Ovation 1213 Glass Kiln

PARAGON OVATION 1213: Depth and Power for Ambitious Glass Art

A Large-Capacity Oval Kiln Built for Creative Momentum

The Paragon Ovation 1213 is a fast-firing, professional glass kiln with a generous 41" wide x 13.38" deep x 27.5" high oval chamber—making it one of the most versatile and productive kilns in the Ovation Series. Whether you're slumping tall molds, producing large fused glass panels, or creating multiple platters and bowls in a single batch, this kiln has the space, heat distribution, and durability to support your most ambitious ideas.

Handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas, the Ovation 1213 is trusted by production artists, glass educators, and studios needing consistent, reliable performance over years of frequent use.

Deep Chamber for Serious Slumping

• The 13.38" interior height offers ample room for slumping deep vessels and working with ring molds or drop-out forms.

• Sidewall heating elements, arranged in two horizontal rows, enhance uniform edge-to-center heat for better results with larger shelves.

• Perfect for firing tall molds, large painted panels, frit designs, decals, screen prints, and experimental layering.

Designed for Comfort and Efficiency

• The lid opens with dual spring-assisted lifts, transferring the weight to a heavy-duty rear hinge to minimize stress on the kiln body.

• The lid elements are mounted in pinless grooves, staying securely in place without clips for cleaner interior surfaces and easier maintenance.

• Recessed sidewall grooves protect the element coils and extend the life of your kiln.

• A sloped control panel brings the SENTINEL digital  controller to a comfortable viewing and programming height—especially when used with an 18” stand.

Built to Handle Heavy Use

• Rugged steel casing and 3” insulating firebrick provide long-term durability and efficient thermal insulation.

• Wiring is secured with heat-dissipating connectors that have been tested across decades of kiln development.

• Nickel-chromium element coils are wound from high-temperature alloy for extended life and stable heating performance.

• The kiln includes a drilled port for KilnVent compatibility, allowing improved air flow and fume control if needed.

Who Is This Kiln For?

• Glass artists seeking a large-format, deep-chamber kiln

• Studios firing production loads of bowls, platters, and sculptural glass

• Schools and workshops with multi-user environments and frequent daily firings

• Professionals working with screen printing, glass weaving, or pâte de verre

Powered by the SENTINEL controller

Every Ovation 1213 is equipped with the SENTINEL digital controller, delivering advanced ramp-hold programming, real-time temperature monitoring, energy usage tracking, and responsive heat management through a sealed, user-friendly interface.

Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas

With its generous depth, wide interior, and rock-solid construction, the Paragon Ovation 1213 gives you the freedom to work larger, faster, and more confidently. Built to last. Built for production. Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas.