On Mon, 06 Aug 2007 09:57:03 -0700, test wrote:

Thank you for the reply. I'm registered for some classes this fall and
hope to learn a bit more before making the final decision but you've
given me something to start checking on.

Karen

Also, consider a used kiln. Oftentimes, home kilns see very little
use before their owners move on to other hobbies. And while a
computer controlled kiln is convenient, a good old kiln-setter works
fine for most application. You can likely find a good used "hobby"
kiln with a kiln-setter for $350 - $400. And, if down the road, you
decide you want something bigger / fancier, you could probably sell
such a kiln for about what you paid for it.

As dkat mentioned, do check out the power requirements before buying a
kiln. You will likely have to have a special circuit installed, which
will cost a few $$'s. Insist on copper wiring! Kiln manufacturers
specify it. Aluminum tend to heat up and the connectors tend to burn
up.

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