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Kilncare IKON V61 GXR Top-Load Pottery Kiln in a home studio

Kilncare Ikon V61 GXR Top Load Pottery Kiln + Free Furniture Kit & Extra Shelf

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Have a little play around with Kiln Crafts kiln size calculator. Giving you that peace of mind that you're investing in the right size for your needs.

Ordering now? Your kiln will arrive after Christmas, in January.

Kilncare have confirmed that every kiln ordered from now on will be delivered in January. Their pre-Christmas production slots are full, and their workshop closes for two weeks over Christmas. We'll confirm your dispatch date as soon as Kilncare give it to us, and keep you updated right up to delivery. Want to talk it through first? Call us on 01202 144 142.

Includes a free Ikon V61 Furniture Set (worth £159), a free extra shelf and free UK delivery with every order.

Included free with your kiln

  • ✓Ikon V61 furniture set: 3 shelves + 12 props (worth £159)
  • ✓An extra shelf (worth £49), so you can fire one more layer from day one
  • ✓Our first-firing walkthrough: plain-English steps from unpacking to your first glaze firing. Read it now
  • ✓Free UK mainland delivery

Optional upgrade: WiFi controller, £115. Watch and adjust your firings from your phone. Add the WiFi upgrade

KilncareIkon V61 GXR Top Load Kiln

The Kilncare Ikon V61 GXR is a 61-litre, top-loading electric pottery kiln, built in Stoke-on-Trent, that reaches a usable 1300°C from a standard 13A plug on 2.9 kW — Kilncare say it is the only 60-litre kiln that does. £4,095 at Kiln Crafts, with the V61 furniture set (worth £159) and free mainland UK delivery included.

  • 61-litre chamber: One-third more capacity than the V46 — meaningful for anyone producing regularly or firing larger pieces.
  • GX insulation: Three-layer chamber insulation with GX micropore board — the GXR carries more of it than any other Ikon — plus a GX micropore lid add-on wrapped in 304 stainless steel. That is how 2.9 kW reaches 1300°C.
  • 13A household plug: No rewiring, no electrician. Straight into a standard socket and ready to fire.
  • 1300°C maximum: Full range of earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain firings.
  • KCR32C controller included: Pre-set programmes plus custom ramp-and-hold control. WiFi upgrade available for £115.
Made in England 3-year warranty Free furniture kit
Made in Stoke-on-Trent
Three-layer GX insulation
3-year warranty
£4,095 Free furniture kit

Includes V61 Furniture Set (3 shelves + 12 props) and free UK delivery.

If you see it cheaper anywhere, call us on 01202 144142 and we'll beat it.

Which Kilncare Ikon kiln should I buy?

For most home potters, the Ikon V61 GXR is the one to buy: 61 litres, 1300°C, and it runs off a standard 13A plug, so no electrician. Choose the V46 if space is tight, the V61E for earthenware only, the V61 or V61X if you want 1315°C and can be hardwired, and the V80 or V100 only for volume.

Kilncare build the whole Ikon range in Stoke-on-Trent, and every model shares the same KCR32C controller and 3-year warranty. What actually changes between them is chamber size, top temperature, and whether you need an electrician. Here is the full range side by side.

Kilncare Ikon range — all seven current models. Prices are our current listed prices including free mainland UK delivery and the matching furniture set.
Model Chamber Power Supply Max temp Price
Ikon V46 46 L 3 kW 13A plug 1315°C £3,495
Ikon V61E 61 L 2.9 kW 13A plug 1200°C £3,945
Ikon V61 61 L 3.6 kW 15A hardwired 1315°C £3,945
Ikon V61X 61 L 5 kW 21.4A hardwired 1315°C £3,850
Ikon V61 GXR (this kiln) 61 L 2.9 kW 13A plug 1300°C £4,095
Ikon V80 80 L 6 kW 25A hardwired 1315°C £4,899
Ikon V100 100 L 7.3 kW 30.5A hardwired 1315°C £5,279

Which Kilncare Ikon kilns run off a normal 13A plug?

