The accessory that changes the level of the whole setup: dose and extraction stop being a matter of feeling. A scale with 0.1 g resolution and an integrated timer covers 90% of the dial-in work.
Specifications
| Resolution | 0.1 g |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 500 g (enough for dose + yield + milk) |
| Timer | Integrated, automatic or manual start |
| Base | Steel or ceramic, non-slip |
| Power | Battery or USB-C (depending on the model) |
Description
With the scale you work in grams, not by glance: a dose of 18.0 g ±0.2, a 36.0 g yield, a time of 28 s. The three numbers are the entire language of dial-in. The tare must be zeroed at every step: before the dose, then on the empty portafilter, then on the cup.
Use and maintenance
Tare on a flat, stable surface, away from the steam flow and from drafts. Clean the base with a dry cloth: water dripping from the portafilter is the only enemy. A well-tared 0.1 g scale lasts years without problems.
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