Consistency of the measured dose from the Compak E5

by Reiss Gunson on Thursday, 24 August 2017 16:19

In this video clip we grind twenty consecutive shots with the Compak E5 and measure the delivered dose with Acaia scales

The second to last shot is affected by pop-corning as the weight of beans in the hopper became insufficient

The last shot is incomplete as there were insufficient beans left in the hopper to deliver a full measure

The data in grams is: 18.5, 18.8, 19.1, 18.3, 18.2, 18.4, 18.3, 18.2, 17.9, 18.2, 18.9, 18.1, 18.6, 18.2, 17.9, 18.5, 18.2, 18.0, 17.6, 10.2

Now just eye-balling the data, it is clear that whilst i have set this to deliver 18.2g there are relatively few shots where the dose is less than 18.2g (target dose minus 0.3g being the least) yet a much greater number of shots where the dose is greater than the target dose, and also by a greater amount (up to 19.1g, 0.9g above the target dose).  This tells us that clumps falling down the chute just as the grinder is about to turn off are pushing the delivered dose above the target weight

Remember, with the LONDINIUM distribution tool clumping is a complete non-issue; it is eradicated

The Compak E5 with its powerful 550W motor is absolutely incredible at this price point whilst also being compact and attractive in your kitchen

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