In use of over
30 years now, SHIMPO potter's wheels have earned the reputation of quality
and reliability
among potters not only in Europe and America but throughout
the world.
Advantages:
- Unlike inverter drive or DC drive potter’s wheels, RX traction
drive potter’s wheels provide 18 times
stronger power at its lowest speed. This is ideal for centering the clay. - Smooth
quiet operation is assured. The smoothness
and quietness of the potter’s wheels
are
SHIMPO’s tradition of 30 year's history. - Variable
speed drive was initially invented for
industrial use. Thus, it's structure
is designed for heavy
duty, long life and maintenance free. - Variable speed
from 0 rpm with precise rotation at full
load assures a perfect centering and throwing
even of large pieces.
Model RK-3D / RK-3E / WHISPER-T
Overview
Model | RK-3D | RK-3E | Whisper-T | |||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Motor | 400W(1/2 PS/HP) | 300W(1/2 PS/HP) | ||||
230V 50Hz | 230V 50Hz | |||||
1-phase | 1-phase | |||||
Speed control | fixed pedal + lever control | electric remote control | ||||
Wheelhead speed | 0-250UpM | 0-250UpM | ||||
RpM/t/mn | RpM/t/mn | |||||
Wheelhead size | 300mmφ | 350mmφ | 300mmφ | |||
Light alloy casting, diameter | ||||||
Direction of wheelhead | Clockwise and counter-clockwise | |||||
Dimensions | 525×582×515mm | 600×702×580mm | 750×572×580mm | |||
Weight | 45kg | 42.5kg | 43kg |