GTS 23 Available w/  Dyna-Lift  Lid Lift Assist
 

Stick your head in any glass studio and you're likely to see this kiln. Look closer and you'll see that it's being worked. The GTS 23-9 has become the "studio standard". It offers a size that just seems to fit the needs of most artists and studio owners. Small pieces can be loaded in volume, while relatively large pieces can be created. The GTS 23-9 excels at fusing, slumping, painting and pate de Verre. It can be used for annealing if desired. The GTS 23-9 is stock equipped with manually controlled infinite switches although it's rarely ordered in this design. It's most often ordered with the built-in Set-Pro or RampMaster II digital temperature control.

The GTS 23 series of kilns is now available with the Dyna-Lift lid lift assist. The Dyna-Lift lightens the force needed to operate the kiln lid. It does so with ease and grace and with no negative effects upon the kiln itself. Hallmarks of the design include no kiln body connection, single point lifting and emphasis on allowing the lid to act naturally.

GTS 23-9 shown with optional
RampMaster II Controller and 13.5" depth.

Control Options
Manual Switches
Set-Pro
RampMaster II

Custom Options
Dyna-Lift
Handheld Control
Swing View Adjustable Control
Viewing Window
CE marked for Europe
 

Chamber Depths Options
9" and 13.5"

Features, Specifications and Other Fun Stuff

Control Options

The GTS 23-9 is most commonly ordered with the RampMaster II control. The RampMaster II is our full featured control and brings out the best in the GTS 23-9. We also offer our 3 button Set-Pro control as well. The Set-Pro offers a host of practical features at an economical price. Of course we still offer the GTS 23-9 with manually controlled infinite switches

We have some very neat options designed for easy viewing and programming of the RampMaster II control. Our Swing View adjustable control option installs the RampMaster II in a swiveled enclosure that allows you to position the control at a user friendly viewing and programming angle. It's quite an improvement over the standard fixed design. For those who prefer a handheld style of devise we offer the Handheld Option. As you can imagine, the handheld option positions the RampMaster II in a handheld enclosure making programming and viewing extremely easy and comfortable. You're going to really enjoy these back saving options.
 

Power Interrupt Option:

The GTS 23-9 is available with the Power Interrupt Option (a.k.a. lid switch). The Power Interrupt Option automatically removes power from all heating elements as the lid is opened and reapplies power as the lid is closed. Those wishing to enter the kiln during firing should strongly consider requesting this option as an added measure of safety. The Power Interrupt Option is available only on RampMaster II and Set-Pro equipped models.
 

Firing Chamber Dimensions and Options:

Our standard firing chamber dimensions are 23.5" diameter x 9" deep, (60cm long x 23cm deep). We can, and do, build the GTS 23-9 in a 13.5" (34cm) deep version. Ask your distributor for the 13.5" when ordering, you're going to love the extra depth.
 

Voltage and Phase Configurations:

North American Models:

240V single phase, 30A, 7200W, NEMA 6-50R
208V single phase, 30A, 6240W, NEMA 6-50R
240V 3Ø (delta), 26A, 7200W, Direct Wire
208V 3Ø (delta), 26A, 6240W, Direct Wire

Global Models:

230V 3Ø (delta), 25A, 6.6Kw
400V, 14.4A, 6.6Kw
 

Suitability:

All glass related firing up to 1800°F (982°C), such as painting, fusing, slumping, Pate de Verre, etc.. While it can be used for annealing purposes, there may be better choices, particularly our front loading designs.

It should also be noted at this point, that the GTS 23-9 is designed to fire a single layer or shelf. The nature of the GTS 23-9 is to provide heat from the lid elements directly to the shelf containing the glass. Attempting to fire glass below the top shelf is likely to lead to frustration and disappointment. So.....one shelf only. 

The GTS 23-9 is not really designed to fire Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery, China or other "ceramic" related materials.
 

Recommended Kiln Furniture (Shelving & Posts):

We recommend the following shelf: 21" (53cm) Round Shelf - Part # 7420

You'll also need a quantity of posts to support the shelf. What length? We suggest either 2" or 3" posts. How many? Four posts works well. These will work: 2"  (5cm) Tri Post - Part # 7002, 3"  (7.6cm) Tri Post - Part #7003
 

Shipping Weight:

140 lb. (64kg) - Added depth models slightly more.
 

Agency Listings and Markings:

U/L & CU/L listing available on this model. Model features and options may affect listing.
CU/L is a Canadian Listing which is accepted by authorities in all Provinces.
 

Kiln Vent:

Evenheat offers the Orton Downdraft Vent System as an option. Is venting necessary in glass work? Depends! Vents are nice if you're firing paints, decals or other items that may need oxygen to develop color properly. Vents also help to remove the fumes which may be generated when firing these types of items. Typical fusing and slumping really don't require a vent.