Where are the components being made?
The components are fabricated in Asia. In looking for a manufacturing partner, we had strong environmental and social requirements, and are happy to say that our partner meets them all.
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When will the products ship?
All products and rewards will ship in February 2021.
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What are the dimensions of the grinder?
2” x 6” and weighs approximately 360 grams.
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What is the capacity?
On average about 20 grams. Denser beans will be between 20-25 and lighter beans between 15-20.
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How many grind settings are there?
There are 50 different adjustable settings, offering a wide range of grind size from very fine to very coarse.
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Are you offering any warranty for Kickstarter backers?
All VSSL products, including the VSSL JAVA, are backed with a lifetime warranty.
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Does the Aeropress come with filters?
Yes, the Aeropress kit comes with a starter pack of paper filters.
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Is the JAVA easy to disassemble and clean?
Yes, the JAVA can easily be disassembled and cleaned. We’ll be including cleaning instructions with every JAVA.
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Will replacement parts be available for the JAVA?
Yes, we’ll be offering replacement parts on our website when the JAVA officially launches in February 2021.
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Does the JAVA fit into the Aeropress?
No, it does not. Though we did test a smaller version that would have fit into the Aeropress, we ultimately decided to go with the larger grinder for increased bean capacity.
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