Nidec-Shimpo: RK-55 Pottery Wheel

The entry-level Shimpo is belt-driven and lightweight. Perfect for beginners, teachers and pottery trade shows where portability is a consideration.

The RK-55 is an established design having been sold for many years. In common with the other wheels in the Shimpo range, it has the 2-piece splash pan, remote foot pedal and the wheel head will rotate clockwise and anticlockwise. The motor’s power is only 100w (1/8 hp), but maybe it’s all you need. It also comes with a 2-year warranty*.

Additional Shimpo RK-55 features:

• Centres up to 12 kilos.
• Automatic belt tensioning system.
• Unique brushes in the motor make this wheel extremely quiet.
• Built in breaker, protecting the motor from overload.

Why buy equipment from Hot Clay?

As well as the free delivery, we have an experienced team who will support you every step of the way, including free technical help if you need it. Call Hot Clay on 01934 863040 option 3, and we will find the best setup for you. If you find this wheel cheaper elsewhere, please contact us and we'll do our best to match it.

Connection: UK standard 13 amp plug cable, cable 1.8m (L).

Wheel Head Size: 300mm (12")

Power: 100W (1 /8hp)

Dimensions: 720mm x 560mm x 540mm (L x W x H)

Weight: 23kg

CE certified

Do not use extension cables with this product.

*The warranty covers replacement parts which fail without fault or misuse by the user. Failed parts must be returned to Hot Clay before replacements are sent. Nidec-Shimpo or Hot Clay will not pay shipping for the return of the failed part, but we will pay for the shipping of the replacement part.

This applies only to goods sold within the UK. For other countries, the warranty only covers parts and not shipping.

• If marked as 'in stock' above: This product is available for immediate dispatch. Please note Priority and Next Day deliveries are unavailable on this product.
• Otherwise if marked as 'available',  this product is a pre-order item and the team at Hot Clay will be in touch with the estimated lead time.
• We are pleased to offer free delivery to Mainland UK destinations*.
• This wheel will be delivered on a pallet along with other items on the order.
• If you would like this wheel delivered outside the UK please contact us before ordering.
• Delivery is kerbside only and does not include installation. Please consider you may need help to situate the wheel.
• When ordering the wheel, please state any access requirements at the delivery address in the special instructions.
• Upon dispatch of the wheel, our team will be in touch to book a delivery day that is convenient for you. Delivery is an all day service between 9 am and 5 pm on your nominated day unless requested otherwise. If you require a timed (AM/PM) or dedicated day (Saturday/Sunday) delivery this will incur a surcharge.
• If you are in a remote location or have restricted access and require specialist vehicle, please be aware that this may incur a surcharge.
• Custom delivery can be provided at an additional cost, although this can be very expensive. We may be able to help with advice and quotes using specialist logistical companies.