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Nidec Shimpo Pottery Wheels have been proving their reliability to potters for over 70 years. Go big with the Shimpo VL-Whisper or RK-Whisper. Stay on budget with a Shimpo VL-Lite or keep it portable with the Shimpo Aspire with or without a foot pedal. A 5 year warranty is standard with all Nidec Shimpo wheels and they ship free in the continental US!

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Shimpo VL-Lite
Shimpo VL-Lite

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$866.13 $1,025.00
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Shimpo VL-Lite

Shimpo VL-Lite

$866.13 $1,025.00

Buy a Shimpo VL Lite and get free stuff! Buy your wheel from Krueger Pottery Supply and get a FREE $20 gift certificate* as well as free UPS Ground shipping (continental United States only). *Gift certificate may not be used at time of wheel purchase. Designed with the potter in mind, the Shimpo VL Lite is a belt-driven lightweight wheel. “LIT...


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Shimpo VL Whisper
Shimpo VL Whisper

Shimpo Wheels

From $1,545.60 $1,840.00
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Serious injury or death could occur. Consult a physician before using.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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. 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} --\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy a Shimpo VL Whisper and get free stuff!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/30_gift_certificate.png?v=1552422760\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: left;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/30_gift_certificate.png?v=1552422760\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Free shipping\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/free_shipping_NO_BG.png?11505803817462694737\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; text-align: left; float: none;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/free_shipping_NO_BG.png?11505803817462694737\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; text-align: left; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy your wheel from Krueger Pottery Supply and get a FREE $30 gift certificate* as well as free ground shipping (continental United States only).\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e*Gift certificate may not be used at time of wheel purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo_Wheel_Comparison.png?v=1586968108\" width=\"1048\" height=\"456\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo_Wheel_Comparison.png?v=1586968108\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Shimpo VL Whisper 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 \u003cstrong\u003eEXTREMELY \u003c\/strong\u003equiet!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect drive system; DC brushless motor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 lbs centering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14″ light alloy casting wheel-head, drilled for bat-pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLegs can be removed for storage or tabletop use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtually quiet; no belts, no vibration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head Direction - Clockwise\/Counter-clockwise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head acts as a banding wheel when the pedal is at stop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePedal stops the wheel head immediately; no belt means no extra rotation when stopped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher torque; no belts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintains a specific set speed when stepping away to center, even with slow speeds with 100 lbs of clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 year warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMotor - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2 HP, 400W, AC 115V, 60 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeed Control - Remote foot pedal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head Speed - 0-250 rpm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions - 23 1\/8 x 27 1\/2 x 22 ¾”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight - 120 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Weight - 147 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e: This product may be harmful to a person who has a pacemaker. 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Shimpo VL Whisper

Shimpo VL Whisper

$1,545.60 $1,840.00

Buy a Shimpo VL Whisper and get free stuff! Buy your wheel from Krueger Pottery Supply and get a FREE $30 gift certificate* as well as free ground shipping (continental United States only). *Gift certificate may not be used at time of wheel purchase. The Shimpo VL Whisper pottery wheel uses an exceptional direct drive motor. The direct drive m...


