KM45 Knifemaking Kiln
KM45 Knifemaking Kiln
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PARAGON KM45: For Blades That Stretch the Limits
The PARAGON KM45 is made for knifemakers and swordsmiths who need serious chamber depth. With a 45" interior, this kiln gives you the space to work with full-length swords, long chef knives, machetes, and batch runs—while maintaining the proven performance of the KM Base lineup.
Why Have a Heat Treating Furnace in Your Shop?
Having your own heat treating furnace allows you to take full ownership of your craft. It opens the door to testing steels, perfecting quench recipes, and verifying results with confidence. Whether you’re refining edge hardness, minimizing warp, or pushing tool steels to their limits, the KM45 gives you the control to do it right.
Why Choose the PARAGON KM45?
The KM45 offers the longest chamber in the KM Base series, while preserving the reliability and structure that bladesmiths trust. From its solid-state relay to the SENTINEL touchscreen controller, this kiln is built to deliver consistent, professional results—day after day.
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Interior chamber: 5.5" W x 4.3" H x 45" D (0.62 cubic feet)
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SENTINEL Touch Xpress controller: Fully programmable, intuitive interface for ramp/hold cycles and repeatable precision
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Solid-state relay: Reliable, quiet, and efficient—includes aluminum heat sink and backup safety relay
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3” firebrick insulation: Durable firebrick walls provide excellent thermal retention and insulation
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Recessed heating elements: Positioned in machined grooves to protect the elements and extend their life
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Rigid steel case with built-in stand: Ready for workshop use and engineered for long-term performance
Who is This Furnace For?
The KM45 is ideal for:
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Swordsmiths and makers working with long, single-piece blades
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Knife shops heat treating multiple blades in a single load
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Professionals transitioning to longer projects or larger tools
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Training facilities and R&D labs working with extended samples
Choose Your Door Style
Available in two configurations:
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Swing Door – Side-opening with minimal shop footprint
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Drop Door – Downward-opening for improved loading flexibility and convenience
Optional Upgrades
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Gas Injection Flow Meter: Introduce argon or other inert gases to reduce scaling during heat treating
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Add a solenoid valve: Automatically activates gas flow during programmed stages for increased safety and control
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Knifemaking Kit: Includes blade holders, firebrick supports, heat-resistant gloves, and a 31" fork for safe loading and unloading
Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas
Every PARAGON KM45 is built by hand in Mesquite, Texas and reflects decades of experience supporting bladesmiths and metalworkers worldwide. When your craft stretches the limits of length and control, the KM45 is your trusted tool.
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Get a Gas Injection Flow Meter (GIFM) and Solenoid Kit
Achieving a clean, scale-free blade finish during heat treatment isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about quality, consistency, and minimizing post-processing time. The Gas Injection Flow Meter (GIFM) is a trusted tool among professional bladesmiths and heat treaters for precisely that reason.
Minimize Scale, Maximize Results
During high-temperature heat treating, oxygen in the kiln chamber reacts with the steel surface, producing unwanted oxidation scale. Traditionally, this has been mitigated using stainless steel foil wrap—a solution that works, but comes with added cost, time, and waste.
With the GIFM installed, you can introduce an inert gas like argon or nitrogen directly into the firing chamber. This displaces oxygen and significantly reduces oxidation, helping you:
Eliminate or reduce the need for stainless foil
Retain sharper blade edges and crisper grind lines
Improve consistency in finish and minimize cleanup
Create a cleaner working environment
Take control even further with the Solenoid Valve Kit, which works in tandem with the GIFM. This upgrade lets you:
Automate gas flow by turning it on/off at specific stages of the firing process (per segment)
Ensure gas is flowing only when needed—saving resources and increasing safety
Achieve repeatable, precision-controlled atmospheres in your heat treating cycles
Perfect for advanced users and production settings, this upgrade transforms your kiln into a highly efficient and customizable heat treating system.
This system has been field-proven by bladesmiths, metalworkers, and heat treatment professionals who demand the best finish and tightest process control.
Whether you’re eliminating scale on high-carbon steel or refining your results with stainless alloys, the GIFM with optional solenoid valve gives you an edge—literally and figuratively.
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