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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 - KM54 Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-meta\"\u003eKM54 Pro \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 240V \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 7.5\" x 4.5\" x 54\" chamber \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e Extra-long capacity \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 2350°F max\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-lead\"\u003eThe KM54 Pro delivers professional heat treating capability in-house with an extra-long 54\" chamber designed for swords, long blades, and high-volume knife production. Space-age ceramic fiber construction reaches 500°F in minutes—dramatically faster than traditional brick kilns—while the 2350°F maximum temperature handles heat treating, tempering, and annealing of high-performance knife steels. Made in USA by Paragon, a precision heat treat equipment manufacturer since 1948.\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\"\u003e2350°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eChamber Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e7.5\" W × 4.5\" H × 54\" L\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e240V (electrician install)\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\"\u003eCeramic fiber (rapid heat-up)\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\"\u003eCeramic Fiber Insulation\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eSpace-age ceramic fiber construction for rapid heat-up times and energy efficiency compared to traditional brick kilns\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\"\u003ePre-programmed digital controller for precise temperature management during heat treating, tempering, and annealing cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eExtra-Long Chamber\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003e54-inch chamber length accommodates swords, long blades, and multiple knives for production knife makers\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eHigh-Temperature Elements\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eIndustrial heating elements rated to 2350°F for heat treating high-performance knife steels including CPM and stainless alloys\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\"\u003eKM54 Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eChamber Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e7.5\" W × 4.5\" H × 54\" L\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\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\"\u003eCeramic fiber construction\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\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eLicensed electrician required for hardwired 240V connection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eHeat treating, tempering, annealing knife steels and tool steels\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eHeat-Up Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eReaches 500°F in minutes (ceramic fiber design)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eMade in USA by Paragon Industries\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 warranty from Paragon Industries. 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\"\u003eAtmosphere Gas Inlet Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eAllows introduction of inert gas atmosphere for specialized heat treating applications and preventing oxidation during critical hardening cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eQuench Tank Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eStainless steel quench tank and accessories for oil or water quenching immediately after heat treating cycle completion\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\"\u003eHigh-temperature replacement thermocouple rated for 2350°F operation in heat treating applications\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, thermocouple, and critical replacement components for uninterrupted production operation\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eStainless Steel Work Racks\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eCustom-sized stainless racks for organizing multiple blades during production heat treating runs\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eTemperature Data Logger\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eRecords and documents temperature profiles for quality control and heat treat certification requirements\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 from Bartlett Instruments offers precision temperature management with custom programmable ramp\/hold segments for complex heat treating protocols. Large color touchscreen interface simplifies programming multi-step cycles for austenitizing, soaking, and controlled cooling rates required by modern knife steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"d-uf\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStore up to 200 custom heat treating programs for different steel types and blade geometries\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLarge 4.3\" color touchscreen with intuitive menu navigation—no cryptic codes or button combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eProgram up to 32 segments per firing for precise control of critical temperature transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eReal-time temperature graphing displays heating curve and allows in-process monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAlarm notifications for over-temperature conditions and program completion alerts\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUSB data export for heat treat certification documentation and quality control 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 knife steels can I heat treat in the KM54 Pro?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe 2350°F maximum temperature handles virtually all knife steels including 1095, 5160, 52100, O1, A2, D2, and most stainless steels like 440C and AEB-L. It's suitable for common carbon steels (austenitizing around 1475-1550°F) and air-hardening tool steels. High-alloy CPM powdered steels that require 2100-2200°F austenitizing temperatures—like CPM-154, S30V, S35VN—are within range. For exotic steels requiring temperatures above 2350°F, consult Paragon about specialized models.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eDo I need the atmosphere gas inlet for my heat treating?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eMost knife makers don't need atmosphere control for successful heat treating—scaling can be removed during grinding and finishing. The optional gas inlet kit is beneficial if you're working with thin blades where decarburization is a concern, doing stainless steel heat treating where you want to minimize oxidation, or producing high-volume production runs where you want to reduce post-heat-treat cleanup time. Argon or nitrogen atmosphere prevents scale formation but adds complexity and cost to your process.\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 KM54 Pro?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe KM54 Pro includes Paragon's digital controller with programmable ramp and hold segments for heat treating cycles. You can program heating rates, soak times at target temperature, and controlled cooling—all critical for proper heat treating. The Genesis touchscreen upgrade offers a more intuitive color touchscreen interface, expanded program storage (200 programs vs. limited on standard controller), real-time graphing, and USB data export for documentation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eHow does the KM54 Pro compare to smaller Paragon knife ovens?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe KM54 Pro's 54-inch chamber is designed for swords, long blades, and production knife makers who heat treat multiple pieces simultaneously. Paragon's smaller models (like the KM18 or KM27) have similar temperature capability and ceramic fiber construction but shorter chambers—suitable for pocket knives and kitchen knives up to about 12-14 inches. If you're making chef knives, hunting knives, or need to heat treat 4-6 blades at once, the KM54 gives you that capacity. For occasional small blade work, a shorter model saves money and bench space.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eIs the warranty valid if I buy from Peach State Pottery?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eYes—Peach State Pottery is an authorized Paragon dealer, so your one-year limited warranty from Paragon Industries is fully valid. You must register your oven within 30 days of delivery to activate warranty coverage. Purchasing from unauthorized resellers (eBay, Amazon third-party sellers, etc.) typically voids manufacturer warranties. As an authorized dealer, we can also provide technical support and coordinate any warranty service directly with Paragon if needed.\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 KM54 Pro is the right heat treating oven for your shop?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-sub\"\u003eOur kiln specialists can help you compare Paragon knife oven models, discuss electrical requirements, and determine the right chamber size for your blade production needs.\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":48584718024859,"sku":"KM54PRO-BLUE","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Berry","offer_id":48584718057627,"sku":"KM54PRO-BERRY","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sea Glass","offer_id":48584718090395,"sku":"KM54PRO-SEAGLA","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy","offer_id":48584718123163,"sku":"KM54PRO-NAVY","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hot Pink","offer_id":48584718155931,"sku":"KM54PRO-HOTPIN","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turquoise","offer_id":48584718188699,"sku":"KM54PRO-TURQUO","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Jade","offer_id":48584718221467,"sku":"KM54PRO-JADE","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":48584718254235,"sku":"KM54PRO-BLACK","price":8128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7160\/9243\/files\/product-image-1_84b4e96a-5219-424d-a47f-90151771001c.jpg?v=1778963437","url":"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/products\/paragon-knife-oven-km54-pro","provider":"Peach State Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}