Overview
The Kafatek Monolith Flat is a handcrafted single-dose grinder that has achieved legendary status in the specialty coffee community. Featuring 75mm flat burrs in a meticulously engineered alignment system, it produces some of the most uniform particle distributions available at any price. The extremely low retention — often under 0.1g — makes it one of the cleanest grinders ever made. Each unit is built to order by a small team in the USA, with waitlists often stretching months. The Monolith Flat delivers a bright, clean, and complex cup profile that flat burr enthusiasts worship. The stepless adjustment is buttery smooth with excellent repeatability, and the overall build quality reflects its artisanal origins. A grinder for true coffee obsessives who want the pinnacle of flat burr flavor.
The Monolith Flat features a 75mm flat burr set, crafted from steel. The burrs spin at 1400 RPM, offering fast grinding for high-volume use. Grind retention is approximately 0.1g — virtually zero retention, making it excellent for single dosing.
At $2,800, the Monolith Flat is aimed at uncompromising enthusiasts and professionals who want the absolute best. Key workflow features include single-dose design (no hopper needed) and stepless grind adjustment for infinite precision. The flat burr design produces a more uniform particle distribution, prized for clarity and sweetness in the cup.
The Monolith Flat is weighing 12.0 kg, manufactured in USA, powered by a 300W motor. Its footprint measures 140 x 200 x 380 mm (W×D×H).
Full Specifications
| Brand | Kafatek |
|---|---|
| Model | Monolith Flat |
| Category | Flat Burr |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Year Introduced | 2018 |
| Burr Size | 75 mm |
| Burr Material | Steel |
| Burr Type | 75mm flat |
| Grind Speed | 1400 RPM |
| Retention | 0.1 g |
| Single Dose | Yes |
| Stepless Adjustment | Yes |
| Hopper Capacity | 60 g |
| Motor Wattage | 300 W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 140 x 200 x 380 mm |
| Weight | 12.0 kg (26.5 lbs) |
| MSRP | $2,800 |