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The TAP Kiln Controller, by SDS Industries, is the first commercially available consumer kiln controller to utilize an intuitive graphical interface with an easy-to-read touchscreen display. Whether you’re looking to upgrade from a manual controller or wanting to replace your existing automatic controller, we have the solution you need!

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Why Choose TAP?

Our goal with TAP is to provide a temperature control solution that enables you to experience a range of higher performance for your kiln, with simplicity and visual ease, even when you have to step away. By satisfying the complex requirements of a kiln controller, we deliver the most refined and precise electronic controller available.

This means that firing schedule development and review is completed in full-text on a large format, high-contrast, touch-controlled screen. Utilizing full-text, alpha-numeric firing schedule titles means you never have to guess what schedule you are looking for.

The TAP Kiln Control Mobile App (available on iOS and Android) enables you to monitor your kiln, develop and edit schedules, modify settings, review logs, perform TAP Controller functions (and more) from your mobile device. The app is accessible via our USB WiFi Dongle for direct access without requiring disassembly of the kiln.

TAP easily enables on-the-fly changes so you can adjust setpoint temperatures, hold times, and skip ahead during the firing process. These changes are updated in real-time and displayed in full-text along with a visual graph of the chamber temperature so the firing history can be observed while it is taking place.

You have the choice of using either pre-loaded firing schedules supplied by your kiln manufacturer or creating your own custom firing schedules. The creation of custom firing schedules is unlimited and can be stored for future use and modified as needed.

Standalone Kiln Controllers enable you to easily upgrade your manual kiln with all the cutting-edge functionality of TAP. Installation of the controller, which comes preloaded with the control software is simple and requires nothing more than reviewing the provided plug and receptacle chart and identifying which style power cord the kiln uses. After that information is determined, you can simply select from the configuration options and get to work.

TAP uses a PID control algorithm to ensure that schedules are accurately followed. The algorithm also enables fast response, minimal overshoot, and limited state ready error for superb control performance.

In addition to the ability to replace manual controllers, the SDS conversion kits allow users to painlessly convert from any other automatic controller to TAP.

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Not Convinced Automatic Controllers are the Right Choice?

Until recently, most kiln controllers were limited to manual controllers with a simple on/off switch, a dial to adjust firing time, and a pyrometer to provide information on the kiln temperature. While these manual controllers are easy to get started with and provide a hands-on experience during the firing process, they often provide inconsistent results and demand constant attention. Manual controllers lack the ability to gradually decrease temperatures or properly hold annealing cycles, making them inadequate for complex projects.

Automatic kiln controllers allow you to set and choose the firing schedule right from the start. All SDS Controllers can come pre- loaded with schedules from the kiln manufacturer or you can create custom firing schedules. 

Not only do automatic controllers enable you to have more of a hands-off approach with your projects, but they are more systematic and, consequently, reliable. Manual controllers require constant attention and quick human responses to ensure that the firing programs’ process occurs at precisely the right temperature and time. On the other hand, automatic controllers enable consistent control, steady temperatures, and the ability to gradually control the rate of temperature change.

TAP is the only kiln controller for sale that provides greater insight and feedback into the performance of your kiln. TAP specifically provides a real-time look into the usage of critical kiln components, allowing you to view the number of relay actuations, the time heating elements have been on, and the time thermocouples have been exposed to high temperatures. This insight will keep you informed of the health and status of the kiln and allow for the replacement of critical components before they fail.
See What Users Have To Say
SEE WHAT USERS HAVE TO SAY
The beauty of the TAP controller is it's ability to hold many more schedules than most other units. This allows me to make the controller easier to use for both my wife and I. That coupled with the ease of changing schedules as needed even when the kiln is running produces the most custom results that a glass artist can hope to achieve.
Jim T.
The TAP Smart Controller is amazing! If you are on the fence about spending the extra money for this controller, just do it. You won’t regret it!
Donna K.
I’m so glad I decided to go with the TAP Controller with Wi-Fi capability. I’ve worked with both 3 and 12 button controllers in the past. This was so simple in comparison. One of the things I like so much is that everything is so instant. The first kiln I ever purchased was from someone who got their kiln and was so confused and frightened of entering a schedule that they never used it. That would never happen with the TAP Controller.
Kathy J.
We switched Internet providers and I was having a hard time figuring out how to update the settings on my controller. I sent an email fully expecting to wait over the weekend and a couple days into the next week to get a reply. Instead, while I was still sitting in front of the controller reviewing the other settings, my phone pinged and there was the reply. Simple solution, and customer service so fast it made my head spin! My only regret is that I will not be able to use the customer service more often because the product performs so well I doubt I’ll ever need to!
Cecilia B.
[12:53 PM] Brittany Gabel I want to say how much I LOVE my TAP controller. I have had a very small jewelry kiln (that I want to add the micro to once it is available) for close to 20 years and NEVER learned to program the 3 button controller. I just turned it on and set the temp, everything was a ramp rate of 9999 because I just couldn't figure programming out. About a year ago I was lucky enough to add a larger Jen ken to my studio. When building my kiln I decided to splurge and add on your TAP touchscreen smart controller. I LOVE how easy it has made creating firing schedules and the ability to name and save schedules has saved so much time. I also love having the ability to see where my kiln is in the schedule from my phone and get alarms directly from my phone. Your technology has taken a previously confusing and convoluted programming system and made it simple for all skill levels to understand and use. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!!!
Tina V.
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