Grinds collection tray for Baratza Vario

#1: Post by **HeliGuy** » January 10th, 2017, 2:20 pm

Hello,
I own a Varatza Vario. This grinder works very well, but grinds land on the counter and make a mess in front of the machine by the end of the day.
I was wondering if anyone has some sort of idea for a tray for collecting the grinds, similar to other grinding machines (like Mazzer).

I was thinking maybe using the tray from Fiorenzato F64 or Macap MC4 as they seem to have the similar convex front as the Barazta Vario

See images below

#2: Post by **Headala** » January 10th, 2017, 2:30 pm

I don't think there is one specifically made for the Vario, but I would imagine a tamping mat like this one could work well. You can even trim the front edge to fit close if you like.

January 10th, 2017, 2:34 pm

Rattleware has a grinding tray that I use: https://greenbeanery.ca/products/rattle ... cm-p-15003 (The tamping mat is not attached to the tray.)

January 10th, 2017, 2:47 pm

That's not bad, but at 9.75" x 13" it's a bit too big.

I was hoping for something around 7"x8"

January 10th, 2017, 2:59 pm

Headala wrote:I don't think there is one specifically made for the Vario, but I would imagine a tamping mat like this one could work well. You can even trim the front edge to fit close if you like.

Yeah, that might work. Would this work under the front feet of the grinder? Or would it cause the grinder to tip backwards?

#6: Post by **dominico** » January 10th, 2017, 3:18 pm

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Thanks.

January 10th, 2017, 3:19 pm

Sorry about that. I know for the future.

#8: Post by **amagad** » January 10th, 2017, 4:05 pm

i place the grinder in a tray, I have https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IRUU046 and it works nicely, i can let grinds spew out of my grinders and not have to worry about cleanup. Once a week or two, ill use a portable vacuum and clean inside the tray.

edit: the tray allows me to also move it around for general table top cleaning as well (useful for the lady when shes cleaning the kitchen and i dont want her to touch the equipment) you could find a tray that fits your size.

January 10th, 2017, 4:08 pm

amagad wrote:i place the grinder in a tray, I have https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IRUU046 and it works nicely, i can let grinds spew out of my grinders and not have to worry about cleanup. Once a week or two, ill use a portable vacuum and clean inside the tray.

That's a good idea, but I think I'd prefer something with a smaller footprint and made out of stainless steel.
Quick googling I found this 10 x 6 1/2 x 3/4 shallow stainless steel tray: https://canadawide.ca/Catalogue/Chemica ... 700.8/1347

#10: Post by **amagad** » January 10th, 2017, 4:10 pm

yup there you go! I had to choose a larger one because my sette's static sprays grinds all over.