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Shimpo Aspire

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Its lightweight, compact design makes it easily portable; and yet its 20-lb centering capacity makes it a permanent addition to any studio or classroom. The Shimpo Aspire is available with a hand lever control or foot pedal and includes a splash pan and two bats. 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We encourage the use of a bat between the surface of the aluminum wheel head, and the clay whenever possible.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/aspire_manual.pdf?v=1679603986\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Manual\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/shimpo_aspire_manual_cover.jpg?v=1614767047\" width=\"167\" height=\"216\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shimpo VL Lite Pottery Wheel Manual\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo-VL-Lite-Manual.pdf?v=1730562881\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/aspire_manual.pdf?v=1679603986\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Manual\"\u003eDownload the Shimpo Aspire Manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/shimpo-aspire-catalog.pdf?v=1730563860\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Catalog\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo-Aspire-Catalog.png?v=1730563762\" width=\"390\" height=\"261\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/shimpo-aspire-catalog.pdf?v=1730563860\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Catalog\"\u003eDownload a brochure about the Shimpo Aspire (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-03-22T10:11:34-05:00","created_at":"2018-03-22T10:11:35-05:00","vendor":"Nidec-Shimpo Corporation","type":"Shimpo Wheels","tags":["shimpo-delay","ships_free"],"price":56950,"price_min":56950,"price_max":64175,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":67000,"compare_at_price_min":67000,"compare_at_price_max":75500,"compare_at_price_varies":true,"variants":[{"id":7073182187583,"title":"Hand Lever","option1":"Hand Lever","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"ASPIRE-NOFP","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Shimpo Aspire - Hand Lever","public_title":"Hand Lever","options":["Hand Lever"],"price":56950,"weight":15890,"compare_at_price":67000,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]},{"id":7073182220351,"title":"Foot Pedal","option1":"Foot Pedal","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"ASPIRE-FP","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Shimpo Aspire - Foot Pedal","public_title":"Foot Pedal","options":["Foot Pedal"],"price":64175,"weight":17252,"compare_at_price":75500,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/kruegerpottery.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/nidec-shimpo-aspire_8457338f-fbb5-49a8-93d0-4e654e9bb119.png?v=1711579513"],"featured_image":"\/\/kruegerpottery.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/nidec-shimpo-aspire_8457338f-fbb5-49a8-93d0-4e654e9bb119.png?v=1711579513","options":["Do you want a foot pedal or a hand lever?"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":24226290761791,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"width":800,"src":"\/\/kruegerpottery.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/nidec-shimpo-aspire_8457338f-fbb5-49a8-93d0-4e654e9bb119.png?v=1711579513"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/kruegerpottery.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/nidec-shimpo-aspire_8457338f-fbb5-49a8-93d0-4e654e9bb119.png?v=1711579513","width":800}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!-- table.padded-table td { padding:5px; } --\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy a Shimpo Aspire and get free stuff!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/15_gift_certificate.png?v=1614777333\" width=\"197\" height=\"197\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Free shipping\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/free_shipping_NO_BG.png?11505803817462694737\" width=\"199\" height=\"199\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; text-align: left; float: none;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/free_shipping_NO_BG.png?11505803817462694737\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem; text-align: left; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy your wheel from Krueger Pottery Supply and get a FREE $15 gift certificate* as well as free UPS Ground shipping (continental United States only).\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e*Gift certificate may not be used at time of wheel purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo_Wheel_Comparison.png?v=1586968108\" width=\"1048\" height=\"456\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo_Wheel_Comparison.png?v=1586968108\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shimpo Aspire tabletop potter’s wheel can handle your most creative challenges. Its lightweight, compact design makes it easily portable; and yet its 20-lb centering capacity makes it a permanent addition to any studio or classroom. The Shimpo Aspire is available with a hand lever control or foot pedal and includes a splash pan and two bats. Your “Aspirations” are its only limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor 100W DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 lbs centering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7″ alloy wheel-head with bat pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne piece easy twist off splash pan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo bats included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLever version is handicap accessible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard wheel-head direction is counter clockwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeed Control - Lever Handle or Foot Pedal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentering - 20 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head Speed - 0-230 rpm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head Direction - Counter Clockwise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBats Dimension - 9 3\/4\" Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight - 25 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Weight - 31 lbs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/aspire_manual.pdf?v=1679603986\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Manual\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/shimpo_aspire_manual_cover.jpg?v=1614767047\" width=\"167\" height=\"216\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shimpo VL Lite Pottery Wheel Manual\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo-VL-Lite-Manual.pdf?v=1730562881\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/aspire_manual.pdf?v=1679603986\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Manual\"\u003eDownload the Shimpo Aspire Manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/shimpo-aspire-catalog.pdf?v=1730563860\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Catalog\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/Shimpo-Aspire-Catalog.png?v=1730563762\" width=\"390\" height=\"261\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/1931\/4239\/files\/shimpo-aspire-catalog.pdf?v=1730563860\" title=\"Shimpo Aspire Pottery Wheel Catalog\"\u003eDownload a brochure about the Shimpo Aspire (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Shimpo Aspire

Shimpo Aspire

$569.50 $670.00

Buy a Shimpo Aspire and get free stuff! Buy your wheel from Krueger Pottery Supply and get a FREE $15 gift certificate* as well as free UPS Ground shipping (continental United States only). *Gift certificate may not be used at time of wheel purchase. The Shimpo Aspire tabletop potter’s wheel can handle your most creative challenges. Its lightw...


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Shimpo RK Whisper
Shimpo RK Whisper

Shimpo Wheels

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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 \u003cstrong\u003eEXTREMELY \u003c\/strong\u003equiet!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect drive system; DC brushless motor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 lbs centering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e12″ light alloy casting wheel-head, drilled for bat-pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtually quiet; no belts, no vibration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttached foot pedal with speed lever\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head acts as a banding wheel when the pedal is at stop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePedal stops the wheel head immediately; no belt means no extra rotation when stopped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher torque; no belts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintains a specific set speed when stepping away to center, even with slow speeds with 100 lbs of clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 year warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMotor - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2 HP, 400W, AC 115V, 60 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeed Control -  Fixed foot pedal with hand lever\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head Speed - 0-250 rpm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheel-head Direction - Clockwise\/Counter-clockwise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions - 20 x 21 x 20\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight - 116 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Weight - 142 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e: This product may be harmful to a person who has a pacemaker. 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Shimpo RK Whisper

Shimpo RK Whisper

$1,344.00 $1,680.00

Buy a Shimpo RK Whisper and get free stuff! Buy your wheel from Krueger Pottery Supply and get a FREE $30 gift certificate* as well as free ground shipping (continental United States only). *Gift certificate may not be used at time of wheel purchase. The Shimpo RK Whisper pottery wheel uses an exceptional direct drive motor in a compact design...


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