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What
is
Discus
See
Discus in use
In short, Discus is the most
powerful, compact and portable potters wheel
in the world.
The Discus is designed around the very latest
technology, an extremely powerful flat 'pancake'
motor, only one-third the height of a
conventional electric motor and delivering full
torque at all speeds. Including motor and drive
assembly the wheel unit measures only 150mm
high!
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| A solid-state controller and the constant
torque motor provide the means for Discus potters
wheels to throw higher loads of clay than the
horsepower or size suggests. |
| During tests, the Discus range of pottery
wheels proved capable of production runs of mugs,
tea/coffee pot, bowls, vases and other pottery
items in commercial quantities. |
| Large items of work up to 38kgs (85lbs)
were produced by Paul Marshall, senior staff
member at the University of Derby Art Department. |
| The Discus is suitable for throwing
oversize bowls using larger plywood bats. These
fit by unscrewing two grub screws on the wheel
head which serve as dowels to position and hold
the bat in position. The only limit on the size of
the pot is the purely practical issue of physical
size. |
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The Versatile Discus
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| The motor can be reversed at the flick of
a switch - a feature greatly appreciated by
left-handed potters. |
| The unit is totally independent and will
sit securely without fixing on any work surface |
| When not in use, the units can be stacked
one on another, freeing valuable space in a craft
studio or classroom for other artwork and
projects. |
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Discus is designed to be maintenance
free. Full instructions are supplied with each
unit.
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| Engineered
for Durability |
| The main housing is moulded in ABS
plastic with inserts for strength and rigidity. |
| A special low voltage plug/socket
arrangement for the motor eliminates the risk of
incorrect connections. |
| The wheel-head enclosure is a one-piece
spun aluminium component. This protects the
bearings, drive belt and electric motor. It also
protects the users hands from being trapped
between the enclosure and the rotating wheel-head. |
| The foot pedal is made from high impact
plastic with a metal base. The pedal is fitted
with 2.5 meters of cable. The unit contains a low
voltage potentiometer that provides the main speed
control unit with a speed signal. |
| There is no spring return in the pedal
(except where supplied to schools or colleges for
student or disabled use). The user can set a speed
and then remove his or her foot. |
| 10:1 reducer gears are manufactured from
'R7', an advanced Polyphenilin Sulphide polymer.
This provides a quiet drive train. |
| The supple belt with fabric faced rubber
teeth, together with the gears reduces drive
noise. Dimension match between the gear and teeth
allows virtually friction free drives with an
efficiency of approx 98% |
| The main bearing is an industry standard
sealed for life double race ball bearing. The
axial load rating is 5 tons |
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DISCUS
CRAFTSMAN
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The original award
winning design with a high impact
one piece bowl and non slip feet.
Designed to stand just 6” (150mm)
above the table top and fitted
with an advanced electric pancake
motor. Electronically controlled
to deliver constant full torque at
all speeds. Single
forward-stop-reverse control.
Remote electronic foot control
with long lead and non-slip base.
A cast aluminium wheel head
incorporates centering rings and
is fitted with the Discus bat
retaining system complete with two
280mm bats and the new ceramic bat
system (this does not include the
retainer or bats). Throws 35lbs
clay. Range 0 to 300 rpm. Fully
guaranteed for five years (all
parts including drive belts)
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Price £648
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DISCUS STUDENT
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Our
best selling model, based on the
original award winning Discus and
now with a new flat 1/4 hp advanced
sealed electric motor. Cast 10”
(250mm) aluminium wheel head with
centring rings, fitted with the
Discus bat retaining system. Remote
electronic foot control with
non-slip base - fitted with
automatic stop spring return for
student/school use. Throws 25lbs
clay. Range 0 to 250 rpm Supplied
fully guaranteed for five years (all
parts including drive belts)
See
this wheel in action:
Student
on Youtube
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Price £599
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DISCUS
PROFESSIONAL
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The MKIV
is a new floor standing version
with a heavy duty advanced 1hp fan
cooled industrial electric motor
incorporating the latest
programmable electronic
technology. Side mounted controls
with remote electronically
operated foot pedal speed
controller with flexible lead.
Cast aluminium wheel head with
centring rings. Rear access door
for storage. Includes the Discus
bat retaining system and two 280mm
bats supplied as standard.
Fitted
with forward stop reverse control.
Centres over 100lbs of clay with
ease. Range
0 -
300rpm Full 5 year warranty
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Price
1/2hp £695 1hp £775
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DISCUS STUDIO
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A
new full size floor standing wheel
from Discus which comes built into a
large worktable with individually
adjustable powder coated steel legs.
Available
with an option of 1 hp or 1/2 hp fan
cooled electric motors, remote foot
pedal and built in drain.
Centres
100lbs of clay; comes complete with
2 300 mm bats.
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Price
1hp £845
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DISCUS
COMPACT
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A
versatile model designed for use
with a two part detachable bowl. The
wheel can be supplied with a hand
controller or remote electronic foot
pedal. A range of motors are
available to suit the weight of clay
being centred. All feature a 10”
cast aluminium wheel head fitted
with the Discus bat retaining system
which can accommodate bats up to
750mm without the bowl. With
non-slip base, carrying handle and
1/4 hp motor. Ideal for easy
transportation and throwing wide
plates or use as a
turntable/trimming station or
polishing machine.
See
this wheel in action:Compact
on Youtube
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Price from £498
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Accessories
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Discus
Fold Flat Wheel Stand
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New
Fold Flat Stand, built to the same
high standards as the wheel, fully
portable, easy to assemble, stores
flat when not in use yet provides
the ideal base for your Discus
Potters Wheel. Suitable for all
Discus Wheels from the basic Junior
to the most powerful Craftsman. Made
from top grade WBP Plywood the stand
is designed to give total stability
to the wheel whatever the speed or
load. The ergonomic design provides
a comfortable position even for long
sessions at the wheel. £49.95
A
detachable shelf for tools and
containers fits onto any Discus
model for just £7.00
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Discus Plastic Bats
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11”
£5.00 . each 6 for £27.00 12” £5.50.
each 6 for £30.00 Pre drilled for
use with the Discus bat retainer
system.
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Ceramic
Bat retainer
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Consists
of an 11” bat with a 6” circular
cut-out to take a circular ceramic
tile. Fits all new and existing
drilled and tapped aluminium wheel
heads. Base Retainer £15.00 + £10.00
for 4 ceramic bats.
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Special Hand Controllers
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Special hand controllers available from
£99.00
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All
prices are inclusive of VAT in the
UK . Carriage extra. Due to our
policy of continuous development
specifications may vary. E&OE
All wheels are hand built to order.
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Try Discus
you
can try a Discus wheel by phoning the
pottery 01270 884080 and arranging a
visit.
Discus Open Days will be held at The Potters
Barn for you to try the wheels and to
talk to the inventor & maker of
this original and revolutionary
development in thrown pottery. A
Raku course will be running on the
same day adding extra interest to your
visit. |
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