Pearl 22 Glass Kiln

PARAGON PEARL22: Professional Performance for Serious Glass Artists

The PARAGON PEARL22 is a deluxe top-lift glass kiln engineered for serious fusers and slumping artists who need space, performance, and consistency. With its tall 22" interior height and 22" x 13" shelf space, the PEARL22 offers the ideal dimensions for casting molds, tall slump forms, and layered glass designs. Built in Texas with premium components and clever design features, the Pearl-22 brings studio-grade performance to your workspace.

Why Choose the PEARL22 for Your Glass Studio?

Setting up intricate projects inside a kiln has never been easier. With its smooth air-lift top, the PEARL22 opens wide from three sides, allowing you to build directly on the kiln shelf. No balancing acts, no transferring loaded shelves—just clean, direct composition and effortless loading. It also includes a built-in stand, so you can place it on any sturdy table or surface without requiring additional support.

Engineered for Even Heat and Long-Term Reliability

• Top & Sidewall Heating Elements: The PEARL22 offers superior heat distribution, thanks to elements embedded both in the kiln lid and in the upper sidewalls—ensuring more even firing and better control for large or complex glass projects.

• Pinless Element Mounting: Top elements are secured in specially designed grooves—no pins required—reducing maintenance and simplifying replacements.

• Industrial-Grade Mercury Relay (MDR): Standard on all PEARL22 models, the mercury relay ensures smooth, quiet operation and ultra-long relay life—measured in millions of cycles.

• Protected Electronics: All electrical components are safely mounted inside the kiln’s base and include heavy-gauge, nickel-plated copper wiring sheathed in high-temp, glass-braided insulation.

• High-Accuracy Thermocouple: The ¼" sheathed Type-K thermocouple ensures consistent temperature readings and extended durability, even at high temps.

Powered by the SENTINEL Touch Xpress

The PARAGON PEARL22 now comes equipped with the SENTINEL Digital Touch controller, a powerful upgrade from the older 12-key Sentry 2.0. This digital control system offers advanced programming with a modern touchscreen interface, sealed against dust and easy to clean. Program multi-stage ramp-hold firings, view live temperature data, and track energy consumption—all with fingertip control.

Who Is This Kiln For?

• Experienced Glass Artists looking to expand into deeper or more complex slumping and casting projects.

• Fused Glass Studios that require reliable performance and high volume capacity.

• Art Schools & Teaching Studios offering workshops and instruction with varied firing needs.

• Hobbyists Ready to Upgrade from smaller kilns who want professional features without sacrificing usability.

PEARL22 Furniture Kit (Optional)

A must-have for proper glass firing, this kit includes:

• 1 x C-20 (20" Square Kiln Shelf)

• 4 x ½" Tall Square Posts

• 1 lb Bag of Glass Separator - Glass should always be fired on a shelf with separator, never directly on the firebrick floor.

Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas

Every PARAGON KL PEARL22 is handcrafted by skilled technicians using premium materials and time-tested design. Featuring environmentally conscious water-based finishes and backed by decades of kiln-making experience, this model represents the best of American kiln engineering—ready to elevate your glass artistry to new heights.