a grind it can use continuously after another ground without having to rest the motor for a few minutes?
1627057
I frequently grind three or four batches right after each other. So far, no problems.
1627058
Hi Zory - I'm not sure what you mean? However, I haven't tried using the Melitta continuously, if that's what you mean. I often do 12 cups at a time - but not continuously. My experience has been that the burr grinder does a good job; the motor seems adequate and overall I'm really pleased - especially given the cost. Let me know if this helps.
1627059
It's not the motor that's a problem. The actual grinding plates get hot from the friction and can affect the flavors of the coffee by heating the grounds.
1627060
Once set #1-#9 every time you grind coffee the texture of the grind is the same. I do not grind more coffee than is used for one pot. Don't know how long you can run the machine before it burns up. Grinding a lot of coffee at once seems to be defeating the purpose of having freshly ground coffee.
1627061
I don't know. I never tried. But almost certainly a grinder made for home use will die young if you do that repeatedly. One of the main differences in the ones made for retail use is that they are built for constant use. If you asking about two sessions in total, one after the other, I would think 30 sec is rest enough.
1561792
I'm sorry...I have not motorized my grinder, yet. It takes about 3 minutes to grind a cup by hand(going steady and fast) so I would have to believe it would be faster with the drill attachment. It really is a quality grinder and I love mine...good luck!
90131
No, this grinder is not hands free. You must apply pressure to the top for grinding to occur.
519566
One setting, 250 watts will grind quickly, type of grind will be determine by duration
215829
No. Just one speed; the longer you grind, the finer the grounds. But as I said in my review, if you fill it close to the top, it's almost impossible to get all the beans ground.
1060148
DITTO....I would not.....the RPM s (revolutions per minute), are different... the wheel would heat up...the grinder is way too fast
1836926
Yes! It does a lovely job grinding beans. I have a small stove top expresso pot and it gives me a good expresso grind when I do it for 20 seconds at level 8 speed. I have a small kitchen timer that can count down the seconds and I've found it useful for timing the grinding of either coffee beans or whole wheat berries for bread.
1162242
It runs a Compressor with a belt. I guess it depends on how much resistance there is when your grinding. It should start with no problem.
1544023
No, it does not. As a matter of fact, it states not to use grounds at all. The hopper only grinds whole beans. It isn't removable either, unfortunately. I give the machine high marks, but not necessarily for that feature.
839759
You definitely can. Turn the silver knobs clockwise and the grind size will decrease.
1534474
It is not automatic or electric - you grind by hand by holding it upside down with the top part (black) in one hand and turning the base/bottom (glass) clockwise with the other hand.
1070365
No. No coffee or spice grinder is designed to do that. Use a food processor, blender or immersion blender.
121976
That's a drawback to the vacuum. I noticed that when I plugged in the vacuum and the grinder to the same residential circuit, it blew the breaker. The vacuum is well worth the investment and performs as Makita claims, even with fine concrete dust. I did not mind walking over and turning off the unit. An isolated 30 amp circuit should work ok.
519565
Yes,there is only one button/function for grinding. The longer you keep that button pressed down = the finer results you will have.
290909
Oh another option is a battery powered angle grinder with cutting disk. Also this device is cheap enough that I simply purchased a case to put it in. Hope this helps
35499
I dont think it can work continuously for along time because it should overheat. There is another model with heat fans I think it can work for longer time without overheating. However I think this one can process 2 cows but you need to let it rest if you feel it have became hot.The company website says:Grinds 175 to 225 Lbs Per Hour on HIGH SPEEDGrinds 110 to 140 Lbs Per Hour on LOW SPEED
380690
The handle is removable, but not likely to come off accidentally during grinding. The grind is adjustable. The unit weighs about 250 grams. It takes a long time to grind enough for one cup. Capacity is 60 grams. It would probably take at least an hour to grind that much. I got it to use only in the event of a power outage.