Gothot - Gothot M3G

Applications & Use Cases

• Used for small-batch roasting of coffee beans to assess roast profiles and quality.
• Ideal for coffee producers, importers, and roasteries for quality control and sample evaluation.
• Suitable for product development and experimentation with different bean origins and roast levels.
• Can be utilised in educational settings for demonstrating coffee roasting principles.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For a sample roaster of this type, individual barrel capacity is typically very small, often ranging from 50g to 200g per barrel.

Number of barrels

This unit features 3 barrels, allowing for simultaneous roasting of multiple samples or different roast profiles.

Power supply

Sample roasters commonly operate on single-phase electrical supplies, typically 230V, 50Hz for the UK market, though specific requirements should be verified.

Heating method

Gothot roasters of this vintage often utilise gas heating for precise temperature control, though electric heating variants exist.

Cooling system

Units of this class typically include an integrated cooling tray and fan to rapidly cool roasted samples and prevent over-roasting.

Footprint

Sample roasters are generally compact, designed for laboratory or small-scale production environments, with a relatively small operational footprint.

Ancillary equipment

This unit is noted to include a grinder, which is beneficial for immediate sample preparation post-roasting.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a sample roaster used for?

  A sample roaster is used to roast small quantities of coffee beans to evaluate their quality, determine optimal roast profiles, and identify defects before committing to larger production batches.

• Why is refurbishment mentioned for this unit?

• What are the benefits of a multi-barrel sample roaster?

• What should I consider when buying a used sample roaster?

• Is an included grinder common for sample roasters?