Varia VS3 Gen3 Grinder
76.5° SLOPED GEOMETRY
ZERO RETENTION FOCUS
• The Varia VS3 (Varia Stepless 38mm) Electric Grinder utilises a sloped geometry with a 76.5° acute angle. Using this geometry also allows for ideal zero retention conditions as well as a better workflow in relation to adding coffee to the hopper, making grind adjustments, and 180° access to the dosing cup.
• Purging will not be necessary when grinding different coffees with a retention of less than 0.1 over a 10g dose.
FINE PITCHED THREAD WITH 0.02MM (20MICRONS) OF RELATIVE BURR SHIFT PER INCREMENT.
PRECISION STEPLESS GRIND ADJUSTMENTS
• Our stepless adjustment is operated by turning the hopper in the desired direction. As a result of our stepless assembly, we can achieve virtually endless particle sizes giving you full access to experimenting with your brews.
• Each shift of the burr represents a 20μm relative vertical burr shift or 0.02mm per increment.
• Hopper capacity of 30g.
REFINED USER EXPERIENCE
• A minimalistic approach to the user experience allows for an expression through fine details. We have integrated magnets into our hopper lid to connect with the hopper as well as our base to connect with our dosing cup.
• Non slip silicone feet are also installed on the base of the VS3.
CNC MACHINED PRECISION
• Die-cast space-grade aluminium alloy body and all critical parts are CNC machined (Computer numerical control machined) to 0.02mm precision tolerances providing absolute accuracy and stability when making adjustments and grinding.
• The main axle and driveshaft is supported by P5-grade angular contact bearings to achieve the most uniform particle size results.
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Efficient, Quiet, and Consistent: Equipped with a powerful 100W DC motor, the VS3 grinds with a load speed of 170 RPM and uses a stainless steel gearbox for smooth, consistent operation. An 18g dose can be ground in 34 seconds for espresso at the #4 setting, or in 25 seconds for filter coffee at the #10 setting. Despite its speed, the grinder operates quietly, allowing you to enjoy the process without noise disturbance.
Minimal Retention, Maximum Flavor: Designed for low retention, the VS3 ensures that your coffee stays fresh with every grind. With the use of RDT (Ross Droplet Technique), retention is less than 0.1g for a 10g dose, while without RDT it remains below 0.2g, keeping your grounds as fresh and uniform as possible.
Built to Last: The VS3’s body is constructed from ADC12 die-cast and machined aluminum, providing strength, durability, and stability for daily use. This solid construction, combined with its robust motor and stainless steel burr set, ensures the grinder can handle even the most demanding brewing needs.
Important Note for Light Roasts: While the VS3 excels at grinding for both espresso and filter coffee, please exercise caution when using it for underdeveloped light-roasted beans at espresso settings. These beans can be challenging to grind, so be sure to feed them slowly or adjust to a slightly coarser grind size to protect the burr