KM36 Pro Double Barrel 3-Zone Knifemaking Kiln
KM36 Pro Double Barrel 3-Zone Knifemaking Kiln
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PARAGON KM36 Pro Double Barrel: Big, Precise, and Ready for Anything
The PARAGON KM36 Pro Double Barrel is the high-capacity solution for bladesmiths who won’t compromise on space or precision. With a wide 13.25" chamber, 5.25" vertical clearance, and full 36" depth, this kiln is built to handle your longest, widest, and most demanding projects—batch after batch.
Why Have a Heat Treating Furnace in Your Shop?
When you’re crafting serious blades, you need serious control. With your own furnace, you can stop outsourcing, start experimenting, and take total ownership of your results. The KM36 Pro Double Barrel gives you everything you need to fine-tune steel performance, reduce turnaround times, and master your heat treatment.
Why Choose the PARAGON KM36 Pro Double Barrel?
This kiln combines the precision of 3-zone control with the speed of ceramic fiber insulation and the flexibility of a high-volume chamber. Whether you're heat treating a full rack of knives, extra-wide blades, or complex jigs, the KM36 Pro Double Barrel delivers the consistency and efficiency your process demands.
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Interior chamber: 13.25" W x 5.25" H x 36" D (1.44 cubic feet)
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3-Zone Temperature Control: Three exposed-tip thermocouples placed at front, middle, and rear give independent control for even heating from end to end
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Special Limit Thermocouples: 14-gauge sensors respond quickly to temperature changes for tight zone accuracy
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Solid-State Relays: Three long-life SSRs with aluminum heat sinks and backup safety relay ensure silent, stable operation
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2.5” Ceramic Fiber Insulation: Rapid heating and cooling means shorter cycles and better energy efficiency
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Surface-Mounted Elements: Broad, even heat from “wavy” wall elements extends element life and supports uniform hardening
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Guillotine Door: Vertical spring-assisted design opens upward and away, keeping hot surfaces at a safe distance while saving shop space
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Heavy-duty steel case with built-in stand: Engineered for real-world durability and all-day use
Who is This Furnace For?
The KM36 Pro Double Barrel is ideal for:
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Bladesmiths making cleavers, swords, or extra-wide knives
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Knife shops heat treating in batches or using jigs and fixtures
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Advanced makers demanding absolute consistency from front to back
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Schools or labs requiring high-volume, precision-controlled chambers
Optional Upgrades
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Gas Injection Flow Meter: Inject inert gas during heat treatment to minimize oxidation and reduce surface scaling
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Add a solenoid valve: Programmed control of gas delivery—only flows during defined stages of the firing cycle
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Knifemaking Heat Treating Kit: Complete setup for clean, safe, and repeatable blade loading—includes blade holders, supports, gloves, and a long-handled fork
Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas
The KM36 Pro Double Barrel is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas, and designed to meet the needs of serious bladesmiths and high-output professionals. When you need space, control, and uncompromising reliability—this kiln stands ready.
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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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