Vulcan 3-550 Burnout/Heat treat oven

[Rooster99]

Does anyone know any info or have used a Vulcan 3-550 Kiln for heat treat. There is one on craiglist near me and I'm wondering if I should think about making an offer on it. Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated.....

Thanks,
Christopher

 

[Jason Fry]

If it is front loading and a knife will fit in it it will work. Look at if it is 110 or 220 and also make sure the max temp is high enough for the steels you want. Digital control is a plus but can be added later.

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

That is a jewelry/dental flask burnout oven. It will work, but it isn't intended for knifemaking. It has a chamber too high and not deep enough. Unless it is $100-200, pass on it.

 

[Rooster99]

Thanks for the knowledge guys, just saved me time and money.