🌀 Peter Pugger VPM-7 Power Wedger – Compact, Powerful, and Efficient
The Peter Pugger VPM-7 is the ultimate solution for small studios and solo potters seeking professional-grade clay mixing and deairing in a compact footprint. Designed with precision and built for durability, this pugmill combines advanced technology with user-friendly features to streamline your ceramic workflow.
🔧 Key Specifications:
- Mixing Capacity: Up to 14 lbs (6.35 kg) of moist clay per batch
- Motor: ½ HP motor for powerful mixing and extrusion
- Vacuum Pump: ⅓ HP double-headed rocking piston diaphragm pump – quiet, maintenance-free
- Construction Materials:
- Stainless Steel: Shaft, augers, and paddles for corrosion resistance
- Aluminum Alloy: 356A-grade mixing/pugging chamber
- Hopper Size: Oversized door for easy loading
- Output: 3″ diameter deaired clay logs
- Electrical: Standard 110V (220V available for international use)
🌟 Features & Benefits:
- All-in-One Mixing & Deairing: No need to run clay through multiple machines—mix, deair, and extrude in one seamless process.
- Batch Mixing Capability: Adjust moisture content before pugging for perfect consistency.
- Vacuum-Sealed Chamber: Keeps clay moist indefinitely—ideal for intermittent use.
- Safety First: Automatic shut-off when the lid is opened; optional keyed lockout for schools.
- Easy Cleaning: Removable mixing chamber and accessible paddles simplify maintenance.
- Intelligent Mixing: Variable speed control adapts to clay hardness for optimal performance.
Whether you’re reclaiming greenware, blending new clay, or preparing for wheel throwing, the VPM-7 delivers unmatched performance in a space-saving design.