{"product_id":"olympic-kilns-23-raku-updraft-gas-kiln","title":"Olympic Kilns 23 Raku Updraft Gas 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 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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\"\u003eOlympic Kilns · Gas Kiln · Raku Updraft\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-title\"\u003eOlympic Kilns 23 Raku Updraft Gas Kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-meta\"\u003eModel 23 Raku \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e Natural Gas or Propane \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 23.375″ W × 27″ H \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e Fires to Cone 10 \/ 2350°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-lead\"\u003eThe Olympic 23 Raku is an updraft gas kiln engineered specifically for raku firing techniques that produce dramatic metallic lusters and crackle glazes. This 23.375-inch diameter kiln fires to Cone 10 on either natural gas or propane, with a specialized burner system designed for the rapid heating and controlled atmosphere required for successful raku work. Built with durable refractory materials and a convertible gas system, this kiln delivers consistent high-temperature performance for both traditional raku and alternative firing methods.\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 Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003eCone 10 \/ 2350°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eChamber Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e23.375″ diameter × 27″ height\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003eNatural gas or propane\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eKiln Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003eUpdraft raku configuration\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\"\u003eUpdraft Gas Burner System\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003ePurpose-built burner designed for raku firing with rapid heat-up capability and atmosphere control\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eConvertible Gas System\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eFactory-configured for either natural gas or propane operation with conversion capability\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eRefractory Brick Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eHigh-temperature insulating firebrick designed to withstand thermal shock from raku firing cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Steel Frame\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eReinforced steel jacket and structural support for durability during repeated firings\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003ePilot Light System\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eIntegrated pilot for safe and reliable ignition with manual gas control valves\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eKiln Stand\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eMetal stand elevates the kiln to safe working height for loading and unloading hot raku pieces\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\"\u003e23 Raku\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eKiln Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eUpdraft gas raku kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eInterior Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e23.375″ diameter × 27″ height\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\"\u003eCone 10 \/ 2350°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eNatural gas or propane (convertible)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eBurner Configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eUpdraft burner system\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eBrick Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eHigh-temperature insulating firebrick\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eSteel-jacketed with reinforced frame\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eIgnition System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eManual pilot light with gas valves\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eApproximately 450 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-warranty\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-year limited kiln warranty from Olympic Kilns. Must be registered within 30 days of delivery. Valid only through authorized dealers.\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 Furniture Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eHigh-temperature shelves and posts sized for 23″ diameter chamber, rated for raku thermal shock\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eRaku Tongs\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eLong-handled professional tongs for safely removing hot pottery during raku firing process\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eReduction Chamber\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eMetal container for post-firing reduction atmosphere with combustible materials\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003ePyrometer\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eDigital temperature monitoring system for accurate cone 10 firing control\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eGas Pressure Regulator\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003ePrecision regulator for consistent gas pressure and optimal firing performance\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eReplacement Burner Parts\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eSpare orifices, thermocouples, and pilot components for routine maintenance\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\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eCan this kiln run on both natural gas and propane?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eYes. The Olympic 23 Raku is convertible between natural gas and propane. The kiln can be factory-configured for either fuel type, and conversion kits are available if you need to switch fuel sources. Natural gas typically provides more consistent BTU delivery for long firing sessions, while propane offers greater portability. Contact us to specify your preferred fuel type when ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat are the gas supply requirements for this kiln?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eFor natural gas operation, you'll need a dedicated gas line with adequate pressure (typically 7-14 inches water column) and sufficient BTU capacity to reach Cone 10 temperatures. For propane, a standard tank with appropriate regulator is required. The exact BTU rating and supply line sizing should be determined by a licensed gas technician based on your facility's specifications. All gas installations must comply with local codes and regulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eDoes this kiln come with kiln furniture?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eNo, kiln furniture (shelves and posts) is sold separately. Raku firing often requires specialized furniture that can withstand rapid temperature changes and thermal shock. We recommend high-temperature shelves rated for Cone 10 and sized to fit the 23.375″ diameter chamber. Contact us for furniture kit recommendations specific to raku firing techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat installation and ventilation requirements should I plan for?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe Olympic 23 Raku requires outdoor installation or a well-ventilated indoor space with proper exhaust ventilation, as gas kilns produce combustion byproducts. You'll need clearance from combustible materials as specified in the owner's manual, typically 18-36 inches on all sides. The kiln should be installed on a non-combustible surface with the included stand. A licensed gas technician must perform the gas connection, and installation must meet all local fire and building codes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-q\"\u003eHow is the one-year warranty activated?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-a\"\u003eRegister your kiln with Olympic Kilns within 30 days of delivery to activate the one-year limited warranty. The warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship but does not cover damage from improper installation, misuse, or normal wear components like burner parts. Warranty service is only valid when the kiln is purchased through an authorized Olympic dealer like Peach State Pottery.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-cta\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-title\"\u003eNot sure if the Olympic 23 Raku is the right kiln for your studio?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-sub\"\u003eOur kiln specialists can help you evaluate gas supply requirements, ventilation needs, and whether this updraft raku kiln matches your firing goals.\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":"Olympic Kilns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48403705561243,"sku":"23Raku","price":4464.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7160\/9243\/files\/OlympicKilns23RakuGasKiln-open_638x638_36a39c56-63c0-4060-9aa8-127c3af2d8e4.webp?v=1776917799","url":"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/products\/olympic-kilns-23-raku-updraft-gas-kiln","provider":"Peach State Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}