Our Controller Options
Controller Options
When picking out your Hot Shot Oven, you will have the ability to choose the standard built-in NOVUS Controller or upgrade to our TAP Smart Controller, or the Bartlett Genesis Spark (excludes glass ovens). Below you will find the differences between the three controllers to help make your decision easier.
Novus– The N20K48 series of PID (proportional–integral–derivative controller) temperature controllers have been designed for non-experienced novice users for combining extreme simplicity in operation with quality performance found in expensive high-end controllers. The Novus N20K48 can be operated by simply turning on the oven and setting the temperature needed or you can download the free Novus Quicktune App to be able to program the controller more easily via your phone/tablet. The controller can also be programmed by using the onboard buttons and a series of key presses. The Novus N20K48 controller is limited to only storing 20 programs at a time with a max of 9 segments per program.
Check out these Videos on How to Program the Novus Controller:
Bartlett Genesis Spark- The Genesis Spark is a versatile touchscreen controller that regulates the temperature in your kiln so you can fire a variety of products like various metals, ceramics, jewelry, and more. Most Hot Shot Ovens can be upgraded to the Genesis Spark (excluding Glass Ovens). The Genesis Spark has presets per industry, and 30 custom programs, along with Wi-Fi capabilities for software updating, built-in diagnostics, maintenance logging, and automatic adjusting PIDs. You can use this controller with your Barlett Kiln Aid app to monitor your controller remotely and get alerts about your kiln’s firing.
TAP Pro – The TAP Pro controller is a state-of-the-art, programmable, full color touch screen controller. The TAP Pro can store an unlimited number of programs and can be easily programmed on screen or by using the free mobile app. All Hot Shot Pro ovens come with the Tap controller as well as built in Wi-fi for the ultimate user experience. The TAP mobile App allows the user to easily create and monitor programs in real time and allows the user the ability to set notifications, view firing logs with by-the-minute data points and receive push notifications about the operation schedules. The TAP controller also allows you to see maintenance schedules and offset a program that is currently running!