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Potterycrafts Heatworker 180 Litre Front Loading Kiln

Potterycrafts Heatworker 180 Litre Front Loading Kiln

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Potterycrafts Heatworker 180 Front Loading Kiln – Kiln Crafts

The Heatworker 180 — the largest tubed-element front-loader in the range. Free UK delivery. Call 01202 144142.

PotterycraftsHeatworker 180 Front Loading Kiln

The largest Heatworker — 180 litres of premium front-loading capacity with the tube-mounted element system, 1320°C maximum, and the heavy-duty build that serious professional studios and institutions require.

  • 180-litre chamber: The largest Heatworker — for studios and institutions where capacity is the primary requirement alongside premium engineering.
  • Tube-mounted elements: All the advantages of the Heatworker system at maximum Heatworker scale — 1320°C, easier maintenance, longer brickwork life.
  • 327kg professional build: Substantial construction designed for long-term, heavy-use studio environments.
  • 45A dedicated supply: High-power installation for a large, premium kiln — qualified electrician essential.
  • Made in Stoke-on-Trent: UK-built premium engineering at maximum Heatworker capacity.
180L premium front-loaderTubed elements1320°C max
Made in the Potteries
Tubed elements
180-litre capacity
£7,039

Potterycrafts Heatworker 180L. 45A hardwired or 3-phase 15A. Optional CERA-10+ controller. Free UK delivery.

Requires a dedicated 45A single-phase supply (or 3-phase 15A/phase). Call 01202 144142 before ordering.

Maximum Heatworker Capacity

The Heatworker 180 is the top of the Heatworker range — the same tube-mounted element system as the 90 and 135, scaled to 180 litres for studios and institutions that need maximum Heatworker capacity. At this scale, you're firing substantial production loads, running ambitious educational programmes, or handling the output of a high-volume professional ceramics operation.

The tube-mounted element system delivers the same advantages at 180 litres as it does at 90 — easier element replacement without disturbing brickwork, 1320°C maximum temperature, and extended brickwork life from a system that doesn't require grooves cut into the chamber walls. For a kiln of this size and investment level, those advantages compound over years of regular use.

At 327kg and 9kW, the Heatworker 180 is a significant installation requiring both electrical and structural planning. Call us before ordering — we'll help you work through the requirements and make sure everything is in place for a smooth installation.

The Heatworker 180 Is Right For You If

  • You need 180 litres with the Heatworker's premium tube element system
  • You fire at 1320°C at large-scale
  • You run a professional studio or institution with high-volume firing requirements
  • You want the best technical specification available in the Potterycrafts front-loading range at this capacity
  • You're investing in a long-term, premium kiln for serious production use

What the Heatworker 180 Delivers

Tube-Mounted Element System

The Heatworker range uses a tube-mounted element system — elements are suspended in free air inside ceramic tubes, rather than sitting in grooves cut into the brickwork. This delivers several meaningful advantages: higher maximum temperature (1320°C vs 1300°C for grooved systems), easier element replacement without disturbing the brickwork, no grooves weakening the chamber walls, reduced stress on elements from thermal expansion, and radiant heat entering the chamber more directly. It's the engineering distinction that makes the Heatworker the premium choice in the Potterycrafts front-loading range.

180-Litre Professional Chamber

The largest chamber in the Heatworker range — 180 litres of firing space with the technical advantages of the tube-mounted element system throughout. Internal dimensions of 41cm wide × 55cm deep × 74.5cm high give you a tall, capacious chamber with good depth for loading large pieces and generous height for multi-level stacking.

Made in the Potteries

Designed and built in Stoke-on-Trent — the historic heart of British ceramics. Potterycrafts are among Europe's best-selling kiln brands, with a reputation built on consistent quality and long-term reliability. All spare parts are stocked at the Stoke factory, ensuring you're not reliant on international supply chains for ongoing service and maintenance.

3-phase supply available at 15A per phase on request at point of order. At 327kg, delivery planning is important — we'll talk you through what's needed when you call. CERA-10+ WiFi controller recommended at this scale for overnight firing monitoring.

Technical Specifications

Capacity180 litres
LoadingFront-loading
Power9 kW
Single phase (230V)45A (hardwired)
Three phase (400V)15A per phase
Internal Dimensions41cm (W) × 55cm (D) × 74.5cm (H)
External Dimensions73cm (W) × 107cm (D) × 165cm (H)
Weight327 kg
Max Temperature1320°C (design/user) / 1280°C (application)
ElementsTube-mounted (free air)
ThermocoupleType R
ControllerOptional — CERA-10+ or CERA-10+ WiFi
Warranty2 years (excl. elements)
Made inStoke-on-Trent, England

Ready for the Heatworker 180?

Call us on 01202 144142 before ordering — we'll confirm installation requirements and help you choose the right kiln. Free UK delivery, 2-year warranty, 30-day returns.