Acaia Orbit SSP Multipurpose Burrs incl. All Taxes and Shipping
Grind by weight, not just by time: the Acaia Orbit with 64 mm SSP Multi-Purpose flat burrs, built for single dosing and pairing with the Acaia Lunar.
The Orbit is Acaia's coffee grinder. A 200 W brushless DC motor drives the 64 mm flat burrs, and you set the speed between 600 and 1500 rpm in the Acaia app. Grind adjustment is stepless, from espresso to filter.
Speed changes the result. Our observation: higher rpm brings more body, lower rpm preserves delicate aromas. Grinders are like car engines, there is no objectively best one. Our opinion is one of many; what counts is what tastes good to you in the cup.
For single dosing, the Orbit has a knock-down chute and an automatic purge; according to Acaia, both keep retention minimal. Acaia developed the Orbit in partnership with Weber Workshops, with the EG-1 as a model; Acaia is responsible for the Orbit. Acaia offers the Orbit in Space Gray, Black and Beige White. Some of the manufacturer images below show Black and Beige White.
Features of the Acaia Orbit
Multi-purpose hopper
The hopper is both a single-dose hopper and an adapter for larger bean hoppers. Acaia's bean hoppers hold up to 2 kg.
Stepless grind adjustment ring
The grind size can be adjusted steplessly from espresso to filter. The Orbit in Beige White and Black has a wide adjustment ring; the Orbit Space Gray has an adjustment ring with an indexing ring that marks the positions of different grind sizes.
Grind by weight
Paired with an Acaia Lunar, the Orbit grinds by weight. Start and stop are automatic, in both single and batch mode. No need to pre-weigh the beans.
64 mm burrs
Acaia offers three sets: Mazzer 33M for classic espresso styles, SSP Multi-Purpose for clarity in modern espresso and light filter coffee, SSP Lab Sweet V3 with a focus on balance and sweetness. This Orbit has SSP Multi-Purpose.
The details in everyday use
App and profiles
In the Orbit app you set the speed between 600 and 1500 rpm, assign the buttons and save profiles for grinding by weight or by time. The Reverse-and-Adjust function makes it easier to switch between coarse and fine grind sizes, for example between filter and espresso.
Energy efficient
Acaia developed the motor and control system in-house, with the aim of reducing energy consumption.
Burr alignment
After assembly, Acaia checks every grinder for function, alignment and grind quality. The ground coffee is checked for uniformity using optical image analysis, and the distance between the locking point and the touch point of the burrs is measured.
Tolerances
All parts are measured individually. Acaia specifies 10 µm flatness for the burr mount, 20 µm concentricity for the motor shaft and 20 µm for other critical parts.
Constant speed
Acaia's RPM Stability Control keeps the motor speed constant regardless of the amount of beans. With conventional grinders, the speed often rises when there are fewer beans in the chamber. According to Acaia, this makes the Orbit run quieter, with less heat and more uniform grounds.
At a glance
| Manufacturer |
Acaia |
| Burrs |
64 mm steel flat burrs, SSP Multi-Purpose |
| Speed |
600–1500 rpm, adjustable via app |
| Motor |
200 W brushless DC motor |
| Voltage |
100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Weight |
6130 g ± 10 g |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
108 × 266 × 394 mm |
| Grind adjustment |
Stepless |
| Hopper |
Multi-purpose hopper: single dosing or adapter for bean hoppers up to 2 kg |
| Connectivity |
Bluetooth 5.0, Acaia app, grind by weight with Acaia Lunar |
| Material |
Aluminium, PC, stainless steel |
| Duty cycle according to Acaia |
60 s run time, then 30 s pause |
| Colours at Acaia |
Space Gray, Black, Beige White |
| Tolerances according to Acaia |
Burr mount flatness 10 µm, motor shaft concentricity 20 µm |
| Included according to Acaia |
Grinder, power cable, 58 mm dosing cup with magnetic pad, application tool for the Lunar magnetic strips, tool kit, sticker set |
Who it is for
For anyone who wants to single-dose, switch between espresso and filter and control the dose by weight. We also carry the Orbit with Mazzer 33M burrs; you will find both versions in the Acaia collection. More grinders are in our coffee grinders overview.
To grind by weight, the Orbit needs a Lunar scale from the Acaia collection. For anyone who wants scales that are affordable and precise: Normcore. Dosing cups, tampers and WDT tools are affordable at Normcore and come with more weight and finish at Weber Workshops. Matching machines are in espresso machines.
Our advisor tool narrows down the choice of machine and grinder. Online, Jackson, our AI advisor, helps you choose. In our Espresso Machine and Grinder Comparison, we show you several grinders in operation, side by side, in Zürich. The free consultation is separate. Financing available.
Frequently asked questions
Which burrs does this Orbit have?
64 mm SSP Multi-Purpose flat burrs. Acaia also offers the Orbit with Mazzer 33M; we carry that version in the Acaia collection too.
Do I need an Acaia scale?
To grind by weight, yes: the Orbit connects to the Acaia Lunar via Bluetooth. Without a scale, you grind by time or manually.
Can I adjust the speed?
Yes, in the Acaia app between 600 and 1500 rpm. You can also create profiles there.
Can I see the grinder before buying?
Acaia is represented in our Zürich showroom (Hagenholzstrasse 50b). Not every model is set up at all times, so write to us beforehand at [email protected].
How do I clean the Orbit?
According to Acaia, only with a soft, damp cloth and without detergents. Do not immerse the grinder or its parts in water.
Tip from the roastery: For espresso on the Orbit we roast Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight, full-bodied with chocolate and nuts, ground fine from 14.5 g upwards and brewed below 1:2. If you want maximum body without acidity, go for Very Nutty. For the curious who switch between espresso and filter: Wild Peach, fruity and lively. That is our recommendation, one of many.
