An espresso WDT tool is the small needle stirrer home baristas use to rake clumps out of freshly ground coffee in the portafilter, so the puck tamps evenly and the shot runs through it evenly. This one has 0.4 mm stainless steel needles in a black handle, a stand to park it in, and 10 spare needles. It is part of our Kitchen Essentials collection.
Key features
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0.4 mm needles – fine stainless steel wires that move through the grounds without packing them
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Adjustable needle count – add or remove needles; 10 replacements come with it
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Stand included – keeps the needles off the counter between shots
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Magnetic base – can also hold to a metal surface, such as the side of a machine
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Ergonomic handle – a short grip that sits between finger and thumb
Specifications
| Needles |
304 stainless steel, 0.4 mm |
| Handle |
Hard plastic, black |
| Tool height |
8.7 cm (3.4 in), needles 5 cm (1.96 in) |
| Handle diameter |
2.8 cm (1.1 in) |
| Stand |
8.5 cm (3.34 in) tall, 4.57 cm (1.8 in) base |
| Spare needles |
10 |
How to use
After grinding into the basket, stir the coffee in small circles from the bottom up, level the bed, then tamp as usual.
In the box
One espresso WDT tool, one stand and a tube of 10 replacement needles.
Frequently asked questions
What does an espresso WDT tool do?
An espresso WDT tool stirs the ground coffee in the portafilter basket with fine needles to break up clumps and spread the grounds evenly before tamping.
How thick are the needles on the espresso WDT tool?
The espresso WDT tool's stainless steel needles are 0.4 mm thick and stand 5 cm (1.96 in) out of the handle.
Can I change the number of needles on the espresso WDT tool?
Yes, the espresso WDT tool comes with 10 replacement needles, so you can add, remove or replace needles to suit your basket and grind.
Where does the espresso WDT tool sit when not in use?
The espresso WDT tool rests in its own stand, and its magnetic base can also hold to a metal surface such as the side of an espresso machine.
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