Nidec-Shimpo RK-3E (VL Whisper) Potters Wheel
The RK-3E (VL Whisper) Pottery Wheel is Nidec-Shimpo's flagship wheel. It offers direct drive technology that is consistent and linear in its power delivery. It is precise in action allowing very fine motor control for a pleasant and balanced throwing experience.
The contemporary frame construction feels well planted and ergonomic with various height adjustments. It has a large tray back for all of your tools and water containers.
The foot pedal is solid in construction, has a 2m long cord allowing it to be positioned as you please. It will maintain speed at whichever position it is left, for a relaxed user experience.
The RK-3E VL Whisper is internationally renowned for its high quality and performance, energy efficiency, and well balanced design principles that are a result of an accumulation of Japanese tradition, culture and engineering.
Designed to keep you balanced and at peace while you create.
FEATURES & 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 Can be used by left and right hand throwers
- BUILT-IN BREAKER Motor is protected from overload
- REMOTE FOOT PEDAL & ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT Accommodate all throwing positions (extra high legs are available on request)
- WHEELHEAD TURNS FREELY at 0 RPM Serves as a banding wheel
- TWO-PIECE SPLASHPAN Easy to clean, leaves front of machine free as bench for water pot and tools.
- TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Premium quality machine.
RK-3E SPECIFICATIONS:
- OUTPUT: ½ HP, 400W , 7Amp
- MOTOR INPUT: AC230/240V, 50Hz / 60Hz
- DRIVE SYSTEM: Direct Drive DC Brushless Motor
- SPEED CONTROL: Remote Foot Pedal (detachable) cord 2 Meters
- WHEELHEAD SPEED : 0 – 250rpm
- WHEELHEAD DIRECTION: Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise switch reversible
- CENTERING CAPACITY: 45kg (100 LBS.)
- WHEELHEAD: 350mm (14 inch) alloy casting.
- DIMENSION: 600mmx702x 315 to 580adjustable (width length height)
- WEIGHT: 42.5kg (ship weight 54kg, or 120 LBS.)