{"product_id":"normcore-needle-distributor-tool-v3-concentric-version","title":"Normcore Needle Distributor V3 Concentric (51\/54\/58 mm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNormcore Needle Distributor V3 Concentric (51\/54\/58 mm)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it on top, press gently, twist – the needles move in fixed circles through the grounds, distributing them evenly across the entire puck. A smooth, uniform motion that quickly feels familiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eA needle distributor with a concentric needle layout for even distribution in the basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this distributor special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e16 needles move in fixed, concentric circular paths. When pressed and twisted, they penetrate the coffee grounds evenly and distribute them across the individual radii – this reduces dense spots and voids, thereby mitigating channeling. Distribution is a learning process, not an examination subject, and this is just our view, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stirring depth can be infinitely adjusted to the depth of your basket. The tool is made of 304 stainless steel, anodized aluminum, and brass. Included in the delivery are 36 replacement needles (0.25 mm) and a needle fixing tool, allowing needles to be replaced if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e51 mm, 54 mm, 58 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eNeedles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e16 needles in a concentric layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003epress and twist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eDepth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003einfinitely adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e304 stainless steel, anodized aluminum, brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDistributor, 36 replacement needles (0.25 mm), needle fixing tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's made for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor everyone who likes a uniform, easily repeatable distribution motion. Choose the size that matches your basket. If you're looking for a multidirectional motion, you'll also find the Planetary version in our collection. Every coffee journey is welcome here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter distributing comes tamping – affordable and very good tampers from our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/normcore\"\u003eNormcore Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, with higher material standards at \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weber-workshops\"\u003eWeber Workshops\u003c\/a\u003e. Plus bottomless portafilters and filter baskets also from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/normcore\"\u003eNormcore\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find the right machine in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kaffeemaschinen\"\u003eCoffee Machine Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and the grinder in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kaffeemuhlen\"\u003eCoffee Grinder Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're still choosing, use our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/kaffeemaschinen-vergleich-beratung\"\u003econsultation tool\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about the V3 Concentric Distributor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the concentric layout work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e16 needles move in fixed, concentric circular paths. When pressed and twisted, they penetrate the coffee grounds evenly across the individual radii.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it differ from the Planetary version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Concentric version guides the needles in fixed concentric circles; the Planetary version combines rotation and orbital movement in multiple directions. Both distribute evenly – it's a matter of preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the delivery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe distributor, 36 replacement needles (0.25 mm), and a needle fixing tool for changing the needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size is right for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 51, 54, and 58 mm. Choose according to the diameter of your basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEven distribution helps, the bean makes the taste. For dense, sweet espresso, we like to use \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cozy-chocolate-natural-brasilien-kaffeebohnen\"\u003eCozy Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nutty-delight-kaffee-blend-brasilien-indien\"\u003eNutty Delight\u003c\/a\u003e. If you like it full-bodied and round without any acidity, stick with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/very-nutty-kraftiger-robusta-aus-indien\"\u003eVery Nutty\u003c\/a\u003e; for a fruity experience, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wild-peach-ein-hell-gerosteter-omniroast-mit-pfirsichnote\"\u003eWild Peach\u003c\/a\u003e goes into the grinder. This is our recommendation, one of many, and every bean you like is the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How does the concentric layout work on the distributor?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"16 needles move along fixed, concentric circular paths. 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