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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\"\u003eParagon · Heat Treating Oven · Knife Making\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-title\"\u003eParagon Knife Oven - KM18 Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-meta\"\u003eKM18 Pro \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 240V \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e Space-age ceramic fiber construction \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e Fires to 2350°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-lead\"\u003eProfessional-grade knife heat treating oven engineered specifically for bladesmiths who demand precision control over hardening, tempering, and annealing processes. Built with space-age ceramic fiber insulation that reaches 500°F in minutes—dramatically faster than traditional brick kilns—while consuming significantly less energy. Features long-lasting wavy surface-mounted heating elements that dissipate heat rapidly and extend element life far beyond conventional designs.\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\"\u003e2350°F (Cone 10)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003eSpace-age ceramic fiber insulation\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 single-phase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eHeat-Up Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003eReaches 500°F in minutes\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\"\u003eSpace-age ceramic fiber insulation\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eHigh-performance insulation that heats rapidly and conserves energy compared to traditional brick construction\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eWavy surface-mounted heating elements\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eLong-lasting element design mounted in walls that dissipates heat rapidly and significantly extends element life\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eDigital controller\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eProgrammable digital controller for precise temperature management during heat treating cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eProfessional heat treating chamber\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003ePurpose-built chamber designed for knife blades and small tools requiring controlled hardening and tempering\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\"\u003eKM18 Pro\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\"\u003e2350°F (Cone 10)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eInsulation Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eSpace-age ceramic fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eHeating Elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eLong-lasting wavy surface-mounted elements in walls\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 single-phase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eHeat-Up Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eReaches 500°F in minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eKnife and blade heat treating (hardening, tempering, annealing)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eMade In\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eUSA\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 Paragon. Must be registered within 30 days of delivery. Valid only through authorized dealers like Peach State Pottery.\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\"\u003eGas inlet port for atmosphere control\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eAllows introduction of inert or reducing atmosphere gases during heat treating for specialized steel applications\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eAdditional shelving and furniture\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eCeramic fiber boards and posts for configuring blade placement and maximizing chamber capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eType K thermocouple replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eReplacement thermocouple for maintaining accurate temperature readings over time\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, and critical components to minimize downtime in production environments\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\"\u003eUpgrade to Bartlett's Genesis touchscreen controller for advanced heat treating programs with precision ramp\/soak capabilities, multi-step profiling for complex steel recipes, and intuitive touch interface designed for exacting temperature control during hardening and tempering cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"d-uf\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLarge 4.3\" full-color touchscreen with real-time temperature graphing\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStore up to 32 custom heat treating programs for different steel types\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePrecision ramp and soak control for critical transformation temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMulti-step program capability for quench timing and temper cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDelay start and hold functions for unattended operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUSB data logging for quality control documentation and repeatability\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 types of steel can I heat treat in the KM18 Pro?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe KM18 Pro reaches 2350°F, making it suitable for heat treating most common knife steels including 1095, 1084, 5160, 52100, O1, A2, and many stainless steels like 440C and AEB-L. High-alloy stainless steels requiring temperatures above 2000°F (like S30V, S35VN, or CPM steels) can be hardened, though you may need atmosphere control for optimal results. Carbon and low-alloy steels that harden between 1450-1550°F are ideal for this oven.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eDo I need a gas inlet for atmosphere control?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eMost carbon steel heat treating can be done successfully in an air atmosphere without gas inlet. However, if you work with high-alloy stainless steels or want to minimize decarburization and scale formation on any steel, adding an optional gas inlet port for inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) or reducing atmosphere gives you better control over surface finish and edge retention. Many bladesmiths start without atmosphere control and add it later as their work advances.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat controller comes standard with the KM18 Pro?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe KM18 Pro includes a programmable digital controller as standard equipment, allowing you to set precise temperatures and hold times for hardening and tempering cycles. For bladesmiths who want more advanced programming—such as multi-step ramp\/soak profiles for complex heat treating schedules or data logging for production work—the Genesis touchscreen upgrade is available and offers significantly more control and documentation capability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eHow does the KM18 Pro compare to brick kilns for knife making?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe ceramic fiber construction heats up to 500°F in just minutes compared to 45-60 minutes for traditional brick kilns, saving significant time and energy. The fiber insulation also cools faster, allowing you to run more heat treating cycles per day. The wavy surface-mounted elements last longer than elements in brick kilns because they dissipate heat more efficiently. The trade-off is that fiber kilns require more careful handling—avoid touching the fiber walls—while brick kilns are more durable for rough shop environments.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eIs Peach State Pottery an authorized Paragon dealer for warranty service?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eYes, Peach State Pottery is an authorized Paragon dealer. Your one-year limited warranty is valid when purchased through us, provided you register the oven within 30 days of delivery. Buying from an authorized dealer ensures you receive factory support, genuine Paragon parts, and warranty service. We can also help you troubleshoot heat treating issues and recommend the right accessories for your specific steel types and blade work.\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 KM18 Pro is the right heat treating oven for your blade shop?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-sub\"\u003eOur team can help you compare models, discuss atmosphere control options, and ensure you have the right setup for your steel types. We're an authorized Paragon dealer serving bladesmiths and knifemakers throughout Atlanta and the Southeast.\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":"Paragon","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48584996782235,"sku":"KM18PRO-BLUE","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Berry","offer_id":48584996815003,"sku":"KM18PRO-BERRY","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sea Glass","offer_id":48584996847771,"sku":"KM18PRO-SEAGLA","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy","offer_id":48584996880539,"sku":"KM18PRO-NAVY","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hot Pink","offer_id":48584996913307,"sku":"KM18PRO-HOTPIN","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turquoise","offer_id":48584996946075,"sku":"KM18PRO-TURQUO","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Jade","offer_id":48584996978843,"sku":"KM18PRO-JADE","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":48584997011611,"sku":"KM18PRO-BLACK","price":5440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7160\/9243\/files\/product-image-1_265d22cf-4119-4102-84e4-0c5d7eac548d.jpg?v=1778965035","url":"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/products\/paragon-knife-oven-km18-pro","provider":"Peach State Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}