The SHIMPO RK-5T tabletop potter’s wheel can handle your most creative challenges. Its lightweight, compact design makes it easily portable; and yet its 10kg centering capacity makes it a permanent addition to any studio or classroom. Features a table top design and a quiet smooth motor, making it ideal for professional demonstrations or heavy classroom use. The rugged plastic body is built to last and stand up to transporting/school conditions.
Two models are available, offering a choice of speed control either by speed lever (RK-5T) or remote foot pedal (RK-5TF), both allowing flexible throwing positions.
FEATURES & BENEFITS:
- QUALITY DC 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 or SPEED LEVER Can be placed in most comfortable position
- ONE-PIECE SPLASHPAN Easy to clean
- TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Shimpo quality machine
RK-5T SPECIFICATIONS:
- MOTOR OUTPUT: 1/4 HP, 100W
- MOTOR INPUT: AC230/240V, 50Hz / 60Hz
- DRIVE SYSTEM: Belt Drive, automatic tensioning system
- SPEED CONTROL: Remote Foot Pedal or Speed Lever
- WHEELHEAD SPEED : 0 – 230rpm
- WHEELHEAD DIRECTION: Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise switch reversible
- CENTERING CAPACITY: 10kg (20 LBS.)
- WHEELHEAD: 178mm alloy with bat pins PLUS two plastic bats 250mm
- DIMENSION: 365x515x230mm (width length height)
- WEIGHT: 12Kg
