Here's what tinned copper wire looks like. Does your stripped wire look anything like this? {image}

Looks like we all agree that using high quality terminals is the way to go for this application. The OP mentioned using high temperature nickel plated steel quick disconnect terminals rated at 900°F (482°C) from McMaster-Carr. Because these terminals aren't insulated I'm a little concerned about usi...

Sestic has worked with Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)

Sad but true

This will check all your boxes and turn corners too "Bosch Flexiclick"

Yes, yes, and yes

You're right of course. In most high end restaurants the wait staff is usually responsible for coffee service. If the restaurant has a bartender on staff, they often end up making coffee. In both cases you have drip coffee that's serviceable, but not exciting. Noma in Copenhagen has made an effort t...

High end restaurants employ cooks, waitstaff, and dishwashers. It's rare to see a high end restaurant with a barista on staff. The coffee is decent enough but nothing to write home about. Mitch will explain the details: {video}

It depends on the severity of the doughnut action. If it starts to doughnut and immediately resolves and the shot goes to normal quickly then yes, it's easy to ignore. But on rare occasion the doughnut pattern lingers through most of the shot and has a negative impact on flavor. Don't have a way to ...

I rolled my eyes the first time I saw that video about raking. But figured what the heck and decided to give it a try. Guess what, it works! Highly recommend the use of acupuncture needles for stirring. I've used paper clips, dissecting needles, etc. with mixed results. Those thin acupuncture needle...