SHIMPO – VL WHISPER POTTERY WHEEL

The superior technology of Shimpo’s RK-Whisper potter’s wheel and the popular features of Shimpo’s Velocity V75 potter’s wheel have been combined to create the second model in Shimpo’s Whisper series potter’s wheels: the VL-Whisper.  Responsive, high torque at all speeds, powerful and we can now say the quietest wheel in the potter’s wheel market. It’s a “quiet” that must be heard to be believed!

Features:

• Brushless DC Motor / Smooth, quiet, powerful, no maintenance
• Electronic Controller / Maintains desired speed under all load conditions
• Reversibility / Accommodates left and right hand users
• Built-In Breaker / Motor is protected from overload
• Remote Foot Pedal & Adjustable Height / Accommodate all throwing positions
• Wheelhead Turns Freely at 0 RPM / Serves as a banding wheel
• Two-Piece Splashpan / Completes the package
• Two-Year Warranty / Peace of mind

 Specifications:

• MOTOR: 1/2 HP, 400 W, AC 115V, 60 Hz.
• DRIVE SYSTEM: Direct Drive</city /> DC</state /></place /> Brushless Motor.
• SPEED CONTROL: Remote Foot Pedal.
• WHEELHEAD SPEED: 0~250 rpm.
• WHEELHEAD DIRECTION: Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise.
• CENTERING: 100 lbs.
• WHEELHEAD: 14 inch light alloy casting, drilled for bat pins.
• DIMENSION: 23 1/8 x 27 1/2 x 22 3/4″.