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Baratza Sette 270Wi Foil the mess with a tray catcher
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Yeah I have pondered that... but still the idea of water on the beans doesn't sit well hehe. Especially if some is still left on the rest when I bag them up. Never understood that part of RDT... unless only the bottom beans in the hopper (the ones that will get used instantly) are the only ones sprayed..
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You could always consider wiping down the interior of the grounds path with an anti-static cleaner such as those used for cleaning spectacles. They contain an agent called a “quaternary ammonium compound", or QUAT/QAC which just happens to be both a food friendly disinfectant and a decent anti-static substance as well...
Mal.
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Ahh that's an idea, never would have thought of that! I wonder if it would inadvertently affect flavour at all, but I'll definitely look into that. It truly is only with specific beans, or perhaps weather is a factor too? But some are crazy staticky and other are pretty much zilch, talk about extremes!Originally posted by Dimal View PostYou could always consider wiping down the interior of the grounds path with an anti-static cleaner such as those used for cleaning spectacles. They contain an agent called a “quaternary ammonium compound", or QUAT/QAC which just happens to be both a food friendly disinfectant and a decent anti-static substance as well...
Mal.
Thanks Mal!
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I find RDT works for single dosing of difficult beans. I weigh 20g of roasted into a cup and gently apply steam at about 10-15cm from the tip for about 3secs, shake to mix and repeat. Pour into the throat of the single dose grinder and hit go. I would never consider loading a hopper with wet beans - that sounds a bit crazy. I only have to use RDT when I struggle to get a good pour usually due to channeling - usually during the hotter months of Summer.
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WHAT?!Originally posted by Dimal View PostYou could always consider wiping down the interior of the grounds path with an anti-static cleaner such as those used for cleaning spectacles. They contain an agent called a “quaternary ammonium compound", or QUAT/QAC which just happens to be both a food friendly disinfectant and a decent anti-static substance as well...
Mal.
Didnt know quats were anti static; i have a 5L concentrate bottle and i only ever use it to clean up after food prep...
Looks like i found a new use for them.....
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Excuse the OCD input.
How about trying a few button magnets on the underside of the funnel to hold it in place? They can be had down to 1mm diameter and could be superglued in place, or there are some available with double sided adhesive backing. Effectiveness would depend on the stainless steel quality on the funnel or basket. The purer stainless steels have minimal magnetic qualities.
Again, apologies for OCD view, but string and paper clips on an otherwise nicely designed grinder grate on this eye.
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Hehe yep magnets were one of the first things I tried, they didn't stick to the funnel nor the portafilter strangely! I don't mind the looks of it, but yeah cheers for the suggestion. These are strong little magnets I have, thought they would stick a little at least!Originally posted by Otago View PostExcuse the OCD input.
How about trying a few button magnets on the underside of the funnel to hold it in place? They can be had down to 1mm diameter and could be superglued in place, or there are some available with double sided adhesive backing. Effectiveness would depend on the stainless steel quality on the funnel or basket. The purer stainless steels have minimal magnetic qualities.
Again, apologies for OCD view, but string and paper clips on an otherwise nicely designed grinder grate on this eye.
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The portafilter is likely brass and the funnel is likely an austenitic grade of stainless, both of them have about the same magnetic permeability as air so they don't concentrate the field of the magnet, ergo it won't stick.Originally posted by simonsk8r View PostThese are strong little magnets I have, thought they would stick a little at least!
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Ahh I see, that's why.. thanks for thatOriginally posted by Lyrebird View PostThe portafilter is likely brass and the funnel is likely an austenitic grade of stainless, both of them have about the same magnetic permeability as air so they don't concentrate the field of the magnet, ergo it won't stick.
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Yep, positioning the portafilter/funnel further in so it's not only the little downward 'nub' holding it in place, but the whole 'C' fork works so much better!
Really really clean with no mess (like, 3 specks of grounds). Also means a beautifully central dose. Photos of what I mean:
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I've just ordered one of these grinders should show up tomorrow I really like the concept of the scales and dosing I'm thinking it will bring a new level of consistency to my Espresso.
One thing I do have in my garage is a 3D Printer if you think that the device up above would be useful to you I'm happy to print them out for you guys. I've already downloaded the files from Thingiverse from the post made by
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ok so the thing I printed sits ok but the weights all screwed up im guessing that thingo at the back that holds on is part of the weighing system and has to make contact with back of the pf?
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heres a few ok ones
Rocket
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3242630
Lelit
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3175150/files
Single doser hopper replacement
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3686357
An my collection of coffee related things that work ok
https://www.thingiverse.com/Gremlin/collections/coffee
hope they help out!
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