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Looking to build my own version of the Kaldi chaf collector/airflow unit. Anyone able to show what sort of fan they use and any other info? Not wanting to spend several hundred dollars build something like the turbo models I see here. Thanks
This video shows a recent entrant that is currently priced the same as the IKAWA Home roaster and seems to have lots of useful features. This market space is getting very active: Features include:
- integration with Artisan and free included software
- a tiny tryer
- a rotating...
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May 18th update
We are finally getting around to reporting on our big experiment. Chert starts us off at post #130 Huky Roast and Learn ... Prisoner exchange edition
Looking to at getting a Chinese roaster Dongyi 3kg Gas model. it at the $4,000-$5,000 price point with a 1 year warranty. Has anyone had any experience with this roaster ? Good or bad.
I just got a new Kaleido M10 roaster replacing my old Hottop K+. Generally, I like the new machine, looks solid, much more powerful. However, I ruined already 6 batches with it. Here is the problem.
As compared to the Hottop Artisan settings, with Kaleido I have extra buttons...
The price difference is only $250, and I am in indecision. I think I will mostly roast 1 lb at a time, so M6 should be more than enough for that. But I could buy M10 as well, just in case.
Is there a difference in getting good roasting profiles? The most important is what I get...
