KM18 Pro Double Barrel 3-Zone Knifemaking Kiln
KM18 Pro Double Barrel 3-Zone Knifemaking Kiln
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PARAGON KM18 Pro Double Barrel: Wide, Fast, and Fully Controlled
The PARAGON KM18 Pro Double Barrel offers expanded capacity for serious bladesmiths who need more room—without sacrificing performance. With its 13.25" wide, 5.25" tall chamber and 18" depth, this kiln combines speed, uniformity, and flexibility in one powerful, workshop-ready package.
Why Have a Heat Treating Furnace in Your Shop?
With your own kiln, you're no longer limited by guesswork or turnaround times. The KM18 Pro Double Barrel allows you to heat treat wider blades, multi-piece batches, or oversized tooling with complete confidence. From rapid heat-up to fine-tuned multi-zone control, this kiln makes your workshop more capable—and your results more consistent.
Why Choose the PARAGON KM18 Pro Double Barrel?
The KM18 Pro Double Barrel is engineered for professionals who want maximum performance in a broader workspace. The expanded chamber profile gives you greater freedom when working with cleavers, large chef knives, or batch setups—while the ceramic fiber body and 3-zone control deliver speed and precision in every cycle.
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Interior chamber: 13.25" W x 5.25" H x 18" D (0.72 cubic feet)
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3-Zone Temperature Control: Three exposed-tip thermocouples allow the SENTINEL controller to manage each section of the chamber independently—ensuring uniform temperatures throughout.
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Special Limit Thermocouples: Fast-response, 14-gauge thermocouples for tight, real-time thermal feedback.
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Solid-State Relays: Quiet and long-lasting, with three SSRs mounted on aluminum heat sinks and backed by a safety relay.
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2.5” Ceramic Fiber Insulation: Lightweight construction speeds up heat-up and cool-down times for more efficient workflows.
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Surface-Mounted “Wavy” Elements: Broad heat coverage and long element life thanks to wall-mounted design.
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Guillotine Door: The spring-assisted, vertically opening door lifts smoothly and keeps the hot side away from the user—ideal for tight workspaces.
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Heavy-duty steel case with integrated stand: Durable and stable for serious shop use.
Who is This Furnace For?
The KM18 Pro Double Barrel is ideal for:
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Bladesmiths making wide-profile blades, cleavers, machetes, or curved knives
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Professionals heat treating multiple pieces or using jigs and fixtures
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Knife shops moving into batch production with varied geometries
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Labs and training centers needing fast, even, multi-zone performance
Optional Upgrades
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Gas Injection Flow Meter: Displace oxygen inside the chamber with argon or another inert gas to minimize scaling.
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Add a solenoid valve: Automates and secures gas flow—delivers only when activated in your firing program.
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Knifemaking Heat Treating Kit: Complete setup with blade holders, firebrick supports, gloves, and a 31” fork for safe blade handling.
Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas
Every PARAGON KM18 Pro Double Barrel is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas by experts who understand what bladesmiths need: space, consistency, and complete control. For wide blades, fast cycles, and professional results—this is the kiln that delivers.
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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
Precise Control and Automation with the Optional Solenoid Kit
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.
Trusted by Professionals
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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