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Conical burr

A burr set with a cone-shaped inner burr inside a ring burr, common in compact grinders.

Conical burrs are efficient and tend to be more affordable and compact, which is why most hand grinders and entry-level electric grinders use them.

They produce a slightly broader range of particle sizes than flat burrs, which many people enjoy for everyday coffee.

Why it matters for small spaces

Most small-space grinders are conical, so understanding them helps set realistic expectations for a compact setup.

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