SHIMPO VL-LITE
Designed with the potter in mind, the SHIMPO VL-LITE is a belt-driven lightweight wheel. “LITE” enough to carry yet sturdy enough to throw on. Featuring a remote pedal, two-piece splash pan, workspace, 100-watt reversible motor, an automatic belt-tensioning system and a “LITE” price.
Features
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- Electronic Controller delivers smooth steady speed control at maximum torque
- 25 lbs centering
- 12″ wheel-head
- Broad Speed Range allows optimum speed under all load conditions
- Built-in Breaker protects Motor from overload
- Portable
- Smooth and steady foot pedal control
- Automatic belt tensioning system
- Unique brushes in the motor make this wheel extremely quiet
- 5 year warranty
***Warning: The use of high acidic clays can be damaging to the surface of the aluminum wheel head, and may cause pre-mature oxidation, and pitting. We encourage the use of a bat between the surface of the aluminum wheel head, and the clay whenever possible.***
Reversibility | Accommodates left and right hand users |
Centering | 25 lbs |
Wheel-head Speed | 0 – 250 rpm |
Remote Foot Pedal | Accommodate all throwing positions |
Wheel Dimensions | 22" x 28" x 21" |
Weight | 51 lbs |
Ship Weight | 85 lbs |
2-Piece Splashpan 19″ (snap with flaps)
*Fits all SHIMPO wheels except RK-2’s, Bantam & Aspire
Part number: AC-001-2VL-A
Suggested Retail Price: $69.00
Hump Mold Throwing System
The New Hump Mold Throwing System fits any SHIMPO potter’s wheels. Contact your local dealer to order.
7.5″ Plaster Plate Hump Mold
Product number: WHM7PL
Suggested Retail Price: $20.00
9″ Plaster Plate Hump Mold For Wheel
Product number: WHM9PL
Suggested Retail Price: $23.00
7.5″ Plaster Bowl Hump Mold
Product number: WHM7BL
Suggested Retail Price: $20.00
Mold Hump Adapter Bat (Fits any SHIMPO Wheel)
Product number: WHM-AD-BAT
Suggested Retail Price: $34.00
NIDEC-SHIMPO Potter’s Tools
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 NIDEC-SHIMPO for pricing (800) 237-7079
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel – Featuring The Clay Lady
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel
Helpful throwing tips and demonstrations featuring The Clay Lady can be viewed at the link below.