Shimpo VL Lite Pottery Wheel

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

• Electronic Controller delivers smooth steady speed control at maximum torque

  1. 25 lbs centering

  2. 12″ wheel-head

  3. Broad Speed Range allows optimum speed under all load conditions

  4. Built-in Breaker protects Motor from overload

  5. Portable

  6. Smooth and steady foot pedal control

  7. Automatic belt tensioning system

  8. Unique brushes in the motor make this wheel extremely quiet

  9. 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.***

ReversibilityAccommodates left and right hand usersCentering25 lbsWheel-head Speed0 – 250 rpm

Remote Foot PedalAccommodate all throwing positions

Wheel Dimensions22" x 28" x 21"

Weight51 lbsS

hip Weight85 lbs