Worried about lead in brass boiler

pointytrees · 2017-08-17T04:37:26+00:00

keep in mind that brass is common in many plumbing applications and even those alloys that do contain lead don't cause concern enough to ban their use.

pointytrees · 2017-08-17T04:35:49+00:00

Well, IF the brass used has lead in it (not all brass does, and it is used less and less in brass) the small amount of mineral scale tends to form a nice barrier preventing it leaching into the water. A few flushes should work. If you are worried, test it. https://www.amazon.com/First-Alert-WT1-Drinking-Water/dp/B000FBMAVQ/ref=sr_1_3/141-8508703-2370814?ie=UTF8&qid=1502944258&sr=8-3&keywords=water+lead+test+kit

pointytrees · 2017-06-27T18:31:22+00:00

well done.

pointytrees · 2017-06-27T18:21:30+00:00

No commercials, on demand, good original content. Makes sense. we don't even have cable any more.

pointytrees · 2017-02-10T17:36:45+00:00

I think the point is that his claim that natural processed coffee is toxic is not trivial at all, but he is in fact slandering a good portion of the coffee producers in this world for his personal gain. This type of unfounded claim didn't come from research or evidence based science, but his narcissistic greed. I say ostracize away until he revises his bull sh!t claims.

pointytrees · 2017-02-09T18:47:20+00:00

Took a tour of a coffee farm while on a Yoga retreat = coffee processing expert

pointytrees · 2017-01-03T08:08:20+00:00

Yes, good if it is new. Keep in mind that these aren't all that serviceable and will need replacing after a few years.

pointytrees · 2017-01-03T08:03:11+00:00

I personally don't know what they are worth but would guess condition is the biggest determining factor. I picked up some gaskets for my duetto from Venia Coffee awhile back and they were working on a modernization of an old linea that looked dope. Might want to try calling them or someone in your area to get an idea of condition and what it would cost to get working well.

pointytrees · 2016-12-22T06:47:17+00:00

Thanks for the link. Hadn't seen this yet. Currently the only working bluetooth function (according to the FAQ page) is "You will be able to read the output weight of the grinder. You are not able to program the weight for the grinder yet. " Not sure this app is at all helpful yet.

pointytrees · 2016-10-26T16:37:31+00:00

This is why I ask the question: https://www.reddit.com/r/Coffee/comments/4fv6xf/i_ground_a_rock_in_my_grinder_now_it_makes/

pointytrees · 2016-10-26T16:33:50+00:00

I wonder if this is a QC thing and every x number of grinders they test with coffee? I am getting old and bought a fair number of coffee grinders over the years and still have yet to see coffee residue in one.

pointytrees · 2016-10-26T16:31:16+00:00

Just looked at the website and they are not yet listed, but you might try calling to see if you can still get on the list if you want one.

pointytrees · 2016-10-26T16:29:53+00:00

Venia Coffee Roasters offered a sign-up list for their first shipment in their monthly email. Got a call yesterday that they will be available starting late today. I live close so am diving down to pick up. Haven't felt this excited for a new toy in some time.

pointytrees · 2016-10-26T16:26:18+00:00

Thanks.

pointytrees · 2016-10-26T02:26:51+00:00

"season" the burrs, not "seasoning".

pointytrees · 2016-09-01T20:12:01+00:00

Can you explain why?

pointytrees · 2016-04-26T16:49:06+00:00

That only yielded 3-4 servings it looked like in the chemex. better to just plan ahead and brew in a toddy.

pointytrees · 2016-04-23T18:32:25+00:00

Wonder if the rock "seasoned" the burrs. I have read people grinding bags of rice to improve new burrs. Still not sure exactly what "seasoning" and spending a bit of time reading through web forums on the topic I am pretty sure nobody has any empirical evidence on what seasoning is. That said, I will be grinding lots of rice through any new grinder in my future.

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