Need reimagined WDT tool for espressoBlind

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Description:
Many of the WDT tools available online follow the same design pattern. The WDT tool holder/stand usually follows the same design pattern as well. I am looking to get some designs that plays with other possible designs a tool like this could have.

Ultimately, I am looking to create a premium tool and tool holder/stand that has durability, heft, and a premium feel for home baristas. This usually lives on someone’s countertop so it’s necessary to be pleasing to the eye and have a modern aesthetic.

I would also like to see some designs that play with the tactile nature of this tool. Making espresso is an event in someone’s day and the tools that are used should be satisfying to make that event as enjoyable as possible. Enjoyable snaps and clicks would be ideal to have.

Color would also be an interesting element to play with as well. Much of the coffee accessory market is dominated by black and white. I like those colors but seeing some other variations that are eye catching would be nice.

The design should be able to accommodate the use of 0.3 mm needles/tines.

Please see potential logo options attached to this post. I would like to see design variants that use each logo.

Here are some common complaints from customers regarding this tool:
• Cheap, poor quality materials
• Needles bend easily just from normal use
• Magnetic base poorly adheres
• Tool does not attach well to the base
• Pins are so thin they do not adequately redistribute the coffee grounds

WDT explanation:

WDT (Weiss Distribution Technique) is a distribution method for espresso making. Using a tool which contains small needles (usually 0.2 to 0.4mm), the barista stirs up the coffee. The stirring action breaks up any clumps, and evenly distributes the coffee within the portafilter. The result is reduced channelling, and higher, more even espresso extraction.


Why do WDT: www.youtube.com/watch

Demo of WDT: www.youtube.com/watch

Reference of WDT tool competition:

eightouncecoffee.ca/products/duomo-eight-wise-distribution-tool

www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Distribution-Tool-with-Stand-Professional-Barista_11000004552693.html

www.amazon.com/MORILS-Espresso-Stirrer-Barista-Distribution/dp/B0BG49CJFV/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa

www.amazon.com/Espresso-Distribution-Aluminum-Stainless-FAVIA/dp/B0BTSDP8L2/ref=sr_1_27

www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Wholesale-Coffee-Stirrer-Needle-Distributor-51_1600858296943.html

www.amazon.com/PUSEE-Espresso-Magnetic-Distribution-Accessories/dp/B0BLZ6F7VG/ref=sxin_17_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa
Wants:
I intend to take this design to a CNC mill and request that the designs submitted provide the necessary data/files that will enable a prototype to be developed at a CNC mill.
Don't Wants:
Something that simply mimics the designs that are very prevalent on Amazon.

Entries

= Buyer's Rating
1st Winner
#46 Cycloidal WDT With Universal Portafilter Mount by GalaxyRobotics
#31 WDT Tool by Tarang
#32 WDT Tool design by Joaquín Cardoso
#33 Need reimagined WDT tool for espresso by Kzswara
#34 WDT Tool For Espresso by abhi007
#38 Need reimagined WDT tool for espresso by Kzswara
#39 Praise's WDT by Nwachukwu_Praise
#42 WDT Tool by ecco ww
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#43 Need reimagined WDT tool for espresso by Kzswara
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#47 VIBE WDT TOOL by MR. CAD DESIGNS
#49 Suburbia - One of a kind WDT Tool by muhammadshehryarobaid
#50 WDT tool by tsabitf
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#51 WHITE VERSION by arkiattack
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#53 WDT Tool for Expresso R0 by Indranil_Routh
#54 final design wdt by mitb3
#55 Reimagined WDT Tool by ahmadnazree
#56 Reimagined WDT Tool by ahmadnazree
#57 Reimagined WDT Tool by ahmadnazree
#58 WDT by nehanshs
#59 WDT Espresso by sirchulle update by Sisoje
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#16 WDT holder Concept 2 by Hamed1
#2 WDT Tool Model Design by Abdullah_Ilyas
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#4 WEISS DISTRIBUTION TOOL by clintsar
#5 WDT model R by rithvikk
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#6 Coffee puck rake for better distribution of coffee ground in the portafilter, to reduce channeling and more equal extraction. by şabann
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#8 WDT tool for espresso by CuongNguyen
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#10 Coffe&Cream by Albatros
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#11 WDT with standoff by Dava
#12 WDT Model 001 by calenc
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#13 WDT Model 002 by calenc
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#14 Mu-WDT Tool V3 by Martin Arguello
#1 Coffe&Cream by Albatros
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#17 Re-imagined WDT Tool by rushanr
#18 WDT Tool by jpmcadcrowd
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#19 Twisted Sphere WDT Design by AIDIN_LT
#20 WDT with standoff REV2 by Dava

Discussion

zacharyl1

Buyer

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:15:13 +0000
@GalaxyRobotics The typical diameters you see for portafilters range from 51mm to 58mm in diameter. So if the tool is meant to sit on top of the portafilter to distribute the grounds there may need to be multiple versions of the tool to accommodate the 51mm to 58mm size range.

GalaxyRobotics

Designer

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:43:28 +0000
Hello,
I intend on submitting an entry. I just had a quick question on the diameter of the WDT tool. What is the diameter of the puck that the WDT would be expected to sit on top of? Also, would you like the WDT base to be magnetized for adhesion to the puck?
Thanks in advance,

MR. CAD DESIGNS

Designer

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 08:59:46 +0000
like the one in the link shared by you.
https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Wholesale-Coffee-Stirrer-Needle-Distributor-51_1600858296943.html?spm=a2700.galleryofferlist.0.0.1e9a186cmwAf6o

MR. CAD DESIGNS

Designer

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 08:56:07 +0000
I am planning on for combining manual + auto in to one.

arkiattack

Designer

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:18:56 +0000
u wan a base lid with it!?:D

zacharyl1

Buyer

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:41:42 +0000
The intent was for human operation as the practice of doing WDT is typically very delicate and can change depending on how the coffee grounds are distributed in the portafilter upon initially dumping them in.

MR. CAD DESIGNS

Designer

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 07:20:36 +0000
Hi Zacharyl1
Do you plan to go only for manual ( human powered / operated ) WDT tool Or a motor operated WDT tools is also good to go ?

arkiattack

Designer

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 16:22:48 +0000
i´m in!;D

zacharyl1

Buyer

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:00:41 +0000
@lucky_luke typically the full needle length is 50mm. The needle bit/mount length can vary but on the Normcore WDT tool it's 4mm. The bit/mount diameter is 0.4 mm. The needle thickness is 0.3mm.
Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:40:34 +0000
Hi Zachary, what are an exact dimensions of the needles? Apart from an overall length I would need a length and diameter of a "mount" side of the needle.
Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:19:04 +0000
I am excited to be participating in this challenge! Being a CNC manufacturing consultant by trade, I will be able to develop this design as well as provide you with CAM manufacturing files and setup sheets. I will be in touch as soon as possible with some nice design options.
Tue, 27 Jun 2023 03:28:30 +0000
+14408806487 whatsapp

zacharyl1

Buyer

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 20:13:15 +0000
Hey Martin, I was considering aluminum but have not determined the grade of aluminum. I'm trying to ensure there is some weight to the final product but wanted to use aluminum to likely keep the cost done in the machining process. Does that help?

Martin Arguello

Designer

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 16:57:10 +0000
Hello Zachary, you have a very interesting project and really well explained. Thanks for that.
Do you have any kind of preference on regard of material to use?

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