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Common Thermocouple Issues & How to Fix Them | Thermocouple Troubleshooting

Gail Stouffer

Ever had a firing go sideways, even though everything seemed right? If your kiln is heating unpredictably or missing target temps, there’s a good chance your thermocouple is trying to tell you something.

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How to Check Your Kilns Relay

How to Check Your Kilns Relay

Is your kiln not reaching temperature? Maybe it shuts off halfway through a firing? Before you call in for repair, it’s worth taking a look at one small but essential part: the relay.  

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Kiln Brick Repair Guide & FAQS

Spotted a crack in your kiln’s firebrick and can’t stop thinking about it? We get it. That uneasy feeling is all too familiar to glass artists, ceramicists, jewelry designers, and other makers.

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Cracked Firebricks: Should You Replace It?

Have you noticed some cracks in your kiln's firebricks and are wondering if they mean trouble?

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7 Signs Your Kiln Element Needs to Be Replaced

Is your kiln struggling to hit the mark? You might unknowingly be working with worn-out kiln elements.

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How to Replace Your Kiln Thermocouple

Is your kiln firing a little too hot or not hot enough?

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How to Test Your Kiln's Thermocouple

Have you ever opened your kiln to find underfired or overfired pieces, even though your controller said everything was spot-on?

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