{"id":755569153,"title":"Evenheat Knife Oven - KO 18","handle":"evenheat-knife-oven-ko-18","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/collections\/evenheat-ko-series\"\u003eKO Series\u003c\/a\u003e of heat treat ovens are designed with a thicker firebrick structure and a maximum temperature of 2400°F. This extra insulation and headroom offers more speed and more power per cubic foot for high mass loads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe KO Series heat treat ovens feature side opening doors that don't subject you to the added heat of a drop-down door. They also feature a forward facing door latch that remains cool and is within easy grasp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe KO's are available in a variety of control choice options as well as the solid state output option (which you want).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/collections\/evenheat-ko-series\"\u003eKO Series\u003c\/a\u003e feature a special high temperature element wire normally reserved for high temperature, ceramic applications. This special alloy plays nice at temperature and allows us to reach a maximum of 2400°F (1316°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KO's are constructed of a thicker, 3\" firebrick (the standard is 2-1\/2\"). This added thickness provides more insulation for a faster heat up and higher temperature potential.\u003cbr\u003e​\u003cbr\u003eEvenheat uses Thermal Ceramics insulating firebrick exclusively in all our products. This firebrick is made exclusively in Augusta Georgia, USA out of some very special Georgia ground. It's by far the best available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KO 18 is our most popular KO Series heat treat oven. It's depth is about right for most knife makers and machinists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_18_front_open.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSide Opening Door\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat treating requires the removing of some very hot material from the chamber in order to quench. Everything in the chamber is hot, which includes the door. The doors on the KO's swing out and to the side, a full 180° if you need it. This puts the super-heated door well away from you as you concentrate on the work at hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe side opening door is an excellent design choice and makes all the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Handle.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCool Touch Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle\/latch on our swing out door is conveniently located at the front of the door, not hidden along the side. This spring loaded, phenolic handle is cool to the touch, is one-handed in design and serves as the door latch as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Door_Guard_1.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoor Shield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KO's feature a door shield to provide protection against firebrick damage as well as to reduce the temperature seen at the door and door handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/KF_18_open_hot_b.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2400°F (1316°C)\u003c\/span\u003e Maximum Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maximum usable temperature for the KO models is 2400°F (1316°C). This maximum should cover every steel you're likely to encounter, and some you never will!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Swing_View_1.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwing View Control Enclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll temperature controls, except for the Set-Pro, are fitted into our Swing View Adjustable Enclosure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Swing View is a pivoting, swing-up enclosure that allows you to rotate the control to a comfortable viewing and programming angle. Once you're done, lay it back down to see it from across the shop. It's that simple.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe swing view pairs well with TAP touchscreen control as viewing angle can be perfectly aligned. You'll love it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Tool_Rest_1.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong Stand and Tool Rest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stands of the KO's have been upgraded to a stronger design and include a tool rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHave questions? 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Evenheat Knife Oven - KO 18","id":56147586056439,"position":10,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1200,"width":1200,"src":"\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/nema-6-20r-soul-ceramics_38a58080-4517-46a3-ae8d-860dcbe85483.jpg?v=1792066693"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1200,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/nema-6-20r-soul-ceramics_38a58080-4517-46a3-ae8d-860dcbe85483.jpg?v=1792066693","width":1200}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/collections\/evenheat-ko-series\"\u003eKO Series\u003c\/a\u003e of heat treat ovens are designed with a thicker firebrick structure and a maximum temperature of 2400°F. This extra insulation and headroom offers more speed and more power per cubic foot for high mass loads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe KO Series heat treat ovens feature side opening doors that don't subject you to the added heat of a drop-down door. They also feature a forward facing door latch that remains cool and is within easy grasp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe KO's are available in a variety of control choice options as well as the solid state output option (which you want).