Discus Potters Wheels

Powerful and Compact
	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 unit measures only 150mm high!
A solid-state controller and the constant torque motor provide the means for the Discus to throw higher loads of clay than its horsepower or size suggests.
During tests, the Discus proved capable of production runs of mugs, tea/coffee pot, bowls and vases in commercial quantities.
Large items of work up to 38kgs (85lbs) were produced by the University of Derby Art Department.
	The Discus is suitable for throwing oversize bowls using larger pywood bats. These fit by unscrewing two grub screws on the wheel head which serve as dowls 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.

The Versatile Discus
The Craftsman, Studio and Professional motors can be reversed at the flick of a switch - a feature greatly appreciated by left-handed potters.
The unit is totally independant 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.
Discus is designed to be maintenance free. Full instructions are supplied with each unit.

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. The pedal is fitted with 1.5 meters of cable. The unit contains a low voltage potentiometer that provides the main speed control unit with a speed signal.
There is a spring return in the pedal (essential where supplied to schools or colleges for student or disabled use). If removed the user can set a speed and then remove his or her foot.
10:1 reducer gears are manafactured from 'R7', an advanced Polyphenilin Sulphide polymer. This provides a quiet drive train.
	The cam 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.