Nucleus NCD (OCD) 58.5mm Coffee Distributor by Sasa Sestic: Titanium/Black

Nucleus NCD 58.5mm Coffee Distributor by Sasa Sestic: Titanium/Black

The next phase of coffee distribution innovation has arrived with the release of the latest ONA Coffee Distributor; the NCD. The V3 brings together all of your favourite features from the previous versions and combines them with an advanced anti-static coating and non-slip textured sides. With a more lightweight design, the NCD allows baristas to more easily and evenly distribute the coffee bed before tamping, for an even and consistent extraction. Simply add the coffee to your portafilter basket, place the adjusted NCD on top of the basket, spin clockwise for a few rotations, remove, and tamp. To adjust your NCD to your precise dose, simply unscrew the top disc to loosen and adjust to your desired height.

What's in the box?

• 1 x NCD 58.5mm Coffee Distributor V3 by Sasa Sestic: Titanium/Black
• 1 x NCD Mirco-fiber Cloth

Specifications

• Diameter: 58.5mm (Fits IMS or VST baskets)
• Material: Stainless Steel (centre part), anodized aluminium (Adjuster and Locker)
• Package Size: 90mm (W) x 90mm (L) x 58mm (H)

Features

• The NCD features four angled slopes that efficiently, evenly and consistently move the coffee around in a circle motion to create an even puck.
• Say goodbye to cracked coffee fingers after a day of service on the espresso machine.
• This tool can even suit those using very low doses or larger baskets and can be adjusted to suit a range of doses, depending on specific roasting styles.
• No need to collapse the dose. After extensive taste testing with multiple coffees and different roasting styles, we have found any form of collapsing to stratify grinds, creating very inconsistent extraction and qualities of taste (separate to yield). Each barista will also collapse differently, creating yet another inconsistency in the cafe. The NCD takes the same time to create a more even and consistent puck, giving more consistent and delicious extractions
• Less micro-channelling and channelling, improper or rushed distribution, is more likely to channel which can be disastrous to taste. Micro-channelling is also difficult to see at times and is more likely to happen with no distribution or inconsistent distribution - the NCD will remove this variable.
• Easily adjustable depth, simply loosen off the top section, set depth required using measured increments, tighten the top section back down.
• The NCD also features an advanced, static-reducing coating on the cross-arm base, eliminating build-up of coffee grinds on the base.
• Lightweight build: the NCD is 100g less than previous versions.
• The weight has also been adjusted so it is not as top-heavy, making it a little lighter overall. This improved weight distribution ensures a lower centre of gravity when being spun. This makes the workflow easier and the distribution more consistent.

Coffee Parts Thoughts

Interesting. Great for distribution in low to mid volume environments, however in busy cafes may slow down the work flow.but people still love it!