If you’re shopping for a new kiln or oven or exploring controller upgrades, you might have asked yourself: “Do I need a PID temperature controller – and what does that even mean?” You’ve probably seen those three letters show up so often in your search that it’d be easy to write them off as marketing […]
Let’s talk heat treat! Whether you’re crafting knives, blades, jewelry, tools, industrial components, or any other metal object, you’ll want those objects to have specific qualities – whether that’s shape, hardness, toughness, flexibility, or even electrical conductivity. That’s where temperature comes into play. This article will teach you the ins and outs of heat treatment […]
Heat treating knives is an integral part of the knifemaking process. After designing the knife, cutting the profile, and adding the bevel, heat treating knives is one of the final stages of knifemaking before finishing the blades and attaching the handle. What Is the Purpose of Heat Treating Knives? Knifemakers expose blades to specific temperatures […]
Whether you’re making swords, sterilizing lab equipment, or roasting coffee beans, there are tons of ways to use an oven. These use-cases all have one thing in common: You have to be able to control the temperature. That’s where oven controllers come into play. Oven controllers are the point of interface between you and your […]
Over the past decade, digital kiln controllers have evolved massively. While a lot of the kiln control industry is still a little bit behind the times, the best digital kiln controllers include the quality-of-life features and connectivity that today’s customers expect from their appliances. Some might argue that “best” is subjective. Different kiln operators use […]
Temperature controllers aren’t just used by artists. While most people associate temperature controllers with fusing glass or firing pottery, they can also be used in a wide array of applications that might surprise you. Today, we’ll be looking at ways to use temperature controllers that go beyond art! Roasting Coffee Amazing coffee requires roasting beans […]
We receive a lot of art submissions from artists who use TAP to power their craft. But some submissions stand out. Art doesn’t always have to stand for a cause – or to raise societal awareness or touch the lives of others. But it’s really cool when it does. These two artists use their artwork […]
TAP Kiln Controllers are built for reliability. Manufactured from high-quality components and backed by an industry-leading 3-year warranty for TAP II and TAP II Pro models, your TAP Kiln Controller should last for years to come. However, like any advanced electronic device, kiln controllers are subject to wear and tear and possible failure if not […]
Eight hundred years ago, you’d have to leave home at 12 or 13 years old and spend a 7-year apprenticeship to learn the art of bladesmithing. Luckily, today, with the internet and modern heat treat ovens, becoming a bladesmith is a lot more accessible! In fact, there’s nothing to stop you from mastering the art […]
Temperature control isn’t just limited to at home kilns. Many manufacturing and industrial processes rely on changes in temperature. Today, we’ll be looking at industrial kilns, furnaces, and commercial ovens to explore how temperature control is different for these types of kilns. Plus, we’ll be providing tips and insights for how manufacturers, waste processors, and […]