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Paragon Fusion 8 - Even heat, extra depth, endless creativity
The Paragon Fusion 8 introduces artists to a new level of precision and freedom in glass fusing. With its generous 11" chamber depth and 8-sided design, this kiln gives you the room to expand your projects—and the even heating to perfect them. From jewelry and bowls to fused bottle projects, silk-screened patterns, decals, frit painting, and glass weaving, the Fusion8 opens the door to sophisticated techniques and consistent results.
Why own a kiln like this?
Having your own glass kiln means complete creative independence. With the Fusion8 in your studio, you can experiment with slumping molds, fuse layered designs, emboss textures, and try advanced methods like recycled bottle fusing or stringer painting—all from home, on your own schedule. It’s the perfect tool for refining your voice as a glass artist and producing high-quality, personalized pieces.
Why choose the Paragon Fusion 8?
What sets the Fusion 8 apart is its superior heat distribution and thoughtful construction. The kiln features both top and sidewall heating elements for balanced temperature control—an essential advantage when working with delicate or layered glasswork. The lid elements are mounted in pinless grooves, eliminating the need for pins, while the sidewall element is recessed into the firebrick for long-term protection.
The firing chamber measures 17.5" wide and 11" deep, making it ideal for larger jewelry batches, bowls, plates, and thicker work that requires extended fusing or annealing times. The kiln is built with 2.5" insulating firebrick walls and a thick 3" firebrick lid to maintain thermal stability and minimize heat loss.
The Fusion 8 includes an 18" tall steel stand, raising the kiln to a comfortable working height. A full-formed galvanized steel base plate supports and reinforces the firebrick bottom, folding up along the edges to strengthen the entire structure.
The Paragon Fusion 8 is equipped with the SENTINEL Touch Xpress digital controller, mounted on a sloped panel for comfortable access. This advanced controller allows you to save and run custom firing schedules with ease—whether you’re slumping, full fusing, or tack fusing. A sheathed Type-K thermocouple ensures accurate readings, and a tapered peephole with plug gives you a clear view inside without significant heat loss.
Who is this kiln for?
The Fusion8 is ideal for glass artists who are ready to move beyond small-format projects and want more versatility in size and technique. It’s a smart choice for home studios, classrooms, and dedicated hobbyists who want excellent heat control and more firing depth. With both top and side firing, it delivers reliable results across a wide range of applications.
Durable, smart construction
- Top and side-mounted heating elements for even heat distribution
- Pinless grooves in the lid and recessed wall grooves for element protection
- 3" firebrick lid and 2.5" firebrick walls and bottom
- Full-formed galvanized steel base plate
- Lock-in lid support for safe and stable loading
- Heavy-duty sheathed Type-K thermocouple
- Sentinel digital controller on a sloped, louvered switch box with industrial-grade wiring
- Tapered peephole with plug
- 18" steel stand included for ideal working height
Built with pride in Mesquite, Texas
Every Paragon Fusion 8 is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas, using high-quality American components. With its durable build and precision performance, this kiln is made to keep up with your ideas—and take your glasswork further.
The Paragon Fusion 8 introduces artists to a new level of precision and freedom in glass fusing. With its generous 11" chamber depth and 8-sided design, this kiln gives you the room to expand your projects—and the even heating to perfect them. From jewelry and bowls to fused bottle projects, silk-screened patterns, decals, frit painting, and glass weaving, the Fusion8 opens the door to sophisticated techniques and consistent results.
Why own a kiln like this?
Having your own glass kiln means complete creative independence. With the Fusion8 in your studio, you can experiment with slumping molds, fuse layered designs, emboss textures, and try advanced methods like recycled bottle fusing or stringer painting—all from home, on your own schedule. It’s the perfect tool for refining your voice as a glass artist and producing high-quality, personalized pieces.
Why choose the Paragon Fusion 8?
What sets the Fusion 8 apart is its superior heat distribution and thoughtful construction. The kiln features both top and sidewall heating elements for balanced temperature control—an essential advantage when working with delicate or layered glasswork. The lid elements are mounted in pinless grooves, eliminating the need for pins, while the sidewall element is recessed into the firebrick for long-term protection.
The firing chamber measures 17.5" wide and 11" deep, making it ideal for larger jewelry batches, bowls, plates, and thicker work that requires extended fusing or annealing times. The kiln is built with 2.5" insulating firebrick walls and a thick 3" firebrick lid to maintain thermal stability and minimize heat loss.
The Fusion 8 includes an 18" tall steel stand, raising the kiln to a comfortable working height. A full-formed galvanized steel base plate supports and reinforces the firebrick bottom, folding up along the edges to strengthen the entire structure.
The Paragon Fusion 8 is equipped with the SENTINEL Touch Xpress digital controller, mounted on a sloped panel for comfortable access. This advanced controller allows you to save and run custom firing schedules with ease—whether you’re slumping, full fusing, or tack fusing. A sheathed Type-K thermocouple ensures accurate readings, and a tapered peephole with plug gives you a clear view inside without significant heat loss.
Who is this kiln for?
The Fusion8 is ideal for glass artists who are ready to move beyond small-format projects and want more versatility in size and technique. It’s a smart choice for home studios, classrooms, and dedicated hobbyists who want excellent heat control and more firing depth. With both top and side firing, it delivers reliable results across a wide range of applications.
Durable, smart construction
- Top and side-mounted heating elements for even heat distribution
- Pinless grooves in the lid and recessed wall grooves for element protection
- 3" firebrick lid and 2.5" firebrick walls and bottom
- Full-formed galvanized steel base plate
- Lock-in lid support for safe and stable loading
- Heavy-duty sheathed Type-K thermocouple
- Sentinel digital controller on a sloped, louvered switch box with industrial-grade wiring
- Tapered peephole with plug
- 18" steel stand included for ideal working height
Built with pride in Mesquite, Texas
Every Paragon Fusion 8 is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas, using high-quality American components. With its durable build and precision performance, this kiln is made to keep up with your ideas—and take your glasswork further.
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