Mfg : Shimpo Ceramics
Model : VL
Stock Status : non-stock special order
FOB : Augusta, Georgia
Lead Notice: 2-3 weeks prior to delivery or p/u
Pricing: Call
VL Dimension: 23 1/8 x 27 1/2 x 22 3/4"
VL Ship Weight: 135 lbs.

Product Specs:

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
Broad Speed Range / Allows optimum 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


Specs

Motor: 1/2 HP, 400 W, AC 115V, 60 Hz
Drive System: Direct Drive DC 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


Optional Splashpans Included

Recomended two-piece pan model # SH-PAN1

All Pans Available for Shimpo Wheels

Two-Piece with ClipsFits
RK-Whisper and RK-10 models manufactured after 1981 and all Master Series wheels when fitted with a 12-inch Wheelhead. Both pieces of the splashpan remove quickly and easily for cleaning or when throwing larger ware. Shorter mounting bolts are required for use with our tables.

23”L x 18” W x 5” H / 4.5 lbs.

Two-Piece Interlocking
We’ve designed the Easy Two-Piece splashpans to incorporate the features you’ve been requesting. Snug-fitting interlocking design separates easily for cleaning. Manufactured from heavy-duty plastic. Fits all Master, Rk-10, Velocity and Whisper Series wheels and may be used with our tables.

AC-001-2PC (Shipped with Velocity Series): 4-1/2” x 19-1/2”, 4 lbs.
AC-001-2VL (Shipped with VL-Whisper): 4-1/2” x 19”, 4 lbs.

One-Piece Splashpans
Our one-piece pans come in two sizes: large and small. The splashpans attach under the wheelhead and do not require removal for cleaning due to their convenient drain plugs. Constructed of durable flex plastic, our one-piece splashpans resists cracking or breaking and clean easily.

(ONE-PIECE SMALL) Item # SH-PAN2
Fits all Master Series (fitted with 12-inch wheelhead), RK-10 and some older RK-2 models. Our table may be used together with this pan as an accessory on wheels listed above (except the M-1 which does not fit a table). 17-1/2” dia. X 5” H, 4 lbs.

(ONE-PIECE LARGE) Item # SH-PAN3
This pan fits all Master Series wheels except the M-1 and may be used with the table. 21-1/2” dia x 5” H, 4 lbs.