date of purchase to the original purchaser; keep your proof of purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-cta\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-title\"\u003eNot sure if the CRESS-GLS2618E is right for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-sub\"\u003eWe’re authorized Cress dealers based in Atlanta. Call, email, or chat — we’ll give you a straight answer about specs, sizing, wiring, and accessories before you spend a dollar.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/pages\/contact-us\" class=\"d-cta-link\"\u003eTalk to an expert →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49665835270299,"sku":"CRESS-GLS2618E","price":4297.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7160\/9243\/files\/cress-gls2618e-clamshell-glass-kiln.jpg?v=1790536799","url":"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/products\/cress-gls2618e-clamshell-glass-kiln","provider":"Peach State Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}