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/collections\/evenheat-ko-series\"\u003eKO Series\u003c\/a\u003e feature a special high temperature element wire normally reserved for high temperature, ceramic applications. This special alloy plays nice at temperature and allows us to reach a maximum of 2400°F (1316°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KO's are constructed of a thicker, 3\" firebrick (the standard is 2-1\/2\"). This added thickness provides more insulation for a faster heat up and higher temperature potential.\u003cbr\u003e​\u003cbr\u003eEvenheat uses Thermal Ceramics insulating firebrick exclusively in all our products. This firebrick is made exclusively in Augusta Georgia, USA out of some very special Georgia ground. It's by far the best available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KO 18 is our most popular KO Series heat treat oven. It's depth is about right for most knife makers and machinists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_18_front_open.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSide Opening Door\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat treating requires the removing of some very hot material from the chamber in order to quench. Everything in the chamber is hot, which includes the door. The doors on the KO's swing out and to the side, a full 180° if you need it. This puts the super-heated door well away from you as you concentrate on the work at hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe side opening door is an excellent design choice and makes all the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Handle.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCool Touch Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle\/latch on our swing out door is conveniently located at the front of the door, not hidden along the side. This spring loaded, phenolic handle is cool to the touch, is one-handed in design and serves as the door latch as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Door_Guard_1.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoor Shield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KO's feature a door shield to provide protection against firebrick damage as well as to reduce the temperature seen at the door and door handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/KF_18_open_hot_b.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2400°F (1316°C)\u003c\/span\u003e Maximum Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maximum usable temperature for the KO models is 2400°F (1316°C). This maximum should cover every steel you're likely to encounter, and some you never will!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Swing_View_1.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwing View Control Enclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll temperature controls, except for the Set-Pro, are fitted into our Swing View Adjustable Enclosure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Swing View is a pivoting, swing-up enclosure that allows you to rotate the control to a comfortable viewing and programming angle. Once you're done, lay it back down to see it from across the shop. It's that simple.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe swing view pairs well with TAP touchscreen control as viewing angle can be perfectly aligned. You'll love it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/LB_Tool_Rest_1.webp_compact.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong Stand and Tool Rest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stands of the KO's have been upgraded to a stronger design and include a tool rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHave questions? Read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.soulceramics.com\/pages\/a-knife-makers-guide-to-evenheat-heat-treat-ovens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eknife maker's guide to Evenheat heat treat ovens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Drive Solid State Relay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvenheat's patented Quiet Drive Solid State Relay is hands down \u003cstrong\u003ethe best investment you can make in your kiln!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith no moving parts, this relay is able to be triggered up to 60 times a second as opposed to the upper limit of 10 times a second on the default mechanical relay. This means \u003cem\u003eincredibly tight \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003etemperature control ensuring each and every one of your firings is as accurate as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quiet Drive uses a special method call \"Zero Crossing\" that will ensure that the heating elements are off when the voltage is at 0V - Giving your heating elements a break so that they will last longer, and you'll save energy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part though? Since there are no moving parts - the Quiet Drive Solid State relay should never need replacing! You will \u003cstrong\u003esave money and time\u003c\/strong\u003e by never needing to worry about this in the future!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eController Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvenheat 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a selection of multiple controllers available - you can choose exactly what fits your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTAP Touchscreen Smart Controller by SDS Industries\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: right;\"\u003eThe top of the line. The bread and butter. The cream of the crop. The controller for those who want to make their lives easier, improve their craft, and make incredible quality products.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is our \u003cstrong\u003etop selling controller\u003c\/strong\u003e - And for good reason!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"TAP Smart Controller\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/tap-smart-controller_medium.png?3063849439708355884\" style=\"float: right; margin: 5px;\"\u003eThe TAP Smart Controller is without a doubt the best choice on the market right now - It's easy to use, has stellar performance, and is packed full with features!