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Moccamaster

KM5

Grind settings by brew method

Worked out from this grinder’s own dial curve — five reference points placed on a shared 0–100 grind index, interpolated linearly for flat burrs — rather than a one-size-fits-all chart.

Dial range
1 – 9
Burrs
Not specified
Filter reference
2.5
Espresso → filter
1.5 numbers
Fine · 19 · Coarse
EspressoFine
1.11 – 1.3
Moka potFiner than filter, coarser than espresso
1.41.3 – 1.6
AeroPress (short steep)For 1–2 minute recipes
1.81.6 – 2.1
Pour over — V60 / coneThe reference point for most published pour-over recipes
2.42.2 – 3
Pour over — flat bottomKalita, Orea and similar
32.5 – 3.6
Drip / batch brewAutomatic brewers
3.43 – 4.1
ChemexThe thick filter needs a coarser grind to avoid stalling
4.13.6 – 4.8
French pressCoarse
5.34.8 – 5.8
Cold brewCoarsest setting you have
6.25.8 – 6.9
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Moccamaster KM5 — Printable Grind Chart