***This product may be harmful to a person who has a pacemaker. Serious injury or death could occur. Consult a physician before using.***
SHIMPO RK-3E
SHIMPO RK-3E pottery wheel uses an exceptional Direct Drive motor. The Direct Drive motor is a brushless, beltless motor that operates on a magnet system and is electronically controlled. As a result, the motor is EXTREMELY quiet!
Features
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- Direct drive system; DC brushless motor
- 45 kg centering
- 355 mm light alloy casting wheel-head, drilled for bat-pins
- Adjustable legs
- Legs can be removed for storage or tabletop use
- Virtually quiet; no belts, no vibration
- Wheel-head acts as a banding wheel when the pedal is at stop
- Pedal stops the wheel head immediately; no belt means no extra rotation when stopped
- Higher torque; no belts
- Maintains a specific set speed when stepping away to center, even with slow speeds with 45 kg of clay
Motor | 400W, single phase, 230V, 50/60Hz |
Speed Control | Remote foot pedal |
Wheel-head Speed | 0~250 rpm |
Wheel-head Direction | Clockwise/Counter-clockwise |
Dimensions | 350 mm, alloy casting |
Weight | 54 kg |
Ship Weight | 61 kg |
SHIMPO RK-3E Extension Legs
The SHIMPO RK-3E extension legs allow you to throw while standing. The legs are made from heavy gauge, powder coated steel and designed with a curve for extreme stability. The legs will raise the SHIMPO RK-3E to a height of 889 mm to 939 mm in 25.4 mm increments.
Contact your local dealer to order.
2-Piece Splashpan 19″ (snap with flaps)
*Fits all SHIMPO wheels except RK-2’s, Bantam & RK-5T/RK-5TF.
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