TopHat 189E 240 or 208 volt
Inside dimensions: 17.5 ” wide x 9″ deep, fires to cone 10/2350°F, built with 3″ brick and lid element for glass fusing.
The model comes equipped with a pilot light, welded frame, stainless steel jacket, and the Bartlett KilnStar digital controller.
Additional options include upgrading to the Genesis touchscreen controller for more ramp-hold user programs and multiple features including delay start, preheat, cone offset, skip step, and many more for precise firings every time. Messages and information are available for reviewing a firing profile before or during the firing, viewing the current segment the firing is in, and using the cone table for easy lookup of temperature and cone number equivalents. Other options include Type S thermocouple, castors, vent, and much more!
Furniture Kits for Electric Raku and TopHat models provide 2-3 layers of shelving, assorted posts, and a one-pound bag of kiln wash. Choose the standard furniture kit or build your own with shelves and posts in the quantities required.
Key Features
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TopHat Bell Design — Lift-off bell raises on a firing chamber lift assist for bottom loading — ideal for tall sculptural work and awkward pieces without bending over a lid
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The Smallest TopHat Model — 17.5″ × 9″ chamber, 1.3 cu ft — a compact entry point into Olympic’s lift-off bell lineup
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3″ Firebrick Walls — Cone 10 / 2350°F (1288°C) for high-fire ceramics and glass fusing
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Lid Element Included — Top element in the bell lid provides even top-to-bottom heat, essential for glass fusing and slumping
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Firing Chamber Lift Assist (Standard) — Built-in lift makes raising the bell smooth and effortless
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Bartlett KilnStar Digital Controller (standard) — Cone-fire and ramp-hold programs; optional Genesis touchscreen upgrade available
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Welded Frame & Stainless Steel Jacket — Sturdy industrial construction for long-term studio use
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TopHat/Raku Furniture Kits Available — 2–3 layers of shelving, assorted posts, and kiln wash designed for this model
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Optional Upgrades — Type S thermocouple, castors, and vent all available
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Built in the USA — Olympic Kilns, Flowery Branch, Georgia
Full Specifications
| Equipped with Firing Chamber Lift Assist |
Yes |
| Volts |
240 or 208 |
| Inside Chamber Dimensions w x d x h (inches) |
17.5 x 9 |
| Amps |
26 (240V) / 30 (208V) |
| Cubic Feet |
1.3 |
| Watts |
6,240 |
| Outside Dimensions with Stand or Frame w x d x h (inches) |
39 x 56 |
| Breaker Required |
40 Amp (240V) / 40 Amp (208V) |
| Brick Thickness |
2.5” |
| Plug Configuration |
NEMA 6-50 |
| Maximum Temperature |
Cone 10-2350°F/1288°C |
| Copper Wire Size |
#8, #6 if the circuit is longer than 40 ft |
| Est Ship Wt. |
190 lbs. |
Not sure if this is the right kiln for you?
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