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Comandante C40 MK4 grind settings

Where to set the Comandante C40 MK4 for each brew method, and how it lines up with other grinders.

Comandante C40 MK4 setting for V6021 clicksMedium-fine, about 560 µm
Setting format ClickStep size 27.9 µmFiner lower numbers

Settings by brew method

Brew methodSetting on the Comandante C40 MK4
Espresso~250 µm9 clicks
Moka pot~350 µm13 clicks
AeroPress~450 µm17 clicks
V60~560 µm21 clicks
Chemex~700 µm26 clicks
French press~900 µm33 clicks
Kalita Wave~600 µm22 clicks
Cold brew~1100 µm40 clicks
Siphon~650 µm24 clicks

Lower numbers are finer. To grind finer, turn the setting down. The scale is fitted from honestcoffeeguide.com and is a starting point.

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Questions

What is a good grind setting on the Comandante C40 MK4?

It depends on the brew method. For a V60, about 21 clicks. For espresso, about 9 clicks. Start there and adjust by taste.

Which way is finer on the Comandante C40 MK4?

Lower numbers are finer. To grind finer, turn the setting down.