The Ikon V46, V61E and V61 GXR all draw 12.6A and plug into an ordinary 13A socket — no rewiring, no electrician. The V61 (15A), V61X (21.4A), V80 (25A) and V100 (30.5A) all need a dedicated hardwired supply, which typically costs £200–£500 to have installed.

This is usually the question that decides it. A kiln on a normal plug can go in a garage, a shed or a spare room without any electrical work at all. If you want to see what a firing would actually cost you on your own tariff, our kiln running-cost calculator has the Ikon V61 built in as a preset.

Can a Kilncare Ikon fire stoneware?

Yes — every Ikon except the V61E. The V61E tops out at 1200°C, which covers earthenware and most mid-fire glazes but not stoneware. The V61 GXR reaches 1300°C and the V46, V61, V61X, V80 and V100 all reach 1315°C, comfortably above the 1260–1280°C most stoneware bodies need.

What's the difference between the Ikon V61, V61E, V61X and V61 GXR?

All four hold 61 litres in the same 416mm × 445mm chamber — the difference is heat and how you power it. The V61E is 2.9kW on a 13A plug but stops at 1200°C. The V61 (3.6kW) and the V61X (5kW) both reach 1315°C but must be hardwired. The V61 GXR is 2.9kW on a 13A plug and still reaches 1300°C, because the extra GX micropore insulation and the stainless-wrapped GX lid hold the heat in rather than burning more power to replace it.

If you are still weighing it up, our guide to buying a pottery kiln in the UK walks through sizing, siting and wiring from the beginning — or just call us on 01202 144142 and we will work through it with you.

How much does the Kilncare Ikon V61 GXR cost?

The Ikon V61 GXR is £4,095 at Kiln Crafts, and that includes the V61 furniture set (worth £159) and free mainland UK delivery. Across the range: the Ikon V46 is £3,495, the V61E £3,945, the V61 £3,945, the V61X £3,850, the V80 £4,899 and the V100 £5,279 — each with its furniture set and UK delivery included.

The price you see on this page is the price you pay — there is no separate delivery charge and no furniture to add on afterwards. If you find the same kiln cheaper elsewhere, call us on 01202 144142 and we will beat it.

How much does a Kilncare Ikon cost to run?

A 2.9kW Ikon V61 GXR draws at most 2.9 kWh for every hour it is switched on, so on the July–September 2026 Ofgem capped rate of 26.11p per kWh that is at most about 76p an hour. Real firings cost less than that ceiling, because the elements cycle off once the kiln reaches its target temperature and only pulse to hold it there.

How much less depends on your firing schedule, how tightly the kiln is packed and how well the room holds heat, which is why we would rather show you the working than quote you a single number. Our kiln running-cost calculator takes your own tariff and firing schedule and shows every step of the sum.

More Capacity, Same Convenience

The V61 GXR is for potters who've already decided they need more space inside the kiln — whether that's because the V46 fills up too quickly, they're working on larger sculptural pieces, or they want the headroom to fire bigger batches without running multiple cycles.

Where the GXR distinguishes itself from the V61E is the insulation. Every Ikon chamber has three layers of insulation including GX micropore board; the GXR carries more of it, and adds a GX micropore lid wrapped in 304 stainless steel. The result is the same 2.9 kW and the same 13A plug as the V61E, but 1300°C instead of 1200°C — and less electricity per firing to hold temperature.

Like the rest of the Ikon range, the V61 GXR runs from a standard 13A household socket. No rewiring, no specialist installation, no barriers between you and your first firing. The KCR32C controller handles everything from basic pre-set programmes to complex custom ramp-and-hold sequences, and the optional WiFi upgrade lets you monitor firings remotely via Kilncare's GATEway platform.