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has more memory than any other controller, allowing you to more easily utilize, revise, and save many different kinds of firing programs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStorage for firing programs is virtually unlimited! Create as many profiles, with as many steps as you'd like - you won't be limited by this controller.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur favorite part though: When ordered with the Wi-Fi Dongle, you can control everything from any device! Prefer to work on your computer or tablet - how about your phone?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: right;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: right;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an internet connection to your TAP Smart Controller, updates from SDS Industries can be applied to your controller automatically - ensuring you always have the most up-to-date software for years to come!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasily adjust the in-progress firing, skip steps, and view all graphical information on your firing with just a \"TAP\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of time you save by working with the TAP Smart Controller pays for itself for years to come - you'll be so happy with this investment that you won't know how you managed so long without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TAP Smart Controller supports the Loud Alarm option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRampmaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rampmaster provides additional versatility over the Set-Pro controller.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a numerical keypad,\u003cimg alt=\"Rampmaster III Controller\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/k-rampmaster_medium.jpg?v=1517010993\" style=\"float: right; margin: 5px;\" width=\"204\" height=\"204\"\u003e it allows the operators to create up to 12 firing programs, each including up to 8 segments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Rampmaster also supports the Loud Alarm option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoud Alarm Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Loud Alarm Option\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/soul-ceramics-loud-alarm-options_hidden_product-soul-ceramics.jpg?4489\" style=\"float: right; margin: 5px;\"\u003eDon't worry about missing when your firing or treatment is complete - With the loud alarm option you'll slice through any loud shop to the tune of 80 decibels!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Loud Alarm Option will notify you when your ideal temperature and hold has been reached, and more importantly - when it's over!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe TAP Smart and Rampmaster III controllers support a built-in jack for an easy install; simply plug it in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMK Blade Fixture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003eA necessity for all knife makers! The MK 1 and MK 2 Blade Fixtures are used to hold your knives in place during heat treating.\u003cimg alt=\"MK 2 Blade Fixture\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/evenheat-mk-2-blade-fixture_medium.jpg\" style=\"float: right; margin: 5px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe MK 1 will hold 4 blades, and while it is designed for the Evenheat KH series, it will fit in the KO, KF, and LB series as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe MK 2 will hold 6 blades and is designed for the Evenheat KO, KF, and LB series. It will not fit the KH models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Interrupt Switch \/ Automatic Lid Shutoff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power interrupt switch is a useful safety feature which removes power from the heating elements of your kiln once it is opened, and reapplies the power once the lid has been closed.\u003cimg alt=\"Power Interrupt Safety Switch\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/power_interrupt_compact.jpg?v=1550009705\" style=\"float: right; margin: 5px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you believe you'd ever like to open the kiln during firing, the power interrupt switch is a highly recommended addition to your new purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuench Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quench tank is a compact and reliable solution for professional knife makers. Crafted with high-quality 6\" square steel tubing, it offers durability and a generous 3-gallon capacity.\u003cimg alt=\"AmeriBrade Quench Tank\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/soul-ceramics-ameribrade-quench-tank-open_compact.png?v=1710927382\" style=\"float: right; margin: 5px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 24\" deep and 26\" tall (including bolt-on feet), it fits well in any workspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5.75\" square opening with a 0.120\" wall thickness allows for easy knife insertion and retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a 1\/8\" thick steel lid and welded handles for convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat \u0026amp; Abrasion Resistant Kevlar Gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKevlar Gloves - heat and abrasion resistant - industrial grade professional welder's choice - for use up to 1000F (535C) - do not contain asbestos - 14\" (35 cm) length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/2769\/files\/0c3047_701e80bd4b4243e3ac29606b886089f6_mv2_800x_377e05b9-2cd8-4458-be0d-ddfc40b091a5_compact.jpg?v=1711442711\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from superior-quality Kevlar material, these gloves offer exceptional resistance to heat, sparks, and molten metal splatter, ensuring maximum safety during every job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety first - always; dealing with hot metal is a lesson any metal worker will say you only need to learn once!\u003c\/p\u003e"}