Multi-Zone Control with Infinite Zone Switches

Allow You To Control Heat Gradients in Jupiter Manual Kilns

  • L&L pioneered multi-zone control for manual kilns over 40 years ago.
  • Each 9" high section of the kiln is controlled by an infinitely variable input switch. These switches allow you to adjust the gradients in the kiln by reducing the amount of energy that flows to hotter sections.
  • Especially when used in conjunction with L&L's Tru-View Pyrometer system you can dynamically (in real time) control gradients to prevent uneven heating. On smaller single phase Jupiter kilns these switches are the complete power control. Because they are limited to 15 amps when use them in conjunction with power contactors for larger kilns that require more power.
  • These infinite switches have an off position.

Pilot Lights for Each Zone

  • Connected to each infinite switch is a pilot light.
  • This allows you to see whether or not that zone is firing.
  • With this information you can see how the kiln is operating. You can see how often the elements go on at various settings of the switch rather than relying on just the numbers on the dial.

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