{"product_id":"speedball-big-boss-pottery-wheel","title":"Speedball Big Boss Pottery Wheel","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.d{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;color:#111;line-height:1.6;width:100%;max-width:100%;display:block!important}\n.d *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.d-intro{padding-bottom:36px;margin-bottom:44px;border-bottom:2px solid #111;display:block}\n.d-kicker{font-size:0.72em;letter-spacing:0.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#FF8C42;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:12px;display:block}\n.d-title{font-size:1.9em;font-weight:700;color:#000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:12px;display:block}\n.d-meta{font-size:0.88em;color:#888;display:block;margin-bottom:20px}\n.d-meta b{color:#bbb;margin:0 7px;font-weight:400}\n.d-lead{font-size:0.97em;color:#444;line-height:1.9;display:block}\n.d-glance{display:grid!important;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);border:1px solid #e0e0e0;margin-bottom:64px}\n.d-gi{padding:16px 18px;border-right:1px solid 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1fr}.d-gi:nth-child(2){border-right:none}.d-gi:nth-child(-n+2){border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0}.d-cell,.d-uf li{border-right:none!important}.d-sr{grid-template-columns:1fr}.d-sk{border-right:none;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;padding-bottom:4px}.d-cta{flex-direction:column;align-items:flex-start}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-kicker\"\u003eSpeedball · Pottery Wheel · Electric\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-title\"\u003eSpeedball Big Boss Pottery Wheel\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-meta\"\u003eBig Boss \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 120 Volt \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 14\" Wheel Head \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 175 lb Centering Capacity \u003cb\u003e·\u003c\/b\u003e 0-240 RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-lead\"\u003eThe Big Boss delivers professional-grade throwing performance with a powerful motor that handles up to 175 pounds of centered clay. Built for serious production potters and educational studios, this 120-volt wheel offers variable speed control from 0 to 240 RPM through a responsive foot pedal. The 14-inch aluminum wheel head and reversible rotation make it suitable for right- and left-handed throwers working on large-scale projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-glance\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eCentering capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e175 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eWheel head diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e14\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003eSpeed range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e0-240 RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-gi\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-gl\"\u003ePower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-gv\"\u003e120V standard outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-grid2\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003e14\" aluminum wheel head\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eReversible rotation for right- and left-handed throwers\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eVariable speed foot pedal\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eResponsive control from 0 to 240 RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eSplash pan\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eRemovable 16\" diameter pan for easy cleanup\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eBat pins\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eStandard configuration for removable bats\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eBig Boss\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eWheel head diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e14 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eCentering capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e175 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eSpeed range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e0-240 RPM variable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eRotation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eReversible (clockwise and counterclockwise)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eSplash pan diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e16 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003e120V AC, 60 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003ePower requirement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eStandard household outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-sr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"d-sk\"\u003eBat pin configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"d-sv\"\u003eStandard universal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"d-warranty\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-year limited warranty from Speedball. Valid only through authorized dealers like Peach State Pottery.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eOptional accessories\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-grid2\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eBat system\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003e14\" plastic, Masonite, or plaster bats for the Big Boss wheel head\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eTrimming tools\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eWire tools, ribs, and loop tools for finishing thrown work\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eSplash pan liner\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eDisposable liners for faster cleanup between sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eSponges and chamois\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eNatural and synthetic sponges for throwing and smoothing\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eNeedle tools\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eFor trimming, scoring, and measuring wall thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cn\"\u003eWire clay cutter\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"d-cd\"\u003eFor cutting clay from the wheel head and slicing blocks\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-sh\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat size pottery wheel do I need for my work?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe Big Boss with its 175 lb centering capacity and 14\" wheel head is designed for professional potters, production studios, and educational environments where large forms and heavy clay loads are common. If you're throwing bowls, platters, or vessels larger than 12 inches, or working with more than 25 pounds of clay at a time, the Big Boss provides the power and stability you need. Hobbyists and beginners working on smaller pieces (under 15 lb) may find a smaller, more compact wheel sufficient.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eDoes the Big Boss have enough power for serious throwing?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eYes. The Big Boss motor is built to handle 175 pounds of centered clay, which exceeds the needs of most professional production work. The 0-240 RPM variable speed range provides both the slow control needed for large forms and the faster speeds useful for trimming and smaller work. The reversible rotation allows left-handed throwers to work comfortably, and the responsive foot pedal gives precise speed control during all stages of throwing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eCan I plug this into a regular outlet?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eYes. The Big Boss operates on standard 120-volt household current and plugs into any regular outlet. No special wiring or electrician is required, making it ideal for home studios, classrooms, and spaces where 240-volt power is not available or practical to install.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the Big Boss and smaller Speedball wheels?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eThe Big Boss offers significantly more centering capacity (175 lb vs. 100 lb or less on smaller models) and a larger 14\" wheel head compared to 10-12\" heads on compact wheels. This makes it suitable for large-scale production work, teaching multiple students, and throwing oversized forms. If you're primarily making mugs, small bowls, and decorative pieces under 10 pounds, a smaller Speedball wheel may meet your needs at a lower price point.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"d-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-q\"\u003eWhy should I buy from an authorized Speedball dealer?\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"d-a\"\u003eSpeedball's one-year warranty is valid only when purchased through authorized dealers like Peach State Pottery. Buying from unauthorized sellers or secondhand sources voids your warranty coverage. As an authorized dealer, we provide factory-backed support, proper shipping and handling, and expert guidance on setup and use. We're also available to answer technical questions and help troubleshoot any issues that arise.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-cta\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-title\"\u003eNot sure if the Big Boss is the right wheel for your studio?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"d-cta-sub\"\u003eOur team can help you compare centering capacity, wheel head sizes, and power requirements to match your throwing style and production needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/pages\/contact-us\" class=\"d-cta-link\"\u003eTalk to an expert →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Speedball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48465183604891,"sku":"Big Boss","price":2041.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/7160\/9243\/files\/SpeedballBigBossPotteryWheel_638x638_c0db5230-09af-413d-8a8f-96bf3d291c46.webp?v=1777445110","url":"https:\/\/peachstatepottery.com\/products\/speedball-big-boss-pottery-wheel","provider":"Peach State Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}