Does it make sense to buy a J18, J23 or J2918 and then add a section to it later?
The J18, J23 and J2918 control panels all come with three-zone capability. Therefore you can easily add a section later to make the kiln into either a J18X, J230 or J2927. The cost is just slightly higher plus, of course, the cost of shipping. For larger kilns like the J230 or J2927, if you anticipate making the kiln larger, you should special order a larger control panel (four or five zones). Contact the factory for more information. See information on Sectional Kilns.