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50 Liter Front-Loading Sample and Recipe Test Kiln • 1200°C / 1320°C
RD50 Test Kiln is a 50-liter front-loading chamber kiln developed for small-scale evaluation of the firing results of ceramic clay bodies, glazes, porcelain, stoneware, pigments and various raw materials. It can be used to test a new glaze or clay recipe before applying it in a large-capacity kiln, compare different firing programs and evaluate multiple samples in the same firing. Its 50-liter internal capacity allows more samples or larger test pieces to be fired compared with the RD16 and RD27 models. Depending on the material to be used, it is available with a maximum temperature of 1200°C or 1320°C.
Testing a new glaze, clay or firing recipe directly in a large-capacity kiln may not be efficient in terms of either time or energy. RD50 allows these tests to be carried out in a smaller chamber so the results can be evaluated in advance.
Glaze test tiles, clay samples, pigment studies, small ceramic pieces and different recipes can be compared within the same program. The 50-liter internal capacity allows multiple samples to be evaluated in a single firing or larger test pieces to be used compared with the RD16 and RD27.
The 1200°C model is suitable for low-fire glaze and clay testing. The 1320°C model also allows porcelain, stoneware, high-fire glazes and high-fire clay bodies to be tested in addition to low-fire applications.
The 1430°C-resistant high-density alumina bricks used in the RD50 firing chamber help retain heat inside the kiln throughout the firing process. A controlled kiln environment is important when comparing different recipes and firing programs.
The Kanthal A1 heating elements used in the heating system are high-quality resistance elements suitable for high-temperature applications. The coordinated operation of the heating elements, insulation, thermocouple and digital control system supports repeating the same test under similar conditions.
RD50 combines a 50-liter working capacity with programmable temperature control, high-temperature-resistant insulation and professional kiln components. It provides a practical working environment for sample firings, recipe development and comparison of different firing programs.
With the RF860 controller, temperature increases, target temperatures and hold times can be adjusted according to the test recipe being applied.
The thermocouple system measures the temperature inside the kiln and helps the programmed firing curve progress in a controlled manner.
The 1430°C-resistant high-density alumina brick structure helps retain heat inside the kiln during test firings.
The Kanthal A1 heating element system provides controlled and balanced heating during low- and high-fire sample firings.
Allows multiple glaze test tiles, clay samples and different test pieces to be evaluated within the same program.
The front-opening door design makes it easy to place samples, test tiles and kiln shelves into the working chamber.
New glaze recipes, pigments, oxides, color combinations and the fired results of different application thicknesses can be compared on test tiles.
In addition to low-fire ceramic clay bodies, the firing behavior of porcelain and stoneware bodies can be examined using samples in the 1320°C model.
The results of different heating rates, hold times and target temperatures can be compared before firing larger quantities of products.
Suitable for low-fire ceramic clay bodies, low-fire glazes, pigments and sample firings performed within the 1200°C limit.
Offers a wider temperature range for testing porcelain, stoneware, high-fire glazes and high-fire clay bodies in addition to low-fire applications.
The technical firing range of the clay, glaze or raw material being tested should be taken into account, and the kiln's maximum temperature option should be selected accordingly.
With SuperWise technology, the temperature data and firing program progress of the RD50 test kiln can be monitored from a mobile device. When testing a new recipe or firing program, you can remotely view the kiln's current temperature and the current stage of the program.
The REFSAN RF860 controller is included as standard equipment. WiFi-enabled TC75, TC95 and TX95 controller options are optional.
High-temperature kiln construction and control systems developed for controlled sample, recipe and material testing.
High-temperature-resistant internal kiln structure constructed without fiber-based insulation materials.
The front-loading chamber design features a door safety system for safe operation.
The controller and temperature measurement system enable test firings to be managed according to the specified temperatures and hold times.
The RD27, RD50 and RS80 ceramic kilns offer compact working capacities for different product and sample quantities. With its 50-liter internal capacity, the RD50 allows larger ceramic pieces or more products to be fired within the same program compared with the RD16 and RD27.