Open Source & Free Forever
We believe that knowledge should not be locked behind paywalls. The ceramic arts thrive on community and shared discoveries. That's why ClayHub's core tools, extensive archive, and materials database are entirely free and open source.
Built by potters, for potters, transparently. Anyone can contribute to the code, verify the math in our calculators, or add new materials to the collective database.
// Open Knowledge Commitment
export const ClayHubPhilosophy = {
software: "Open Source (MIT)",
database: "Community Driven",
price: "Free Forever",
mission: "Democratize ceramic engineering"
};ClayHub + ClayPod
Software is only half the equation. To achieve absolute precision, you need hardware that can execute your vision exactly as planned.
memory ESP32 Powered
The ClayPod is an open-source hardware kiln controller powered by an ESP32 microcontroller. It physically commands the relays and reads thermocouples with industrial precision.
cloud_sync Cloud Synchronized
Connect your ClayPod to Wi-Fi, and it instantly syncs with ClayHub. Send firing schedules directly from your browser to the kiln, and monitor the firing graph in real time from anywhere.
Telemetry Logging
Every firing is recorded. Compare the programmed schedule against the actual heat work achieved, log energy consumption, and attach the data to your specific glaze recipes.
- Tenmoku GoldCone 6
- Satin White LinerCone 6
- Rutile BlueCone 10
Your Digital Studio
Calculations are only useful if you can find them later. ClayHub features a private Workspace where all your data lives securely in the cloud.
- check_circleSave custom UMF limit formulas and base recipes.
- check_circleLog kiln firing schedules and track actual heat work graphs.
- check_circleStore specific gravity measurements and throwing weights for production runs.
- check_circleShare your best recipes to the public Community Feed and discover new formulas from artists worldwide.
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
ClayHub is built upon decades of shared knowledge. We want to extend our deepest gratitude and credit to the platforms and creators that inspired this project.
DigitalFire
The definitive reference for ceramic chemistry, materials, and troubleshooting established by Tony Hansen. Their expansive material database is the gold standard.
Glazy.org
Derek Au's groundbreaking open-source ceramics database. Glazy pioneered the modern era of sharing recipes globally, and their UMF graphing UI is a massive inspiration.
The Open Calculators
To the countless ceramic engineers who built tools like Insight, GlazeChem, and open spreadsheet calculators. Your work standardized the math we rely on today.