The perfect starter kiln for glass artists and hobbyists.
The HS-12G handles slumping, draping, casting, and fusing in a compact 12"x12"x6" chamber. The clamshell design opens easily from the front, making it simple to load your projects and access them mid-fire for techniques like raking.
Key features:
* Easy-lift struts for effortless opening
* Adjustable controller display
* Elements encased in quartz tubes to protect your work from flaking
Everything you need to bring your glass art ideas to life.
Quick Specs
INTERIOR - 12"Dx12"WX6"H
EXTERIOR - 25"Lx26"Wx14H
MAX TEMP 1700°F
15 AMP - 120V
Glass Artists
Full Specs - Manuals
Full SpecsStand ManualSpark ManualProduct Manual Tap Manual
Controller Options
Lauren from our Hot Shot Team does a quick overview of our current controller line-up. Check out our full controller descriptions below for more information.
SPARK
- Bartlett Genesis Spark- The Genesis Spark is a versatile touchscreen controller that regulates the temperature in your kiln so you can fire a variety of products like various metals, ceramics, jewelry, and more. Most Hot Shot Ovens can be upgraded to the Genesis Spark (excluding Glass Ovens). The Genesis Spark has presets per industry, and 30 custom programs, along with Wi-Fi capabilities for software updating, built-in diagnostics, maintenance logging, and automatic adjusting PIDs. You can use this controller with your Bartlett Kiln Aid app to monitor your controller remotely and get alerts about your kiln’s firing.
TAPll
- The TAP2 controller- is a state-of-the-art, programmable, full color touch screen controller. The TAP can store an unlimited number of programs and can be easily programmed on screen or by using the free mobile app. The TAP Controller has built in Wi-fi for the ultimate user experience. The TAP mobile App allows the user to easily create and monitor programs in real time and allows the user the ability to set notifications, view firing logs with by-the-minute data points and receive push notifications about the operation schedules. The TAP controller also allows you to see maintenance schedules and offset a program that is currently running.
Easy-lift Struts
Our easy-lift struts make opening and closing your clamshell a one handed operation.Keep your focus on glass projects and less on propping your lid.
Advanced Features
Glass quartz tubes help protect the longevity of the Kanthal A-1 elements as well as improving even heat distribution. They also act as a barrier to contanimation of your project from vapors or volatiles.
The Only Kiln On the Market
Hot Shot continues to be the only kiln on the market with patented Cool-Touch Technology. The outer shell remains cool to the touch while internal temperatures exceed 2000 degrees. This feature contiues to be a major deciding factor for artist who value keeping their glass studios and families safe.
Annie Dotzauer
Meet Glass Artist Annie Dotzauer. With over a decade of experience with glass and other brand of kilns, Annie contintues to replace her kilns with Hot Shot for the ease of use and Cool Touch Technology
Getting started
Getting started with your Hot Shot clamshell kiln is easy. Attach your controller with 2 cables and you're ready to make!