Nidec-Shimpo RK-55 (VL Lite) Potters Wheel

Nidec-Shimpo RK-55 (VL Lite) Potters WheelThe newest member of Shimpo quality pottery wheels, the RK 55 is designed to be the small version of the very popular RK 3E. Developed as a highly portable wheel, its light weight making it easily transportable yet sturdy for easy throwing. It features a handy large table, a quiet smooth motor and remote foot pedal enhancing its comfortable throwing position. The rugged plastic body is built to last and stand up to transporting school conditions.

The newest member of Shimpo quality pottery wheels, the RK-55 is designed to be the small version of the very popular RK-3E. Developed as a highly portable wheel, its light weight making it easily transportable yet sturdy for easy throwing. It features a handy large table, a quiet smooth motor and remote foot pedal enhancing its comfortable throwing position. The rugged plastic body is built to last and stand up to transporting/school conditions.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• QUALITY MOTOR Smooth, quiet, powerful, no maintenance
• ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER precise speed control
• BROAD SPEED RANGE Allows optimum throwing speed for all applications
• REVERSIBILITY Can be used by left and right hand throwers
• BUILT-IN BREAKER Motor is protected from overload
• REMOTE FOOT PEDAL Can be placed in most comfortable position
• TWO-PIECE SPLASHPAN Easy to clean, leaves front of machine free as bench for water pot and tools
• TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Shimpo quality machine 

RK - 55 SPECIFICATIONS:

• MOTOR OUTPUT: 1/4 HP, 100W
• MOTOR INPUT: AC230/250V, 50Hz / 60Hz
• DRIVE SYSTEM: Belt Drive, automatic tensioning system
• SPEED CONTROL: Remote Foot Pedal fixed cord 1.8 Meters
• WHEELHEAD SPEED : 0 – 250rpm
• WHEELHEAD DIRECTION: Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise switch reversible
• CENTERING CAPACITY: 12kg (25 LBS.)
• WHEELHEAD: 30cm (12 inch) alloy casting. Standard wheelhead does not have bat pins. Spare wheelhead with pins available separately.
• DIMENSION: 560mmx720x 540 (width length height)
• WEIGHT: 23Kg