How to fire a kiln - Ceramics 101 - University of YouTube

[@SweetTea-Stephens]

So glad I found your channel. This was sooooooo informative. More than any other video I’ve seen. Thank you thank you. And you’re funny too

[@jeromeuriah7235]

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[@Mapnell1]

Thank you!!!! I’m a beginner and just bought a used kiln. Now I’m nervous instead of excited! 😅

[@TrifireStudios]

😂Let me know how it goes.

[@UwUEmmittationUwU]

i knew the reference when he began to say "oh when does paper incinerate? they incinerate at 450" reminds me of the boom Fahrenheit 451 lol also awesome video your a great teacher that id wish alot of teachers would have

[@wonSon-c8l]

it makes me understand clearly. Thanks!.

[@TheServiceCenterWCM]

Thanks! Great, informative video. I'm running an old manual Gare 1818 with switches instead of dials and computers, so it does require a bit of babying and attention. Currently, I'm working through solving of pinholing issues. With the kiln sitter as the controller of power, I have to work on being around when the thermocoupler triggers, then reset it (gently) to return the power and work a soaking cycle. The size of the 1818 means that it drops temp at a decent speed once it hits cone 06, so some soaking it necessary. Would love to hear more about the post-fire cooling processes and techniques.

[@TrifireStudios]

Is it cooling to quickly? The cool down should vary by glaze; common levels should be 100-200^ per hour. It just depends on where the heat is leaching from. You can also get “lambs wool”, (fiber glass “cloth”) to plug these areas too. Let me know if that helps.

[@yourunclesam6780]

Wonderful tutorial. Thank you

[@TrifireStudios]

🤙🏻✌🏻 Thanks.

[@LowlanderNurse]

We have a kiln at our makerspace, wanting to learn how to fire it so looking forward to video.

[@TrifireStudios]

Awesome to hear. Let me know if you have questions. 🤙🏻✌🏻

[@AngelaMartinTV]

Great presentation. I've just started using a rampmaster 2 electric Kiln - should I just turn it off when it reaches full temperature....I'm not sure if electric kilns have a 'cool down program' or whether it just cools down naturally over say 24 hours? Thank you so much

[@TrifireStudios]

Awesome to hear. Typically, most kilns shut off (kiln stays on, but the elements stop heating) once they reach temp. Then the kiln simply cools down to the air temp. Similar to a pan that has been under the broiler for a long time, it will cool down on its own. Just be patient. I usually start a fire on Friday afternoon and it is ready to open on Monday morning. Check out the other videos in the "Ceramic Playlist" for more kiln guidance. ✌

[@AngelaMartinTV]

@@TrifireStudios Brilliant - thankyou !

[@danaperret2852]

Do you have to pre- heat if the piece is bone dry?

[@TrifireStudios]

I do just in case. This will also more evenly heat the kiln and create a better atmosphere.

[@coldfire05]

The question isn't should you, it's how long should you.

[@kkpetersonn]

Thank you!

[@wadepatton2433]

I'm confused by all the jumping back and forth from manual to digital to gas. Maybe later.

[@lindajordana755]

So... this was how to fire a Manual kiln not an electric kiln. Good job on explanation of manual kiln. I understand that better but the electric kiln the explanation is "Program it".

[@TrifireStudios]

I’ve made some other videos on a digital kiln too. Hope those help you out. 🤙🏻✌🏻

[@en2oh]

hi there! Not sure if anyone is in the mood for answering a question or two about ceramics. I want to slip cast some furnace tubes for work in chemistry. The requirements are pretty simple. able to withstand temperatures over 1000C and two, be tolerant to repeated thermal shock. ie heating/cooling cycles of the furnace. The ceramic will be heated with resistance wire. I'm thinking of an alumina or zironia based slip. Suggestions would be welcomed. recipes would be appreciated! :)

[@TrifireStudios]

Ok, so around 1832^f, that is around cone ^06 (1828^f). Any standard high fire stoneware would work, but the thermal changes are going to be the issue. Also you will have to heat them from room temp to register temp and cool fully again. The alumina will help with sticking/melting points, but not anything for thermal. You should look into refractory elements, or fire brick. The main point with fire brick is the airy-ness of the brick, built with sawdust, to heat and repeat. I go over several thermal parts in my raku video. Check that out and let me know. ✌🏻

[@chewher4171]

I need a pro to come to all me through it. I’m afraid to burn down the building.

[@morganheckerd8414]

I replaced my thermocouple recently with this one: www.theceramicshop.com/product/10880/type-k-thermocouple-skutt-6/?gclid=CjwKCAjw47eFBhA9EiwAy8kzNJ0H0AWij6SP2fY8_fcjrcLsgKc6AvCmlDyy494Qg1pz0CuG0ePHJhoCFtQQAvD_BwE Should I keep the big ceramic thermocouple cover from the kiln (the same one that's covering your thermocouple)? From what I've seen of Skutt Kilns generally don't have that cover since the thermocouple is already partially insulated with ceramic. Thanks!

[@TrifireStudios]

I keep mine covered just in case as I’m taking ware in and out. A few dings and the metal filament could be damaged enough to give in accurate details.

[@SetGozo]

Great thanks, you kinda spun th like that Seth Rogen comedian guy, not sure his name.

[@hermanschiller2035]

Great video, but the obnoxious blaring background music is a turn-off.