Shimpo Ceramics, a division of Nidec-Shimpo America Corporation, manufactures and distributes ceramic equipment worldwide to the satisfaction of artists, teachers, students and businesses of all cultures. For the past thirty years Shimpo has been committed to continuing global traditions in making ceramic products for use in the home, in architecture and as art.

Shimpo Aspire 1/3 HP	Shimpo VL Lite 1/2 HP	Shimpo VL Whisper 1/2 HP	Shimpo RK Whisper 1/2 HP

RK Whisper

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” wheelhead and two-piece splashpan are included as standard features.

+ Brushless DC Motor / Smooth, quiet, powerful, no maintenance
+ Electronic Controller / Maintains desired speed under all load conditions
+ Broad Speed Range / Allows optimum speed under all load conditions
+ Reversibility / Accommodates left and right hand users
+ Built-In Breaker / Motor is protected from overload
+ Fixed Foot Pedal w/ Hand Lever / Compact design saves space
+ Wheelhead Turns Freely at 0 RPM / Serves as a banding wheel
+ Two-Piece Splashpan w/ Built-In Table / Completes the package
+ Two-Year Warranty / Peace of mind
RK Flyer RK Manual

VL Whisper

The superior technology of Shimpo’s RK-Whisper potter’s wheel and the popular features of Shimpo’s Velocity V75 potter’s wheel have been combined to create the second model in Shimpo’s Whisper series potter’s wheels: the VL-Whisper.

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 . . It’s a “quiet” that must be heard to be believed!

+ Brushless DC Motor / Smooth, quiet, powerful, no maintenance
+ Electronic Controller / Maintains desired speed under all load conditions
+ Broad Speed Range / Allows optimum speed under all load conditions
+ Reversibility / Accommodates left and right hand users
+ Built-In Breaker / Motor is protected from overload
+ Remote Foot Pedal & Adjustable Height / Accommodate all throwing positions
+ Wheelhead Turns Freely at 0 RPM / Serves as a banding wheel
+ Two-Piece Splashpan / Completes the package
+ Two-Year Warranty / Peace of mind
VL Flyer VL Manual

VL Whisper-Lite

Designed with the potter in mind, the VL-Lite is a belt-driven lightweight wheel. “Lite” enough to carry yet sturdy enough to throw on. Featuring a remote pedal, two-piece splashpan, workspace, 100-watt reversible motor, an automatic belt-tensioning system and a “Lite” price.

+ Electronic Controller / Delivers smooth steady speed control at maximum torque
+ Broad Speed Range / Allows optimum speed under all load conditions
+ Reversibility / Accommodates left and right hand users
+ Built-In Breaker / Motor is protected from overload
+ Remote Foot Pedal / Accommodate all throwing positions
+ Two-Piece Splashpan / Completes the package
+ Two-Year Warranty / Peace of mind
VL-Lite Flyer VL Manual

Shimpo Aspire

Shimpo Aspire, a 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 Aspire includes a splashpan and two bats. Your “Aspirations” are its only limit.

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POTTERS WHEELS: SHIMPO