Top Bats Acrylic Pottery Bats.
 
These bats are used in pottery to support clay while it is being thrown on a pottery wheel. Here are the key features:
 
The interchangeable system works by securing the base to the wheelhead, each hexagonal bats sit inside the base and are easily removed for placement on the shelf. Set includes 1 x 380mm Base 4 x 310mm Hexagonal Bats 1 x Set of Bat Pins (extra 310mm hexagon bats can be purchased).
 
Material: thick acrylic
Pin holes: 250mm apart, compatible with both Venco and Shimpo pottery wheels
Durability: Made from heavy-duty acrylic, designed for repeated use
Easy to clean: Leatherhard clay easily comes off the bat
Alternative to wooden bats: Provides a more sanitary option than traditional wooden bats
Versatile: Can be used with pins or secured with a damp chamois if pins aren't available
100% Australian made
Positioning rings: Assist in centering work on the wheel
2 year warranty
 
This system was designed by an experienced potter who wanted a more efficient and clean alternative to the traditional wooden bat system, and it's praised for being long-lasting and resistant to water.
The bats are compatible with all Shimpo and Venco wheels, provided the pin holes were included during the wheel’s production.
If you plan to fit the bats onto pin holes that you drill yourself, please check the measurements carefully before making a purchase.