Pinecone Pinion
- Grind range
- 0–1070 µm
- Per click
- ≈29.72 µm
- Adjustment
- 36 clicks
- Brew methods
- 8
At its coarsest it reaches about 1070 µm, so French Press and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range.
Settings by brew method
| Brew method | Grind descriptor | Grind size | Clicks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | Fine | 200–300 µm | 0-1 |
| Moka Pot | Fine-medium | 300–400 µm | 2-11 |
| AeroPress | Medium-fine | 400–700 µm | 0-21 |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-fine | 450–650 µm | 3-12 |
| Siphon | Medium | 500–700 µm | 2-15 |
| Drip / Batch | Medium | 600–800 µm | 0-19 |
| French Press | Coarse | 900–1200 µm | 13-32 |
| Cold Brew | Extra coarse | 1000–1400 µm | 16-36 |
About the Pinecone Pinion
The Pinecone Pinion is an electric grinder with stepped adjustment. At its coarsest it reaches about 1070 µm, so French Press and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range. Each click moves the grind by roughly 29.72 µm.
Pinecone Pinion — frequently asked questions
Is the Pinecone Pinion a manual or electric grinder?
The Pinecone Pinion is an electric grinder.
What grind setting should I use for Espresso on the Pinecone Pinion?
For espresso on the Pinecone Pinion, start around 0-1 clicks — roughly 200–300 µm — then adjust to taste.
How much does each click change the grind on the Pinecone Pinion?
Each click on the Pinecone Pinion changes the grind by about 29.72 microns, so you can dial in small steps.
What grind sizes can the Pinecone Pinion produce?
The Pinecone Pinion grinds from about 0 to 1070 µm, covering 8 of the brew methods we chart.
Can I copy grind settings from another grinder to the Pinecone Pinion?
Not directly — every grinder's scale is arbitrary, so a number that works on one model won't match the Pinecone Pinion. Match the micron range instead, using the chart above.