{"product_id":"optikinetics-6-variable-speed-active-gate-wheel-rotator","title":"OPTIKinetics 6″ Variable Speed Active Gate Wheel Rotator","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInsert, Adjust \u0026amp; Control with the OPTIKinetics 6″ Variable Speed Active Gate Wheel Rotator – Adjustable from 25 Seconds to 4 Minutes Per Rotation – Essential for Liquid Wheels \u0026amp; Advanced Projection Effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe speed of a liquid wheel matters more than most people expect. A fraction too fast and the oils blur into undifferentiated colour; too slow and the effect stalls before it develops. The OPTIKinetics 6-inch Variable Speed Active Gate Wheel Rotator is the rotator that gives you that control - a speed dial that spans from 25 seconds per rotation at its fastest down to a full 4 minutes per rotation at its slowest, plus a direction toggle that reverses the rotation with a switch. Available at The Sensory Supply across North America, it is the recommended choice for liquid wheel users and anyone who wants fine control over their sensory projection environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLike the 1\/2 RPM fixed-speed rotator, it slides directly into any Active Gate Solar LED projector without cables and accepts all OPTIKinetics 6-inch magnetic effect wheels. The difference is the range. Where the fixed-speed model holds one steady pace, this rotator lets each wheel find its own best speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Features of the OPTIKinetics 6\" Variable Speed Active Gate Wheel Rotator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eActive Gate Fitment - No Cables Required\u003c\/em\u003e - Slides directly into any new OPTIKinetics Solar LED projector using the built-in Active Gate electrical contacts; no connection cables needed on current-generation Solar 100 LED and Solar 250 LED projectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVariable Speed - 25 Seconds to 4 Minutes Per Rotation\u003c\/em\u003e - A rotary dial sets the rotation speed across a wide range from 25 seconds per full rotation at the fastest end to 4 minutes per rotation at the slowest, giving precise control over the pace and visual quality of any 6-inch effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVariable Direction Control\u003c\/em\u003e - A toggle switch controls the direction of rotation - clockwise or anticlockwise - allowing the same wheel to produce different visual results depending on which direction the oils or imagery moves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEssential for Liquid Wheels\u003c\/em\u003e - Small adjustments to rotation speed make a significant difference to the projected oil effect; each liquid wheel has its own ideal speed and without variable control the full potential of the wheel may not be achieved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMagnetic Wheel Adaptor Fitted as Standard\u003c\/em\u003e - Compatible with all current OPTIKinetics 6-inch magnetic effect wheels straight out of the box; the magnetic adaptor holds the wheel securely without spindle connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCompatible with Older Bossed Wheels via Included Allen Key\u003c\/em\u003e - For older-style bossed wheels, the magnetic adaptor can be removed using the included allen key, making this rotator backwards-compatible with the previous generation of OPTIKinetics 6-inch wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eUsed with Distortion Wheels for Advanced Effects\u003c\/em\u003e - The variable speed capability makes this rotator well-suited for use with distortion wheels placed in front of a main effect wheel, creating layered visual effects including simulated water reflection, flickering sunlight through trees, and undulating movement across projected imagery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCompatible with Older Solar Projectors via Connection Cable\u003c\/em\u003e - For older-style Solar projectors with 12V side outlets, the rotator can be used with an optional adapter connection cable (sold separately and not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eNot Compatible with the OPTI Aura Projector\u003c\/em\u003e - The Aura projector has its own built-in rotator; external rotators of any type cannot be fitted to the Aura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/em\u003e - Manufactured to OPTIKinetics' quality standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eManufacturer Warranty\u003c\/em\u003e - Covered by a 1-year manufacturer warranty; an extended 3-year warranty is available upon product registration on the OPTIKinetics website\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCompatibility at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCompatible with: OPTIKinetics Solar 100 LED, Solar 250 LED (Active Gate models, no cable needed); older Solar projectors with 12V side outlets (connection cable required, sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWorks with: all OPTIKinetics 6-inch magnetic effect wheels (\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"OPTIKinetics 6' Liquid Effect Wheel\" href=\"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/collections\/optikinetics-accessories\/products\/optikinetics-liquid-effect-wheel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(76, 157, 169);\"\u003eLiquid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"OPTIKinetics 6' Picture Effect Wheel\" href=\"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/collections\/optikinetics-accessories\/products\/optikinetics-6-picture-effect-wheel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(76, 157, 169);\"\u003ePicture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and effect wheels); older bossed wheels with adaptor removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNot compatible with: OPTI Aura projector; 50mm cassette effects; 50mm Cassette Rotator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOccupational therapists and sensory room designers who use liquid wheels and need speed control for optimal effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSchools, clinics, and care facilities building a complete OPTIKinetics 6-inch wheel projection system and wanting the recommended rotator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eExisting OPTIKinetics users upgrading from the fixed-speed 1\/2 RPM rotator to gain speed and direction control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAdvanced users creating layered projection effects using distortion wheels and variable speed in combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAnyone across North America adding fine-tuned 6-inch wheel effects to a Solar \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/products\/opti-solar-100-led-with-85mm-lens\" title=\"OPTI Solar 100 LED with 85mm Lens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(76, 157, 169);\"\u003e100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e LED or Solar \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/a152e6e6bx3zuvri-69058855162.shopifypreview.com\/products_preview?preview_key=57f630949a4c67b6e29e5997177d5e36\" title=\"OPTI Solar 250 LED with 85mm Lens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(76, 157, 169);\"\u003e250\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e LED projection setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"OPTIKinetics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46118232260858,"sku":"FGM6378AG","price":109.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/optikinetics-variable-speed-rotator-close-up-1.jpg?v=1779733696","url":"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/en-us\/products\/optikinetics-6-variable-speed-active-gate-wheel-rotator","provider":"The Sensory Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}