Paragon - SC2 Pro
Product Description
Comparing the SC-2 and SC-2 Pro Upgrade
The venerable SC-2 has been in production since 1997. It is a proven design that we have steadily refined over the years. Thousands of artists in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Japan love their SC-2.
The sleek SC-2 Pro has the same ceramic fiber firing chamber as the standard SC-2. In addition, the SC-2 Pro features a brushed stainless steel door with an easy-to-open 9” long wooden handle. The door opens and closes gently with an adjustable, spring-loaded catch on the bottom. The control panel is sloped for easy viewing and operation of the controller. The doors on both kilns open 180 degrees to give you full access to the interior. The SC-2 Pro also has an easy-access back panel for quick maintenance.
Solid State Relay
The SC-2 Pro elements are powered by a quiet, solid state relay. For your security, the solid state relay is backed by a mechanical safety relay that turns off the heating elements should the solid state relay ever fail.
What Can You Make with an SC-2 Pro?
You can try the amazing Art Clay Silver, PMC silver clay, and even glass clay. Shape these clays with simple tools. Firing the clays in a kiln to the correct temperature turns the clays into solid silver or glass. Fire china paint, enameling, and glass fusing in minutes. Create unique jewelry that you cannot buy in a store. Give incredible gifts that sparkle with dichroic glass. The SC-2 Pro fires up to 2000°F.
A Proven Design
The high-tech ceramic fiber firing chamber is wrapped in a steel inner case. The outer steel case remains cool due to the air gap under it. In addition, the case is slotted for air circulation. Electrical components, located in the base, stay cool even at extended hold times.
Large Yet Portable
The SC-2 Pro can hold three shelves of silver clay yet is portable enough to take with you to classes. Program the firing schedule that is perfect for your projects. The kiln turns itself off after the firing is completed. (Please note, however, that you should be near the kiln during operation.) The SC-2 Pro is great in classrooms because the elements are embedded in ceramic fiber.
Even Heat Distribution
As with the standard SC-2, the SC-2 Pro has separate heating elements in the left and right sides of the firing chamber. The back of the chamber has no element, so the heat distribution in the SC-2 Pro is even throughout the firing chamber, because heat does not build up in the back.
Affordable, Easy to Program
The SC-2 Pro, for a digital kiln, is surprisingly affordable and proudly made in America to exacting standards. It fires automatically at the rate and temperature you enter. A large, brightly lit display prompts for firing rate, temperature, and hold time. Use the hold feature to automatically soak any type of clay silver to its recommended time. Each SC-2 Pro includes a 1/4” thick ceramic fiber shelf.
SC-2 Pro Features
- On/off switch
- Solid state relay
- Mechanical safety relay
- Door opens 180 degrees for easy loading
- Slotted case for air circulation.
- Electrical components in the base stay cool even at extended hold times.
- The embedded side elements for improved heat distribution
- Top vent complete with tapered plug for lost wax casting
- Includes a 1/4” thick ceramic fiber shelf
- Power cord located out of the way at the back of the SC-2 Pro cabinet.
- Optional SC-2 Pro glass view port
- Optional 6 1/2” wide bead door with mandrel holder
- Printed 28-page kiln instruction manual
- Printed 16-page Sentry Xpress temperature controller manual
- The Amazing Digital Controller
- The reliable Sentry Xpress 3-key controller is packed with features. It includes two modes: Single Speed and 8-segment Ramp-Hold.
Features of the Sentry Xpress 3-key Controller
- Design programs with up to 8 segments (steps) in Ramp-Hold mode.
- Fire to a single temperature at a single speed in the quick and simple Single Speed mode.
- Ramp-Hold mode can store 4 programs.
- Skip a segment in Ramp-Hold during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.
- Change the target temperature in Ramp-Hold during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.
- Add Hold Time during firing without having to stop the kiln to reprogram.
- Hold (soak) the temperature in both Single Speed and Ramp-Hold.
- Control both heating and cooling in Ramp-Hold.
- Program Review lets you check the program before a firing.
- Program the Temperature Alarm to sound when the kiln reaches a specific temperature. Use this to remind yourself to check on the kiln.
- Temperature display throughout firing and cooling in your choice of °F or °C
- Thermocouple Offset adjusts the thermocouple readout.
- Set the Delay to turn on the kiln later to suit your schedule.
- Error Messages report mechanical problems.
- 12 Month Warranty
- LED Lights show whether you are in program, review, or firing mode.
- Colorful, illustrated instruction manual (separate from the kiln manual).
- Handy Quick Start Guide
The SC-2 Pro can ship by UPS for lower shipping cost and faster service. Specially designed cartons and foam padding assure that the kiln will arrive safely.
Controller Selection
Evenheat has close relationships with the manufacturers of a variety of digital controllers. This means you will have nothing but the best the best in terms of performance and accuracy in your firings.
With a selection of multiple controllers available - you can choose exactly what fits your needs.
Sentinel Touchscreen
The Sentinel Touchscreen is a touch screen option, and it has great flexibility over the 3-Key!
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This is a great choice for a controller if you want the features of a smart controller, but want the ease of straightforward programming and use.
Sentry 12-Key
The Sentry 12-Key provides additional versatility over the standard 3-Key controller.
With a numerical keypad,
it allows the operators to create up to 12 firing programs, each including up to 8 segments.
Need to make adjustments as you go? On-the-fly adjustments and other menu functions are available to provide additional control and create your ideal firing profile.
