Olympic Kilns 2318HE Electric Kiln

The Olympic Kilns 2318HE Electric Kiln is designed for home studios, educational settings, and professional environments alike. Combining cutting-edge design with superior adaptability and efficiency, this high-fire kiln is favored by a wide range of artists and educators looking to elevate their creative potential.

Dynamic and Mobile Design
The 2318HE features a modular, stackable design that promotes easy transport and flexible placement, making it ideal for any studio setup. Its sectional format allows for simple relocation and maintenance, with the ability to focus on individual components as needed without fully disassembling the kiln.

Advanced High-Fire Performance
With interior dimensions of 23-3/8" wide by 18" deep, the 2318HE can fire up to Cone 10 at 2350°F, providing the high temperatures needed for advanced ceramic work. Olympic’s trusted electrical box design, with heat shields and balanced heating elements, ensures consistent heat distribution and controlled firing, delivering superior results for high-fire projects.

Refined Control for Creative Mastery
The 2318HE comes equipped with the Digital KilnStar Controller, offering precise control over your firing programs. For those seeking more advanced control options, the Genesis Touchscreen Controller is available as an upgrade, providing additional features like delay start, cone offset, and ramp-hold customizations to enhance your creative output.

Customization Tailored to Your Needs
Configure your 2318HE to meet your specific artistic requirements. Options include Solid State Relays for quieter operation and increased longevity, multi-zone control for more uniform firing, a rolling stand with caster wheels for mobility, and automatic lid shutoff for added convenience. For power configurations beyond the standard 208 or 240 volts, Pottery Pulse is available to assist with custom options.

Versatility Across Artistic Mediums
While the 2318HE is primarily designed for pottery and ceramics, it can also be adapted for glasswork with the optional Dual Media Lid Element, making it a versatile choice for multi-medium artists.

Comprehensive Furniture Kit for Diverse Projects
The 2318HE offers an optional Furniture Kit specifically tailored to its dimensions. This kit includes round and half-round shelves, large square posts, and kiln wash, ensuring you’re fully equipped for a wide range of artistic projects.

The Foundation of Your Artistic Exploration
The Olympic Kilns 2318HE Electric Kiln is more than just a tool—it’s an essential part of your artistic development. With its high-fire capacity, versatile options, and refined control features, the 2318HE will help you reach new heights in your creative endeavors.

Model: 2318HE
Lid Lift Assist: Yes
Inside Chamber Dimensions: 23-3/8" W x 18" H
Cubic Feet: 4.7
Outside Dimensions with Stand or Frame: 35" W x 46.5" D x 39" H
Brick Thickness: 3"
Maximum Temperature: Cone 10 – 2350°F/1288°C
Est Ship Weight: 275 lbs
1 Phase Amperage/Volts: 41 amps / 208 volts or 36 amps / 240 volts
3 Phase Amperage/Volts: 27 amps / 208 volts or 24 amps / 240 volts
Watts: 8,600
1 Phase Breaker: 50 amp required for both 208 volts and 240 volts
3 Phase Breaker: 40 amp required for 208 volts; 30 amp required for 240 volts
Plug Configuration 1-phase: NEMA 6-50
Plug Configuration 3-phase: Direct Wired
Copper Wire Size: #6, #4 if the circuit is longer than 40 ft

The Furniture Kit Includes:
3 layers of shelving with (1) 21" x 21" x 1" full round shelf and 4 each of 21" x 10.5" x 1" half shelves
6 each: 4, 6, 8, 10 inch large posts
1 pound bag of kiln wash

Orders Processing 

All orders are processed and shipped within [5 to 8] working days and shipped out using a fully tracked courier service. Our chosen couriers, including USPS, UPS, and FedEx, consistently facilitate the delivery of your items from our warehouse. Please note that processing times may vary depending on the brand—see below for any exceptions.

Order Confirmation:

As soon as you place your order, you will receive an order confirmation e-mail.  This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorized your credit card for the purchase.  As soon as we receive your order, we automatically reach out to our suppliers to confirm that it is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item is on backorder or unavailable, we will void the pre-authorization and reach out to you via e-mail.  If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within X business days), we will process the charges and prepare your order for shipment.

Cancellations & Refunds: At Pottery Kiln Direct, we pride ourselves on having the best return policies in the industry. Cancel your order any time before it ships completely free of charge (exceptions apply such as custom orders, see below).

If you have questions, please send an email to potterykilndirect@gmail.com or call us at +1(855) 785-5407

Cancellations (Before Order Ships)

If you need to cancel an order, please contact us as soon as possible so we can refund you in full before your order leaves the warehouse. Reach agents during business hours at +1(855) 785-5407, the chat in the bottom right, or email potterykilndirect@gmail.com any time.

Cancellations of Custom Orders

Custom or made to order products cannot be canceled or refunded as these products are put into production specifically for your order.