Homemade Electric Kiln : 6 Steps (with Pictures ...
The element is a type of NiCr wire called Kanthal. Most Kanthal is rated to about 2450 F. There are other element types if you need higher temperatures. Kanthal is used in low-fire/ceramic applications. Either find a ceramic supplier to help (as I did) or you can contact a place like Joppaglass.com and have an element made to your specifications.
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