Forge Bigger Blades with Hot Shot Knife Makers Kiln - HS24K
The Hot Shot HS-24K is built for serious knife makers, blacksmiths, and heat-treating pros who need extra length and professional-grade precision. With a 24″ deep chamber, Cool-Touch exterior, and side-mounted heating elements, it evenly heats longer blades from tip to tang while keeping your shop safe and comfortable.
Designed with input from knife makers, the HS-24K gives you everything you need out of the box—no add-on costs for essentials. It features solid-state relays, dual cooling fans, a safety door switch, and a built-in alarm.
With its 240V power and even heat distribution, this kiln reaches 2200 °F (1204 °C) in just 35 minutes, letting you focus on crafting—not waiting.
Key Features of the Hot Shot HS24K Knife-Making Oven
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Long 24″ Deep Chamber: Perfect for full-sized knives, swords, and longer tools.
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Max Temperature 2200°F (1204°C): Handles all common knife steels and tempering cycles.
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Even Heat Distribution: Side-mounted elements eliminate hot and cold spots for uniform results.
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Quiet Drive SSR (Now Standard): Silent, precise temperature control with extended element life.
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Cool-Touch Technology: Dual-layer air-cooled shell keeps exterior surfaces safe to handle.
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Controller Options: Novus (standard), Spark touchscreen, or TAP II with real-time app control.
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Programmable Alarm: Notifies you when target temperature or program stage is reached.
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Safety Door Switch: Cuts power to heating elements when the door is opened.
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Full Swing Side-Opening Door: Stainless-steel handle for safe, one-handed use and easy maintenance access.
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Rear-Mounted Cooling Fans: Maintain airflow for consistent internal temperatures.
Additional Options for the Hot Shot 24x8x7 Heat Treat Oven
🧪 Argon Gas Kit
Includes tubing, fittings, and a ceramic dispensing needle. Reduces oxidation during annealing, brazing, and stainless-steel heat treating.
🛞 Standard Rolling Stand with Locking Casters
Includes a middle shelf and rolling/locking casters. Frees up bench space and adds mobility. (Available with one or two shelves.)
🪣 Quench Tank
3-gallon welded steel tank, 24″ deep × 26″ tall with bolt-on feet, lid, and welded handles—ideal for oil or water quenching.
Who We Are
Modern Potters is women-owned and operated. We're all about hard work, continuous learning, and celebrating creativity in all forms. And like you, we LOVE bringing ideas to life.
We're Potters Ourselves! Starting with clay taught us that great work happens at high temperatures, so whether you're working with ceramics, glass art, metalworking, or industrial applications like DPF cleaning, we're here for you.
P.S. The cute pup's name is Kodah, he's the CPO (Chief-Pottery-Officer). He's the one who threw the bowl in the photo, if you can believe it. ✨
Hot Shot HS24K Heat Treating Oven Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Model |
Hot Shot HS-24K |
| Kiln Type |
Knife Making / Heat Treating Oven |
| Function |
Heat treating, tempering, annealing, and stress relieving for blades & tools |
| Interior Dimensions (L x W x H) |
24″ × 8″ × 7″ |
| Exterior Dimensions (L x W x H) |
33″ × 21″ × 17″ |
| Maximum Temperature |
2200 °F (1204 °C) |
| Plug Voltage |
240V (Standard) |
| Max Amp Draw |
17 Amps |
| Breaker Required |
20 Amps |
| Break-in Period |
4–5 Hours |
| Receptacle Required |
NEMA L6-20R |
| Cord Length |
6 ft (Standard) |
| Weight |
105 lbs |
| Controller Options |
Novus (Standard), Spark, TAP II Controller |
| Warranty |
3 Years |
Hot Shot HS24K Knife Makers Kiln Manual
Hot Shot HS24K Manual
Hot Shot HS24K Novus Controller Manual
Hot Shot HS24K Spark Controller Manual
Hot Shot HS24K TAP II Controller Manual
