Particle sizes

Burr seasoning and break-in

Burr seasoning and break-in

Why new burrs require a break-in period, how seasoning affects grind consistency and flavor, and the best practices for speeding up the process.

Grind distribution modeling

Grind distribution modeling

How grind distribution modeling helps researchers and baristas understand particle size variation, fines content, and its impact on extraction and flow dynamics.

Grind size effects on flow

Grind size effects on flow

How grind particle size influences water flow, extraction efficiency, and flavor balance in brewed coffee.

Burr wear and replacement

Burr wear and replacement

How burr wear affects grind consistency and flavor, and when to replace them for optimal performance.

Grind distribution and fines

Grind distribution and fines

How the particle size distribution, particularly fines, affects extraction uniformity and flavor.

Alignment and parallelism

Alignment and parallelism

How precise alignment and parallel positioning of burrs affects grind consistency and extraction performance.