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NIDEC-SHIMPO’s Banding Wheels are used for decorating, sculpting, carving and hand building. The DOUBLE BEARING design is like no other banding wheel; designed to provide reliably smooth and even rotation for the most delicate applications. It’s no wonder they are the banding wheel of choice for studio artists, production potters and classrooms alike. We offer a selection of five different models with various wheel-head diameters and heights.

SHIMPO ASPIRE 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 SHIMPO ASPIRE is available with a hand lever control or foot pedal and includes a splash pan and two bats. Your “Aspirations” are its only limit. Features Motor 100W DC 20 lbs centering 7″ alloy wheel-head with bat pins Portable One piece easy twist off splash...

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 25 lbs centering 12″ wheel-head Broad Speed Range allows optimum speed under all load conditions Built-in Breaker protects...

Shimpo VL-Whisper Pottery Wheel The Shimpo VL-Whisper is a premium pottery wheel designed for potters who want powerful, precise throwing performance without the noise associated with traditional belt-driven wheels. Its direct-drive DC brushless motor eliminates belts and delivers exceptionally quiet operation while maintaining smooth speed and torque under changing loads. With a 100 lb centering capacity and a 14-inch wheel head, the VL-Whisper is an excellent choice for serious home studios,...

7.5″ Plaster Plate Hump Mold7.5″ Plaster Bowl Hump Mold Mold Hump Adapter Bat (Fits any SHIMPO Wheel)