Df64v

[mstrelan]

Can you be more specific about the specifications?

[Casa Espresso]

Evening all,

We have just taken on the Coffee Tech DF range.

We will also have stock of the DF64V in about two weeks.

All the Australian distributed DF grinders have a few spec differences from overseas models, including an Australian plug tompoland

https://www.casaespresso.com.au/grin...st_order=price

Cheers

Antony
www.casaespresso.com.au

[tompoland]

I would use the HU for espresso only. Juicy, bright, intense flavor - for me they really shine with lighter roasts.

I had a latte today with the DLC burrs and the flavor punched through the oat milk beautifully.

Horses for courses. Just my taste buds though.

[tompoland]

I find the SSP Cast to be a bit like an omni burr. Not too shabby at both espresso and filter. So if you like both types of coffee using the one grinder then you may be quite happy with them.

[tompoland]

Burrs vary in thickness. The standard DF DLC burrs are 17.067mm thick when placed together whereas the SSP Cast burrs are 17.328. I have no idea if that explains the difference but it might.

PS Please feel free to use those measurements as a fun fact at your next dinner party if you have guests that don't leave early enough. It worked for me.

[JavaB]

Worked a treat, thanks!

[mstrelan]

Mine arrived today, fitted with cast burrs. Not sure if that was the right choice but time will tell. Ran 1kg of supermarket beans through it which made a decent mess, but I had the foresight to put the grinder on a towel for this so it was easy to shake out and throw in the wash. I found it strange that it was chirping at about setting 25 so I've adjusted the collar so it chirps just below 0. Haven't had a chance to pull a shot yet, will report back when I've pulled a few.

[JavaB]

CamH

Good to hear you have had success

Volume of beans varies massively - for example monsoon malibar beans are much larger and less dense than say ethiopian. Also roast depth affects weight - the darker the beans the less they weigh due to loss of moisture. Sorry but weight is the only way to go.

As a general rule espresso needs a higher speed and pourover etc a lower speed. I run the grinder at about 900-1000 for espresso where around 600 is best for the coarser grinds. As with everything coffee - this isn't set in stone!

As long as the puck or puck+screen just doesn't touch the shower screen you are OK (you need "headspace") so you can get more grinds in a basket without a puck screen. Generally the bolt which holds the shower screen in place should not dent the puck (or mark the puck screen). Depending on thickness you probably should dose 1-2 grams less with a puck screen.

[CamH]

Have the grinder dialled in nicely now and very happy with the taste. Nothing has changed from the like / dislike other then confirming the reduction but not elimination of mess when remembering to use the spray bottle. I don't mind using a dose cup rather then direct to the porta filter but I do think I'm going to forget to ensure it's in the right spot each time and grind onto the bench.

Some questions if I may.

While my plan is to weigh out beans and put them into glass jars for my wife, can I use volume as a backup. I found a small glass jar that perfectly fits 18g of beans but I'm not sure how much this might vary?
Variable speeds - is there a guide or do I just experiment?
Question not related to the grinder but if you use a Puck screen do I need to take it’s volume in basket into consideration, i.e. The LE3 has a 18g basket can I use 18g of coffee and a puck screen or do I need to use a different basket or vary the dose?

[coffeemachine]

Great tip, thanks!

[JavaB]

'Twas me... good tip

[sAmiZZle]

Thanks tompoland I guessed you meant "different" to the HU . How would you describe the difference? Is one better for bringing out the fruitier notes than the other, or better for use with milk based drinks, etc?

[tompoland]

Someone mentioned that they found the dial adjustment barrel stiff. I found the same until I figured out that mine was impeded by the thin collar that sits at the base of the dial adjustment barrel. I simply loosened it, lifted it slightly and retightened. Suddenly the dial adjustment barrel was very easy to move.

[tompoland]

Correct answer to my Missing Word puzzle above: "64mm DF DLC burrs produce a very DIFFERENT espresso than the 64mm SSP HU."

BTW that is merely my subjective take on this. Others may have different but equally valid experiences.

[crunchyfruit]

I do find the distribution model for the "DF"s.... intriguing. I think Sky is right in how it goes down, it's just so unusual that a single brand hasn't bought exclusive distribution rights? Regardless, I'm glad folks have plenty of avenues to purchase