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Size
58mm
Type
Pressure tamper
Force
15kg, 20kg
Usage
Improving coffee extraction
Material
304 stainless steel
Technology
Spring mechanism
Application
Coffee and espresso
The constant force tamper is a tool specially used for making Italian coffee. Its main function is to help form a uniform, flat and properly compacted coffee powder cake by providing constant and consistent tamping force, thereby improving the consistency and flavor performance of coffee extraction. The following are the specific functions and advantages of the constant force tamper:
1. Providing constant tamping force The constant force tamper is usually equipped with a spring structure inside, which can provide a fixed pressure (such as 15kg, 20kg, etc.). Regardless of the user's strength and experience level, it can ensure that the force of each tamping is consistent, thereby reducing human errors.
2. Ensure uniform compaction of the coffee powder layer The constant pressure can compact the coffee powder evenly to avoid loose or over-tight powder layers due to uneven force. The uniform powder cake structure can effectively reduce the "channeling effect" (Channeling) during extraction, ensure that the water flows evenly through the entire powder cake, and improve the extraction efficiency.
3. Improve the consistency of coffee extraction Due to the controllability of the tamping force, the constant force tamper can significantly improve the stability of each coffee making and ensure the consistency of the extraction results. This is especially important for coffee shops or professional baristas who need to make high-quality coffee frequently.
4. Reduce the difficulty of operation For beginners, the constant force tamper can avoid the problem of too light or too heavy tamping due to improper operation, and help quickly master the basic process of making Italian coffee. For professional baristas, the constant force tamper can simplify the operation process and improve efficiency.
5. Improve extraction accuracy Different coffee beans, grinding degrees and recipes may require different tamping forces. The constant force tamper usually allows users to adjust the spring pressure (such as 10kg to 20kg) according to needs. This flexibility can help users make more accurate extractions based on the characteristics of the beans or personal tastes.
6. Prevent uneven powder cake surface The bottom of the constant force tamper is usually designed to be flat or slightly curved, which can ensure that the surface of the coffee powder cake is flat and there is no unevenness. The flat powder cake surface helps to evenly distribute the water flow during extraction and reduce uneven flow rate. How to use Prepare the powder layer: Pour the ground coffee powder into the powder bowl of the handle and smooth the surface with your fingers or a powder spreader. Select pressure: If the constant force tamper supports adjustable pressure, you can adjust it to the appropriate pressure value according to your needs. Vertical downward pressure: Align the constant force tamper vertically with the powder layer and gently press down until the spring is fully compressed. Check the powder cake: Make sure the surface of the powder cake is flat and dense, without cracks or gaps. Notes Matching of grinding degree and tamping strength: The coarseness of the powder and the tamping strength need to match, otherwise it may cause over-extraction or under-extraction. Coffee powder quantity control: Make sure the amount of powder is moderate. Too much may overflow after tamping, and too little may cause the powder cake to be not dense enough.
Cleaning and maintenance: Clean the bottom of the tamper in time after use to avoid residual coffee powder affecting the use effect.
Summary The constant force tamper solves the problem of unstable pressure during traditional manual tamping through its constant pressure design. It is an ideal tool for improving the consistency and quality of coffee extraction. Both beginners and professional baristas can benefit from its precision, stability and ease of use. It is an indispensable part of Italian coffee making.
