Hi...10 quick questions ;)1) Is the handle removable? 2) Can the handle accidentally come off during grinding? 3) Can it grind sesame and flax? 4) How many grams does it hold?5) Can you get replacement parts?6) Is it efficient?7) Is the grind consistent?8) Is this a quality product?9) What is the weight of the unit?10) Where is it made and what is the warranty?Thanx ;) Hi...10 quick questions ;)1) Is the handle removable? 2) Can the handle accidentally come off during grinding? 3) Can it grind sesame and flax? 4) How many grams does it... » Read More Hi...10 quick questions ;)1) Is the handle removable? 2) Can the handle accidentally come off during grinding? 3) Can it grind sesame and flax? 4) How many grams does it hold?5) Can you get replacement parts?6) Is it efficient?7) Is the grind consistent?8) Is this a quality product?9) What is the weight of the unit?10) Where is it made and what is the warranty?Thanx ;) « Show Less
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1. Yes 2. Yes 3. never tried 4. never measured (enough for one medium pour over) 5. never needed 6. Yes 7. Very 8. Very 9. never weighed it 10. Japan? No idea
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Yes, it is removable.Yes, it can come off. Hold the grinder at a 45 degree angle as you grind. It will rarely come off. To misquote Steve Jobs. If it comes off you are holding it wrong. I have been using it on the road for a year. Great quality. Great for travel.It is hard to grind any traditional roast beens by hand. It is best to stick with french roast.
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I have had mine for almost 5 years, use it on average of twice a day and it works just fine, the only thing I can think of is the grinder mechanism is getting dull. I believe it can be replaced.
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I haven't had any problems however the first two I had quit working after only one time. This is my 3rd one since March and up to this point & time is working, the grinder produces consistent and smooth grind. No complaints at this time however if #3 doesn't work out, I will not get another one. This one is perfect, right now.
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Thanks JJLet me know how you like the A10.Now the question is, how are you grinding your beans? I have a Baratza Vario and I am also very happy with it. Occasionally grinds will stick in the basket due to static, but overall pretty rock solid. They have the new Vario that doses by weight; wish I had it. When I use my Chemex or Hario pour overs, I weigh out the beans and water. If you haven't tried a pour over, it's an inexpensive investment which brews excellent coffee.Happy brewing my friend...
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You won't hurt the machine, but some seeds - like flax - and small beans, etc will contain so much oil that the machine would need very frequent cleaning. Burr grinders are all, by nature, more complex and difficult to disassemble and clean than blade "grinders" which I think would be a better choice. I use a small, much cheaper blade grinder for flax, turns seeds into 3-4 tablespoons of fine powder in seconds and requires NO disassembly to clean. It even powders peppercorns....
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It does well grinding all spices, but roasting flax seeds in a pan prior to grinding them makes a more consistent grind. I will say this is one of the best spice grinders out there, and I have owned a few of them over the years.
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Jennifer. I worked for a Hobart/Kitchenaide repair shop for over 8 years. All Kitchenaide accessories will work on all modern Kitchenaide mixers. My grinder has been used on 3 different models of mixers and each has performed well. I have used my grinder to make flours and meals of corn, wheat, buck wheat, rye, rice, spelt, millet, amaranth, black beans, almonds, peanuts and sorghum. I ground 40 pounds (about 3/4 bushel) of corn this past week with the grinder attached to a model KP216M1 (600 Professional). Your Accolade 400 is a medium powered mixer and will easily handle this grinder. Please remember not run the mixer with grinder for longer than 20 minutes without giving the motor a rest to cool down. Jennifer. I worked for a Hobart/Kitchenaide repair shop for over 8 years. All Kitchenaide accessories will work on all modern Kitchenaide mixers. My grinder has been used on 3 different models of mixers and each has performed well. I have used my grinder to make flours and meals of corn, wheat, buck wheat, rye, rice, spelt, millet, amaranth, black beans, almonds, peanuts and sorghum. I ground 40 pounds (about 3/4 bushel) of corn this past week with the grinder attached to a model KP216M1 (600 Professional). Your Accolade 400 is a medium powered mixer and will easily handle this grinder.... » Read More Jennifer. I worked for a Hobart/Kitchenaide repair shop for over 8 years. All Kitchenaide accessories will work on all modern Kitchenaide mixers. My grinder has been used on 3 different models of mixers and each has performed well. I have used my grinder to make flours and meals of corn, wheat, buck wheat, rye, rice, spelt, millet, amaranth, black beans, almonds, peanuts and sorghum. I ground 40 pounds (about 3/4 bushel) of corn this past week with the grinder attached to a model KP216M1 (600 Professional). Your Accolade 400 is a medium powered mixer and will easily handle this grinder. Please remember not run the mixer with grinder for longer than 20 minutes without giving the motor a rest to cool down. « Show Less
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I think the jp-30 is older than came the mini. I own the mini, it's good for grinding one cup at a time. Handle coming off not an issue at all. Never had a problem, easy to clean the grinding mechanism. I highly recommend it.
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I see this when I'm about ready to get a new one. For the price a better burr grinder can not be bought. I agree with Harry, Since I discovered this after the first couple of uses I have gently wobbled it back and forth for a sec before I take out the glass catcher. Clean it before getting primo Kona or Jamaican Blue. Mine is six years old. Used at least once daily, it's not as quick so I'm getting a new one before the price goes up again. The consistency of the grind is exceptional with this grinder.
