Shimpo RK Whisper 1/2 HP Pottery Wheel
Original price was: $1,953.15.$1,659.99Current price is: $1,659.99.
The RK-Whisper represents the next generation of potter’s wheels. Responsive, high torque at all speeds, powerful and quiet. Not just quiet, but QUIET! This wheel is by far the quietest on the market; you can actually throw and hear yourself think at the same time…
The exterior of the RK-Whisper resembles the RK-10, but that’s where the similarities end! This new wheel features a brushless DC motor and direct drive (no belt) system. The motor is electronically controlled and operated by a fixed foot pedal and hand lever. It’s reversible, and the steel body is durable under all conditions. A 12” wheel-head and two-piece splash pan are included as standard features.
Note: This product may be harmful to a person who has a pacemaker. Serious injury or death could occur. Consult a physician before using.
*This item is currently on back-order. Estimated to ship by 8/8/25.
Available on backorder
Details
- power: 1/2 HP
- capacity: 100 to 199 lbs
- pottery wheel type: Free Standing
Pottery Wheel Overview
The RK-Whisper represents the next generation of potter’s wheels. This wheel is by far the quietest on the market; you can actually throw and hear yourself think at the same time… The exterior of the RK-Whisper resembles the RK-10, but that’s where the similarities end! This new wheel features a brushless DC motor and direct drive (no belt) system. The motor is electronically controlled and operated by a fixed foot pedal and hand lever. It’s reversible, and the steel body is durable under all conditions. A 12” wheel-head and two-piece splash pan are included as standard features. 100lb centering capacity.
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Motor: 1/2 HP, 400 W, AC 115V, 60 Hz
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Drive Speed: Direct Drive DC Brushless Motor
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Speed Control: Remote Foot Pedal
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Wheelhead Speed: 0~250 rpm
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Wheelhead Direction: Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise
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Centering: 100 lbs.
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Wheelhead: 12 inch light alloy casting, drilled for bat pins
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Dimesion: 23 1/8 x 27 1/2 x 22 3/4″
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Shipping Weight: 135 lbs.
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Brushless DC Motor / Smooth, quiet, powerful, no maintenance
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Electronic Controller / Maintains desired speed under all load conditions
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Broad Speed Range / Allows optimum speed under all load conditions
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Reversibility / Accommodates left and right hand users
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Built-In Breaker / Motor is protected from overload
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Wheelhead Turns Freely at 0 RPM / Serves as a banding wheel
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Two Piece Splashpan / Completes the package
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5 Year Warranty
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Note:This product may be harmful to a person who has a pacemaker. Serious injury or death could occur. Consult a physician before using.
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