Sentry Xpress 3-Key

The Set-Pro is our basic, no frills controller. It gets the job done, but does not offer nearly as much flexibility as the others.
It offers the option to create 4 firing programs, with 8 segments each.
This is a good choice if you're only planning to occasionally use your oven and do not want room to expand in the future.
Choose Your Color
Express yourself!
One of our favorite features of all Paragon kilns is the ability to choose the color of your oven - Make your purchase truly your own with a splash of paint and make your workshop pop.
Selecting a color on your oven is absolutely no additional cost and is simply one of the many perks of choosing Paragon.
Furniture Kit
Furniture Kits are necessary accessories for any kiln owner as firing directly on the kiln floor is not only bad for the kiln, but your pieces as well. In addition to this, they're also useful! A furniture kit will allow you to stack multiple shelves on top of one another in order to maximize the useable space when firing smaller pieces.
If you have one that will fit this kiln size already, then you're in luck! But if not, you'll want to ensure you add this to your order as well.
Furniture Kit includes:
- One (1) 7" x 7" Shelf
- Four (4) 1/2" Posts
Kiln furniture can be special ordered separately, but if done so the cost is ~10-20% higher and will incur a separate shipping charge. It's best to include this on your initial order of the kiln.
* Received shelves may contain surface imperfections such as scratches, discoloration or rough edge. These possible imperfections are understood and accepted by the buyer.
Product Specifications
| Model | SC2 Pro |
| Max Temperature | 2000 °F |
| Loading Type | Front-loading |
| Inside Dimensions | 8" W x 7.75" D x 5.75" H |
| Exterior Dimensions | 13.50" W x 16.25" D x 15.50" H |
| Volume (Cu. Ft.) | 0.21 |
| Power Plug Type | NEMA 5-15 |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Watts | 1680 |
| Amps | 14 |
| Breaker Size (amps) | 15 |
| Shipping Weight (lbs.) | 48 |
| Shipping Lead Time | Made To Order - Please Inquire |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
Price Guarantee
At Soul Ceramics, we want our customers to know they are getting the best prices online. When you see the blue "Lowest Price Guarantee" words on our website, we are guaranteeing that we have the lowest price anywhere on the internet. In fact, if you find another online store that offers a lower price then us within 30 days of your purchase date please let us know and we will hand you the difference - in cash. We want you to shop confidently knowing that you are getting the absolute best price on your kiln or wheel.
To request your partial refund, e-mail us a link to the same product on our competitor's website within 30 days from the date of your order and we will process the credit accordingly.
Our Lowest Price Guarantee has some restrictions:
- You must purchase the item from our website before requesting your partial refund
- Special promotion offers are not eligible
- The competitor must be an online store only
- The website can not be a discounter or auction website, such as eBay
- The competitor must be an Authorized Retailer for the product
- The price on the competitor's website must include all shipping and processing fees
- The model must be "like-for-like" (eg: In-stock vs. In-stock or Made-to-order vs. Made-to-order)
- The manufacturer must be either Evenheat Kiln, Jen-Ken Kilns, or Paragon Industries
Shipping & Returns
At Soul Ceramics, we know how annoying it can be when you are hit with hidden costs and fees when you purchase items online. That's why we offer FREE SHIPPING* on all standard orders through Soul Ceramics.
We even cover extra costs such as lift gate service, so the price you see is the price you pay!
For the full details on this offer and our detailed shipping and returns policies, click here.
* Non standard orders include shipments outside of our standard shipping range, and orders that do not include a kiln or pottery wheel in the same shipment. Soul Ceramics reserves the right to inform you of shipping costs before orders are finalized.
Warranty
Paragon warranty highlights
- One to two years depending on the model: most kilns rated 2300°F or lower get 2 years; QuickFire 3 months; HT, KM, SC and J series and kilns rated above 2300°F get 1 year.
- Controllers: Sentry 12-key, Sentinel Smarttouch and TouchXpress 2½ years; Sentry Xpress for the length of the kiln warranty.
- Knife and heat treat kilns (Dragon, Super Dragon, Iguana, Viking): 2 years, with standard elements 6 months and Type-K thermocouples not warranted.
- Register online with Paragon. Your claim must name the dealer the kiln was bought from, so keep your order confirmation.
- Paragon ships replacement parts postpaid after examining the defective part, with installation instructions. Factory installation is available with transport paid by the owner.
- Not covered: overfiring, exceeding the nameplate temperature, reduction or salt firing, improper electrical installation, element burnout from foreign material, and kilns that have been modified.
Extended warranty (Clyde)
- Optional extended protection from Clyde can be added to eligible products at checkout, on top of the manufacturer's warranty.
- Clyde plans cover the core product only. Add-on options such as controllers, furniture kits, stands, blade fixtures and vents are not included.
- Claims under a Clyde plan are filed with Clyde, not with the manufacturer. Keep your Clyde confirmation email with your order confirmation.
In every case
- Keep your order confirmation. It is your proof of purchase date and every manufacturer asks for it.
- Report a problem as soon as you notice it. Several manufacturers require notice within 10 to 15 days of discovering a defect.
- Contact Soul Ceramics first. We are the authorized dealer for everything we sell and we coordinate claims with the manufacturer on your behalf.
- Do not discard any failed parts until the claim is resolved. Manufacturers may ask for them back for inspection.
Reviews
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