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I don't know if I can completely answer your question, but I'll say what I can. While I'm not a professional chef, I've used it to foam several times with the standard SS blade attachment. I've also used the food processor to chop nuts, but with quite varied results in size. I've never tried grinding anything as I have a small coffee grinder that I've dedicated for spice grinding that does an excellent job. I would still recommend this product to anyone interested! Hope that helps!
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Hi Mark....I bought but do not recommend this grinder. It is plastic, very light weight, and I cannot get it to do the extra fine grind. I installed as per the manual, and only later found the yellow paper advising to ignore the directions, as this could break a piece of the plastic. Unfortunately I only saw this after the small plastic piece broke. As Amazon gets this from another supplier, they do not stand behind this product. I have the Breville burr grinder and love it!
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I replaced this very grinder wirh a 2nd one and to mr GREAT disappointment, they changed it! It's awful and am niw going to purchase the Evico, which I've heard fabulous things about, including it's ability to grind spices and herbs into your fine powder. You can find and read about it on Amazon. Hope this helps. :-)
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I would say having used other grinders that it's not exceptionally easy but average. There is some twisting involved. Hope that helps. It works well.
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1. Yes the handle is removable.2. Yes it can, but you have to be grinding like a lunatic,3. No idea.4. Up to 60 grams.5.No idea.6.It takes a lot of elbow grease, and it is not for the elderly or those wanting instant gratification.7. Yes and adjustable too.8. I have used it only several times but it has been fine.9. Light. Yet it is made of thick good quality plastic. 10. I no longer have the box, and it has no markings on it, but not in the USA. There is no recycle plastic markings on it so that should tell you something.
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My first instinct is to say "no" due to the amount of oil content in flax seeds. After reviewing the manual I discovered that it wasn't listed on the "okay" items to grind but it wasn't located on the "non-okay" items to grind either. The manual does, however, state that the oil content should not exceed 15%. If you have anything listing how much oil content is in the flax seed, I would base it off from that suggestion.
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I do love this product, and bought it to set to a press pot grind. My Kyocera is set to drip. This works as well as its more expensive predecessor, but is not quite as solidly built. I Haven't seen any rust yet and have had ours for a years. Since we use it often, I don't pay much attention to washing the top mechanism, so it has not been watered either.I suggest finding a nut for the top, 6mm - 1.00 (I think, but take the top nut with you just in case). This upgrade works with the Kyocera too. I turn it with a small variable speed cordless drill...thanks DeWalt. My hands are wreckage, and I set mine up like this so my spouse wouldn't have to do the daily grind. I do love this product, and bought it to set to a press pot grind. My Kyocera is set to drip. This works as well as its more expensive predecessor, but is not quite as solidly built. I Haven't seen any rust yet and have had ours for a years. Since we use it often, I don't pay much attention to washing the top mechanism, so it has not been watered either.I suggest finding a nut for the top, 6mm - 1.00 (I think, but take the top nut with you just in case). This upgrade works with the Kyocera too. I turn it with a small variable speed cordless drill...thanks DeWalt. My hands are... » Read More I do love this product, and bought it to set to a press pot grind. My Kyocera is set to drip. This works as well as its more expensive predecessor, but is not quite as solidly built. I Haven't seen any rust yet and have had ours for a years. Since we use it often, I don't pay much attention to washing the top mechanism, so it has not been watered either.I suggest finding a nut for the top, 6mm - 1.00 (I think, but take the top nut with you just in case). This upgrade works with the Kyocera too. I turn it with a small variable speed cordless drill...thanks DeWalt. My hands are wreckage, and I set mine up like this so my spouse wouldn't have to do the daily grind. « Show Less
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I haven't had a chance to take it apart therefore can not give you a good answer to that. But you should look at a very important factor. The fact that the grinders are so affordable it should not even matter much, unless you are thinking to buy it for 20+ years. I am working in a metal/fabrication shop as a welder for 5+ years now and never had a problem with grinders of good quality like: dewalt, ridgid and others. And i am abusing them on a daily bases quite systematically. If i was to take a guess then i would say that most likely it has the brushes on it, otherwise they would have marketed it as being brush-less I haven't had a chance to take it apart therefore can not give you a good answer to that. But you should look at a very important factor. The fact that the grinders are so affordable it should not even matter much, unless you are thinking to buy it for 20+ years. I am working in a metal/fabrication shop as a welder for 5+ years now and never had a problem with grinders of good quality like: dewalt, ridgid and others. And i am abusing them on a daily bases quite systematically. If i was to take a guess then i would say that most likely it has the brushes on it, otherwise they would have... » Read More I haven't had a chance to take it apart therefore can not give you a good answer to that. But you should look at a very important factor. The fact that the grinders are so affordable it should not even matter much, unless you are thinking to buy it for 20+ years. I am working in a metal/fabrication shop as a welder for 5+ years now and never had a problem with grinders of good quality like: dewalt, ridgid and others. And i am abusing them on a daily bases quite systematically. If i was to take a guess then i would say that most likely it has the brushes on it, otherwise they would have marketed it as being brush-less « Show Less