PARAGON BLUEBIRD XL: The Essential Kiln for Glass Bead Artists
The PARAGON BLUEBIRD XL is purpose-built for glass beadmakers who demand precision, consistency, and durability. Designed to safely anneal glass beads and rods, this kiln eliminates stress fractures and ensures lasting strength in your finished pieces. With a spacious 20” wide interior and dual front doors, the PARAGON BLUEBIRD XL offers unmatched access and flexibility for loading mandrels during live work.
Built for Performance, Refined for Professionals
This updated model features an all-ceramic fiber firing chamber for rapid heat-up and reduced dust. The new sinusoidal (“wavy”) embedded elements in the roof provide faster, more even heating while extending element life. The doors are now thicker (2") and equipped with high-temp gaskets to improve heat retention, and they’re held securely in place by rare-earth magnets during operation.
The Solid State Relay upgrade offers quiet, precise control and increased lifespan compared to mechanical relays—ideal for frequent firing and extended annealing cycles.
Every detail of the PARAGON BLUEBIRD XL has been engineered for heavy-duty, long-term use:
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Heavier, magnet-mounted mandrel holders (single and double) for flexible placement and secure support
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Ergonomic stainless steel control panel with a space-saving footprint
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Cool-touch knobs and slotted steel base for added safety during long sessions
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Glass rod warmer on top to keep production flowing
User-Friendly Control with the Sentinel Touch Xpress
Program and control your kiln with confidence using the Sentinel Touch Xpress touchscreen controller. Set annealing temperatures, adjust cooling curves, and store multiple programs with just a few taps. Whether you're batch annealing or running daily production, the controller offers reliability and ease of use every step of the way.
The Ideal Kiln for:
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Glass beadmakers and flameworking artists
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Seminar instructors who need high-capacity and fast turnaround
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Studios seeking a dedicated annealing kiln with professional-grade construction
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Small businesses looking for dependable daily operation with minimal maintenance
Standard Features:
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Sentinel Touch Xpress touchscreen controller
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Dual 3.5” x 10” doors (total 20” width) with flexible high-temp gaskets
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Ceramic fiber roof and chamber with embedded wavy elements
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Single and double mandrel holders (magnet-mounted and height-adjustable)
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Rare-earth magnets to hold doors open or closed
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On/off safety switch
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Mar-proof plastic feet
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Glass rod warmer on top
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Plugs into a standard 120V outlet
Built with Pride in Mesquite, Texas
Every Paragon kiln is handcrafted in Mesquite, Texas by a dedicated team of skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. With decades of experience behind us, we take pride in building kilns that deliver lasting performance, precision, and peace of mind.
From our engineers to our assembly team, we stand behind every kiln we make—because we know what it means to invest in your craft. When you choose Paragon, you're not just buying a kiln—you're gaining the backing of a company that truly cares about your success.
