Grain crusher table model Eschenfelder 1200 with aluminum hopper — Korn-Quetsche Tischmodell Alutrichter

The Eschenfelder 1200 table grain crusher with an aluminum hopper is a compact tabletop mill designed to crush malt, cereals and grains for home brewing and small-scale milling. Its sturdy table-mounted construction provides a stable working platform and allows users to achieve controlled grain size for improved mash efficiency and more consistent lautering. The aluminum hopper facilitates easy loading and resists corrosion while the feed geometry guides grain evenly toward the rollers, delivering uniform crush without generating excessive flour.

Advantages

This table model offers reliable mechanical performance in a compact footprint suitable for home breweries and hobby mills. The aluminum hopper reduces weight and maintenance compared with other materials while ensuring smooth grain flow. The design enables simple adjustment of gap settings to control particle size, producing a consistent crush that helps optimize extract yield and reduces stuck sparges. The robust construction and stable mounting minimize vibration and make operation straightforward, whether used manually or with compatible drive attachments.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Crushing malted barley and other brewing grains for homebrewing
• Small-scale grain milling for pilot batches or test brews
• Laboratory or craft applications where controlled particle size is required
• Workshops and educational demonstrations of grain processing

Key specifications

• Tabletop-mounted crusher design for stable operation
• Aluminum hopper for easy loading and corrosion resistance
• Adjustable roller gap for controlled grain particle size
• Suitable for malt, cereals and a variety of grains
• Compact dimensions and moderate weight for benchtop use

How to use

Position the crusher on a secure table and clamp or bolt it if required by your mounting options. Load the hopper with dry, clean grain. Set the roller gap according to the desired crush—start with a moderate gap for general brewing and reduce incrementally if a finer crush is needed. Turn the feed mechanism manually or attach a compatible drive to rotate the rollers. Collect the crushed grain in a container placed beneath the outlet. Check the particle distribution and adjust the gap as necessary to achieve the preferred balance between husk integrity and endosperm reduction.

Usage recommendations

Use dry, well-conditioned grain to avoid clogging and uneven crush. Clean the hopper and rollers after each session to remove dust and husk residue. When changing grain types or adjusting gap settings significantly, run a small test volume to verify the crush quality and adjust as needed for optimal lautering and mash performance.