The V61 GXR Is Right For You If

  • You're outgrowing the V46 or a similarly sized kiln
  • You work on larger pieces that need more chamber height or diameter
  • You want to fire bigger batches less frequently
  • You want the best insulation available in the Ikon range for running efficiency
  • You need a proper home kiln without a dedicated electrical circuit

What the GXR Brings to the Table

Three-Layer GX Insulation

Kilncare build every Ikon chamber with three layers of insulation, including their GX micropore board, over a double-layer insulated floor with a full stainless-steel under-plate. The GXR carries more GX micropore than any other Ikon and adds a GX lid section wrapped in 304 brushed stainless steel. Less heat escapes through the walls and lid, so the elements cycle off sooner and stay off longer — which is why this is the only 60-litre kiln we know of that reaches a usable 1300°C on a 13A plug.

61-Litre Chamber

The extra 15 litres over the V46 translates to meaningfully more loading flexibility — taller vases, more shelving levels, or simply a bigger batch of smaller pieces. The chamber is designed with a round footprint to maximise usable space and ensure consistent heat distribution around your work from the elements down the full height of the load.

KCR32C Digital Controller

The same reliable controller as the V46, included as standard. Pre-loaded with common firing programmes and fully programmable for custom schedules. The WiFi upgrade (KCR32C WiFi) is available separately and connects your kiln to Kilncare's GATEway monitoring platform — so you can check temperatures, pause, or stop a firing remotely without being in the room.

Ikon V61 GXR — controller, safety and build, as specified by Kilncare

  • Controller: Stafford KCR32C, included. 32 programmes of up to 32 segments each, pre-loaded with 9 ceramics and 9 glass programmes you can overwrite; ramp rates from 1°C to 999°C per hour. The KCR32C WiFi version is an optional extra and connects to Kilncare's GATEway app for remote monitoring.
  • Safety: A dual-channel lid safety cut-off switch and a dual-contactor lid cut-off circuit that doubles as over-fire protection. Element power sits in a separate panel from the control electronics, which are mounted low at the rear with an air gap to the chamber to keep them cool.
  • Lid and exhaust: Recessed lid for a reliable seal, twin lid clamps with a padlock facility, and a variable chamber exhaust shutter — no bung to lose.
  • Moving it: Two heavy-duty lockable swivel castors at the front and two solid castors at the rear. 105 kg.
  • Elements and warranty: Kanthal A1 elements. 3-year warranty on all parts excluding elements.

What's Included Free

✓ V61 Furniture Set (worth £159)
✓ Extra shelf (worth £49)
✓ First-firing walkthrough
✓ Free UK delivery
✓ Owner's manual

Every V61 GXR order from Kiln Crafts includes the Ikon V61 Furniture Set — 3 ceramic shelves (365mm) and 12 props across four heights (25mm, 50mm, 75mm and 100mm). Three shelves give you more stacking flexibility than the V46 set and are sized to make the most of the larger chamber. Free UK delivery included as standard. We also add an extra shelf, so you can fire one more layer from day one, and send you our step-by-step first-firing walkthrough: plain English, no engineer's manual required.

Prefer to discuss which Ikon model suits your setup before committing? Call us on 01202 144142 and we'll walk you through the differences between the V46, V61 GXR, and V61E — no pressure to buy on the call.

Technical Specifications — Ikon V61 GXR

Chamber Capacity61 litres
Internal Dimensions416mm diameter × 445mm height (circular chamber)
External Dimensions725mm (W) × 870mm (D) × 890mm (H)
Power2.9 kW
Single phase (230V)12.6A — standard 13A plug
Max Temperature1300°C
Weight105 kg
InsulationThree-layer chamber insulation with GX micropore (extra on the GXR) + GX micropore lid in 304 stainless steel; double-layer floor with stainless under-plate
ControllerKCR32C (WiFi upgrade available for £115)
PlugUK 13A plug with 2m lead — plug-in, no hardwiring needed
Warranty3-year (parts, excl. elements)
Made inStoke-on-Trent, England
IncludesV61 Furniture Set (3 shelves + 12 props)
DeliveryFree to mainland UK

Step Up to 61 Litres

If you're deciding between the V61 GXR and another Ikon model — or weighing up whether you actually need the extra capacity — just get in touch and we'll help you work through it honestly.

The V61 GXR ships free to mainland UK with the furniture kit included. 3-year warranty, 30-day returns.