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VL-Whisper Potter's 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!
Suggested Retail Price: $1,195.00
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| 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 |
| Wheel-head Turns Freely At 0 RPM | 14" light alloy casting, drilled for bat-pins |
| Two-piece Splash Pan | Completes the package |
| Warranty | 5-year |
| VL-Whisper Potter's Wheel | |
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| Motor | ½ HP, 400 W, AC 115V, 60 Hz |
| Drive System | Direct drive DC brushless motor |
| Speed Control | Remote foot pedal |
| Wheel-head Speed | 0~250 rpm |
| Wheel-head Direction | Clockwise/Counter-clockwise |
| Centering | 100 lbs. |
| Wheel-head | 14" light alloy casting, drilled for bat-pins |
| Dimensions | 23 1/8 x 27 1/2 x 22 ¾" |
| Ship Weight | 135 lbs. |
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VL-Whisper Potter's Wheel data sheet |
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VL-Whisper Potter's Wheel manual |
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Two-Piece Interlocking splash pan We’ve re-designed the easy Two-Piece splash pans 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. Part number: AC-001-2PC (Shipped with Velocity Series, 4-1/2” x 19-1/2”, 4 lbs.) Suggested Retail Price: $38.50 Part number: AC-001-2VL (Shipped with VL-Whisper, 4-1/2" x 19", 4 lbs.) Suggested Retail Price: $38.50 |
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Shimpo Potter's Tools Introducing traditional Japanese-style pottery tools. Use these traditional Japanese-style pottery tools to enhance your throwing skills and explore new possibilities on the potter's wheel. Chose from a variety of pottery tools that have been carefully selected for your wheel-throwing needs. Contact your local dealer to order Contact Shimpo for pricing (800) 237-7079 |
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WonderBat WonderBat by Rocky Mountain Wood Masters! Contact your local dealer to order. 14" WonderBat 14" Bat Adapter set with 6 square inserts Additional Bat Adapter inserts 12" WonderBat |
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VL-Whisper demo video
VL-Whisper School Promotion Special
All school orders in the continental US consisting of FIVE VL-Whisper wheels or more will receive a FREE Adjustable Stool with each wheel.
Plus, we'll include FREE SHIPPING directly to your school.
Contact your local Shimpo dealer today for more details!
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