Shimpo Wheel RK-Whisper
Article number: | RK-Whisper |
Availability: | In stock (4) |
***Warning: This product may be harmful to a person who has a pacemaker. Serious injury or death could occur. Consult a physician before using.***
The RK-Whisper represents the next generation of potter’s wheels. Responsive, high torque at all speeds, powerful and quiet. Not just quiet, but QUIET! This wheel is by far the quietest on the market. You can actually throw and hear yourself think at the same time…
The exterior of the RK-Whisper resembles the RK-10, but that’s where the similarities end! This new wheel features a brushless DC motor and direct drive (no belt) system. The motor is electronically controlled and operated by a fixed foot pedal and hand lever. It’s reversible, and the steel body is durable under all conditions.
A 12” wheelhead and two-piece splashpan are included as standard features.
Features and Benefits
- 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
- Fixed Foot Pedal w/ Hand Lever / Compact design saves space
- Wheelhead Turns Freely at 0 RPM / Serves as a banding wheel
- Two-Piece Splashpan w/ Built-In Table / Completes the package
- Five-Year Warranty / Peace of mind
Specifications
Motor: ½ HP, 400 W, AC 115V, 60 Hz
Speed Control: Fixed foot pedal with hand lever
Wheel-head Speed: 0~250 rpm
Wheel-head Direction: Clockwise/Counter-clockwise
Dimensions: 20 x 21 x 20"
Weight: 116 lbs
Ship Weight: 142 lbs
Click here for the RK-Whisper Instruction Manual.
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