{"product_id":"olympic-kilns-gf15e-large-capacity-glass-fusing-kiln","title":"Olympic Kilns GF15E Large Capacity Glass Fusing 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 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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 · Electric Kiln · Front-Loading Glass Fusing\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-title\"\u003eOlympic GF15E Large Capacity Glass Fusing Kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-meta\"\u003eModel GF15E \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 240V or 208V \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 60″ W × 36″ D × 12″ H \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 15 Cubic Feet \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e Fires to 1700°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-lead\"\u003eThe GF15E delivers a massive 15 cubic foot firing chamber in a front-loading horizontal configuration designed for production glass studios and large-scale fusing work. At 60 inches wide and 36 inches deep, this kiln accommodates multiple full sheets of glass simultaneously, making it ideal for architectural panels, tabletops, and high-volume slumping operations. The horizontal chamber design provides even heat distribution across the entire shelf surface, critical for uniform fusing and annealing of large glass pieces.\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\"\u003eMaximum temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e1700°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eChamber capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e15 cubic feet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eInterior dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e60″ W × 36″ D × 12″ H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eVoltage options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e240V or 208V\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\"\u003eDigital controller\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003ePre-programmed controller for glass fusing, slumping, and annealing cycles with adjustable ramp and soak segments\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003e3-inch firebrick insulation\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eHigh-grade ceramic fiber brick provides superior heat retention and firing efficiency for long annealing cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eFront-loading door system\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eHeavy-duty hinged door with counterweight system and high-temperature gasket seal for easy loading and unloading\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eBalanced heating elements\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eIndustrial kanthal wire elements positioned for optimal heat distribution across the full horizontal chamber surface\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eStainless steel jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eDurable exterior shell protects internal components and provides professional appearance for studio environments\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003ePower indicator light\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eVisual confirmation of kiln power status and element operation during firing cycles\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 number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eGF15E\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\"\u003e60″ W × 36″ D × 12″ H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eChamber capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e15 cubic feet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eFirebrick thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e3 inches\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\"\u003e1700°F (927°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eVoltage options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e240V single-phase or 208V three-phase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eKiln orientation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eFront-loading horizontal chamber\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eElement wire type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eKanthal A-1 heating elements\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eController included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eDigital glass-specific controller with multiple programs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eApproximate shipping weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eContact for shipping specifications\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 for glass\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eCustom shelf posts, kiln-washed shelves, and fiber paper sized specifically for the GF15E chamber dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eSolid state relay (SSR) upgrade\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eElectronic switching for quieter operation, extended element life, and more precise temperature control during critical annealing phases\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eOrton kiln vent system\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eDowndraft ventilation removes fumes from glass colorants, kilnwash, and shelf primers during firing\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003ePowered door lift system\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eElectric-assist door mechanism reduces physical strain when opening and closing the heavy front-loading door\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eEmergency parts kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eSpare relays, fuses, thermocouple, and element pins for quick repairs and minimal production downtime\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eType S replacement thermocouple\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003ePlatinum thermocouple sensor for accurate temperature monitoring throughout the glass temperature range\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eMulti-zone temperature control\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eIndependent control of heating zones for advanced firing profiles and compensation for large shelf loads\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003ePower interrupt safety system\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eAutomatic kiln shutdown in case of power fluctuation to protect valuable glass work during annealing\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\"\u003eController upgrade\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-upgrade\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-utop\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-un\"\u003eGenesis Touchscreen — Bartlett Instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-ut\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-ud\"\u003eThe Genesis touchscreen controller provides intuitive programming for complex glass firing schedules with graphical temperature curve visualization and expanded memory for production work. Built by Bartlett Instruments specifically for large-capacity glass kilns, it simplifies annealing calculations and multi-segment ramp profiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"d-uf\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e7-inch full-color touchscreen with graphical firing curve display\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStore up to 40 custom glass programs for fusing, slumping, and annealing schedules\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eReal-time temperature graphing shows actual vs. target temperature throughout the firing\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDelay start function for off-peak electricity rates and overnight annealing cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAutomatic annealing calculations based on glass thickness and firing parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUSB data logging exports firing data for quality control and production records\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  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat electrical service does the GF15E require?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThis kiln requires professional electrical installation by a licensed electrician. It's available in 240V single-phase or 208V three-phase configurations depending on your facility's power availability. Due to the high amperage draw of a 15 cubic foot chamber, you'll need dedicated circuit breakers and appropriately sized wire — contact us for exact electrical specifications for your voltage choice. Most production studios opt for three-phase 208V for more balanced power distribution and lower operating costs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat size glass work can I fit in this kiln?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe 60″ × 36″ interior accommodates multiple full sheets of standard glass (up to 48″ × 96″ when positioned diagonally) or several smaller projects fired simultaneously. The 12-inch height allows for thick glass casting, multiple-layer fusing, and tall slumping molds. This capacity makes the GF15E ideal for architectural panels, large tabletops, multiple production runs, and commercial glass studio operations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eDo I need to purchase kiln furniture separately?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eYes, kiln shelves, posts, and fiber paper are sold separately to allow you to configure the furniture for your specific glass applications. We recommend custom-sized shelves for the GF15E's large chamber — standard furniture kits won't fit this professional-scale kiln. Contact us to specify shelf dimensions, quantities, and accessories for fusing versus slumping work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eCan this kiln handle full annealing cycles for thick glass?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eAbsolutely. The 3-inch brick insulation and digital controller provide the precise, slow cooling required for proper annealing of thick cast glass and multi-layer fused pieces. The large thermal mass of the chamber maintains stable temperatures during extended soak periods, and the optional multi-zone control compensates for temperature variations across the wide shelf span. Program extended annealing cycles of 24+ hours for architectural-thickness work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eHow is Olympic's warranty activated?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eRegister your kiln with Olympic Kilns within 30 days of delivery to activate the one-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty is valid only on kilns purchased through authorized Olympic dealers like Peach State Pottery. Keep your purchase receipt and complete the registration form on Olympic's website immediately after installation.\u003c\/div\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 GF15E is the right kiln for your studio?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-sub\"\u003eOur team can help you evaluate electrical requirements, space planning, and production capacity for your glass work.\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":48403917570203,"sku":"GF15E","price":10817.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7160\/9243\/files\/Olympic_Kilns_GF15ECS_Large_Capacity_Glass_Kiln_-_open_565x565_816a575a-7b07-4ba7-99a0-6dfd522e1c5e.webp?v=1776920100","url":"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/products\/olympic-kilns-gf15e-large-capacity-glass-fusing-kiln","provider":"Peach State Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}