DF (Turin) DF54:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide
The DF (Turin) DF54 is an electric flat burr grinder with 54mm burrs. It features stepless adjustment and is designed for both espresso and filter use. With low retention (~0.3g) and a single-dose-friendly design, it's a popular choice from DF (Turin).
At a glance
DF (Turin) DF54 specs
Burr Type
Flat 54mm
Adjustment
Stepless
Retention
Low (~0.3g)
Single Dose Friendly
Yes
Espresso Capable
Yes
Primary Use
Espresso & Filter
Power
Electric
Espresso starting range
Where to start for espresso
0-90 numbered dial under glass. Espresso: 8-30 on the dial. Start around 10-15 for medium roasts. Lower = finer.
the stepless adjustment ring (small turn for fine changes — no fixed scale)
Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.
Quirks & tips
Excellent value-for-money 54mm flat burr
Single-dose workflow standard
WDT recommended to reduce static clumping
Detailed notes
54mm flat burr, stepless, single-dose friendly. Low retention (~0.3g). Very popular budget-to-mid entry. No numeric scale — describe changes as small/medium turns. Espresso and filter capable.
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Manufacturer
DF (Turin)
Burrs
Flat 54mm
Adjustment
Stepless
Retention
Low (~0.3g)
Primary Use
Espresso & Filter