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  • mtee
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    Originally posted by ratbert121 View Post
    Very clean mod. I've never used a Robur but they seem like they need a bit of work to convert from doser to grind on demand (maybe why a lot of mazzers are converted to single dose).
    Side note, what are your thoughts on Roburs for home use (I'm assuming that's what your use is)?
    G’day ratbert. I’m definitely not the most knowledgeable on here, but there are plenty of comments on Roburs to be found elsewhere.

    I will say that I definitely noticed improvement in the cup compared to my Super Jolly, which was a step up from my K3 push. I also like the speed and simplicity. It does retain a few grinds, but I just purge a little before the first shot of a session and flick out the chute with a brush after grinding.

    While grinding, I just count in my head to suit which basket I’m using, then collapse the grinds and level off.

    It may not be the most accurate way, but I’m not interested in weighing before, during and after grinding. No offence to those who do, but I’d rather emulate a competent barista than a scientist.

    As for being a bit of work to modify, I enjoyed the process, but only after a little research. I found some good info on the required wiring changes on the UK forums.

    It seems that the current trend is smaller, single dose grinders with emphasis on low/no retention. I get that, but the Robur has 71mm conical burrs and will grind for a 20g basket in about 6 seconds. Also, it only owes me about $500 including new burrs and should last for years and years.

    Hope that helps a little,
    Mark

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  • ratbert121
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    Very clean mod. I've never used a Robur but they seem like they need a bit of work to convert from doser to grind on demand (maybe why a lot of mazzers are converted to single dose).
    Side note, what are your thoughts on Roburs for home use (I'm assuming that's what your use is)?

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  • mtee
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    Thanks Mal

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  • Dimal
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    Nice work 'mtee'...

    Mal.

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  • mtee
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    Robur Push

    So, I finally got around to finishing the batter funnel mod to my Robur and thought I’d share my interpretation of it.

    I fitted the funnel a year or two back and ran it with a “proof of concept” momentary switch to see how well it would work. I used the microswitch from the hopper and rigged up a plastic lever to press the portafiter against to operate it. ie. turn the side switch on and push.

    It all worked well, so I eventually found a suitable push switch, drilled a hole and fitted it. It’s neater and a little easier to use than the temporary one.

    With speed of the Robur, using the clunky, side mounted on/off switch isn’t a great option, especially for a quick purge.
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