Kimihiko Yano EPS-J Twelve Tyre Processor

Japanese 1:12 brand specialists Kimihiko Yano has introduced this foam tyre processing machine that is designed specifically for 1:12 tyres. From the planning stage of the product, they interviewed people who have just started using the Twelve, as well as mid-level and expert drivers.  Asking them what kind of tire cutter they actually wanted, they continued developing the product in the hope that the introduction of this product will lower the barrier to entry and increase the number of people who will try the twelve.  Ideas obtained at the planning stage included making it as compact as possible and minimising the number of parts and emphasise maintainability.  Feedback also indicated no need for automatic feed function for the tool and no need for reverse function for the motor.  Users also wanted it compatible with hollowing out tires (popping out).  A hub that allows you to work with the wheel upside down is required to improve the hollowing out (popping out) accuracy.  And after testing two prototypes, the EPS-J Twelve Tire Processor was completed.

Main Features
Black-based colour design
Smooth and rattle-free linear guide for the bit feeder
One-piece aluminum base to improve tire finishing accuracy
Parts fixed to the base are concavely molded to be accurately mounted in the appropriate position
Space-saving and low center of gravity achieved by not supporting large tires (up to 87mm diameter)
DC motor with low operating noise (DC12V recommended)
Motor shaft diameter is 8mm for versatile
Simple switch (forward rotation only) with emphasis on maintenance
Newly designed tungsten bit for punching out sponge tires
Bit shape designed with 1 degree angle for beautiful punching out
Newly designed hub included (shorter screw) that allows YM wheels to be mounted on either side
Optional tungsten drum-shaped file unit can be installed

Product includes
EPS-J cutter body (motor already installed)
Tungsten bit
Block for fixing the bit (1 degree)
Hub that allows YM wheels to be installed both sides

Product specifications
Size: 275 (W) x 140 (L) x 95 (H) mm
Maximum tire diameter that can be installed: 87 mm

Spare and optional parts sold separately
Spare bit (made of tungsten)
Spare wheel hub (made of aluminium)
Tungsten drum-shaped file for cutting tires (optional)
Block for fixing the tungsten file (optional)

Source: Kimihiko-Yano.net [kimihiko-yano.net]