AMACO Brent Model B Potter's Wheel, 110V
Features
- 1/2 HP permanent-magnet DC motor (5 amp) handles up to 150 lbs of clay continuously, with steady speed under changing loads
- Reversible: forward/reverse toggle with a neutral safety position, and full torque in both directions
- Cast aluminum foot pedal on a 4 ft cord for smooth speed control from 0 to 240 RPM
- 14 in cast aluminum wheel head with centering rings and two bat pins; splash pan and a 14 in Plasti-Bat included
- All-steel construction, solid table, powder-coated legs and an automatically tensioned poly-V drive belt
- 10-year AMACO warranty from the date of purchase; register within six months to qualify
Getting started
- 1
Snap the included splash pan in under the wheel's top bearing housing; no bolts, pins or screws are needed.
- 2
Turn the wheel on with the on/off toggle; the indicator light on the control box shows it is on.
- 3
Pick a direction with the forward/reverse toggle, passing through the neutral position when you change direction.
- 4
Press the foot pedal to set your speed, anywhere from 0 to 240 RPM.
- 5
Use the rings on the wheel head to center your clay, or seat a bat on the two bat pins and throw on that.
- 6
Register the wheel with AMACO within six months of purchase, and keep your receipt and the serial number for warranty service.
Specifications
| Brand | AMACO |
|---|---|
| Model | 22604E |
| Motor | 1/2 HP DC (5 amp) |
| Centering capacity | 150 lbs of clay |
| Voltage | 110V |
| Wheel head | 14 in cast aluminum |
| Speed | 0-240 RPM |
| Ships from | Old Potters · Middletown, NY |
| Delivery | Ships free by LTL freight truck from Old Potters, within the contiguous US. The carrier calls ahead to book a delivery time; inspect the wheel and note any damage on the delivery receipt before you sign. |
Overview
The AMACO Brent Model B is a sturdy electric potter's wheel made for school and studio potters. Its permanent-magnet 1/2 HP DC motor holds speed steady as the load changes and handles up to 150 pounds of clay continuously. A cast aluminum foot pedal gives smooth control from 0 to 240 RPM, and the Brent Classic controller has easy-to-find on/off and forward/reverse toggles, a neutral stop between directions, quiet electronic noise filtering and an indicator light you can read from your stool. The all-steel frame, solid table and powder-coated legs are built for years of use. The 14 inch cast aluminum wheel head is ringed for centering and fitted with two bat pins, and a splash pan and a 14 inch Plasti-Bat come in the box. Backed by AMACO's 10-year warranty.