Rancilio MD80 Coffee Grinder Parts

Key Features and Specifications

• Coffee Hopper: At the top of the MD80, you'll find a square, transparent coffee hopper. This hopper has a distinct blueish tint, typical of the MD series grinders. The hopper stores the coffee beans before they are fed into the grinding burrs for processing.

• Grinding Burrs: The MD80 is equipped with flat grinding burrs. These burrs are engineered to provide consistent, fine grinding, making them perfect for commercial espresso preparation. The specifications of the burrs are:

  • Outer Diameter: 75mm
  • Inner Diameter: 43mm Once the beans pass through the grinding burrs, the lower burr holder pushes the ground coffee into the doser on the front of the machine.

• Doser Mechanism: The doser on the MD80 features a transparent visor, also in the signature blueish tint of the MD series. This container holds the ground coffee, ready for immediate dispensing. To release the coffee, the barista pulls the doser lever on the side of the doser. After dispensing a certain amount of coffee, the grinder will automatically start again to grind more beans, ensuring that there is always a fresh supply of coffee ready to be used.

Motor and Electrical Configurations

The Rancilio MD80 is available in a variety of motor configurations to suit different commercial settings:

• Single Phase Models: These are available in 110V and 230V options, making them suitable for a wide range of commercial applications. The single phase motors require a start capacitor to operate, which helps the motor start smoothly.
• Three Phase Models: For larger commercial setups, the 400V three-phase version is available. This version does not require a start capacitor, making it simpler in terms of electrical setup and maintenance.

How the Doser Works

The doser mechanism allows for quick, easy dispensing of ground coffee into a portafilter. After placing the portafilter under the doser, the barista pulls the doser lever to release the desired amount of coffee into the portafilter. The doser ensures that there is always a reserve of ground coffee available, which is particularly useful in busy environments where time is of the essence. When the reserve of ground coffee reaches a certain low point, the MD80 will automatically grind more coffee, ensuring a constant supply.

Ideal Usage

The Rancilio MD80 is built for high-demand environments where speed and efficiency are crucial. Its ability to hold and dispense pre-ground coffee makes it ideal for high-traffic areas like busy cafes, where the constant preparation of espresso is required. The large burr size and robust motor ensure that it can handle large volumes of coffee beans with ease, making it a reliable workhorse for any commercial setting.

Rancilio MD80 Spare Parts from Brooks

At Brooks, we stock a wide range of spare parts for the Rancilio MD80 coffee grinder. Whether you need replacement burrs, hoppers, or capacitors, we can help keep your grinder in peak condition. If you require any assistance in identifying the parts you need for your MD80 coffee grinder, don't hesitate to contact us for support.